Diploma in Health and Social Care Management – Level 7 (Pathway to an MSc Degree))

The objective of the Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification (accredited by OTHM) is to develop learners’ understanding of policy, management theory and practice in health and social care.

• It provides you with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals, services users and policy makers in their own country.
• It will also provide you with the knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the hospitals/social care industry.
• It combines both theoretical and practical knowledge in the health and social care profession.

This Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of leading change, effective performance, planning and accountability, development and team leadership. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within health care administration and/or management.

Successful completion of the Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their study towards a relevant Master’s programme with advanced standing.

Key Highlights of Diploma in Health and Social Care Management - Level 7 qualification are:

• Program Duration: 9 Months (Can be Fast tracked)
• 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 level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of leading change, effective performance, planning and accountability, development and team leadership. You will be able to work in a variety of roles within Health Care Administration and/or Management in the Hospitals / Social Care Industry

You will be able to work in a variety of roles within Health Care Administration and/or Management in the Hospitals / Social Care Industry. 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 programme involves delivery through on-line Learning Management System (LMS). This stage leads to award of Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management. The total credits earned will be 120 credits.

• Health and Social Care Leadership (20 credits)
• Managing People in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
• Managing Finance in the Health and Social Care Sector (20 credits)
• Health and Social Care Strategies and Policies (20 credits)
• Leading Change in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
• Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals (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 Health and Social Care Management 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 Counselors for waiver information.

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

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.