How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 12 Week and can be completed self-paced or with live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications carry CPD credits and are internationally recognised.

What level is this certification?

This is a Expert / Executive Level certification.

Email info@leadership.co.ke, WhatsApp +254 722 223 084, or fill in the enrolment form on this page.

What is included in the fee?

All study materials, study guide, examination, digital certificate and badge. Live option adds tutor sessions and priority support.

Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert (CGLS2) | Online Certification

Q: What is the Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert?

The Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert is a globally recognised professional certification by the Global Leadership Institute (GLI), designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in Procurement & Supply Chain.

Executive Summary

Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert (CGLS2) delivers a rigorous Executive-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations.

This 12 Week programme is structured around CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CGLS2 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 Global Logistics and Shipping Expert

Acronym

CGLS2

Who Should Enrol?

Procurement and Purchasing Officers
Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals
Contract and Category Managers
Warehouse and Inventory Managers

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 senior procurement, category and supply-chain leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards

Operational Excellence

Drive cost savings, supplier quality and supply chain resilience

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to procurement

Business Performance

Deliver measurable value through strategic sourcing and contract management

Global Employability

Qualify for procurement roles across corporates, NGOs, government and international organisations worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Global Logistics Architecture

✦Ocean Shipping

✦Multimodal Transport

✦Freight Forwarding

✦Global Cargo Consolidation

✦Shipping Risk

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

Core CurriculumModules 1–20 · specific to Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert · module 20 is the capstone

1

Global Logistics Architecture

Logistics and distribution networks · Third-party logistics (3PL) · Logistics KPIs and cost control · Logistics technology: warehouse and transport management systems

2

International Shipping Systems

Freight forwarding and international shipping · Global sourcing and international trade · Warehousing, storage and materials handling · Distribution network design: how many sites, where, and serving whom

3

Global Freight Markets

Freight forwarding and incoterms · Freight brokerage and arranging carriage · Freight forwarding, incoterms and customs · Shipping lines, vessels and the economics of sea freight

4

Ocean Shipping

Route planning and optimisation · Warehouse design and layout · Receiving, put-away and picking · Storage systems and slotting

5

Air Freight

Demand forecasting and replenishment planning · Warehouse operations: receiving, storing, picking and dispatch · Materials management and the supply-production interface · Demand planning and replenishment: deciding what to hold and when to order

6

Cross-Border Road Freight

Transport, freight and cross-border movement · Cross-border payments and remittances · Cross-border data and transfers · International and cross-border tax

7

Multimodal Transport

Multimodal transport and the door-to-door chain · Fleet operations and transport compliance · Safety management systems in transport · Automation in project delivery

8

Shipping Documentation

Shipping documentation, customs and clearing · Handling difficult customers and disputes · Service excellence and complaint handling · Error handling and exceptions

9

International Trade Terms

International trade: routes, terms and getting paid · Contract management: terms, variation and dispute · Supply chain design: configuration, trade-offs and cost to serve · Handling a difficult conversation at the front line

10

Freight Forwarding

Evidence: collection, chain of custody and admissibility · Whistleblowing, complaints handling and investigative intelligence · Confidentiality and information handling · Implementation and delivery

11

Port and Terminal Operations

Terminal, port and airport operations · Sales and operations planning (S&OP) · Balancing short-term delivery and long-term value · Digital, blended and low-bandwidth delivery

12

Customs Interfaces

Customs and trade compliance: getting goods across the border lawfully · Customs, clearing and compliance · Incoterms, customs and cross-border logistics · Customs, importation and cold chain in emergency operations

13

Global Cargo Consolidation

Consolidation: presenting a group as one entity · Safeguarding records and information handling · Handling objections · Handling objections and the psychology behind them

14

International Route Design

Claims handling from notification to settlement · Telehealth and digital care delivery · The transport economy: modes, corridors and trade flows · Regulation of transport: authorities, conventions and licensing

15

Global Freight Costing

Costing: knowing what things actually cost · Freight, transport mode and route reliability · Freight documentation: bills of lading, airway bills and manifests · Connectivity and last-mile delivery

16

Shipping Risk

Storage, packaging and cold chain · Escalation and routing · Banking products, services and delivery channels · Agile delivery in banking

17

International Shipment Tracking

Supply chain systems, data and visibility · Voice, communication and delivery · ESG in supply chains: due diligence and human rights · The agricultural sector: systems, actors and global food value chains

18

Global Logistics Performance

Fleet, fuel and transport management in field operations · Software delivery: requirements, iteration and technical quality · Inventory control: how much to hold and when to order · Shipping documentation, customs and clearing

19

Global Logistics Optimisation

Inventory management and optimisation · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · Capstone scoping: a real sourcing or supply challenge · Order fulfilment and last-mile delivery

20

Global Logistics Strategy Project

Supply chain and cargo security · Supply chain, cargo and cash-in-transit security · Inventory: what it is for and what it costs · Transport, freight and cross-border movement

Professional ElectivesModules 21–30 · common to all GLI certifications · broaden your professional range

21

Strategic Communication and Executive Presentation

Vision, purpose and translating direction into work · Audience-centred communication and message structure · Executive leadership: the board interface and enterprise stewardship · Persuasive structure: framing, evidence and the ask

22

Leadership and Team Effectiveness

Leadership identity, style and the limits of style · Leadership assessment, feedback and continuous self-review · What critical reasoning is and what it is not · Situational and adaptive leadership

23

Analytical Thinking and Evidence-Based Reasoning

Creativity and critical-thinking development · Analytical techniques and bias · Evidence-based improvement · Problem framing: symptoms, definition and scope

24

Professional Decision-Making

Managerial decision-making, bias and decision rights · Escalation and decision-making · Decision support: briefs, options and judgement under pressure · Decision frameworks: criteria, weighting and trade-offs

25

Negotiation, Influence and Stakeholder Management

Negotiation preparation: interests, options and the walk-away · Power, followership and organisational politics · Negotiation: preparation, interests and value creation · Concessions, anchoring and the shape of a bargain

26

Project and Execution Management

Proposals, bids and the business case · Project roles and the project manager · Developing the project business case · Planning, scheduling and personal workflow systems

27

Financial Literacy for Professionals

Financial reporting standards and their application · Financial management for the operating manager · Liquidity, funding and balance sheet management · Management accounting: costing, budgeting and decision support

28

Digital Skills, AI and Technology for Professionals

Digital workplace, collaboration and user support · Productivity, collaboration and workflow tools · Tools for interaction and collaboration · Working with data: quality, interpretation and honest presentation

29

Ethics, Governance and Professional Accountability

Ethical leadership: integrity, tolerated behaviour and moral courage · Ethics, conduct and speaking up · Business development risk, ethics and integrity · AI for managers: adoption, oversight and governance

30

Personal Effectiveness, Productivity and Career Growth

Emotional competence: awareness, regulation and expression · Self-awareness, strengths and the accuracy of self-image · Emotional intelligence and self-regulation · Priority: outcomes, importance and the urgency trap

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

Establish a comprehensive understanding of Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert principles aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards
Apply evidence-based methods to improve procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations
Master sourcing, category management and supplier selection and contract management and negotiation
Apply logistics, warehousing and distribution and supply chain risk, resilience and continuity in real-world settings
Lead risk management, quality and compliance relevant to your field
Design stakeholder engagement and professional communication strategies
Use data-driven decision-making and performance-measurement tools effectively
Apply internationally recognised best practice to advance your career in procurement

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CGLS2 certification?

The Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert is a professional certification awarded by the Global Leadership Institute. It covers 20 core modules specific to Global Logistics and Shipping Expert, culminating in the capstone “Global Logistics Strategy Project”, plus 10 professional elective modules common to all GLI certifications. Candidates study through the online portal, submit the capstone project and sit a final examination; those who pass receive a verifiable certificate carrying a unique certificate ID.

Who should enrol in the CGLS2?

This certification is ideal for Procurement and Purchasing Officers, Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals, Contract and Category Managers and Warehouse and Inventory Managers, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CGLS2 certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 12 Week 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 CGLS2 internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CGLS2 certification?

The Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert 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 CGLS2 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 CGLS2?

The Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert 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 CGLS2?

The Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CGLS2 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 CGLS2?

Graduates progress towards senior procurement, category and supply-chain leadership roles. The CGLS2 strengthens your expertise in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations and positions you for advancement across corporates, NGOs, government and international organisations.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

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

Procurement Director

Private Sector

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

Supply Chain Manager

NGO Sector

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I earned my CGLS2 while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Category Lead

Government

Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert

Certified Global Logistics and Shipping Expert

Certification at a Glance

Who Should Enrol?

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Programme Modules

What You Will Achieve

How to Get Certified

Common Questions

What Our Alumni Say

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