is a Level 7 management apprenticeship with the option to achieve professional recognition with Chartered Manager Status?

No. The Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Online – MBA Top-Up Route (120 Credits) is a standalone academic qualification regulated by Ofqual, not an apprenticeship. It does not include the mandatory work-based training, employer funding, or end-point assessment required for an apprenticeship framework. While Chartered Manager Status (CMS) is a professional recognition offered by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), this OTHM qualification does not automatically grant it. However, the diploma’s content aligns with CMI Level 7 standards. Graduates may apply for CMS separately if they meet the institute’s experience and evidence requirements, but the course itself is purely academic, focusing on strategic direction and organisational capability rather than professional chartering or apprenticeship compliance.