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The OTHM Level 7 Diploma is not a degree, but it is recognised as equivalent to the academic standard of a UK master’s degree. It sits at RQF Level 7, the same level as an MBA or MA. This equivalence allows graduates to access the final year of an MBA programme via a top-up route. While it does not confer a master’s title itself, universities accept it as proof of master’s-level capability. This distinction is critical for career progression, offering the strategic depth of postgraduate study without the full cost or duration of a traditional MBA. It is a regulated, Ofqual-recognised qualification designed for senior professionals seeking credible, board-level strategic management credentials efficiently.