Cultural Intelligence Certifications


Get Certified. Empower Others. Change the Way the World Works Together.

Imagine being the leader who helps teams connect across differences, the advisor who empowers organisations to turn complexity into collaboration, or the coach who prepares leaders to succeed, wherever they go in the world.

Cultural Intelligence (CQ®) is the global standard for working effectively across cultures, perspectives, and generations. When you become CQ® Certified, you’ll join a worldwide movement of changemakers building smarter, stronger, more connected workplaces.

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Lead With Confidence—Backed by Global Research

icon of researchPowered by two decades of global research, the CQ® framework isn’t just another leadership model. It’s a proven strategy for navigating complexity and creating real results.

icon of strategyOur certification programmes equip you to master this framework and turn it into impact inside organisations, communities, and teams.


It took me less than a second to decide to register for the next available CQ® Certification programme. It was one of the best decisions I’ve made in my life.

-Masa F.

Is CQ® Certification For You?


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Get Certified to Deliver and Debrief CQ® Assessments

Our CQ® Certification programme gives you the knowledge and tools to administer and explain the results of CQ® Assessments. You’ll learn how to interpret feedback reports, guide meaningful conversations, and help others improve their CQ® in everyday situations—both professional and personal.

You’ll walk away with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to:

  • Interpret and debrief CQ® Assessments with insight and precision
  • Lead transformative conversations that build trust across differences
  • Inspire teams to embrace collaboration, creativity, and innovation
  • Position yourself as a recognised leader in Cultural Intelligence worldwide

Get CQ® Certified

train the trainer certification

Ready to Scale Your Impact? Explore Train-the-Trainer (TTT) Certification

Our Train-the-Trainer certifications equip you to deliver high-impact workshops that drive cross-cultural collaboration, inclusive leadership, and real behavioural change.

Once you’ve completed the initial certification, take it to the next level by becoming a CQ® Certified Facilitator for our CQ® and Unconscious Bias workshops. Our Train-the-Trainer programmes equip you to lead engaging, research-backed sessions that teach cross-cultural collaboration and inclusive leadership skills.

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facilitator guides

Each program includes access to comprehensive slide decks, facilitator guides, activity templates, and ongoing support.

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Professionally Accredited


CQ® Certification is approved for continuing education credits with many leading organisations, including:

ICF

ICF:

8 Core Competency hours + 2 Resource Development hours

HRCI

HRCI:

Pre-approved for recertification credits

SHRM

SHRM:

Eligible for PDCs for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP

Ready to lead the change—but not sure where to start?

Let’s discuss your goals and find out. Get the conversation started with one of our experts.

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