• Level 7

Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

The objective of the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership qualification is to develop strategic management and leadership skills for managers who have the authority and personal attributes to translate organisational strategy into effective operational performance. The aim of this course is to develop learners’ understanding of strategic and change management models, as well as the ability to review strategic plans, to propose strategic options, to create implementation plans and to lead organisational changes.

All our qualifications are regulated by the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and meticulously curated to provide a comprehensive foundation in every course.

This qualification reflects current practice in Strategic Management and Leadership and allows learners to develop and expand their high-level understanding of strategic management and leadership in the workplace. This qualification is suitable for mature learners with a background in academic study or industry. It has a clear work-related emphasis on practical skills development alongside theoretical fundamentals.

The Target Audience for this course is 21+. The Target Group for this course is mid- to senior-level professionals and aspiring executives who want to strengthen their strategic thinking, leadership capabilities, and decision-making skills. Ideal for Department Heads, Operations Managers, Team Leaders, and Entrepreneurs.

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Intake29 January 2026, 29 April 2026, 30 July 2026, 25 October 2026
Duration1 year
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
Language of InstructionEnglish
Mode of AttendanceFull time
LocationMalta
Application Fee€ 150
Course Fee€ 7,000
MQF/EQF LevelLevel 7
ECTS Credits60
RQF Credits120
Accreditation CategoryApproved Higher Education Programme
AccreditationOTHM
Approved byMFHEA
  • Strategic Management
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Strategic Human Resource Management
  • Advanced Business Research Methods

Optional Units to choose two:

  • Strategic Financial Management
  • Supply Chain and Operations Management
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • Globalisation and Corporate Governance
  • Strategic Change Management
  • Strategic Marketing

All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria.

Successful completion of this qualification will equip learners with the key skills and capabilities to become an effective strategic manager. This course also allows learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their study.

  • Senior Secondary Certificate
  • HSC/Intermediate Level
  • Degree/Diploma Each Semester/Year – Mark Sheets Individually
  • Degree/Diploma Consolidated Marks Memo
  • An honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification
  • Europass CV (explaining gaps if any)
  • Passport Scan Copy Bio Pages (all pages for Canada)
  • IELTS/PTE/TOFEL/GRE/GMAT/DUOLINGO/ITEP/CELPIP
  • Letter of Recommendation – 2 No’s
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Covering Letter
  • No Backlog Certificate from College
  • Any other Certificates/Documents
  • Mature students with management experience

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