Diploma in Education Management and Leadership – Level 7 (Fast-Track mode) (Pathway to MA)

The objective of the Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership qualification (accredited by OTHM) is to develop learners’ understanding of:

• Policy,
• Management Theory and
• Practice in Education.

The main objective of studying Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership is that:

• It provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the Challenges facing professionals and policy makers in their own country.
• It will provide you with the knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the education sector.
• This course combines both theoretical and practical knowledge in the education profession and will develop and enhance your knowledge and skills in the areas of Leading Change, Effective Performance and Team Leadership.

Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within Education Administration and/or Management.

Diploma in Education Management and Leadership - Level 7 (Fast-Track mode)

Key Highlights of fast track Diploma in Education Management and Leadership - Level 7 qualification are:

• Program Duration: 6 Months (Regular Mode Available)
• Program Credits: 120 Credits
• Designed for working Professionals
• Format: Online
• No Written Exam. The Assessment is done via Submission of Assignment
• Tutor Assist available
• Dedicated Student Success Manager
• Timely Doubt Resolution
• Regular Networking Events with Industry Professionals
• Become eligible to gain direct entry into relevant Master's degree programme.
• LSBR Alumni Status
• No Cost EMI Option

This Diploma in Education Management and Leadership - Level 7 (Fast-Track mode) programme will provide you with the knowledge and skills required by a middle or senior manager in Education sector to understand the Policy, Management Theory and Practice in Education. It will also provides you with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policy makers in education sector as well as provide you with the knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the education sector.

After completion of your Diploma in Education Management and Leadership - Level 7 (Fast-Track mode) you will be able to work in a variety of roles within Education Administration and/or Management in an Education sector. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will also become eligible to gain direct entry into relevant Master's degree programme.

Mandatory units

(Total Credits: 120)

The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership qualification consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits

• Contemporary Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Practice (20 credits)
• The Management of Educational Change (20 credits)
• Managing Effective Intercultural Communication and Perspectives (20 credits)
• Pedagogy and Practice in Education (20 credits)
• Leading Reflective Practice in Education (20 credits)
• Research Methods in Education (20 credits)

• Working Professionals
• Level 6 / Year 3 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree holders or learners who are looking for Career Progression.
• A formal Postgraduate qualification leading to award of degrees in future.

For entry onto the Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership qualification, learners must possess :

• an honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification.
• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course.
• No formal qualification is required from mature learners (over 21 years) who have relevant management experience.

Please speak to the Admission Counsellors for waiver information.

Become eligible to gain direct entry into relevant Master’s degree programme after completion of your Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership

Completion of your qualification will meet the University standard academic entry requirements. However, each applicant will be subject to individual assessment and other entry requirements which may affect university entry.