is designed for managers … 8–10 Months 120 Credits 100% Online Overview Course?

The Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Online – MBA Top-Up Route (120 Credits) is structured for experienced professionals seeking master’s-level strategic competence without full MBA tuition fees. As an OTHM accredited, Ofqual regulated qualification (603/2181/7), it delivers 120 credits of rigorous study focused on organisational capability, governance and risk appetite. The programme offers flexible study modes, typically completed in six to twelve months, allowing managers to balance work commitments with academic rigour. Assessment relies entirely on written assignments, eliminating exam pressure while demanding evidence-based analysis of real-world business challenges. This route serves as a direct precursor to an MBA top-up, providing a cost-effective, time-efficient alternative to traditional postgraduate degrees for those aiming to enhance their strategic direction and stakeholder mapping skills within a regulated UK framework.