is designed for those who have completed their CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership?

No. The Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Online – MBA Top-Up Route (120 Credits) is not designed for those who have already completed the CMI Level 7 Diploma. It is a distinct, standalone qualification regulated by Ofqual and awarded by OTHM. While both sit at RQF Level 7, they are separate programmes with different unit structures, assessment methods, and awarding bodies. Completing the CMI Level 7 does not grant automatic entry or credit toward this specific OTHM qualification. Candidates typically enter this programme with a bachelor’s degree or significant managerial experience, not a prior Level 7 award. The primary value proposition here is the direct progression to an MBA top-up, which differs from the CMI’s professional certification route.