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Extended Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership
How to apply
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch!
Course Overview
Key Information
Awarding Body
Duration
One Year
Year of Entry
2026/2027
Tuition Fee
£2,950
Application
Campus
London
*Awarded by Pearson, delivered by City of London College. Students are registered with Pearson through Gloucestershire College.
Programme Details
Additional Information
Registration College
Collaborative College
Credits
120
Course Type
Part-Time/Full-Time, Blended
Level
7
Student Contract
Contract
Overview
The Pearson BTEC Level 7 Qualifications in Strategic Management and Leadership are designed to provide focused and specialist vocational courses with a clear work-related emphasis. The qualifications provide the knowledge, understanding and skills required to manage people and resources in a strategic way in all sizes of organisation. They are particularly suitable for learners who wish to follow a tailored programme of study that is directly related to their work in strategic management/leadership, or that is related to an aspect of employment they wish to move into in the future.
The 270 GLH Extended Diploma 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.
90%
of our Extended Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership Course students were satisfied with the learning resources on their course.
CLC – London Students Survey 2025
Modules information
As well as the core modules, you may also have the opportunity to study a number of option modules. Option modules will not be pre-selected for you. We provide examples of option modules. The availability of specific option modules may vary from year to year. The offer of an option will be subject to a minimum number of students choosing the module to ensure the appropriate student experience. The offer of option modules may also be affected by staff availability. It means we cannot guarantee the availability of a particular optional module. However, we will ensure you have a choice of option modules.
Strategic Leadership and Management
Unit Type: Mandatory
(20 Credits)
Strategic Change Management
Unit Type: Mandatory
(20 Credits)
Research Methods
Unit Type: Mandatory
(20 Credits)
Strategic Marketing Management
Unit Type: Mandatory
(20 Credits)
Small Business Management; a Strategic Overview
Unit Type: Mandatory
(20 Credits)
The Digital Business; Transformation and Optimisation
Unit Type: Mandatory
(20 Credits)
Features
Entry Requirements
A first degree from a British University (or equivalent) or HND/BTEC award with relevant experience
Benefits
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This qualification offers an engaging programme for higher education and adult learners who are clear about the area of employment they wish to enter or to which they wish to progress within existing employment. It also provides a suitable qualification for those wishing to change career or move into employment in management following a career break.
The Pearson BTEC Level 7 Diploma extends the work-related focus from the Pearson BTEC Level 7 Certificate. There is potential for the qualification to prepare learners for employment in a particular vocational sector and it is suitable for those who have decided that they wish to enter a specific area of work.The 120 credit Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma is also particularly appealing for those learners wishing to progress to an MBA or other Masters degree.
Transferable skills are clearly demonstrated, with strong links to professional HR practices. Learners show an ability to apply their knowledge in real-world working environments.
Assessor Comments
Positive Learning & Skills Feedback
Why Study at CLC?
Dedicated support services for your personal, academic, and mental health needs to help you succeed.
Access career opportunities, internships, and professional workshops to advance your career journey.
Career Progression Opportunities
The programme aligns with Plymouth Marjon University’s Strategic Plan 2014-2024 and Marjon’s ‘The Edge’ – the Enterprise and Employability hub which aim for higher levels of employable and enterprising graduates.
The programme affords career progression opportunities through the subject specific knowledge and skills gained through taught content but also the variety of practical learning opportunities that are in conjunction with employers. Consultancy projects, fieldtrips, placements and networking events integrate employer partnerships into the programme and enable students to build up experience for their C.V.
Employment types anticipated from this degree are in; marketing, finance, HR, small business ownership, consultancy and management.
The supportive learning environment at City of London College helped me develop both academically and professionally.
Imogen Clarke
Strategic Planning Executive
Course Fees
The 2026/2027 tuition fees for this course are:
Full-time – One Year
