ATHE – Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management

Level 7 (L7DSM) Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)

Equivalent to postgraduate / Master's level qualification in the UK

Overview

The ATHE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management is a postgraduate qualification. The qualification is equivalent to a Master’s level qualification in the UK university system.

This qualification provides much of the underpinning knowledge and understanding for the National Occupational Standards in Management and Leadership. It offers learners advanced knowledge and skills in strategic planning, finance, research, organisational behaviour, leadership, marketing, human resource management, and continuous improvement, preparing learners for senior management and leadership roles.

Entry Requirements

For entry onto this qualification, students must have at least one of the following:

A first degree in business, management or related subject
A Level 6 qualification, for example an ATHE Level 6 Diploma in Management
Other equivalent international qualifications
Relevant work experience (considered via Recognition of Prior Learning)

Learners must have an appropriate standard of English to enable them to access relevant resources and complete the unit assignments.

Awarded By

Credit Value120 Credits
Duration6-12 months
Units8 Mandatory
AssessmentCoursework assignments
RegistrationThroughout the year
Total Qualification Time1200 Hours
Guided Learning Hours480 Hours

Qualification Structure

Eight Mandatory Units:

Strategic Planning (15 credits)

Understand strategic planning processes, develop and implement strategic plans, analyse the external and internal environment, and evaluate strategic options for organisational success.

Finance for Strategic Managers (15 credits)

Apply financial management techniques for strategic decision-making, interpret financial information, manage budgets, and evaluate financial performance.

Research for Strategic Development (15 credits)

Design and conduct research for strategic development, apply research methodologies, analyse data, and use research findings to inform strategic decisions.

Organisational Behaviour (15 credits)

Understand organisational behaviour theories, analyse organisational culture and structure, manage individual and group behaviour, and apply behavioural concepts to improve organisational performance.

Personal Development for Leadership and Strategic Management (15 credits)

Develop personal leadership capabilities, enhance strategic management skills, create personal development plans, and build competencies for senior leadership roles.

Strategic Marketing (15 credits)

Develop strategic marketing plans, understand market dynamics, apply marketing principles to achieve strategic objectives, and evaluate marketing performance.

Strategic Human Resource Management (15 credits)

Apply strategic HRM principles, develop talent management strategies, manage workforce planning, and align HR practices with organisational strategy.

Managing Continuous Organisational Improvement (15 credits)

Understand continuous improvement methodologies, implement quality management systems, lead change initiatives, and drive organisational excellence.

What's Next

On successful completion of the qualification, students may progress onto the Master of Business Administration (MBA) (Top-Up), transfer to a university or pursue a career in senior management and leadership roles.

BRITZ COLLEGE LONDON offers this qualification. The qualification is awarded by ATHE and is regulated by Ofqual.

ATHE has recognition with many universities in the UK, Ireland, Canada, USA, France, Spain, and Germany for students who want to complete their degrees overseas at an international university campus.

Our Diploma programmes offer students the opportunity to advance their studies and career options through structured progression pathways.

For more information and to explore progression routes, please visit the website:
www.itbritz.uk/university-progression

Alternatively, contact BRITZ COLLEGE LONDON Student Support at info@itbritz.uk or +44 7514 962433 for advice on articulation options.

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