# Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing

> The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing is an Ofqual-regulated Level 7 diploma in Strategic Marketing worth 120 credits (1200 hours of total qualification time), delivered online and flexibly by LSIB, an OTHM approved centre. It is equivalent to a master's degree level (120 credits; dissertation stage completed with a university). Most learners complete it in one year, studying part-time around work.

- Course page: https://upskilluni.com/courses/level-7-diploma-in-strategic-marketing/177
- Provider: [LSIB Diploma Courses](https://upskilluni.com/providers/lsib-diploma-courses)
- Price: £950, buy online
- Study method: Online
- Duration: 9 months · Self-paced
- Level: Advanced
- Qualification: Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing
- Includes: tutor support, certificate, finance options
- Subjects: [HR, Sales & Marketing](https://upskilluni.com/courses/hr-sales-and-marketing), [Strategic Marketing](https://upskilluni.com/courses/strategic-marketing)
- Last updated: 2026-11-11

## Description

The objective of the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing qualification is to provide learners with the skills and understanding in marketing & branding that align with good strategic decision making to maintain organisations’ competitive advantage.

Learners acquire knowledge through an integrated approach of theory in marketing, branding consumer behaviour and digital communication management and practice using real-time activities. Successful completion of this qualification will develop learners’ strategic marketing management, consumer behaviour and branding skills and their ability to focus on the requirements of implementing an organisation’s strategy.

The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or to work toward a relevant Master’s programme with advanced standing.

## Curriculum

- Contemporary Issues and Principles of Marketing
- Consumer Behaviour and Market Communications
- Digital and Social Media Marketing
- Contemporary Challenges and Strategic Marketing
- Strategic Brand Management
- Marketing Research Project

## Who is this course for?

This Level 7 diploma suits graduates and experienced managers who want master's-level study in strategic marketing with a route to an MBA or MSc top-up. Study fully online with tutor support from LSIB, with no fixed timetable. Assessment by assignments, so you can evidence learning from your own workplace. This qualification carries 120 credits, a full level of study, so you can progress one level at a time.

## Entry requirements

For entry onto the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing qualification, learners must possess: An honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification Mature learners with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme) Learners must be 21 years old or older at the beginning of the course English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information visit English Language Expectations page on the OTHM website www.othm.org.uk.

## Certificates

OTHM Qualifications certificate for the Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing (Ofqual qualification number 603/5946/8), verifiable online at verification.othm.org.uk. Registration and certification fees are included in the course fee.

## Career path

The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their further study. As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to progress to Master’s top-up at many universities in the UK and overseas with advanced standing. For… University progression routes published by OTHM include: University of Greater Manchester: progress to MBA (top-up).

## Funding

Standard mode (9 months): £950. Fast-track mode (6 months): £1,250. Pay monthly or quarterly in instalments, or pay in full and save 5%. A £10 enrolment fee is paid on application.