Fully Accredited Program Certified Global Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™)

The World Health Organization estimates that roughly 600 million people worldwide suffer from foodborne illnesses each year, resulting in approximately 420,000 deaths. As international supply chains grow more complex, the demand for leaders who can design, implement and manage HACCP-based food safety systems has never been greater.

This certified training program will equip you with comprehensive knowledge and practical expertise in global food safety management and HACCP compliance. In this program, you will gain a thorough understanding of internationally recognized food safety frameworks, including Codex Alimentarius guidelines and other major regulatory standards. You will learn how to conduct rigorous hazard analyses, establish and validate critical control points, and build robust monitoring systems that prevent contamination across the entire food production chain. Specifically, you will master prerequisite programs, biological, chemical and physical hazard identification, critical limit setting, corrective action protocols, verification procedures and comprehensive record-keeping practices.

With a focus on developing leadership capability, we will explore essential competency areas such as risk-based food safety planning, supplier assurance programs, internal auditing techniques, allergen management, traceability systems and regulatory inspection readiness. You will learn how to align your organization's food safety management systems with globally recognized standards such as ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, BRC and SQF. You will also gain insights into managing food safety across diverse regulatory jurisdictions and how to adapt your compliance strategies to meet varying national and international requirements. By developing mastery in these critical areas, you will be equipped with the tools to drive a culture of food safety excellence, minimize the risk of costly recalls and regulatory actions, and ensure your organization consistently delivers safe products to consumers worldwide.

Upon completing the program and passing the Chartered exam, you will attain Certified Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation. This industry-recognized certification will position you as a highly sought-after food safety leader, opening doors to career advancement roles in food safety across multinational food organizations. The CFS™ designation will serve as a powerful career accelerator as it demonstrates to employers and stakeholders that you possess the expertise to lead global food safety systems across complex food operations.

The World Health Organization estimates that roughly 600 million people worldwide suffer from foodborne illnesses each year, resulting in approximately 420,000 deaths. As international supply chains grow more complex, the demand for leaders who can design, implement and manage HACCP-based food safety systems has never been greater.

This certified training program will equip you with comprehensive knowledge and practical expertise in global food safety management and HACCP compliance. In this program, you will gain a thorough understanding of internationally recognized food safety frameworks, including Codex Alimentarius guidelines and other major regulatory standards. You will learn how to conduct rigorous hazard analyses, establish and validate critical control points, and build robust monitoring systems that prevent contamination across the entire food production chain. Specifically, you will master prerequisite programs, biological, chemical and physical hazard identification, critical limit setting, corrective action protocols, verification procedures and comprehensive record-keeping practices.

With a focus on developing leadership capability, we will explore essential competency areas such as risk-based food safety planning, supplier assurance programs, internal auditing techniques, allergen management, traceability systems and regulatory inspection readiness. You will learn how to align your organization's food safety management systems with globally recognized standards such as ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, BRC and SQF. You will also gain insights into managing food safety across diverse regulatory jurisdictions and how to adapt your compliance strategies to meet varying national and international requirements. By developing mastery in these critical areas, you will be equipped with the tools to drive a culture of food safety excellence, minimize the risk of costly recalls and regulatory actions, and ensure your organization consistently delivers safe products to consumers worldwide.

Upon completing the program and passing the Chartered exam, you will attain the Certified Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation. This industry-recognized certification will position you as a highly sought-after food safety leader, opening doors to career advancement roles in food safety across multinational food organizations. The CFS™ designation will serve as a powerful career accelerator as it demonstrates to employers and stakeholders that you possess the expertise to lead global food safety systems across complex food operations.

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This program will entitle you:

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  • Experience 3 days of instructor-led live program and in-depth learning on HACCP-based food safety management systems, covering Codex HACCP principles, FSMA preventive controls, GMPs, allergen management, sanitation, audit readiness, and digital food safety systems.
  • Upon successful completion, you will earn the Certified Global Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation, validating your capability to design, implement, and lead audit-ready HACCP and food safety management systems across global operations.
  • Develop practical expertise in hazard analysis, corrective action implementation, and digital traceability to strengthen compliance and reduce operational risk.
  • For inquiries, chat with our Program Advisers at [email protected] or call us at
    • Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
    • Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
    • UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
    • Canada: +1 833 879 8820
    • USA: +1 888 745 8875

Accreditations

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This Certified Global Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation is a mark of excellence and professional distinction, signifying a fully qualified professional with advanced expertise in global food safety management, HACCP leadership, and regulatory compliance. It is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, which maintains the governing standards for all members. The CFS™ charter is a trademarked charter available only to professionals who have completed and passed this program. The certification is governed and maintained by Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications with over 90,000 members around the world. It is also endorsed by prominent associations and organizations worldwide.

The content of this program has been fully certified and accredited by CPD as conforming to Continuing Professional Principles.

What Can You Expect From This Certified Program

According to a recent study, food organizations that have implemented HACCP programs experience up to a 50% reduction in product recalls compared to those relying solely on traditional inspection methods. Additionally, these companies experience a 70% reduction in non-compliance incidents and a significant improvement in overall operational efficiency.

This certified program is designed to equip food safety leaders with comprehensive knowledge and advanced capabilities to lead HACCP-based compliance systems across global operations. You will gain a deep understanding of international food safety standards and evolving regulatory frameworks. Additionally, you will gain regulatory insights with practical system design, enabling you to confidently manage compliance across diverse jurisdictions and complex supply chains.

Throughout the program, you will explore critical domains such as hazard identification and risk assessment, critical control point determination, prerequisite programs, Good Manufacturing Practices, allergen management, sanitation controls, and supplier assurance. You will learn how to scientifically establish critical limits for biological, chemical, and physical hazards, design effective monitoring and corrective action procedures, and implement robust verification and validation systems. Advanced modules will further strengthen your expertise in traceability architecture, recall management, audit readiness, and alignment with global certification and inspection expectations.

With a strong emphasis on leadership and continuous improvement, this program will equip you to interpret regulatory guidelines accurately, modernize documentation and monitoring through data-driven systems, and embed a culture of preventive risk management within your organization. By the end of the program, you will be fully prepared to anticipate food safety risks, prevent costly recalls, and lead audit-ready, globally compliant food safety systems with authority and confidence.

Upon completing the program and passing the Chartered exam, you will attain the Certified Global Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation. This industry-recognized credential will position you as a highly sought-after food safety leader, opening doors to senior roles across multinational food organizations. With this designation, you will stand out in a competitive job market, demonstrating to employers, regulators and stakeholders that you possess the authority to lead global food safety systems and safeguard public health with confidence.

Key Skills You Will Gain

  • HACCP System Design
  • Hazard Analysis
  • CCP Determination
  • Critical Limits Setting
  • Preventive Controls
  • FSMA Compliance
  • Codex HACCP Application
  • NACMCF 12-Step Framework
  • PRP Implementation
  • Good Manufacturing Practices - GMP
  • Allergen Risk Management
  • Sanitation Controls
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Food Safety Risk Assessment
  • Corrective Action Management
  • Verification & Validation
  • Food Safety Documentation
  • Audit Readiness
  • GFSI Standards Alignment
  • Regulatory Inspection Preparedness
  • Supplier Assurance Programs
  • Traceability Systems - FSMA 204
  • Recall Management
  • Food Defense Planning
  • Economically Motivated Adulteration
  • Digital Food Safety Systems
  • KPI-Driven Compliance
  • Root Cause Analysis - Food Safety
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Continuous Improvement Systems

Your Faculty Director

June Oh
June Oh
Distinguished Food Safety, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Compliance Leader

June Oh is a highly accomplished food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance executive with over 20 years of leadership experience spanning public health enforcement, FDA-regulated manufacturing, retail food operations, and enterprise-wide quality systems. She began her career in retail food safety before progressing into public health enforcement, overseeing food, drug, and cosmetic compliance across diverse sectors. Throughout her career, she has led large-scale compliance transformations, strengthened supplier governance frameworks, and implemented risk-based quality systems that ensured sustained audit readiness and regulatory excellence.

June has held senior leadership roles including Director of Food Safety & Quality Assurance at RaceTrac, Director of Product Quality & Regulatory Affairs at Rite Aid, and Senior Vice President of Product Development and Regulatory Affairs at Medical Group Care. She is the founder of ReadySafe Food and a long-standing ServSafe Instructor and Proctor. June specializes in translating Codex, FSMA, GFSI, and ISO requirements into practical, technology-enabled compliance systems and holds a Master’s degree from Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine.

Certified Global Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) Program Agenda

Module 1 - HACCP Fundamentals
Module 2 - HACCP Principles (HACCP Principle #1)
Module 3 - HACCP Principles (HACCP Principle #2 - #3)
Module 4 - HACCP Principles (HACCP Principle #4 - #6)
Module 5 - HACCP Principle #7 and Putting It All Together
Module 6 - PRP and GMPs
Module 7 - Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)
Module 8 - Regulatory Framework and Audit Preparedness
Module 9 - Global Food Safety Initiative Benchmark Scheme
Module 10 - Food Safety Modernization Applications
Final Exam

Chartered Exam

At the end of the program, there will be a Chartered exam comprised of 50 multiple choice questions. Upon passing the exam, you will be accredited with Certified Global Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation.

  • 98% of students who have taken this exam have passed the exam successfully. Almost all professionals who have taken our courses have passed this exam and attain their Certified Global Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation.
  • The exam has 50 multiple choice questions and you need to answer 25 out of 50 questions correctly to pass the exam.
  • You can re-take the exam online as many times as you want, with no additional charges for retaking of exams.
  • The program cost already includes the exam fees, so there are no additional charges for taking the exam.

If you have challenges passing the exam, you can secure assistance from our team and faculty leader to help you pass the exam.

Certified Global Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) Designation

Upon completion of the program and successfully passing the Chartered exam, you will be awarded the prestigious Certified Global Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation, which can be showcased in your resume, CV, and other professional credentials. Developed by the esteemed Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, a leading authority in professional certifications, this industry-recognized, trademarked charter validates your expertise in leading HACCP-based food safety systems, preventive controls, and global regulatory compliance. It demonstrates your expertise in hazard analysis, CCP determination, audit readiness, traceability, and digital food safety management, positioning you as a trusted leader in mitigating risk, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting public health across global food supply chains.

The program's content has been independently accredited and certified by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) organization, guaranteeing adherence to rigorous standards of professional development.

Pricing & Registration

Please select one of the locations:

Africa

Dates: 04 - 06 Aug 2026

Venue: Online Executive Program (via Zoom)

Time: 9:00am - 4:30pm West Africa Time (WAT)
10:00am - 5:30pm Central Africa Time (CAT)
10:00am - 5:30pm South Africa Standard Time (SAST)
11:00am - 6:30pm East Africa Time (EAT)


Early Bird Packages Regular Pricing
By 15 Jun 2026 By 27 Jul 2026 After 27 Jul 2026
South Africa Delegates ZAR 24,995 ZAR 27,995 ZAR 29,995
Delegates from Other African Countries USD 1,395 USD 1,595 USD 1,695

Group Discount: 2nd participant get 10%, or register 3 participants and 4th participant get a complimentary seat (1 discount scheme applies)

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You can download our program brochure below. If you have any inquiries on this program, please contact our Program Advisor at [email protected] or call us at:

  • Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
  • Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
  • UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
  • Canada: +1 833 879 8820
  • USA: +1 888 745 8875

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On Demand Learning

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Certified Global Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™)

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