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Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy

SMC College

Qualifi | Ofqual-regulated (RQF) | Level 7 | 100% online | No exams | Monthly payment plan

Summary

Price
£990
Funding options
Monthly payment plan available, or pay in full online.
Study method
Online, On Demand
Course format
Our online learning portal is available 24/7, allowing you to study at a time that suits you. You can access your course using a desktop computer, laptop, mobile phone, or tablet, giving you complete flexibility to study entirely online. Each unit within the qualification is assessed through a writt
Duration
10 hours · Self-paced
Level
Advanced
Qualification
Regulated qualification - Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy (QAN 603/5745/9)
Additional info
Certificate(s) included Finance available

Overview

The Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy is 120 credit qualification accredited to UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and European Qualifications Framework (EQF) at Level 7. Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy requires learners to critically evaluate, challenge and synthesise a wide range of current management tools, techniques and models. The emphasis placed on current management concepts and models is on those that are relevant to the 21st-century business environment. You will also have an option to complete an MBA Top-Up at the Dissertation Level.

Certificates

Upon successful completion of all eight units, learners will be awarded a secure certificate and an official transcript by Qualifi Awarding Organisation. Certificates are valid for a lifetime.

Curriculum

8 units

Development as a Strategic Manager

Strategic Marketing

Finance for Managers

Strategic Direction

Strategic Planning

Creative and Innovative Management

Managing Corporate Responsibility in the Wider Business Environment

Research Methods (L7)

Description

Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy requires learners to critically evaluate, challenge and synthesise a wide range of current management tools, techniques and models. The emphasis placed on current management concepts and models is on those that are relevant to the 21st-century business environment.

The qualification will enable learners to become independent, self-directed learners with tools and motivation to continue learning, developing and reflecting on practice throughout their careers.

At the end of the qualification, learners will be able to

  • Analyse the strategic direction of the organisation.
  • Review and apply the principles of strategic management and leadership within the industry
  • Explore how team performance can be evaluated and optimised to realise strategic objectives.
  • Apply marketing functions for complex decision making.
  • Know how to manage and lead strategy within the organisation,
  • Develop marketing and financial decision making skills,
  • Produce, promote, lead and review strategic marketing plan
  • Formulate, implement, evaluate, monitor and review the strategic plan.
  • Determine and evaluate strategic options to support a new strategic position
  • Critically review the literature on a business research topic and write a research proposal.

Qualification Structure

Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy is 120 credit qualification based on only eight units.

  1. Development as a Strategic Manager
  2. Strategic Direction
  3. Strategic Planning
  4. Finance for Managers
  5. Strategic Marketing
  6. Creative and Innovative Management
  7. Research Methods
  8. Managing Corporate Responsibility in the Wider Business Environment

Assessment Method

Each unit within the qualification is assessed through a written assignment. There are no exams for this course.

Qualification Recognition and Accreditation

Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy is accredited to Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in England, UK. The Qualification Accreditation Number is 603/5745/9

Results and Certificate

Upon successful completion of all eight units, learners will be awarded a secure certificate and an official transcript by Qualifi Awarding Organisation. Certificates are valid for a lifetime.

How will you study?

Our online learning portal is available 24/7, allowing you to study at a time that suits you. You can access your course using a desktop computer, laptop, mobile phone, or tablet, giving you complete flexibility to study entirely online.

Who is this course for?

This qualification is useful for learners who are already on the job and want to achieve a higher level qualification for personal, professional development and job progression. If you are not in a job, this qualification will help you develop your business, leadership and strategic management skills and prepare you for managerial and leadership role in the organisation. It will enable you to work for any public or private sector, anywhere around the world. You will also progress to an MBA degree at the dissertation stage or Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership.

Progression to MBA (120-Credit Exemption / Transfer Route)

Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy (120 credits) provides students with an opportunity to complete an MBA Degree at the dissertation stage. For example (not an exhaustive list - subject to the university admission criteria)

  • University of Central Lancashire
  • Anglia Ruskin University
  • The University of Wolverhampton

Career Paths

Completing the Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy can enhance your career prospects by preparing you for senior management and strategic leadership roles such as strategic manager, business consultant, operations manager or business development director, and by strengthening your skills for executive-level positions and specialist strategy functions across industries, as well as supporting progression to higher study (e.g., a Level 8 diploma or master’s top-up) or direct employment in relevant professions.

Who is this course for?

This qualification is useful for learners who are already on the job and want to achieve a higher level qualification for personal, professional development and job progression. If you are not in a job, this qualification will help you develop your business, leadership and strategic management skills and prepare you for managerial and leadership role in the organisation. It will enable you to work for any public or private sector, anywhere around the world. You will also progress to an MBA degree at the dissertation stage or Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership.

Career path

Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy (120 credits) provides students with an opportunity to complete an MBA Degree at the dissertation stage. For example (not an exhaustive list - subject to the university admission criteria) University of Central Lancashire Anglia Ruskin University The University of Wolverhampton Completing the Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy can enhance your career prospects by preparing you for senior management and strategic leadership roles such as strategic manager, business consultant, operations manager or business development director, and by strengthening your skills for executive-level positions and specialist strategy functions across industries, as well as supporting progression to higher study (e.g., a Level 8 diploma or master’s top-up) or direct employment in relevant professions.

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Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy: FAQs

Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy takes around 10 hours to complete and is self-paced, so you can study around work and family. It is On Demand, so you can start as soon as you enrol.

Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy leads to Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy (QAN 603/5745/9).

Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy costs £990. Finance is available to spread the cost.

The course price includes your certificate. Check with the provider whether any exam or registration fees are charged separately.

This qualification is useful for learners who are already on the job and want to achieve a higher level qualification for personal, professional development and job progression. If you are not in a job, this qualification will help you develop your business, leadership and strategic management…

Yes. Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy is studied online, so you can learn from anywhere in the UK.

Study method describes how the course is delivered: online/distance learning, in a classroom, or in-company at your workplace. On Demand courses can be started instantly.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points show the number of learning hours a course has been independently assessed to provide.
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