Course Name:
OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (E-Learning)
OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (Mandarin) (E-Learning)
 
Course Introduction and Learning Objectives
The objective of the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (E-Learning) qualification is to develop strategic management and leadership skills for managers who have the authority and personal attributes to translate organisational strategy into effective operational performance. This qualification reflects current practice in Strategic Management and Leadership and allows learners to develop and expand their high-level understanding of strategic management and leadership in the workplace. This qualification is suitable for mature learners with a background in academic study or industry. The qualification has a clear work-related emphasis on practical skills development alongside theoretical fundamentals.
 
Successful completion of the Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership qualification will equip learners with the key skills and capabilities to become an effective strategic manager. The qualification also allows learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their study towards an MBA with advanced standing.
 
The students are required to complete a total of 6 modules:
 
1. Strategic Management:
 
Unit Aims
 
The aim of the unit is to develop learners’ understanding of strategic and change management models, as well as the ability to review strategic plans, to propose strategic options, to create implementation plans and to lead organisational changes.
 
Expected Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course it is expected that students will be able to:
1. Be able to analyse key external influences on an organisation’s strategy.
2. Be able to appraise strategic options for an organisation.
3. Be able to evaluate various tools and approaches to a strategy implementation plan.
4. Be able to develop and implement a strategic organisational change management plan. Be able to monitor and control the implementation of strategic plans.
 
2. Strategic Leadership
 
Unit Aims
 
This unit provides an in-depth understanding of the key principles and practice of leadership. This will enhance the individuals’ knowledge, skills and attributes to effectively engage in the role and responsibilities required of an effective team player and leader of a team; being proactive in innovation and improvement to inform strategy and business planning within the organisation.
 
Expected Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course it is expected that students will be able to:
1. Understand the principles, concepts, differences, and approaches to contemporary leadership.
2. Understand how leadership influences individuals, teams and the organisation.
3. Understand the impact of leadership on organisational performance.
4. Understand ethical decision making and organisational value.
 
3. Strategic Human Resource Management:
 
Unit Aims
 
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of how the effective strategic management of human resources supports the achievement of organisational objectives in different contexts. Learners will evaluate the contribution of strategic human resource management and the application of leadership and management theory for organisational benefit.
 
Expected Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course it is expected that students will be able
to:
1. Understand the role of management of human resources.
2. Be able to create a human resource plan for an organisation.
3. Understand the role of legal and ethical issues in developing
4. Be able to plan develop human resource strategies.
5. Understand HRM approaches within organisations and their
relationships with organisational performance.
 
4. Advanced Business Research Methods:
 
Unit Aims
 
The aim of this units is to develop learners’ ability to prepare for various types of academically based management research through the development and design of a research proposal. Learners will develop a critical understanding of the philosophical, practical and ethical concepts of research within the context of the business environment.
 
Expected Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course it is expected that students will be able to:
1. Be able to develop research approaches in a business and economics context.
2. Be able to critically review literature on a business research topic.
3. Be able to design business research methodologies.
4. Be able to develop and present a research proposal.
 
5. Supply Chain and Operations Management:
 
Unit Aims
 
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of the concepts and models of effective supply chain and operations management in competitive marketplaces using case studies and real-world industry scenarios. Learners will develop an understanding of operational processes, techniques, planning and control systems.
 
Expected Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course it is expected that students will be able to:
1. Understand the relationship between supply chain management, operations management and organisational business objectives.
2. Be able to critically analyse the role of technology in supplier relationships.
3. Be able to critically analyse the importance of logistics and procurement in supply chain management.
4. Be able to develop a systematic order of procurement and inventory control.
5. Be able to develop a strategy to improve an organisation’s supply chain.
 
6. Strategic Marketing
 
Unit Aims
 
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of the concepts, methods and technical aspects of strategic marketing and the challenges associated with marketing in today’s business environment, including how a strategy combines product development, promotion,distribution, pricing, relationship management and other elements.
 
Expected Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course it is expected that students will be able to:
1. Be able to critically analyse the principles of strategic marketing and the role of digital technologies.
2. Be able to apply tools for analysing the business environment in strategic marketing.
3. Be able to carry out market segmentation, targeting and brand positioning.
4. Be able to apply the integrated marketing mix in an organisation.
5. Be able to critically analyse brands in a business context.