OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
Command Business Strategy from the C-Suite
You manage teams. You deliver results. You make decisions. But when executive positions open—Director, VP, C-Suite roles—they all require the same credential: Master’s level strategic management qualifications.
Experience alone doesn’t get you to the executive table. Strategic thinking capability backed by postgraduate credentials does. Organizations need leaders who can shape direction, not just execute plans. They need strategists with proven academic credentials.
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is your pathway to executive leadership. This Master’s level qualification demonstrates you possess the strategic thinking, leadership excellence, and business acumen that C-suite positions demand.
What is OTHM Level 7 in Strategic Management and Leadership?
Qualification Overview:
- Academic Level: RQF Level 7 (Master’s level)
- Credits: 120 postgraduate credits
- Duration: 12-18 months
- Delivery: 100% online, executive-friendly
- Assessment: Strategic assignments
- Recognition: Global acceptance
- Focus: Executive leadership and strategy
Strategic Investment
| Currency | Course Fee | ROI Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| AED | 3,500 AED | 1-2 months |
| USD | $953 USD | 1-2 months |
| INR | ₹79,300 INR | 1-2 months |
Executive Salary Transformation
| Position | Before Level 7 | After Level 7 | Annual Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Manager | AED 22,000 – 28,000 | AED 32,000 – 42,000 | AED 120k – 168k |
| Director | AED 35,000 – 45,000 | AED 50,000 – 65,000 | AED 180k – 240k |
| VP/Executive | AED 50,000 – 65,000 | AED 75,000 – 100,000+ | AED 300k – 420k |
Strategic Curriculum
Unit 1: Strategic Management
- Strategy formulation and implementation
- Competitive analysis
- Business model innovation
- Strategic decision-making
Unit 2: Leadership and Management Development
- Leadership theories and practices
- Change management
- Organizational behavior
- Team dynamics
Unit 3: Governance, Risk and Ethics
- Corporate governance
- Risk management frameworks
- Ethical leadership
- Compliance management
Unit 4: Research Methods
- Research design
- Data analysis
- Evidence-based management
- Academic writing
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, widely accepted by multinational corporations and UAE businesses for director and VP-level positions.
Level 7 equals first year of MBA. More focused on strategy and leadership. Can progress to MBA top-up in 6-12 months.
Yes, designed for executives. Flexible format allows study alongside demanding leadership responsibilities.
Director, VP, Head of Department, General Manager, and other executive leadership positions across industries.
Executive mentorship, strategic career positioning, CV optimization, executive job connections, and ongoing leadership development.
Your Executive Future
The executives you admire made one key decision: invest in Master’s level credentials. Your experience deserves strategic qualification backing.
Transform from manager to executive. Enroll today.










































