is course is designed for managers operating at a strategic level in the workplace?

Yes. The Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Online – MBA Top-Up Route (120 Credits) is explicitly engineered for managers operating at a strategic level. It targets senior professionals responsible for organisational capability, stakeholder mapping, and long-term strategic direction. Unlike operational courses, this OTHM Level 7 qualification demands evidence of high-level decision-making, governance, and risk appetite management. It serves as a rigorous, Ofqual-regulated master’s-level alternative to an MBA, focusing on applied strategic leadership rather than theoretical study. The curriculum assumes existing managerial experience, ensuring content aligns with board-level expectations and complex organisational challenges.