PEARSON LEVEL 7 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP

Introduction to the Program

The Pearson BTEC Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership, aims to enhance student’s career and employability in the areas of business and management by developing a critical awareness and appreciation of contemporary business issues. In addition to the knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin the study of the business sector, Pearson BTEC Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership give students experience of the breadth and depth of the sector that will prepare them for further study or training.

Assessment Methods

• Pearson BTEC Level 7 in Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership are assessed using a combination of internally assessed assignments and internally assessed Pearson-set assignments.
• Practice based assessment
• Practical and Reflective Evidence Portfolio (PREP)
• Work placement
• Graded - Pass, Merit, Distinction

Course Outline

This qualification builds on the 135 GLH Diploma and is designed to provide a broad qualification on strategic management and leadership. It prepares learners to work as strategic managers and leaders with optional units in, for example, planning, creative and innovative management, and communication.

The purpose of BTEC Level 7 is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals who are able to meet the demands of employers in the business sector and adapt to a constantly changing world.

The qualifications aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them. The BTEC Level 7 diploma qualification made up of 60 credits. These are made up of 2 mandatory units and 1 optional units (All compulsory).

Entry Requirements

- A/Ls 3 simple (3S for Local A/Ls or 3D for London A/Ls) passes. For students who don’t have A/Ls AIC Foundation in Business (FIB) or a similar a pre university qualification recognized by AIC Campus.

- Bachelor degree or equivalent qualification and work experiences

- Age above 19

Class Hours

Weekends - Saturday or/and Sunday, 10.00am to 1.00pm or 1.30 pm-4.30 pm

Entry Requirements

Level 7 – Students will study three units, with a value of 20 credits each = 60 credits.

Unit numbersPearson BTEC Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and LeadershipCredits*Mandatory units- learners must achieve both units1Strategic Leadership and Management202Strategic Change Management20*Optional units – learners must achieve one unit5Strategic Marketing Management20

Internal Faculty Members

• Mr. Inthikab Zufer - CIM (UK), MBA (Cardiff Metropolitan University), Doctoral Candidate
• Ms. Dilani Lokuketagoda - BBA (University of Sri Jayewardenpura), AAT, MBA (reading)
• Ms. Umesha Samarakoon - BSc Accounting (University of Sri Jayewardenpura), CIMA, MBA (reading)
• * Ms. Abirami Jeyakanthan- MBA, PhD (reading)
• Mr. Prasad Amarasinghe - MSc. in Information Systems (Kingston University London)

External Faculty Members

• Mr. Saravana Subramaniam - Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Colombo, Bachelor of Engineering (BE) India
• Dr Ruchitha Perera- PhD, MBA
• Mr Shane David- Bachelor in Law, MBA
• Mr. Rijaz Razeek- MBA, CIMA
• Ms. Syamila Hettiarachchi- BBA, MBA (Australia)
• Ms. Shyamila Samarasinghe- Bachelor of Laws, Master of Law

Progression Opportunities

Having a BTEC Level 7 allows students to specialize by committing to specific career paths and progression routes to post degree-level study. On successful completion of the Level 7 Diploma, students can develop their careers in the business sector through:

• Entering employment in job roles such as:
• * Marketing
• * Finance and Accounting
• * Human Resources
• * Sales and Business Development
• * Project Management
• * Digital Media, Entrepreneurship
• * Sports and Event Management
• Continuing existing employment
• Linking with the appropriate Professional Body
• Committing to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Progressing to university
• Ms. Shyamila Samarasinghe- Bachelor of Laws, Master of Law