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Certified Power BI Specialist

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CPBIS)

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Executive Summary

Certified Power BI Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Power BI Specialist (CPBIS) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in human resource management, talent development and organisational effectiveness.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CPBIS holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Power BI Specialist
Acronym
CPBIS
Category
Human Resources
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 449
Live Virtual
USD 649
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • HR Managers and Directors
  • HR Business Partners
  • Learning and Development Managers
  • Employee Relations and OD Specialists
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards CHRO and senior people-management roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex human resource management functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement human resource management systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to human resource management
Global Employability
Qualify for human resource management roles across multinationals, NGOs and international organisations worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Data Engineering and Management
✦Analytics, Machine Learning and AI
✦Performance, Reward and Employee Relations
✦HR Strategy, Analytics and Workforce Planning
✦Employment Law, Compliance and HR Governance
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Power BI Specialist
Certified Power BI Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · Computing fundamentals and IT concepts · The role of IT in business and value creation · IT operating models and organisation
2
Data Quality and Fitness
Requirements and the specification gap · Systems integration and the single source of truth · Turning analysis into a decision · Cloud, infrastructure and the connectivity constraint
3
Causation and Comparison
Correlation, causation and experiment design · Turning analysis into a decision · Data quality and the fitness-for-purpose test · Maintenance, refactoring and technical debt
4
Sources, Integration and Truth
Systems integration and the single source of truth · Data quality and the fitness-for-purpose test · Data protection and privacy by design · Managing user and customer expectations
5
Protecting the Data You Analyse
Data protection and privacy by design · Cybersecurity fundamentals and the human factor · Data quality and the fitness-for-purpose test · Management accounts and dashboards
6
Delivering Analysis People Use
Delivering technology change that people adopt · Turning analysis into a decision · Correlation, causation and experiment design · Cost and profitability analysis
7
From Question to Decision
Turning analysis into a decision · Data quality and the fitness-for-purpose test · Correlation, causation and experiment design · Managing boundaries and dual relationships
8
Users and Customers
User adoption and change · Scaling innovation to production · Digital user experience and accessibility · Agile and product operating models
9
Strategic Context
Innovation management and R&D · Innovation and technology investment · Business models for new tech · Ethics and responsible innovation
10
Security
Risk, security and feasibility analysis · Risk management and security frameworks · Security by design · Incident response process
11
Performance Measurement
Concurrency and performance · Performance and load testing · Measuring IT value and performance · System performance and tuning
12
Procurement and Supply
Finance, procurement and supply modules · Third-party and supply-chain risk · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · The procurement cycle and operating models
13
Workforce
The employee lifecycle and HR value chain · Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting · Communicating risk to the workforce · Workforce and shift management in retail
14
Ethics and Standards
Data ethics, privacy and protection · Artificial intelligence: capability, limits and responsible use · Digital ethics and algorithmic accountability · Professional ethics in technology
15
International Context
Global sourcing and international trade · Cross-cultural and global inclusion · Global and comparative HR contexts · International and cross-border tax
16
Sustainability
Sustainability and green IT · Integration with quality and environment · Sustainability and responsible sourcing · Environmental, social and governance (ESG)
17
Learning and Knowledge
Deep learning and neural networks · The learning and development profession · Learning strategy and business alignment · Learning cultures and the learning organisation
18
Health and Safety Context
Safety culture and leadership · Safety communication and campaigns · Influencing and safety leadership · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy
19
Technology Foundations
Software design patterns and quality · Measuring digital transformation impact · Digital accessibility and inclusion · Bridging business and technology
20
Data and Evidence
Master data and configuration · Reporting and enterprise analytics · Data and interoperability · Dashboards, reporting and the metric that misleads
21
Governance and Risk
Project governance and risk · Risk and regulatory considerations · Testing, quality assurance and defect economics · Version control and collaborative development
22
Legal and Regulatory
Vendor, contract and asset management · Regulatory and privacy requirements · Smart contracts and dApps · Regulatory awareness (GDPR and beyond)
23
Delivery and Projects
Agile delivery and iterative development · Continuous improvement in delivery · IT project and portfolio management · Innovation and continuous delivery
24
Leadership and Decisions
Training and change management · Vendor and partner management · Upgrades and roadmap management · IT service management and support operations
25
Capability and Training
Front-end and back-end development · Web and mobile application development · Supplier dependency, development and continuity · Real estate development and project appraisal
26
Change and Adoption
Managing resistance and upskilling · Soil chemistry, pH and cation exchange capacity · Digital and market transformation · Behaviour change and adoption of innovations
27
Operations and Service
Process optimisation and RPA · Natural language processing · Quality, defects and reliability · Process modelling and mapping
28
Cost and Investment
Roadmapping and investment · SME lending and value-chain finance · Microfinance and group lending · Financial inclusion and agency banking
29
Stakeholders and Vendors
Stakeholder mapping and business partnering · Presenting and influencing · ERP platforms and vendors · Stakeholder and gap analysis
30
Communication and Documentation
Professional and technical documentation · Project data, reporting and analytics · Document and configuration management · Integrated marketing communications

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Data Quality and Fitness — applied to your own work
  • Causation and Comparison — applied to your own work
  • Sources, Integration and Truth — applied to your own work
  • Protecting the Data You Analyse — applied to your own work
  • Delivering Analysis People Use — applied to your own work
  • From Question to Decision — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CPBIS certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CPBIS?

This certification is ideal for HR Managers and Directors, HR Business Partners, Learning and Development Managers and Employee Relations and OD Specialists, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in human resource management, talent development and organisational effectiveness with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CPBIS certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CPBIS internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CPBIS certification?

The Certified Power BI Specialist is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 449 and Live Virtual at USD 649. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CPBIS certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CPBIS?

The Certified Power BI Specialist is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CPBIS?

The Certified Power BI Specialist carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CPBIS while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CPBIS?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CPBIS strengthens your expertise in human resource management, talent development and organisational effectiveness and positions you for advancement across multinationals, NGOs and international organisations.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

HR Director
Private Sector
“

GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

People Manager
NGO Sector
“

I earned my CPBIS while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Talent Lead
Government
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