Year 1 – Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

The Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is a prestigious UK qualification designed to develop advanced strategic and managerial capabilities required for leadership positions across industries.

This program emphasizes critical thinking, innovation, and strategic decision-making—key competencies for professionals aspiring to lead organizations in a rapidly evolving global business environment.

Learners acquire both theoretical and applied knowledge, working on real-world case studies, assignments, and projects that integrate academic frameworks with practical business scenarios.

Modules include:

• Strategic Leadership and Management
• Strategic Change Management
• Research Methods
• Strategic Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Human Resource Management
• Financial Principles and Techniques for Strategic Managers

The qualification consists of 120 credits, representing approximately 1,200 hours of Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 270 Guided Learning Hours (GLH).

Upon successful completion of this stage, learners are awarded the Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma, which provides direct progression to the MBA (Advanced Entry / Top-up) offered by Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK.

Year 2 – MBA (Advanced Entry / Top-up)

In the second year, students' progress to the MBA (Advanced Entry / Top-up) stage, offered by Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK which represents the final 60 credits of the full UK Master of Business Administration degree (180 credits total).

This stage is designed to integrate knowledge from prior learning with advanced strategic thinking and research-based problem-solving. It emphasizes leadership, global strategy, and evidence-based business decision-making.

Modules include:

• Research Methods
• Strategic Management Project / Dissertation

During this stage, students undertake a major research project or dissertation, demonstrating their ability to apply strategic management principles to real organizational challenges. This component strengthens research, analytical, and executive decision-making skills—key attributes of successful global leaders.

Upon completion, students earn the Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree directly awarded by Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK.

Eligibility

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline (minimum 3 years or equivalent qualification)
• Good English communication skills (IELTS / medium of instruction in English preferred)
• Working professionals are encouraged to apply

This pathway is particularly suited for managers, entrepreneurs, and executives seeking to enhance their global business acumen and transition into senior leadership roles.

Final Qualification

Award Conferred:

🎓 Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Awarded by: Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK

Total Credits: 180 UK Credits

(120 credits from Pearson BTEC Level 7 + 60 credits from Cardiff Met MBA Top-up)

This dual-stage qualification pathway provides a cost-effective, flexible, and internationally recognized route to earning a UK MBA degree, offering academic excellence, practical skill development, and strong career advancement opportunities.