Level 7 postgraduate studies in Strategic Management and Leadership

BUSL701 – Leadership for Strategic Managers (15 credits)

This module critically examines the role of leadership in Strategic Management with reference to basic concepts, principles and major analytical approaches that are utilised in strategic decision making. Through theoretical and empirical approaches to strategy, this module prepares managers and leaders to successfully overcome challenges in the dynamic & complex world of commerce.

BUSL702 – Strategic Finance (15 credits)‍

This module aims to provide managers a basic overview of the accounting equation, preparing financial statements, accounting cycle, appraisal & familiarity with the content of published annual accounts, financial ratio analysis and an introduction to aspects of costing &management accounts.

BUSL703 – Corporate Governance and Globalization (15 credits)

The aim of this unit is to provide a sound understanding of the concept of Corporate Governance within the organisation. The unit also offers learners the opportunity to become familiar with ongoing global best practices in Corporate Governance and gain a new perspective of the impact of good Corporate Governance practices on an organisation & its strategic direction.

BUSL704 – Strategic Project Management (15 credits)

This unit aims to equip learners with the fundamental methodologies, modelling & analytical techniques for the design and implementation of projects across a wide range of sectors. The unit will help to derive an understanding of how effective Project Management contributes to organisational success.

BUSL705 – Strategic Operations Issues (15 credits)

This unit aims to introduce learners to the core concepts of Operations Management. Learners will gain an understanding of the principles of Lean, Just In Time, Total Quality Management, Six Sigma & Supply Chain Management and their applications across diverse organisational contexts.

BUSL706 – Strategic Marketing (15 credits)

This unit aims to provide an introduction to key marketing concepts including market orientation, customer acquisition, market offering & design, positioning, brand management, and the customer experience. Learners will gain knowledge & skills to ethically manage the process of identifying problems, analysing market-related opportunities, and developing strategies to reach the audience across different contexts.

BUSL707 – Entrepreneurship for Strategic Managers (15 credits)

This unit aims to advance learners’ understanding of concepts & principles of entrepreneurship. Key areas of study include conceptualisation, innovation, strategy & operations, financing, managing, and marketing sustainable ventures that generate wealth for individuals &communities.

BUSL708 – Strategic Management and Planning (15 credits)

This unit aims to offer learners an insight into Strategic Management & Planning and different tools & frameworks that aid the same. A clearly defined strategic direction is essential for any organisation to ensure seamless continuity and long-term growth.

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Optional Modules

BUSL709 – Strategic Human Resource Management (15 credits)

This unit aims to analyse Human Resource Management (HRM) policies and practices in contemporary organisations in areas of human resource planning, recruitment of employees, training & development, performance management, remuneration & benefits and assessing the effectiveness of HRM. Diversity, ethics, sustainable HRM, and legal considerations are also explored.

BUSL710 – Personal Leadership Development (15 credits)

This unit aims to explore leadership in relation to three aspects: leading self, leading others & leading change. The unit also provides learners with an understanding of the “Manager’s Toolkit” essential to drive strategy to effectively achieve organisational objectives outlined in the strategic roadmap.  The transferable skills learned in this module may benefit the learner during the course as well as in future leadership roles.

• To understand and apply the principles of strategic leadership in a business environment.
• Review and apply the principles of business management within industry.
• To understand and apply the principles of strategic management in a specific environment.
• To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between management theories and their practical application in the business world.
• Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry.
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources.
• Work independently and as part of a team. Manage one’s own personal development and growth.

Entry to Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management

• A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification.
• Should be at least 22 years of age.

Or

• A minimum of 5 years of managerial experience.

Standard duration of the Level 7 programme is 8 months. The student is required to submit 8 assignments to complete Level 7.

The academic courses at the London Institute of Business & Technology are delivered using a “Blended Learning” format, which allows students to pursue their desired qualifications at their own pace. Our feature-rich Learning Management System provides easy access to Virtual Class recordings, textbooks, multimedia content, and other resources, as well as unlimited on-demand tutoring free of charge. Our tutors can be reached via email, phone, Google Meet, or any other preferred channel of your choice.

Credits and Total Qualification Time (TQT)
Level 7 is made up of 120 credits which equates to 1200 hours of TQT and includes 480 hours of GLH.

Total Qualification Time (TQT): is an estimate of the total amount of time that could reasonably be expected to be required for a learner to achieve and demonstrate the achievement of the level of attainment necessary for the award of a qualification. Examples of activities that can contribute to Total Qualification Time include: guided learning, independent and unsupervised research/learning, unsupervised compilation of a portfolio of work experience, unsupervisede-learning, unsupervised e-assessment, unsupervised coursework, watching a prerecorded podcast or webinar, unsupervised work based learning.

Guided Learning Hours (GLH): are defined as the time when a tutor is present to give specific guidance towards the learning aim being studied on a programme. This definition includes lectures, tutorials, and supervised study in, for example, open learning centres and learning workshops, live webinars, telephone tutorials or other forms of e-learning supervised by a tutor in real time. Guided learning includes any supervised assessment activity; this includes invigilated examination and observed assessment and observed work based practice.

Total Programme Fee
The programme fee for the Level 7 programme is £1600.

‍Installment Plans

• Standard Route: 8 installments of £220 every month
• Fast-Track: 4 installments of £480 every month

The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is a professional institution for management based in the United Kingdom. CMI supports managers and leaders worldwide with the tools, resources and community support to take on any professional challenge. All student at The London Institute of Business and Technology receives free CMI membership. CMI membership empowers you with tailored support, opportunities and resources to help you reach your management and leadership potential.

Optionally, the students are able to gain the CMI Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practise (CMI moderation of 2 units is required) and apply to become a Chartered Manager through the fast-track route.