IoSCM Level 7 Diploma in Senior Strategic Leadership & Management

Ready to elevate your strategic management capabilities?

The IoSCM Level 7 Diploma in Senior Strategic Leadership and Management is designed for senior professionals aiming to excel at the highest levels of strategic management. This advanced course equips you with the knowledge and skills to take on the highest-level roles, such as Global Director, and provides a comprehensive overview of key strategic principles.

Experience ultimate flexibility with IoSCM’s online learning format. Gain personalised access to the IoSCM Learning Platform, allowing you to study your leadership and management course anytime, anywhere, and at a pace that works for you. With the support of our dedicated education and support teams, you’ll have guidance every step of the way, ensuring a smooth journey and your ultimate success.

Level 7 Diploma in Senior Strategic Leadership and Management

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This course is accredited by the Institute of Supply Chain Management (IoSCM) and regulated by Ofqual through Sfedi Awards, ensuring its quality and credibility. IoSCM is a globally recognised institute, renowned for setting the benchmark in education for the supply chain industry and its related sectors, including leadership and management. Many employers specifically seek candidates with IoSCM qualifications or require them to complete an IoSCM programme to align with their role, making it a valuable asset for career advancement in leadership and management.

The Level 7 Diploma in Senior Strategic Leadership and Management is industry-accredited and recognised across the globe. Designed by industry experts, IoSCM qualifications provide first-class online study materials, delivering an exceptional learning experience tailored to your leadership and management success.

What is Senior Strategic Leadership and Management?

Senior strategic leadership and management are crucial for guiding an organisation at the highest level, ensuring that long-term goals are met while navigating complex challenges. Senior strategic leadership involves overseeing the overall direction and vision of the organisation, with leaders at this level responsible for setting the tone, culture, and values that drive success. These leaders must possess a deep understanding of market trends, global shifts, and emerging technologies to make informed decisions. Senior leadership and management work together to ensure that the broader organisational strategy is implemented effectively, while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and resilience. The focus is not only on day-to-day operations but on building sustainable growth and securing the organisation’s future.

In senior strategic management, the emphasis shifts towards overseeing the implementation of strategic plans, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently, and maintaining alignment between organisational objectives and actions. Senior leadership and management teams are responsible for making high-level decisions that influence the entire organisation, with a focus on both risk management and opportunity creation. These leaders must ensure that performance is continuously assessed and improvements are made, particularly when adapting to unforeseen changes. While leadership and management are often seen as separate functions, in senior roles, they become deeply interconnected. Effective senior strategic leadership and management ensure that the organisation is well-positioned to adapt to evolving markets, stay competitive, and achieve long-term success.

What You’ll Learn

The Level 7 Diploma in Senior Strategic Leadership and Management offers a thorough understanding of advanced strategic management processes essential for effective leadership at a senior level. The specific areas of focus will depend on the units you select.

The Level 7 units deliver an in-depth understanding of key areas within strategic management, equipping learners with the advanced skills and knowledge needed to take the next step in their careers. Designed for individuals with management experience, this qualification supports those looking to progress into the most senior management roles, or those already working at this level and are looking to deepen their knowledge and expertise while formalising their experience.

Unit Options

Tailor the IoSCM Level 7 Diploma in Senior Strategic Leadership and Management to align seamlessly with your career aspirations, upcoming job requirements, or to formally accredit your existing skill set. To achieve this qualification, you must study the following core unit:

• Senior Strategic Leadership – 12 Credits

Plus units to the value of 28 credits from the following:

• Senior Strategic Business Planning – 10 Credits
• Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship – 12 Credits
• Senior Strategic Global Procurement – 12 Credits
• Senior Strategic Management Principles – 12 Credits
• Senior Strategic Quality Management – 12 Credits
• Senior Strategic Business Research – 15 Credits
• Senior Strategic Change Management – 15 Credits
• Senior Strategic Logistics and Transport – 15 Credits
• Senior Strategic Manufacturing and Production Principles – 15 Credits
• Senior Strategic Maritime Management – 15 Credits
• Senior Strategic Warehousing & Inventory Management – 15 Credits

Unit Recommendations

The Level 7 Senior Strategic Diploma in Leadership and Management course is fully flexible, so you can tailor it to focus on the areas you want to develop your knowledge. However, for a well-rounded course in leadership and management, we would recommend the following units:

• Senior Strategic Management Principles
• Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Plus one of the following units:

• Senior Strategic Business Planning
• Senior Strategic Quality Management

Course Duration

You will receive up to 24 months to complete this qualification. The course is self-paced, enabling you to complete it in a shorter timeframe depending on your average weekly study time.

IoSCM Assessment Methods

IoSCM Leadership and Management courses offer the flexibility of selecting your preferred assessment method. Each assessment includes a brief which can be completed as a traditional essay-style assignment. Alternatively, learners can choose to complete the assessment via:

• Professional Discussion
• Evidence and Experience
• Recognition of Prior Learning
• Recognition of Prior Achievement
• Scenario or Case Study
• Observation
• Simulation
• Blended Assessment (a combination of methods)

Learner Reviews

The course was very informative and professional. The tutors were really helpful and prompt and the study material was of the highest standard. Brilliant course!

The course content and tutor assistance are great!

The service I received from IoSCM was exactly what was needed, someone who was just an email or phone call away to help with whatever I needed.

First class service, I was given good information on the courses available and advice on the correct level for me. The process of signing up for the course was efficient and professional.

From my initial application all the way through to starting the course the IoSCM team have been extremely helpful, explaining everything I wanted to know. Now I have started the course I know that I will be supported throughout the training.

This course is suitable for those looking to develop their expertise at the most senior level. This includes those with management experience looking to progress into more advanced roles, and those already working in senior management looking formalise their experience.

It is recommended that you have experience working at a middle or senior management level within the industry. As this is an online course, reliable internet access is required.

A member of the IoSCM team will evaluate whether this is the right course for you, ensuring you don’t waste valuable time and resources studying the wrong course.

IoSCM Level 7 qualifications will prepare you for roles such as:

• Chief Executive Officer
• Director
• Senior Operations Manager