are equivalent Masters?

The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is regulated by Ofqual at RQF Level 7, which is the same level as a UK Master’s degree. However, it is not a Master’s degree itself. It is a standalone qualification that provides the academic credits required for an MBA top-up. Universities accept it as equivalent to the taught modules of a Master’s, allowing you to complete the final dissertation or project to earn the full MBA. It offers master’s-level strategic direction and governance content without the full university tuition fees, serving as a flexible, cost-effective route for senior professionals to achieve postgraduate recognition while maintaining their current roles.