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.

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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 ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert (CISO2) | Online Certification

Q: What is the Certified ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert?

The Certified ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert is a globally recognised professional certification by the Global Leadership Institute (GLI), designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in Occupational Health & Safety.

Executive Summary

Certified ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert (CISO2) delivers a rigorous Executive-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation.

This 12 Week programme is structured around recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CISO2 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 ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert

Acronym

CISO2

Who Should Enrol?

Managers and Team Leaders
Heads of Department and Directors
Senior Executives and Aspiring Leaders
Business Owners and Entrepreneurs

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 executive, director and C-suite leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex strategic leadership functions

Organisational Impact

Design and implement strategic leadership systems that drive performance and measurable results

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to strategic leadership

Global Employability

Qualify for strategic leadership roles across corporates, public institutions, NGOs and enterprises worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦ISO 45001 Architecture

✦Hazard Identification Architecture

✦OHS Operational Controls

✦Contractor OHS Systems

✦OHS Monitoring

✦Internal Audit Architecture

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

Core CurriculumModules 1–20 · specific to Certified ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert · module 20 is the capstone

1

ISO 45001 Architecture

Overseeing the chief executive: appointment, performance and succession · Chair and chief executive: the relationship that shapes the board · Expert reporting and courts · Peer review and expert feedback

2

Occupational Health and Safety Context

Safety management systems: hazards, controls and the hierarchy · Occupational safety and health principles · Occupational health, exposure and health surveillance · Managing service delivery in health, education and technical settings

3

OHS Policy Systems

The policy cycle: formulation, instruments and implementation · Cloud, resilience and system integration · System performance and reliability metrics · Designing a technical solution or system

4

Hazard Identification Architecture

Hazard identification and risk assessment in practice · Hazard identification techniques · Team leadership in L&D · System selection and integration

5

Risk Assessment Systems

Risk and vulnerability assessment · Risk assessment: identifying what can go wrong and deciding what to do · Team leadership within finance · Organisational maturity, assessment and improvement programmes

6

Worker Participation Structures

Vendor management and system governance · Leadership versus management and when each is needed · Values, purpose and authentic leadership · Building credibility and executive presence

7

OHS Operational Controls

Leadership and management: two jobs, one role · What leadership theory actually established · Executive presence: composure, clarity and credibility · Crisis leadership and command

8

Legal and Other Requirements

Requirements, user stories and product decisions · Legal and other requirements · Executive and close protection · Travel risk, journey management and executive protection

9

Emergency Preparedness

Emergency preparedness, response and recovery · Emergency preparedness and response on site · Emergency preparedness and response planning · Site emergency preparedness and the first ten minutes

10

Contractor OHS Systems

Shareholder engagement and the general meeting · Governance codes and comply-or-explain: using the code as a tool · Board oversight of risk, culture and internal control · Compliance reporting to the board: what to say and how to say it

11

Procurement and OHS Interfaces

Administrative interfaces with procurement and finance · Team leadership in procurement · Security governance: policy, accountability and board reporting · Procurement strategy: what to buy, how, and from whom

12

Performance Evaluation

Performance management that is worth the time it takes · Evaluation design: attribution, comparison and honest claims · Project governance and assurance · Performance management that people use

13

OHS Monitoring

Project KPIs and performance metrics · Stakeholder satisfaction · Delivery, quality and stakeholder plan · Stakeholder identification and analysis

14

Incident Investigation

Incident investigation and corrective action that holds · Incident investigation: finding causes rather than culprits · Product and portfolio strategy · Forensic accounting and financial investigation

15

Corrective Action Systems

Root cause analysis and corrective action · Compliance risk assessment, monitoring and corrective action · Root cause analysis and corrective action on the line · Data-driven decision-making

16

Internal Audit Architecture

Internal audit: assurance, independence and adding value · External audit: risk, evidence and the opinion · Internal audit charter and role · Public accountability: oversight, audit and answering to citizens

17

Management Review

Data-driven decision support and analytics · Behaviour change and adoption of innovations · The farm as a business: cost, margin and enterprise choice · Agribusiness models and strategy

18

Continual Improvement

Customer service and CX strategy · Service vision, standards and promise · Governance of the CX programme · Customer experience strategy

19

OHS Management System Implementation

Stakeholder mapping in banking · Leading banking projects and change · Team leadership in banking operations · Corporate governance in banks

20

ISO 45001 Readiness Project

Digital transformation strategy · Innovation and experimentation culture · Governance, risk and compliance · Stakeholder and gap analysis

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 ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert principles aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks
Apply evidence-based methods to improve strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation
Master strategic thinking, vision and direction setting and leading teams, people and high performance
Apply decision-making, problem-solving and execution and emotional intelligence and authentic leadership 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 strategic leadership

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CISO2 certification?

The Certified ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert is a professional certification awarded by the Global Leadership Institute. It covers 20 core modules specific to ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert, culminating in the capstone “ISO 45001 Readiness 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 CISO2?

This certification is ideal for Managers and Team Leaders, Heads of Department and Directors, Senior Executives and Aspiring Leaders and Business Owners and Entrepreneurs, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CISO2 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 CISO2 internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CISO2 certification?

The Certified ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CISO2 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 CISO2?

The Certified ISO 45001 OHS Management System 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 CISO2?

The Certified ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CISO2 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 CISO2?

Graduates progress towards executive, director and C-suite leadership roles. The CISO2 strengthens your expertise in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation and positions you for advancement across corporates, public institutions, NGOs and enterprises.

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.

Managing 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.

Operations Manager

NGO Sector

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I earned my CISO2 while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Head of Strategy

Government

Certified ISO 45001 OHS Management System Expert

Certified ISO 45001 OHS Management System 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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