Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Advanced Entry Route
Cardiff Metropolitan University is a well-established, government-funded public university in the UK recognized for its strong academic quality and supportive student environment. It is ranked 66th in the UK by the The Complete University Guide, reflecting solid performance in teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects. The university is also ranked 16th in the UK for graduate employability, demonstrating strong employer recognition and positive career outcomes for its graduates. In Wales, it holds an impressive position as the 3rd ranked university, highlighting its overall performance and student experience. Additionally, it was named Welsh University of the Year – 2nd Runner Up, recognizing its significant contribution to higher education in Wales. Cardiff Metropolitan University also emphasizes career-focused programs, with courses designed in collaboration with industry partners and offering valuable placements, internships, and practical learning opportunities to prepare students for the global job market.
Program Duration
1.5 Years
Assessment Style
Assignemnt
Delivery Method
Online/ In- Person
Intake
March/July/November
Program Details
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.
Successful completion of the 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.
Entry Requirements
For entry onto the OTHM 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
• Mature learners with management experience
• Learners must be 21 years old or older at the beginning of the course
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 (120credits) and learners will have to proceed to the dissertation stage (60 credits) with university to achieve a full masters 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)
Duration and delivery
The qualification is designed to be delivered over one academic year for full-time study, but it is also flexible in its delivery in order to accommodate part-time and distance learning.
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 MBA Advanced Entry route.