Can I pursue a Master's degree after completing the Level?
Yes, completing the Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Online – MBA Top-Up Route (120 Credits) is the standard academic pathway to a full Master of Business Administration. This OTHM accredited, OfQual regulated qualification (603/2181/7) grants you 120 credits at RQF Level 7, which is equivalent to the final year of a UK master’s programme. Most graduates proceed to an MBA top-up module, typically a 60-credit dissertation or strategic project, at a partner university. Upon successful completion, you receive a full MBA degree. This route is designed for working managers seeking strategic direction and organisational capability without restarting their education. It offers a faster, cost-effective alternative to a traditional three-year MBA, allowing you to leverage your professional experience. Ensure your chosen top-up university is recognised and accepts the OTHM Level 7 credits.
About this qualification
- Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Online – MBA Top-Up Route (120 Credits) — RQF Level 7, 120 credits
- Awarded by OTHM, regulated by OfQual
- 100% online, assignment-based assessment
- From £950, 9 months (or 6 months fast-track)
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