ATHE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management – Finance Pathway
The Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management – Finance Pathway is designed to offer learners a broader and more comprehensive experience of strategic management with a special focus on Finance-related topics.
Introduction:
The Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management – Finance Pathway is designed to offer learners a broader and more comprehensive experience of strategic management with a special focus on Finance-related topics. Learners are required to take the five core units and three of the four units from the Finance Pathway. For those learners interested in fully realising their own academic interest and potential for the subject, this qualification offers the opportunity to engage with a wide range of Level 7 strategic management and finance-related topics.
Credits: 120 UK Credits – Equivalent to 60 ECTS
Grading: Fail, Pass, Merit, or Distinction.
Delivery Mode: Via distance learning.
Qualification Specification: To view the specification, please click here.
Typical Age: This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 19 and above.
Qualifications: For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
- A first degree in Business, Management or related subjects or a level 6 qualification for example an ATHE Diploma in Management
- Other equivalent international qualifications.
Language: For those whom English is not their first language we recommend the following standards of proficiency in English language skills or an approved equivalent for this qualification:
- IELTs 5.5
- Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) B2
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or above
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 42-49
- If students are not able to provide one of these certificates, they will be asked to do an internal English test to assess their level.
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Qualification Content:
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UNIT NAME |
UNIT AIMS |
UK CREDITS |
MANDATORY |
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Strategic Planning |
The aim of this unit is to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills necessary to develop an organisational strategic plan. |
15 |
Yes |
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Finance for Strategic Managers |
The learners will develop knowledge, understanding and skills that will enable them to analyse internal and publicly available financial information. This will help to inform strategic decision making. |
15 |
Yes |
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Research for Strategic Development |
The aim of this unit is to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required to carry out research to meet the needs of strategic business management. |
15 |
Yes |
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Organisational Behaviour |
The aim of this unit is to help learners develop an understanding of how organisational behaviour, structure, culture, motivation, creativity and leadership impact on an organisation’s effectiveness and efficiency. |
15 |
Yes |
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Personal Development for Leadership and Strategic Management |
This unit aims to help learners develop their own personal leadership and management skills in the context of the creation and achievement of organisational vision and strategic direction. |
15 |
Yes |
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International Business Environment |
The unit will enable learners to explore the changing international business environment and develop knowledge and understanding of how organisations respond. |
15 |
Opt |
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Developing Organisational Vision and Strategic Direction |
To enable learners to improve their knowledge and understanding of how organisations develop vision and strategic direction. The unit may be of particular interest for learners aiming for leadership roles in either private or public sector organisations. |
15 |
Opt |
|
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To enable learners to gain an understanding of the role of an international corporate financial manager. The unit will allow learners to consider the importance of International Accounting Standards and the international financial environment for decision making within businesses and organisations. Particular attention is paid to analysing the role of international financial markets in creating opportunities and risks for organisations, especially those operating in a multinational context. Learners will gain experience in assessing strategic options and making appropriate recommendations. |
15 |
Opt |
|
Quantitative Methods |
This unit will enable learners to further develop understanding and skills in the application of quantitative methods appropriate to support decision-taking in organisations. |
15 |
Opt |
What’s included
- No.of Modules: 8
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Duration:Full Time - 12 Months
Part Time - 24 Months - Learning: N/D
- Certificate