# OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership

> The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership is an Ofqual-regulated Level 7 diploma in Education Management and Leadership 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/othm-level-7-diploma-in-education-management-and-leadership/164
- 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 Education Management and Leadership
- Includes: tutor support, certificate, finance options
- Subjects: [Teaching & Childcare](https://upskilluni.com/courses/teaching-and-childcare), [Education Management](https://upskilluni.com/courses/education-management)
- Last updated: 2026-11-12

## Description

The objective of the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership qualification is to develop learners’ understanding of policy, management theory and practice in education. It provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policy makers in their own country. It will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the education sector. It combines both theoretical and practical knowledge in the education profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of leading change, effective performance and team leadership. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within education administration and/or management.

## Curriculum

- Contemporary Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Practice
- The Management of Educational Change
- Managing Effective Intercultural Communication and Perspectives
- Pedagogy and Practice in Education
- Leading Reflective Practice in Education
- Research Methods in Education

## Who is this course for?

This Level 7 diploma suits graduates and experienced managers who want master's-level study in education management and leadership 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 Education Management and Leadership, learners must: possess an honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification; be 21 years or older at the beginning of the course; or be mature learners with relevant management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme) 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.

## Certificates

OTHM Qualifications certificate for the Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership (Ofqual qualification number 603/4248/1). Registration and certification fees are included in the course fee.

## Career path

Achieving the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership 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 programmes with advanced standing at many… University progression routes published by OTHM include: University of Chester: progress to final stage of MA Educational Leadership.

## 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.