is the route to a British MBA degree?

No, the Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Online – MBA Top-Up Route (120 Credits) is not a British MBA degree itself. It is a regulated postgraduate qualification that serves as the final academic step toward one. Upon successful completion, you hold a standalone 120-credit master’s level diploma. To achieve a full MBA, you must apply to a partner university for the MBA top-up module. This typically involves completing a final research project or dissertation. The diploma ensures you meet the academic entry requirements for this final stage, effectively bridging the gap between professional experience and a recognised UK master’s degree.