Postgraduate

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Business Strategy

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The qualification has been created to develop and reward the business managers of today and the future, and to continue to bring recognition and professionalism to the management sectors. We hope that centres and learners take the opportunity to learn a great deal from this programmes that will provide relevant new skills and qualities.

It is envisaged that this programme will encourage both academic and professional development so that you learners move forward to realise not just their own potential but also that of organisations across a broad range of sectors.

Units

Learners must complete all 6 mandatory units and choose a specialism route to achieve 120
credits.

Mandatory Units

• Strategic Marketing
• Finance for Managers
• Strategic Direction
• Strategic Planning
• Creative and Innovative Management
• Managing Corporate Responsibility in the Wider Business Environment

Learning Outcomes

• To understand and apply the principles of management strategy in a business environment
• Review and apply the principles of business management within industry
• To understand and apply the principles of strategic management in a specific environment
• To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between management theories and their practical application in the business world.
• Analyse problem-solving techniques specific to business and industry
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Manage one’s own personal development and growth.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

The Qualifi Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership from via South Stafford College
A university partner to complete a dissertation to then receive a full master’s degree
Directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Ethical Leadership

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

This Qualification has been created to develop CPD (continuing professional development) in ethical Leadership, for those who want to draw from their personal experience and develop their leadership understanding and skills, professionally, academically and practically for their personal and professional development. The focus of this qualification is the exploration and practical research into ethical leadership as a subject to apply this knowledge into a new environment.

The Level 7 qualification will require Learners to critically evaluate, challenge and synthesise a wide range of current leadership roles, tools, techniques and models. The emphasis placed on current Leadership concepts and requires the examination and impact of ethical requirements that are more relevant to the 21st century business environment and context and goes beyond the normal examination of Anglo-American management models.

Units

• Contemporary Issues Underpinning Leadership in CPD
• Developing Research and CPD
• Effective Communication through CPD

Learning Outcomes

• Critically reflect on issues at the forefront of leadership.
• Understand reflective practice and its implications for personal and professional development.
• Critical reflection on strategies for effective leadership in a broad range of contexts.
• Conduct primary research in the field of leadership.
• Communicate ideas clearly and effectively, and reflect on the importance of communicating in a style
  appropriate to a variety of audiences, in a variety of formats (written, oral, etc.)
• Review, critically evaluate and integrate information from a variety of theories, models and/or
  methods in formal research in a practical manner.
• Apply analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to a range of theoretical and practical scenarios.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written format.
• Evaluate and review how their own skills and work can contribute to leadership in sport and in
  business.
• Identify and apply ideas and concepts from one domain to another.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Executive Management

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The Qualifications have been created to develop and reward the business managers of today and the future, and to continue to bring recognition and professionalism to the management sectors. This qualification is aimed at those who are seeking middle and executive level roles in medium or large corporations. It provides a programme of learning for those who want to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding of organisations and how executive management can help to achieve organisational and strategic objectives.

Units

• Corporate Strategy
• Corporate Finance and Financial Strategy
• Human Resource Practice, Leadership and Managing People
• Global Trade and its Impact on Strategy
• Research, Problem Solving and Business Reporting
• Operations, Quality and Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Marketing
• Project Management

Learning Outcomes

• To understand and apply the principles of strategic leadership in a business environment
• Review and apply the principles of business management within industry
• To understand and apply the principles of strategic management in a specific environment
• To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between management theories and their practical application in the business world.
• Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
• Work independently and as part of a team 8. Manage one’s own personal development and growth

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Innovation

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The Qualifications have been created to develop and reward the business managers of today and the
future, and to continue to bring recognition and professionalism to the management sectors. The Level 7 programme will require Learners to critically evaluate, challenge and synthesise a wide range of current management tools, techniques and models. The emphasis placed on current management concepts and models is on those that are relevant to the 21st century business environment and context and goes beyond the normal examination of Anglo-American management models.

Units

Mandatory

• Finance for Managers
• Strategic Direction
• Strategic Marketing
• Human Resource Planning
• Marketing Strategy for Social Enterprise
• Global Marketing
• Strategic Management

Learning Outcomes

• To understand and apply the principles of strategic innovation in a business environment.
• Review and apply the principles of business management within industry.
• To understand and apply the principles of strategic management in a specific environment.
• To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship
  between management theories and their practical application in the business world.
• Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry.
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Manage one’s own personal development and growth.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in in Strategic Management and Leadership

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The Qualifications have been created to develop and reward the business managers of today and the future, and to continue to bring recognition and professionalism to the management sectors. The Level 7 programme will require Learners to critically evaluate, challenge and synthesise a wide range of current management tools, techniques and models. The emphasis placed on current management concepts and models is on those that are relevant to the 21st century business environment and context and goes beyond the normal examination of Anglo American management models.

Units

Mandatory

• Manage Team Performance to Support Strategy
• Information Management and Strategic Decision Taking
• Leading a Strategic Management Project
• Strategic Direction
• Strategic Planning
• Development as a Strategic Manager

Optional (2)

• Finance for Managers
• Strategic Marketing
• Organisational Change Strategies
• Human Resource Planning

Learning Outcomes

• To understand and apply the principles of strategic leadership in a business environment
• Review and apply the principles of business management within industry
• To understand and apply the principles of strategic management in a specific environment
• To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between management theories and their practical application in the business world.
• Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
• Work independently and as part of a team 8. Manage one’s own personal development and growth

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Project Management

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The aim of the QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in Project Management is to help develop the learners’ knowledge, understanding and skills required to deal with the complexities of leadership and strategic management in a business context, and to develop their ability to lead change in organisations.

The Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Project Management aims to give learners the opportunity to Apply theoretical understanding of management to complex and current business issues with a view to improving business practice. It reflects critically upon leadership skills and thereby allows learners to prepare for senior roles of Project Management within their organisation. It not only helps develop a lifelong learning attitude to education and training but also gain a critical insight into contemporary research and leading-edge practice within the field of Project Management

Students develop considerable autonomy in their learning and enhance their ability to plan and implement consultancy projects in a group context. The programme helps them to generate originality and enterprise in approaching complex PR issues.

Units

• Planning, Controlling and Leading a Project
• Procurement Risk and Contract Management
• Project and Logistics Management
• Operations and Information Management for Project Managers
• Research Methods for project management
• Principles of Project Management
• Operations and Global Supply Chain Management
• Leadership and Professional Development
• Managing Risk, Uncertainty and Complexity in Projects
• Innovation in Project Management
• Project Management

Learning Outcomes

• To understand and apply the principles of project management in a business environment
• Review and apply the principles of project management within industry
• To understand and apply the principles of project management in a specific environment
• To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between theories and their practical application in the business world.
• Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Manage one’s own personal development and growth.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Risk Management

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Risk Management is a comprehensive program designed to equip learners with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage risks in organizations. Throughout the course, learners will be exposed to a range of topics, including ISO standard ‘harmonisation’ programmes, organizational strategy and risk plans, contemporary issues in CSR risk management systems, and risk financing options available for an organization. Additionally, learners will learn how to evaluate a range of tools to assess an organization’s position in the market and prepare a risk management plan to mitigate potential risks. The course also covers mathematical models such as VaR, CVaR, and EVaR, and teaches learners how to develop and design a research proposal on a chosen risk management-related topic. Successful completion of this diploma opens up opportunities for further study or employment in the field of risk management.

Units

• Principles of Risk Management
• Strategic Risk Management
• Responsible Leadership and Governance
• Organisational and Environmental Risk
• Risk Analysis and Modelling
• Advanced Research Methods in Risk Management

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the principles and formation of agreements.
• Understand aims and general principles of risk management.
• Understand the sources of risk management.
• Understand what strategy risk is and the different types of strategy risk.
• Understand the significance of corporate governance in organisations.
• Understand how to construct research methods in the context of risk management.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The aim of the QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing qualification is to provide learners with the skills and understanding in marketing and branding that align with good strategic decision making to maintain organisations’ competitive advantage.

Learners acquire knowledge through an integrated approach of theory in marketing, branding consumer behaviour and digital communication management and practice using real-time activities. Successful completion of this qualification will develop learners’ strategic marketing management, consumer behaviour and branding skills and their ability to focus on the requirements of implementing an organisation’s strategy.

The qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or to work toward a relevant master’s programme with advanced standing.

Units

• Contemporary Issues and Principles of Marketing
• Consumer Behaviour and Market Communications
• Digital and Social Media Marketing
• Contemporary Challenges and Strategic Marketing
• Strategic Brand Management
• Marketing Research Project

Learning Outcomes

• Gain a sound and coherent foundation in strategic marketing, such that they will be able to define and execute practical strategic marketing interventions that exist in professional practice.
• Apply analytical ability and problem-solving skills in the context of marketing management; Synthesise and critically evaluate theoretical frameworks of strategic marketing, consumer behaviour, brand managements, digital marketing, market research and design and innovation as applied to marketing.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the practical value of these frameworks in a range of strategic business situations.
• Create frameworks for understanding and analysing strategic marketing processes in diverse organisational types, encountering different and changing marketing environments.
• Develop practical research and analytical capabilities in the context of market/driven strategy, and in particular in the formulation of value propositions in provider/customer relationships.
• Review, modify, synthesise and apply transferable strategic marketing, branding, consumer behaviour and digital marketing concepts and skills in the management of product and market development, in particular from the strategic perspective.
• Critically assess market-sourced data and information from a variety of organisations and use this for strategic marketing and decision making.
• Evaluate a variety of creative approaches to product and service design, creativity and innovation that may contribute to organisational wealth and solve organisational problems.
• Demonstrate personal development and learning skills applicable to marketing practices in the marketing environment.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The aim of this qualification is to provide learners with an understanding of management within the health and social care sector. Learners will develop practical skills for a management career through a range of specialised units that include how to research and implement improvement for their employer and within the sector.

Successful completion of the QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care provides learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment or to complete a master’s degree at our chosen University partners.

Units

• Health and Social Care Leadership
• Managing People in Health and Social Care
• Managing Finance in Health and Social Care
• Health and Social Care Strategies and Policies
• Leading Change in Health and Social Care
• Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals

Learning Outcomes

• Understand theories of leadership utilised in health and social care settings.
• Understand performance management in health and social care.
• Understand the role of financial information in managing health and social care organisations.
• Understand strategic and business plans for health care organisations based on environmental analysis.
• Understand strategies for achieving quality in health and social care services
• Understand research approaches in health and social care contexts.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Psychology

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The aim of the QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in Psychology is to provide learners with an understanding of the main cognitive functions such as perception, executive functions, language, attention and their role in psychology. Learners will develop practical skills for a career in psychology.

Successful completion of the QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in Psychology provides learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment.

Units

• Psychoanalysis and Mental Health
• Exploring psychology
• Cognitive and biological psychology
• Qualitative Research Methodology
• Social and Cultural Psychology and Psychology of Human Development
• Rehabilitation Psychology

Learning Outcomes

• Develop an understanding of the most used statistical techniques used in psychological research. Practical problems around statistical procedures are delivered in computer practical sessions. These will involve real-world research questions being presented to students. Example data sets will be provided and analysed.
• Understand the research process, research techniques, research ethics and scientific writing skills will be covered in “Issues in Scientific Research”, and it is designed to help introduce students to the theoretical and practical complexities of the research process.
• Know the neuropsychological aspects of emotion and behaviour in healthy and clinical populations.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The aim of the Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management is to develop occupational health and safety management skills for managers who have the authority and personal attributes to translate organisational strategy into effective operational performance.

This qualification reflects current practice in Occupational Health and Safety Management and allows learners to develop and expand their high-level understanding of occupational health and safety in the workplace.

The qualification addresses a wide range of multidisciplinary topics such as, health and safety management practice, health and safety management systems, strategic risk intervention, strategies to improve occupational wellbeing, and sustainability and ethics. The Advanced Research Methods unit will allow learners to develop a critical understanding of the philosophical, practical and ethical concepts of research within the context of a health and safety environment.

The qualification will enable learners to become independent, self-directed learners with tools and motivation to continue learning, developing, and reflecting on practice throughout their careers.

Successful completion of the QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management provides learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment.

Units

• Health and Safety Management Practice
• Effectiveness of Health and Safety Management Systems
• Factors Affecting Risk and Strategic Risk Intervention
• Strategic Commitment to Health and Well-Being
• Sustainability and Ethics in Health and Safety Practice
• Advanced Research Methods

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the factors that influence an organisation’s culture and atmosphere around health and safety.
• Be able to evaluate organisational practices and structures relating to health and safety.
• Understand what contributes to being able to present a plan which promotes a health and safety strategy for the organisation.
• Be able to assess health and safety risks within the organisation.
• Be able to promote plans and engage all levels of the business so that the strategy is actioned, monitored, and evaluated.
• Understand the scope for ethical business practices on the part of the health and safety professional and the scope for developing engagement and commitment to ethical behaviours and measures.
• Be able to plan and prepare a research project.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The Qualifications have been created to develop and reward the business managers of today and the future, and to continue to bring recognition and professionalism to the management sectors. The Level 7 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management qualification is designed for managers who have the expert and personal encouragement in deciphering organisational strategy into effective operational performance. This programme provides learners with an advanced qualification that supports their development as managers within the tourism and hospitality industry through a lifelong-learning orientation.

Units

• Marketing Approaches in Hospitality and Tourism
• Strategic Planning Facets in Hospitality and Tourism
• Tourism Policy in International Context and Development
• The Culture and Society in Tourism

Learning Outcomes

• To understand and apply the principles of management in a business environment
• To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between management theories and their practical application in the business world.
• Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
• Work independently and as part of a team 6. Manage one’s own personal development and growth

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The Qualification has been designed to meet the needs of senior/middle managers in the running of their businesses, and to facilitate their progression to high levels within their organisation. Managers need to be aware of issues, able to analyse their potential outcomes and consequences, and decide how to react. They do not have to be expert in all areas of business, but they need to possess a general awareness of what specialist facilities and services exist, and how they can assist in carrying out that role. The programme includes contemporary topics reflecting key issues within the 21st – century business environment as well as the latest developments in management research.

Units

• Contemporary HRM
• Leading, Managing and HR Development
• Resourcing, Talent Management and Development
• Performance Management
• Employee Relations
• Investigating a Business Issue from an HR Perspective

Learning Outcomes

• To understand and apply the principles of human resource management in a business environment
• Review and apply the principles of human resource management within industry
• To understand and apply the principles of human resource management in a specific environment
• To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between theories and their practical application in the business world.
• Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
• Work independently and as part of a team 8. Manage one’s own personal development and growth

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The Qualifi Diploma in Accounting and Finance is designed to meet the needs of senior/middle managers and accountants in the running of their businesses, and to facilitate their progression to higher levels within their organisation. It focuses on developing understanding, skills and abilities to equip the Learner with the awareness and aptitudes to be an effective accounting and finance manager.

Units

• Strategy and Global Finance
• Strategic Financial Management
• Strategic Auditing
• Ethical Behaviour and Corporate Governance
• Corporate Reporting
• Financial Analyst

Learning Outcomes

• To understand and apply the principles of accounting and finance in a business environment
• Review and apply the principles of accounting and finance within industry
• To understand and apply the principles of accounting and finance in a specific environment
• To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between theories and their practical application in the business world.
• Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Manage one’s own personal development and growth

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in International Business Law

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The Qualification has been created to develop and reward learners with legal skills and knowledge in international business law and to continue to bring recognition and professionalism to a wide range of sectors. The aim of this programme is to develop legal skills, analysis, logical thinking and knowledge that can usefully be applied in further study, legal profession and public service. It provides students with understanding of law in context of business to equip them with abilities needed to work with advance issues.

Units

Mandatory Units

• International Trade Law
• Commercial Trust Law
• Industrial and Intellectual Property Law
• Law of Financial Crimes
• Company Law
• Legal Research and Research Methods

Optional Units

• International Commercial Arbitration
• Corporate Governance – Principles and Practices

Learning Outcomes

• To understand wide ranges of subjects in the international business law
• Develop an understanding for legal framework that governs the international business
  transactions within industry
• Demonstrate an understanding of the commercial trust law, company law, international trade
  law, intellectual property law, and law of financial crimes in the international business
• Develop research skills and ability to write on key areas in international business law.
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Manage one’s own personal development and growth

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

Work experience in legal sector and/or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in IT

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

This Diploma in Information Technology (IT) aims to develop learners’ ability to solve complex applied computing problems in information technology. Learners will learn to manage IT projects and find out how information technology affects society. Further, it will also create the ability to design, plan and organise technology-based projects that are produced on time, to high standards and within budget.

Units

Mandatory

• Computer Networks
• Data Analytics
• Database Management Systems
• Management Information Systems
• Computers and Society
• Computing Projects

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 20 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification in relevant Discipline or;

Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in IT.

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Data Science

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

With the emergence of cloud computing, big data and artificial intelligence, data science has become a key fourth generation profession. The Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Data Science has been developed to prepare aspiring Data Scientists, Data Analysts and Artificial Intelligence specialists to take advantage of the growing business and employment opportunities in these fields.

The Diploma is designed to enable learners to gain skills in maths, statistics and programming in R, Python and SQL. The Diploma also provides a sound basis for a progression to Masters Degrees in a number of relevant disciplines.

Units

• Exploratory Data Analysis
• Statistical Inference
• Fundamentals of Predictive Modelling Advanced Predictive Modelling
• Time Series Analysis
• Unsupervised Multivariate Methods Machine Learning

Learning Outcomes

• Gain the mathematical and statistical knowledge and understanding required to carry out basic and advanced data analysis.
• Develop sufficient skill in the R, Python and SQL programming languages to use them to successfully carry out data analysis to an advanced level.
• Develop a strong understanding of data management, including evaluation, structuring and cleaning of data for analysis.
• Become familiar with and use the tools and techniques used in data visualisation
• Develop a comprehensive knowledge of classical data analytics, including statistical inference,
  predictive modelling, time series analysis and data reduction.
• Become familiar with and apply common machine learning techniques to business and other problems
  in order to uncover options and solutions for them.
• Develop an understanding of essential concepts from contemporary themes in business.
• Understand, evaluate and apply data science and analytics within business and organisational contexts.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Cyber Security

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The aim of the QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in Cyber Security is to offer learners an advanced knowledge of the industry by deepening their awareness of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
The core objective of the Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Cyber Security qualification is to equip learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career in the cyber security sector.

The QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in Cyber Security aims to give learners the opportunity to:

• Gain a recognised qualification from an internationally recognised Awarding Organisation.
• Develop research and critical thinking abilities to carry out independent cyber security research.
• Develop competence in security management (risk assessment, compliance, and governance)
• Gain in-depth knowledge of network security, digital forensics, ethical hacking, and cloud security.
• Develop an understanding of ethical and legal aspects relating to privacy, compliance, and the legal frameworks that regulate cyber operations.

Units

Mandatory

• Fundamentals of Cyber Security
• Network, Infrastructure and Systems Security
• Applications of Cyber Security
• Security Management and Governance
• Cryptography

Learning Outcomes

• Understand key cryptographic principles and modes
• Understand the standards, regulations and laws that apply to business and government organisations in relation to encryption
• Understand the core principles of digital investigations
• Apply the types of tool that support professional digital investigations at a strategic level
• Plan for an investigations and forensics teams
• Understand the physical and human resources required to manage a major suspected cyber security incident
• Apply Business Continuity Management to major incident planning and response
• Understand the role senior leaders and strategic leadership
• Evaluate the management streams and performance monitoring mechanisms that relate to information security
• Understand how data protection legislation impacts considerations of strategy-setting and strategic leadership

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Crisis Management

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The level 7 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Crisis Management is a qualification for aspiring strategic leaders within the logistics and supply chain sector. In particular this course looks to equip leaders with the tools necessary to build strategic resilience into their supply chains, in a blend of historic models and modern day techniques.

The Diploma is designed to provide learners with the expertise required to undertake a career as a logistics and supply chain leader and it also provides a sound basis for progression to postgraduate study.

We hope that centres and learners take the opportunity to learn a great deal from this programme that will provide relevant new skills and knowledge. It is envisaged that this programme will encourage both academic and professional development so that learners move forward to realise not just their own potential but also that of organisations across the industry.

Units

• Critical Issues: Strategic Framework for Understanding Risk and Resilience Building
• Engineering Systems Views of Supply Chain Resilience
• Sector Specific Supply Chain Resilience Management
• Ethical and Social Supply Chain Management
• Critical Issues: Supply Chain Crime, Corruption and Terrorism
• Critical Issues: Management of Supply Chains during Natural Disasters, Climate Change and Pandemics

Learning Outcomes

• Apply and make critiques of different approaches and implementation standards with regards logistics and supply chain operations
• Evaluate the role of strategic leadership in supply chain risk management
• Review the impact of globalisation on an organisations extended logistics and supply chain operations
• Understand and apply the principles of sustainability in supply chain leadership
• Analyse problem-solving techniques that are specific to supply chain crisis management and resilience building
• Manage strategic risks and build resilience in a global supply chain
• Analyse the impacts of supply chain shocks on business operations
• Evaluate resilience measures in context to differing global supply chain operations

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Educational Management and Leadership

Credit Equivalency: 120

Level: 7

Qualification Overview

The qualification has been created to develop learners’ understanding of policy, management theory and practice in education. It provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policy makers and will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the education sector.

The qualification also combines both theoretical and practical knowledge in the education profession and 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.

Units

• Leadership Qualities and Practice in Education
• Contemporary Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Practice
• Managing Change in an Educational Context
• Pedagogy and Practice in Education
• Leading Reflective Practice in Education
• Research Methods in Education

Learning Outcomes

• To understand and apply the principles of management strategy in an educational environment
• Review and apply the principles of educational leadership within industry
• To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between
• management theories and their practical application in education.
• Analyse problem-solving techniques specific to education.
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Manage one’s own personal development and growth.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 6 Qualification or;

First Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

A university partner to complete a relevant master’s degree, subject to approval, or directly into employment in an associated profession.

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

Credit Equivalency: 160

Level: 8

Qualification Overview

This Level 8 Diploma is designed for developing and implementing effective strategies across ambitious growing organisations. Strategic management is for Executive Directors and Senior Managers and for those who have the authority and personal inspiration to translate organisational strategy into effective corporate performance. The Diploma requires aspiring or current directors and senior managers to build a knowledge and understanding in strategic direction and leadership and to focus growth and performance across all levels of an organisation; making it competitive and responsive to acquiring tomorrow’s business.

Units

• Leadership Qualities and Practice
• Personal Leadership Development as a Strategic Manager
• Strategy Development in Cross Border and Global Organisations
• Strategic Planning in Cross Border and Global Organisations
• Strategic Direction in Cross Border and Global Organisations
• Strategic Communication
• Culture and its Impact on Strategy
• Research Methods

Learning Outcomes

• To understand and apply the principles of strategic leadership in a business environment
• Review and apply the principles of business management within industry
• To understand and apply the principles of strategic management in a specific environment
• To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between management theories and their practical application in the business world.
• Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry
• Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Manage one’s own personal development and growth

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be aged 20 or over and will be expected to hold the following:

Level 7 Qualification or;

Masters Degree

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Progression routes:

Entry to DBA at a UK University