Introduction
Edexcel are the UK’s largest awarding body, offering academic and vocational qualifications to more than 25,000 schools and colleges in the UK and over 100 countries worldwide. The BTEC qualifications are recognised by employers and higher educational institutes worldwide.
In addition to providing comprehensive knowledge of each of the major business functions, BTEC programmes place a strong emphasis on practical skills development that ensures that the students have the widest range of career, employment and higher education options open to them on successful completion of their studies.
Course Structure
The Edexcel BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is a 120-credit qualification that consists of three mandatory units plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 120 credits.
3 Mandatory Modules
· Developing Strategic Management and Leadership Skills
· Professional Development for Strategic Managers
· Strategic Change Management
8 Specialist Modules
· Strategic Marketing Management
· Corporate Communication Strategies
· Strategic Human Resource Management
· Research Methods for Strategic Management
· Managing Corporate Responsibility in the Wider Business Environment
· Managing Financial Principles and Techniques
· Strategic Planning
· Strategic Quality and Systems Management
The BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma is awarded on successful completion of all 11 units.
Entry Requirements
· The minimum age for this programme is 19 years and above.
· English Language ability to equivalent to IELTS 6.0
· Subject relevant Honours Degree or equivalent or;
· A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a strategic management role.
Progression to Masters Level
The BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma is a highly recognised qualification in most UK Universities and will serve as an excellent route for students who wish to progress to an MBA and Doctorate level programme.
Career Opportunities
The BTEC qualifications are internationally recognised by a wide range of businesses and will prepare learners for employment by opening doors to many well recognised and high profile companies.
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