Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

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Course description

About:

This qualification has been developed in order to reward the business managers of today and provide them with the necessary tools to continue bringing recognition and professionalism to the management sectors. This Level 7 programme will require you to critically evaluate, challenge and synthesise a wide range of current management tools, techniques and models. Specific emphasis is placed on current management concepts and models which are relevant to the 21st century business environment and context and go beyond the normal examination of Anglo American management models.

Target Group:

This qualification has been developed in order to reward the business managers of today and provide them with the necessary tools to continue bringing recognition and professionalism to the management sectors.

Target Audience:

• 21+

What you will study

Learners must complete the six mandatory units and choose two from the four optional units.

You will study modules such as:

• Manage Team Performance to Support Strategy – 15 UK CREDITS (equivalent to 7.5 ECTS) – 188 Total Learning Hours

The unit will explore how team performance can be evaluated and optimised to realise strategic objectives.

• Information Management and Strategic Decision Taking – 15 UK CREDITS (equivalent to 7.5 ECTS) – 188 Total Learning Hours

The unit will address the volume and complexity of data and information available to organisations and how to analyse, apply and determine its value in making strategic decisions.

• Leading a Strategic Management Project – 15 UK CREDITS (equivalent to 7.5 ECTS) – 188 Total Learning Hours

The unit will involve the learner in formulating research and methodologies to support a strategic management project. They will be required to critically evaluate options and data sources prior to presenting project outcomes.

• Strategic Direction – 15 UK CREDITS (equivalent to 7.5 ECTS) – 188 Total Learning Hours

The unit will explore the strategic aims and objectives of an organisation and their significance in setting direction, and identifying success and progress for the organisation. The unit will also explore where different strategic options may lead the organisation to change its direction.

• Strategic Planning – 15 UK CREDITS (equivalent to 7.5 ECTS) – 188 Total Learning Hours

This unit is about the value of the strategic planning process in formulating appropriate strategies and designing a plan that will be supported by stakeholders and other organisational leaders. The critical review of the plan and its success is also addressed in the unit.

• Development as a Strategic Manager – 15 UK CREDITS (equivalent to 7.5 ECTS) – 188 Total Learning Hours

The unit aims to supports organisational and self-awareness in learners. It provides a foundation for a self-critical and reflective approach to personal development to support the learner when operating at a strategic level. Wider context organisational and environmental factors are also considered as contributors to overall strategic success of the individual and theorganisation

• Finance for Managers – 15 UK CREDITS (equivalent to 7.5 ECTS)– 188 Total Learning Hours

This unit is geared towards supporting learners in understanding and using financial information and data. This unit is important to learners as it supports decision making.

• Human Resource Planning – 15 UK CREDITS (equivalent to 7.5 ECTS) – 188 Total Learning Hours

The unit will address issues that are important when planning for and securing a workforce that will be able to deliver strategic objectives. The unit will also consider the constraints and influences on organisational HR practices.

How you will learn

This diploma is delivered with a flexible classroom-based method, through a variety of course materials, case studies, discussions, presentations, enquiry-based learning and problem-solving activities. We provide you with key reading and research activities, and you will make the most of our own teaching portal.

Where you will learn:

Lessons will be held in class in our premises at Domain Building, 102/104, Constitution Street, Mosta.

Assessment

Method of Assessment:

Assessments will be designed according to the guidelines of each module specification. In general, the assessments will enable learners to demonstrate achievement of learning outcomes across the individual elements of the programme. The range of assessments utilised will normally include: essays, reports, presentations and other structured assignments and examinations.

Assessments are drafted in conjunction with the curriculum development department and tutor concerned. Final version is confirmed by the curriculum development department.

Assessments are moderated by tutor concerned, then also verified by the Internal Verifier.

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Entry requirements

Students should be in possession of either of the following:

• Level 6 Qualification or;
• First Degree or equivalent; or
• Significant management experience and a substantial record of achievement. Candidates meeting this criteria may not have previously studied at university.

Students should produce copies of certificates, full CV preferably in EuroFormat and passport-size photo.

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MFHEA Licence Nº: 2011 – TC – 01

Further and Higher Education Institution

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Last Updated: 05th November 2021