is taught — which typically require one to two years of full-time study?

The Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Online – MBA Top-Up Route (120 Credits) is not taught as a two-year full-time programme. It is a distance learning qualification designed for working managers, typically completed in six to twelve months part-time. This structure contrasts sharply with traditional full-time master’s degrees. The OTHM Level 7 focuses on applied strategic direction and organisational capability through written assignments, not lectures. Learners balance study with employment, making it a flexible alternative to the standard two-year university route. It serves as a direct precursor to an MBA top-up, allowing professionals to gain master’s-level credits without pausing their careers for extended periods.