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Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

120 credits | 12-18 months | Equivalent to Master's/MBA Taught Stage | 100% Online

Overview

The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is a postgraduate-level qualification designed for experienced professionals and managers who want to develop strategic leadership capabilities. Equivalent to the taught stage of a UK Master's degree or MBA, this programme equips you with the knowledge and skills to lead at the highest level.

Senior leaders discussing strategic management decisions

What You Will Learn

Mandatory units

  • Strategic Management
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Strategic Human Resource Management
  • Advanced Business Research Methods

Optional units (choose two)

  • Strategic Financial Management
  • Supply Chain and Operations Management
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • Globalisation and Corporate Governance
  • Strategic Change Management
  • Strategic Marketing

Unit titles are as published by OTHM. The full unit table with official references and credit values is below.

Key Facts

Qualification: OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
Credits: 120
Duration: 12-18 months (self-paced)
Mode: 100% Online via Moodle
Assessment: Written assignments - no examinations
Entry Requirements: Bachelor's degree or Level 6 qualification, or significant management experience (5+ years); age 21+; English proficiency (IELTS 6.0 equivalent)

Units and Credits

The qualification comprises 6 units (120 credits): 4 mandatory units plus any 2 optional units. Unit titles, references and credit values below are as published by OTHM in the official qualification specification.

Unit referenceUnit titleCredits
A/616/2724Strategic Management20
R/617/5012Strategic Leadership20
F/616/2725Strategic Human Resource Management20
J/616/2726Advanced Business Research Methods20
Optional units — choose any two
L/616/2727Strategic Financial Management20
R/616/2728Supply Chain and Operations Management20
Y/616/2729Entrepreneurship and Innovation20
L/616/2730Globalisation and Corporate Governance20
R/616/2731Strategic Change Management20
Y/616/2732Strategic Marketing20

Study Hours, Entry and Assessment

Guided learning hours (GLH): 600
Total qualification time (TQT): 1,200
Entry requirements: You must be 21 or over at the start of the course, with an honours degree in a related subject or a UK Level 6 diploma (or equivalent overseas qualification). Mature learners with management experience may also be considered. English language competency is required if English is not your first language.
Assessment: All units are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. Assessment is coursework-based — written assignments against published criteria, with no examinations. Grading is Pass/Fail.
Programme status: This is a prospective programme, subject to OTHM centre approval. Enrolment will open once approval is granted.

Progression Routes

  • Top up to a full MBA or Master's - Complete a dissertation at a UK university to earn a full MBA or MA/MSc (typically 6-12 months).
  • Senior Leadership Roles - Use the qualification to pursue or advance in director-level, C-suite, or senior management positions.
  • Professional Recognition - Demonstrate strategic capability to employers, clients, and professional bodies.

Fees

Programme fees will be published before enrolment opens. We plan to offer flexible monthly instalment options at no extra cost.

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