Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership – Level 7 (Fast-Track mode)(Pathway to MBA)

The objective of this fast track Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership qualification (Accredited by Othm, UK) 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.

Successful completion of this fast track Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership qualification will equip learners with the key skills and capabilities to become an effective strategic manager. The qualification also allows learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their study towards an MBA with advanced standing.

Level 4 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

Key Highlights

• Program Duration: 6 Months (Regular mode also available)
• Program Credits: 120 Credits
• Designed for working Professionals
• Format: Online
• No Written Exam. The Assessment is done via Submission of Assignment
• Tutor Assist available
• Dedicated Student Success Manager
• Timely Doubt Resolution
• Regular Networking Events with Industry Professionals
• Become eligible to gain direct entry into relevant Master's degree programme.
• LSBR Alumni Status
• No Cost EMI Option

Mandatory units

(Total Credits: 90)

The Level 7 Diploma focuses on developing understanding, skills and abilities to equip the learner with the awareness and aptitudes to be an effective strategic manager and leader. Learners must complete the six mandatory units and choose two from the four optional units.

• Manage Team Performance to Support Strategy (15 credits) – L7-QUA-DipSTRATEGYLEADER Preview
• Information Management and Strategic Decision Taking (15 credits) – L7-QUA-DipSTRATEGYLEADER Preview
• Leading a Strategic Management Project (15 credits) – L7-QUA-DipSTRATEGYLEADER Preview
• Strategic Direction (15 credits) – L7-QUA-DipSTRATEGYLEADER Preview
• Strategic Planning (15 credits) – L7-QUA-DipSTRATEGYLEADER Preview
• Development as a Strategic Manager (15 credits) – L7-QUA-DipSTRATEGYLEADER Preview

Optional Units

(Total Credits: 30)

Learners must choose two from the four optional units.

• Finance for Managers (15 credits)
• Strategic Marketing (15 credits)
• Organisational Change Strategies (15 credits)
• Human Resource Planning (15 credits)

Working Professionals, Level 6 / Year 3 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree holders or learners who are looking for Career Progression and a formal Postgraduate qualification leading to award of degrees in future.

For entry onto the fast track Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership qualification, learners must possess:

• an honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification.
• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course. No formal qualification is required from mature learners (over 21 years) who have relevant management experience.

Please speak to the Admission Counsellors for waiver information.

Learners completing the fast track Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership – Level 7 can progress to:

• A University partner to complete a dissertation with them to receive a full master's degree, or
• Qualifi Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership, or
• Directly into employment in an associated profession