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Please note: The ATHE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management (QN: 603/0630/0) (120 credits) is being withdrawn for registrations from Friday 29th December 2023 and there will be no certifications for this qualification after 30th April 2026
New Level 7 Business and Management
New 2023 Specification
Introduction
The ATHE qualification covers key areas of management such as Finance, HR, Marketing, and Personal Development and prepares learners for a range of careers. It also provides entry to an MBA top-up at a range of universities in the UK and overseas. The qualification typically takes 9 months of full-time study to achieve and is considered by many to be ATHE’s flagship product.
This is a core qualification available to existing and interested centres of ATHE.
Grading
Graded with Pass, Merit, and Distinction.
Advanced learner loans are available in the UK – to check if funding is available, see the latest ATHEQualification Catalogue here.
For the progression routes, visit our ATHE progression routes page
Delivery Mode
This qualification can be delivered either in the classroom, via distance learning or blended.
Qualification Specification
To view the specification, please click here.
Typical Age
This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 19 and above.
Qualifications
For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
- a first degree in Business, Management or related subjects or a level 6 qualification for example an ATHE Diploma in Management
- other equivalent international qualifications.
Language
For those whom English is not their first language we recommend the following standards of proficiency in English language skills or an approved equivalent for this qualification:
- IELTs 5.5
- Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) B2
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or above
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 42-49
| Unit Name | Unit Aims | Credits | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strategic Planning | The aim of this unit is to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills necessary to develop an organisational strategic plan. | 15 | Yes |
| Finance for Strategic Managers | The learners will develop knowledge, understanding and skills that will enable them to analyse internal and publicly available financial information. This will help to inform strategic decision making. | 15 | Yes |
| Research for Strategic Development | The aim of this unit is to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required to carry out research to meet the needs of strategic business management. | 15 | Yes |
| Organisational Behaviour | The aim of this unit is to help learners develop an understanding of how organisational behaviour, structure, culture, motivation, creativity and leadership impact on an organisation’s effectiveness and efficiency. | 15 | Yes |
| Personal Development for Leadership and Strategic Management | This unit aims to help learners develop their own personal leadership and management skills in the context of the creation and achievement of organisational vision and strategic direction. | 15 | Yes |
| International Business Environment | The unit will enable learners to explore the changing international business environment and develop knowledge and understanding of how organisations respond. | 15 | Opt |
| Developing Organisational Vision and Strategic Direction | To enable learners to improve their knowledge and understanding of how organisations develop vision and strategic direction. The unit may be of particular interest for learners aiming for leadership roles in either private or public sector organisations. | 15 | Opt |
| International Finance | To enable learners to gain an understanding of the role of an international corporate financial manager. The unit will allow learners to consider the importance of International Accounting Standards and the international financial environment for decision making within businesses and organisations. Particular attention is paid to analysing the role of international financial markets in creating opportunities and risks for organisations, especially those operating in a multinational context. Learners will gain experience in assessing strategic options and making appropriate recommendations. | 15 | Opt |
| Quantitative Methods | This unit will enable learners to further develop understanding and skills in the application of quantitative methods appropriate to support decision-taking in organisations. | 15 | Opt |
| Strategic Marketing | This unit enables learners to develop knowledge and understanding of marketing at a strategic level and how this is applied in practice including developing a marketing strategy. | 15 | Opt |
| International Marketing | This unit enables learners to understand the requirements of international marketing, in particular, the financial considerations to be taken into account in entering and operating in international markets. Learners will also be able to develop an international marketing strategy and understand the implications and requirements of international marketing communications. | 15 | Opt |
| Human Resource Management | The aim of this unit is to enable learners to develop the knowledge and understanding necessary to manage human resources effectively in a global context. | 15 | Opt |
| Managing Operations | This unit provides learners with the knowledge and understanding to manage operations within an organisation and will support their personal development in terms of understanding how operations contribute to organisational success. | 15 | Opt |
| Managing Successful Programmes | The unit will enable learners to understand the principles of programme management and the tools and techniques required to manage a successful programme, particularly within a business environment. | 15 | Opt |