is CPD course of Level 7 Diploma in Leadership & Management have 16 modules in which learners must achieve 160 credits?

No. The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is a distinct, Ofqual-regulated qualification comprising exactly 120 credits, not 160. It consists of six mandatory units, not sixteen modules. Confusion often arises because CPD-certified courses are unregulated and vary wildly in structure, whereas this diploma sits on the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework at Level 7, equivalent to master’s level. The 120-credit total is the standard requirement for the final year of a UK master’s degree, enabling the MBA top-up route. Any course claiming 160 credits for this specific title is misrepresenting the regulated specification. Always verify the Ofqual qualification number 603/2181/7 to ensure you are studying the correct, recognised programme that aligns with university progression requirements.