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Ready to take the next step towards senior leadership?
Our Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is designed for ambitious professionals looking to develop advanced management skills and progress towards an MBA. This flexible online programme is worth 120 credits—two-thirds of a full MBA—allowing you to complete the remaining 60 credits through an MBA top-up at a range of UK universities, either online or on campus.
The course includes 6 interactive modules and 6 written assignments, with around 40 guided learning hours per module, plus an additional 30–50 hours of optional study materials, including recommended reading, practical exercises, online resources, and self-assessment activities. You’ll also receive 24/7 support from our experienced UK-based tutors, ensuring you have expert guidance throughout your studies.
This course is eligible for ELCAS funding.
Pay your course fees in full and you’ll also receive a FREE laptop to support your learning (available for full-payment students only; excludes payment plans and ELCAS-funded learners).
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Students on our Strategic Management and Leadership online master’s degree course can complete a Level 7 diploma, designed to provide students with the skills needed to succeed in the Strategic Management and Leadership industry. This Level 7 Strategic Management and Leadership course is completed online and you can start at any time, it’s completely flexible.
Each module of this online master’s degree consists of 40 hours of guided online learning, with an additional 30-50 hours worth of optional materials that include recommended exercises, readings, digital resources and self-test tasks.
To complete our Level 7 Strategic Management and Leadership online course, you’ll submit 6 online assignments. Assignments are approximately 2,000-3,000 words each. Once you’ve passed your course, you’ll be awarded an OTHM Level 7 diploma (pathway to a master’s degree) and you’ll be able to top up your qualification to an MBA at a range of UK universities.
Once completed, graduates will be eligible to apply for the prestigious Chartered Manager status — the highest recognition for professional managers and leaders. Online Business School will support this achievement by providing full referencing and a £100 contribution towards the application fees.
During this online Level 7 Strategic Management and Leadership course, you’ll have access to 1-2-1 tutor support and webinars, social learning forums and additional materials to complete your diploma with ease.
Level 7 Strategic Management and Leadership module listing
Mandatory Units
Advanced Business Research Methods Develop advanced research skills and learn how to design, conduct, and evaluate business research to support strategic decision-making.
Strategic Management Explore the principles of strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation to help organisations achieve long-term success.
Strategic Human Resource Management Learn how to align people management strategies with organisational objectives to improve performance, engagement, and business growth.
Strategic Leadership Develop the leadership skills needed to inspire teams, manage change, and lead organisations effectively in a competitive business environment.
Strategic Marketing Examine how to create and implement strategic marketing plans that build competitive advantage and support organisational objectives.
Strategic Financial Management Gain the knowledge to analyse financial performance, manage resources effectively, and make informed strategic financial decisions.
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership course includes 6 written assignments, each approximately 2,000 to 3,000 words in length. Students receive support for the modules and assignments via the ‘Tutor’ section of the learning platform.
The assignment unit titles for the Level 7 course are:
Am I eligible for this Strategic Management and Leadership programme?
To enrol on the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice, learners should normally meet one of the following criteria:
Applicants must also:
If you’re unsure whether you meet the entry requirements, our admissions team will be happy to review your qualifications and professional experience and advise on the most suitable progression route
Youcan talk to one of our helpful team members at: 0333 772 1158
Level 7: £3,500
Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £145 a month for 24 months, interest-free.
Students can make payment using one of the following methods:
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is designed for experienced professionals looking to progress into executive and strategic leadership positions across a wide range of industries. The qualification develops advanced decision-making, organisational leadership, and research skills, preparing graduates for senior roles such as:
The qualification also provides an excellent foundation for professionals wishing to progress to MBA-level study, subject to individual university entry requirements.
Graduates may also use the qualification to enhance their professional credibility, support career advancement into board-level positions, or strengthen their consultancy and leadership practice within their organisation.
On completion of this Level 7 Strategic Management and Leadership online course, students have the opportunity to complete an MBA programme from a range of UK universities. The top-up programme can be studied online or on campus.
The MBA top-up comprises the final 60 credits, which consist of either a dissertation or a dissertation and one module.
Students may top up on campus or by distance learning. Students can apply to any university offering the MBA top-up. The following universities run Top Up programmes by distance and on campus learning:
Anglia Ruskin University
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Northumbria University
University of Central Lancashire
University of Gloucestershire
University of Greater Manchester
University of Northampton
University of Sunderland
University of Wolverhampton
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£3,500
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Once you enrol on this Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership online course, you’ll have access to our expert tutors. Our friendly team, with years of experience, is always here to provide advice and support. Whether you have a quick question about a module or need in-depth feedback on your assignments, we’re here to help throughout the completion of your Strategic Management and Leadership Practice qualification.
The Programme Leader for this course is Mike Donald, who has over 30 years of teaching experience, covering all levels from primary to advanced. He has tutored degree-level and postgraduate students and has been developing online courses for the last 16 years.
My experience I would describe as an adventure. The studies and assignments were always exciting and intriguing to me. Whenever I did need the extra help, I would get it from the team without fail, it was just a breeze.
When I came across Online Business School, I was immediately attracted to it. It is not only affordable but very convenient as well. I work full time but at the same time have a passion for my studies and this is the only platform I came across that allowed me to pursue both.
I chose Online Business School because of the flexibility they offered to learn. I read previous reviews online and spoke to the school to ensure this was the best option for me.
The flexibility to study is great and the support received from the school is brilliant.
It’s really simple to enrol on our Level 7 Strategic Management and Leadership online course, it only takes a few moments and you can either enrol online or over the phone, it’s entirely up to you:
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No, we like to keep things simple here at Online Business School, so you won’t need to go to an interview to enrol on our Level 7 Strategic Management and Leadership online course. All you’ll need to do is complete a short application form to make sure you meet the criteria for the course, for example, you must have a full secondary education.
The duration of our OTHM Level 7 diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is completely flexible and entirely up to you – we allow 5 years to complete the course, which means you can work at a pace that suits you and your life.
You can also study the modules in any order at any time so you have complete control of your learning.
Our Level 7 Strategic Management and Leadership online course includes some great added extras to help you succeed, from 1-2-1 tutoring support and online learning resources to a FREE laptop and Student Membership card.
In order to study our Level 7 diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership online course, learners will be expected to hold a Level 6 qualification or a full degree.
In certain circumstances, managers with considerable experience but no formal qualifications may be considered for enrolment and to discuss this in more detail please get in touch with our helpful team.