How long does this certification take?

The programme is 10 Week and can be completed at your own pace through our self-paced online option, or alongside live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are internationally recognised and carry CPD credits, making them valuable for career advancement worldwide.

What level is this certification?

This is a Advanced Level certification, suitable for professionals with relevant experience or background in the field.

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Certified National Development Planning Specialist (CNDPS) | Online Certification

Executive Summary

Certified National Development Planning Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified National Development Planning Specialist (CNDPS) 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 10 Week programme is structured around SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CNDPS 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 National Development Planning Specialist

Acronym

CNDPS

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

✦National Vision and Development Frameworks

✦Development Priority Setting

✦Public Investment Planning

✦Human Capital Development Planning

✦Sustainable Development Integration

✦Development Plan Implementation

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

Core CurriculumModules 1–20 · specific to Certified National Development Planning Specialist · module 20 is the capstone

1

National Development Planning Foundations

National development planning and public investment · Demand planning, forecasting and the distortion of signals · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Digital government and public sector technology

2

National Vision and Development Frameworks

Public-private partnerships and alternative delivery · Government communication and public engagement · Public budgeting: the cycle, ceilings and the reality of execution · Public accountability: oversight, audit and answering to citizens

3

Macroeconomic Development Planning

Psychoeducation and public communication · Capacity planning and rostering · Integrated project planning · Resource planning and levelling

4

National Needs Assessment

Organisational maturity, assessment and improvement programmes · Security assessment, vulnerability management and remediation · Regulatory impact assessment · Herd and flock health planning and biosecurity

5

Development Priority Setting

Nutrient management planning (4R) · Subcontractor administration on site · Route planning and optimisation · Planning performance and service

6

Sector Planning Architecture

Managing in sector context: regulated, public and frontline settings · Presentation and public-speaking skills · Individual development planning · LMS and LXP administration

7

National Programme Formulation

The policy cycle: formulation, instruments and implementation · Public financial management and fiscal discipline · Public and not-for-profit financial management: stewardship of other people’s money · Emergency response planning

8

Public Investment Planning

Public service management and accountability to citizens · Policy, planning and objectives · Discovery-driven planning and assumption testing · Wealth planning: goals, horizons and the whole financial picture

9

Development Resource Allocation

Capacity, workload and resource coordination · Health service financing and resource allocation · Prioritisation and resource allocation · Resource allocation and capital discipline

10

National Infrastructure Planning

Cloud, infrastructure and the operating decisions behind them · Protective operations planning · Account planning and whitespace · Territory and quota planning

11

Human Capital Development Planning

Planning a session: structure, timing and flow · Route, network and timetable planning · Range planning and category management · Event planning timelines, run sheets and production schedules

12

Inclusive Development Planning

Microfinance, SACCOs and inclusive finance · Implementation and delivery · Monitoring and policy evaluation · The policy cycle: from problem to implementation

13

Regional Development Planning

Driving measurable delivery improvement · Kanban and flow-based delivery · Choosing the right delivery approach · Automation in project delivery

14

Sustainable Development Integration

API design and integration · ABC analysis and stock policy · Blended delivery techniques · Accessibility in delivery

15

Development Financing Frameworks

Rent collection, arrears and service charge administration · Social protection: instruments, targeting and delivery systems · Building a model, budget or business case · Dividend policy and shareholder returns

16

National Performance Indicators

Indicators and KPIs: designing measures that survive contact with people · Indicators: choosing what to measure and what it will tell you · The HR business partner role and mandate · Designing an HR intervention or policy

17

Development Plan Implementation

Professional, policy and technical writing · Intellectual property, copyright and licensing · Balancing short-term delivery and long-term value · Digital, blended and low-bandwidth delivery

18

Intergovernmental Planning Coordination

Devolution and intergovernmental relations · Managing service delivery in health, education and technical settings · Continuous integration, delivery and deployment · Strategy execution: translation, initiatives and the delivery gap

19

National Development Review

Regulation, ethics and misinformation in media and telecoms · Internet service delivery and the last mile · Safeguarding and do-no-harm in programme delivery · Tariffs, regulation and the economics of essential services

20

National Development Planning Capstone

Health, safety and compliance in delivery · Delivery, quality and stakeholder plan · Managing schedule and budget performance · Anti-bribery and integrity in selling

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 National Development Planning Specialist principles aligned with SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards
Apply evidence-based methods to improve human resource management, talent development and organisational effectiveness
Master talent acquisition, resourcing and onboarding and learning, development and talent management
Apply performance, reward and employee relations and hr strategy, analytics and workforce planning 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 human resource management

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CNDPS certification?

The Certified National Development Planning Specialist is a professional certification awarded by the Global Leadership Institute. It covers 20 core modules specific to National Development Planning Specialist, culminating in the capstone “National Development Planning Capstone”, 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 CNDPS?

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 CNDPS certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 10 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 CNDPS 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 CNDPS certification?

The Certified National Development Planning 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 CNDPS 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 CNDPS?

The Certified National Development Planning 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 CNDPS?

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

Can I study the CNDPS 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 CNDPS?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CNDPS 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

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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.

HR 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.

People Manager

NGO Sector

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

Talent Lead

Government

Certified National Development Planning Specialist

Certified National Development Planning Specialist

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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