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OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

Overview

The objective of the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership qualification is to develop strategic management and leadership skills for managers who have the authority and personal attributes to translate organisational strategy into effective operational performance. This qualification reflects current practice in Strategic Management and Leadership and allows learners to develop and expand their high-level understanding of strategic management and leadership in the workplace. This qualification is suitable for mature learners with a background in academic study or industry. The qualification has a clear work-related emphasis on practical skills development alongside theoretical fundamentals.

Requirements

• Students need to be 21 years plus
• Student must hold an honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification
• English Language: Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2, Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) 51, IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5. (Alternatively, gain an LanguageCert (ESOL) qualification from our college)

Equivalences

The OTHM Level 7 diplomas on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) are at the same level as master’s degrees. However, they are shorter (120 credits) and learners will have to proceed to the dissertation stage (60 credits) with university to achieve a full master’s programme.

Qualification Structure

The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership consists of 4 mandatory units and 2 optional units, making a combined total of 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 600 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the completed qualification.

Mandatory units

• Strategic Management – (20 credits)
• Strategic Leadership– (20 credits)
• Strategic Human Resource Management– (20 credits)
• Advanced Business Research Methods– (20 credits)

Optional units: Choose any TWO

• Strategic Financial Management (20 credits)
• Supply Chain and Operations Management (20 credits)
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation (20 credits)
• Globalisation and Corporate Governance (20 credits)
• Strategic Change Management (20 credits)
• Strategic Marketing (20 credits)

Course Length

• Fast track: 3 – 6 months (online and in person)
• Standard: 6 – 11 months (online)

Delivery Method

The qualification is delivered face-to-face, through lectures, tutorials, seminars, distance, Step In Education provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners which include blended learning, online learning, distance learning and in class. The learners can choose the mode of study as per their choice and convenience. Learners are able to interact with tutors while also interacting with the online portal where the student can see all the study notes, assignments, briefing and online material etc.

The programme is delivered:

• Online
• Blended
• In class

Progression

Successful completion of OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and also join the MBA Advanced Entry route at London Graduate School.

As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are also eligible to progress to an MBA top-up with advanced standing with many universities in the UK and overseas.

Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission only and no exam involved

Accreditation

The programme is accredited by OTHM an Ofqual Regulated awarding body.

Fee Structure

• Registration Fees Online: £50 per participant
• Online Course: £1350
• Registration Fees on Campus: £300 per participant
• Blended Course: £1850
• Campus Based Course: £4500
• (Please inquire about instalment processes)

Intakes

• April 2025
• July 2025
• September 2025
• January 2026