PEARSON BTEC LEVEL 7 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP (QCF)

PEARSON BTEC LEVEL 7 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP (ONLINE)

Awarded by Pearson Education Ltd, United Kingdom

INTRODUCTION

BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma is designed to provide focused learning, with a strong emphasis on practical skills development alongside the acquisition of requisite knowledge and understanding of the business sector. This programme is particularly suitable for mature learners working in business management or other sectors with a responsibility for management and leadership. This programme will help the learners develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for successful performance in the management sector.      

PROGRAMME DURATION Full-time: 6 months  Part-time: 9 months 

MODE OF DELIVERY

Face-to-Face: 345 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) consisting of lectures, tutorials, group discussions, project meetings,assignments  Online Learning: Distance learning and assessment though the use of the Learning Management System (LMS)   

ASSESSMENT MODES AND SCHEDULE  No written examinations. Assessments are assignment and project-based, with a summative assignment given at the end of every unit

ENTRY/AGE REQUIREMENTS 

• • Applicant must be 18 years or above
  • Academic Level: A Bachelor’s Degree equivalent to QCF Level 6 (First Degree)
  • Language Proficiency: English at GCE ‘O’ Level or equivalent.
  • Recognition of prior learning (30 years old and above, with at least 8 years of working experience)

COURSE OUTLINE & PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

S/N	Module Name	Credit	No. of Hours	Course Syllabus
1	Developing Strategic Management & Leadership Skills	10	30	Download
2	Professional Development for Strategic Managers	5	10	Download
3	Strategic Change Management	10	30	Download
4	Developing Corporate Culture	5	15	Download
5	Strategic Marketing Management	10	30	Download
6	Corporate Communication Strategies	10	30	Download
7	Strategic Human Resource Management	10	30	Download
8	Strategic Quality and System Management	10	30	Download
9	Strategic Planning	15	45	Download
10	Managing Financial Principles and Techniques	15	45	Download
11	Developing Successful Business Teams	5	30	Download
12	Research Methods for Strategic Managers	15	20	Download

Note: Course Units may change due to changes in Pearson Framework or Course Reviews. 

ATTENDANCE CRITERIA 

Students must satisfy the minimum attendance requirements [75% for Part-Time students and 90% for Full-Time students].

AWARD CRITERIA 

Students must successfully pass all 12 course units which makes up 120 credits    

CAREER PROSPECTS AFTER GRADUATION

The Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (QCF) is a Pre-Masters program which allows progression within the business sector. 

Graduates are able to obtain knowledge and understanding across different business disciplinary perspectives such as human resource management, quality and systems management, financial techniques, developing corporate culture implementing strategic change, etc.

You are trained for the following job positions:

Corporate Communication:

• Media Relations Manager
• Corporate Communication Manager
• Public Relations / Affairs Manager
• Events Manager

Entrepreneurship:

• Business Development Manager
• Strategic Planning Manager

Marketing:

• Marketing Manager
• Marketing Communication Manager
• Sales Manager
• Advertising Manager

Human Resource Management:

• Human Resource Manager
• Admin Manager

Graduates with more than 10 years of relevant working experience can assume senior managerial positions.

AVERAGE TEACHER TO STUDENT RATIO  1 : 20     

 EDUCATIONAL PATHWAY   Upon completion, the students can progress to a Master’s Degree with recognised universities. Click on the link provided to see the list of universities that accept Pearson BTEC Level 7 HND as an entry requirement http://www.degreecoursefinder.pearson.com 

PROGRAMME INTAKE 

January, April, July & October

COURSE FEES (Singapore Dollars)**

	Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (Online)		Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (QCF)
Duration	FT: 6 mths		FT: 6 mths
	Students without STP*	Students with STP*	Local	International
Application Fee (Non-Refundable)	100	300	100	300
Tuition Fee	15,000	15,000	15,000	15,000
Admin Fee	200	500	200	500
Medical Insurance Fee	200	200	200	200
Course Materials Fee	1,400	1,400	1,400	1,400
Examination/Assessment Fee**	990	990	990	990
FPS Insurance Fee	445	452	445	452
Total Payable Course Fees	18,235	18,542	18,235	18,542

Remarks:

* STP refers to Student Pass **Examination/Assessment fees are subject to revisions from time to time. ***Duration highlighted red are subject to revisions that are projected to take effect from 02.01.17

Modes of Payment

Cash, Cheque or Bank Transfer

Note:For the payment schedule, please refer to the student contract.

Miscellaneous Fee

Students are required to pay where applicable.

Appeal Fee (if applicable)	Approx. $280-$300 (For Pearson related courses, this fee may be subjected to changes from Pearson and prevailing exchange rates)
Re-Exam Fee (if applicable)	Approx. $130-$170
School T-Shirt (if applicable)	$20 per piece
Late Payment Fee (if applicable)	$30 per late payment
Replacement of Student Card (if applicable)	$30 per replacement
Course Extension Fee (if applicable)	$400 per extension
Course Deferment Fee (if applicable)	$400 per deferment