OfQual Regulated • OTHM Accredited • UK Government Recognised • Qual. No. 603/2181/7 9-month route — enrol any time 100% Online • Assignment-based • No exams Speak to admissions: +44 020 3608 0144 OfQual Regulated • OTHM Accredited • UK Government Recognised • Qual. No. 603/2181/7 9-month route — enrol any time 100% Online • Assignment-based • No exams Speak to admissions: +44 020 3608 0144

can study at their own pace and schedule, making it ideal for those balancing work, family, or other commitments?

No. While the Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Online – MBA Top-Up Route (120 Credits) offers flexible online access, it is not a self-paced programme. It operates on fixed academic cohorts with strict submission deadlines to maintain Ofqual regulatory compliance and ensure timely progression to the MBA top-up. Learners choose between a standard 9–12 month route or a fast-track 6 month option, but both require consistent weekly engagement. This structure supports working managers by allowing asynchronous study, yet it demands disciplined time management rather than indefinite flexibility. Balancing work and family is feasible, but only within the defined term limits.

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