OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership

The objective of the Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership qualification is to develop learners’ understanding of policy and management theory in education. It provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policy makers. It will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the education sector. This qualification will develop and enhance 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. The Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership is accredited by UK OFQUAL and delivered 100% online. This course will assist you regardless of your subject expertise- whether you teach music or mathematics. We will offer 24×7 support to you.

*Please ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for this course before purchasing

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Duration and Delivery

This Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership is designed to be completed online at the pace that suits you with 24×7 support. We provide a fast-track completion option for this diploma course. It can take as little as 2 months or up to 1 year, depending on your previous experience and dedication to the course. The qualification is delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment, which helps in refining your teaching skills.

Assessment and Verification

All units within this qualification are internally assessed by our qualified assessors and externally verified by awarding organisation. The qualifications are criterion referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes. Learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria. You will receive 24/7 support once you’re enrolled on our online portal to assist you in reaching your goals.

Progression

Successful completion of this 100% accredited online course allows top up entry into Post Graduate courses at University of Portsmouth.

Unit structure

Unit 1: Contemporary issues in education: theory, policy and practice

Unit 2: The management of educational change

Unit 3: Managing effective intercultural communication and perspectives

Unit 4: Pedagogy and practice in education

Unit 5: Leading reflective practice in education

Unit 6: Research methods in education

This course is for those who want to enhance their skills in education management with a flexible online course, with the option to advance onto a top-up masters degree.

Learners should meet either of the two following minimum eligibility criteria:

- possess an honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification
- have 5 years relevant management experience (for mature learners)

In both cases, learners must be 21 years or older at the beginning of the course and have a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy skills.

Completing this OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership qualification allows learners to progress into employment. It also provides learners with the opportunity to move to a top-up masters degree at many universities in the UK and overseas, meaning you can get a Master's qualification at a fraction of the price that you would usually spend.