Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (QCF) (Full-Time)

Course introduction

Introduction

Awarding Body

Pearson Education Ltd, United Kingdom

Overview

Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma Qualifications are designed to provide focused and specialist vocational short courses, linked to professional body requirements and National Occupational Standards where appropriate, with a clear work-related emphasis. The qualifications provide short vocational programmes of study that meet the individual needs of learners. There is a strong emphasis on practical skills development alongside the development of requisite knowledge and understanding in the sector.

Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma Qualifications are particularly suitable for more mature learners who wish to follow a short programme of study that is directly related to their work experience or to an aspect of employment that you wish to move into in due course. On successful completion of these qualifications, national recognition by employers enables you to progress into or within employment and/or continue your study in the vocational area.

Curriculum Overview

Programme Structure

Learning Objectives

To develop systematic understanding of knowledge and a critical awareness of current problems and new insights, much of which is at the forefront of the professional area of management;
To provide comprehensive understanding of management techniques and ability to apply;
To create originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in the area of management;
To develop and apply novel approaches in handling complex and unpredictable situations;
To develop the ability to operate effectively in highly critical situations by dealing effectively with problems and employing a high level of skill, judgement and insight;
To develop the ability to respond to change and initiate change
To demonstrate of self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems
To develop the ability to act autonomously in planning and implementing tasks

Modules

Unit	Unit Level	Credits
Developing Strategic Management and Leadership Skills	7	10
Professional Development for Strategic Managers	7	5
Strategic Change Management	7	10
Strategic Marketing Management	7	10
Strategic Human Resource Management	7	10
Strategic Quality and Systems Management	7	10
Strategic Planning	7	15
Managing Financial Principles & Techniques	7	15
Research Methods for Strategic Managers	7	15
Project Development and Implementation for Strategic Managers	7	20
Total Credits		120

Teaching and Learning Methods

Delivery of the module/unit will be through a blend of lectures, tutorials, seminars and workshops (if applicable). Lectures are a major part of the teaching strategy for the programme. Case studies are a teaching and learning strategy, which are employed in a range of modules: they are a useful assessment tool. Students are presented with real or simulated complex problems which they are required to analyse in detail and then synthesise/present their own solution in writing or orally.

Students are expected to take greater responsibility for their own learning as they progress through their programmes. The student-centred approach will be encouraged through the use of specific teaching strategies; case studies; projects and practical exercises (if applicable), supplemented by the use of appropriate support materials; etc. Active engagement with the subject material enhances learning and many of the learning strategies used attempt to promote this.

Assessment and Examinations

The Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma is assessed by written assignments in total (of 3,000 - 5,000 words each). The assessment strategies are designed to provide fitness for purpose for the individual units of study. Assessments relate directly to learning outcomes and one assessment usually covers a range of learning outcomes. Assessments take the form of examinations (seen/unseen, open book, essays/short answers – if applicable), report, case study, presentations, individual and/or group reports etc. All assessments are equal weighting.

Graduation Requirements and Progression

Students are required to pass 10 units of Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma award. Upon successful completion of the programme you are able to apply for a wide range of employments in management position. Successful students can progress into Master programme recommended by the Pearson Education Ltd and/or TEG International College.

Entry Requirements

A candidate must satisfy one, or combination, of the following requirements:

1. Hold one of the following prior to commencement of the Programme:

Singaporean students with at least 19 years of age; an honours degree or an equivalent internally recognised degree or professional qualifications; and
Foreign students with at least 19 years of age; an honours degree or an equivalent internally recognised degree or professional qualifications;

2. Where an applicant’s first language is not English and where an applicant possesses qualifications other than those indicated above, evidence of Level 6.0 attainment in the International English Language Testing Scheme and / or TOFEL score of 550 and / or TEG Certificate in General English and English for Academic Purposes is required.

Students who have successfully completed 2 years of full-time study conducted in English medium may satisfy the English Language requirement.
Students who do not meet the above requirements are required to pass TEG English Language Entry Test OR an interview to be conducted by the TEG International College Academic Director (ELT).

Attendance Requirements

International Students (ICA student pass holder) must attend a minimum of 90% of scheduled course hours at all time. A minimum attendance of 75% must be achieved for local students (Singaporean, PR, Employment Pass, SPass and work permit holders etc.) who are not holding student pass. Students whose attendance is below 90% (ICA Student Pass holder) and 75% (local students) are not eligible to submit the assignment or sit for the examination.

A student who is absent or considered to be absent from class/session, must provide documentary proof i.e. Original Medical Certificate issued by a General Practitioner, Polyclinic or Hospital to his/her Course Administrator immediately on his/her return to school.

Duration & Intake

Programme Duration

Course Duration

Full-time: 3 hours per day X 5 days a week X 9 months

Part-time: 3 hours per day X 3 days a week X 12 months

Commencement and Completion Dates/Month (Full time) (9 Months)

Course Commencement	Course Completion Month
12 January	October
16 February	November
09 March	December
30 March	December
20 April	January (Following year)
11 May	February (Following year)
08 June	March (Following year)
29 June	March (Following year)
20 July	April (Following year)
11 August	May (Following year)
31 August	June (Following year)
07 September	June (Following year)
28 September	June (Following year)
19 October	July (Following year)
09 November	August (Following year)
30 November	September (Following year)

Commencement and Completion Dates/Month (Part time) (12 Months)b

Course Commencement	Course Completion Month
30 March	March (Following year)
13 April	April (Following year)
11 May	May (Following year)
15 June	June (Following year)
20 July	July (Following year)
17 August	August (Following year)
14 September	September (Following year)
19 October	October (Following year)
16 November	November (Following year)
04 January	January (Following year)