OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership
OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership is a development-oriented program for managers and leaders in the field of education at the postgraduate level.
Full Accreditation
RQF level 7
Academic Support
True Scholarship
Accredited and recognized by Ofqual, within the UK National Competency Framework RQF.
Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership
from OTHM
Distinction
The program helps learners with the knowledge, education policies, world education trends as well as specialized management capabilities in a particular educational environment. The program also provides modern tools to help learners manage better, design better programs in the context of prestigious programs must have accreditations from prestigious accreditation organizations.
After graduation, learners will receive in the country according to the Level of OTHM UK, recognized the capacity level with Master degrees are recognized worldwide.
"SIMI Swiss is the exclusive and global program implementer."
Guidelines of how to check the accreditation of SIMI Swiss:
Supporting Systems:
We understand that pursuing a postgraduate accredited program can be both exciting and challenging, especially for busy adult learners. To assist in overcoming challenges, SIMI Swiss has developed the Supporting Systems, which are designed to help navigate any difficulties during learners' studies.
For a comprehensive overview of our support, please watch our informative videos for assistance at every step of your academic journey.
Learning Models:
SIMI programs offer a Fully Online or Hybrid learning model (conditionally applied), allowing students to study with original programs from Switzerland and partner countries. This enables students to achieve qualifications equivalent to those of full-time international students without the need to live in or attend on-site activities. The Broadcast classes with SIMI’s Lecturers on scheduled days are perfect for those with busy work lives or limited time during the week.
The following video will provide learners with a direct and comprehensive overview of enrolling in online classes at SIMI Swiss.
Effective SIMI Pedagogy:
At SIMI, we pay special attention to the effectiveness of our programs. As for our exclusive teaching method specifically designed for busy learners, we strongly believe that this method will allow learners to seamlessly integrate foundational theory and professional knowledge into the context of real life and career.
The following video will help you understand this method more deeply.
Program
The program is designed for fully online learning, or Hybrid learning (conditionally applied) in 1 year.
"As an exclusive collaboration program with SIMI Swiss, students can study together with students of SIMI Swiss's Master of Educational Management and Pedagogical Innovation (MEAMIP) program."
Mandatory Modules:
- Contemporary Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Practice (20 UK credits)
- The Management of Educational Change (20 UK credits)
- Managing Effective Intercultural Communication and Perspectives (20 UK credits)
- Pedagogy and Practice in Education (20 UK credits)
- Leading Reflective Practice in Education (20 UK credits)
- Research Methods in Education (20 UK credits)
Assessment and verification:
All Level UK program subjects are assessed by the London Academy of Sciences, the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation and the UK national qualifications testing and certification body OTHM. Students must demonstrate the acquisition of knowledge and attainment of competencies described in detail in the program's syllabus.
After completing the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Educational Management and Leadership, students can:
- Increase leadership capacity in the educational environment and related activities in a constantly changing educational environment.
- Equip yourself with the ability to self-study and develop yourself to become an educational manager who can manage an accredited international education system.
- Equip educational management skills to form an educational management system that meets standard educational quality management standards.
- Know how to plan strategies including marketing and enrollment in the context of fierce competition between schools and educational systems.
- Ability to lead lecturers and train management classes inherited from the teaching staff.
- Know how to plan and apply new technology to improve teaching and learning activities.
Know how to form, evaluate, and manage training programs that meet output standards according to program and sylabus expectations.
Admission
Entry requirements:
- Bachelor's degrees in majors from accredited universities.
- Level 6 in EQF or equivalent. A Level 6 Diploma must be from an accredited and recognized institution.
English requirements:
If a learner is not from a predominantly English-speaking country, proof of English language proficiency must be provided.
- Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent
- Or A minimum TOEFL score of 101 or IELTS 6.5; Reading and Writing must be at 6.5 or equivalent
Please note: SIMI and SSE reserves the right to make admissions decisions based on the requirements of recognized agencies and the global quotas of the program.
Accreditation
SIMI SWISS is the pioneering higher education institution with accreditation at both the programmatic and institutional levels:
- Accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) at the highest level (Premier Institution);
- Accreditation of the management system compatible with the European Quality Assurance Framework for Vocational Education and Training (EQAVET) and Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in the European Higher Education Area, awarded by the HEAD – Higher Education Accreditation Division;
- Programmatic accreditation by Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Bodies (OTHM, CTH);
- Learning outcomes are mapped to the UK national occupational standards by the Senior Leader Bureau United Kingdom;
- A Federal Member of SVEB (Swiss Federation for Adult Learning);
- Recognized by the United Kingdom Regulated Qualification Framework.
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Guidelines of how to check the accreditation of SIMI Swiss:
OTHM is an Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body, achieved:
- Recognition at institutional level by the UK education authority Ofqual (UK.Gov) Recognition Number: RN5284
- OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership is accredited by the UK’s government with the Qualification Number: 603/4248/1
Guidelines of how to check the recognition of OTHM:
Recognition of RQF Level 7 equivalent to a Master’s qualification in the United States:
Note: The information and images here are for reference purposes only regarding the recognition of OTHM’s RQF level 7 as equivalent to the Master’s level, and the information in the images may be related to another institution or organization, not under the ownership of the London Academy of Sciences (LAS). SIMI Swiss and SSE are not responsible for any inaccuracies arising from the information provided in the reference images.
Confirmation from the UK NARIC Examination Office regarding Level 7 Diploma:
Note: The information provided here is accurate as of the publication date, and the content may be subject to changes based on the regulations of each country without prior notice.
Apostille
Certifications & Apostilles in Switzerland:
Certifications & Apostilles is the process by which The Cantonal Chancellery certifies original public documents of the Canton of Zug (where SIMI Swiss is authorized and licensed), thus validating them for use abroad. The process solely verifies the authenticity of the diploma, confirming its origin from the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation, and ensures the genuine signature of the chancellor/dean.
Below is an example of the Certification by Notary Public and confirm from Chancellor of State:
Note: The information provided here is accurate as of the publication date, and the content may be subject to changes based on the regulations of each country without prior notice.
Development roadmap
After completing UK Level 7 Diploma, learners can learn Level 8 (Doctor) or transfer to other educational systems.
Besides the transition system as mentioned above, according to National Qualification Framework and National Diploma systems, OTHM has partnered directly with some accredited training Institute and University to facilitate learner transition, receiving a dual degree or pathway study.
Note: OTHM graduator meets the requirement to enter universities where OTHM has direct cooperation. However, the university's profile is considered individually and may add several input conditions depending on each school and each specific case.
List of universities that can earn a Dual Master Degree with OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership:
- Master (Top-up) at the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation, Zug Switzerland majoring in education management.
- Doctoral Programs at the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation, Zug Switzerland related majors.
- MA in Education Management and Leadership (top-up) awarded by University of Chichester delivered through London Graduate School
- MA Professional Studies (top-up) at University of Portsmouth (Learning at Work)
- MSc Professional Studies (top-up) final stage at University of Portsmouth (Learning at Work)
- Enter PhD programs in the UK and around the world with relevant degree.
FAQ
What superior distinctions does Level UK have?
Level UK is a practical and modern training program developed by the UK government since 2016, amidst economic fluctuations, global migration, and a surge in demand for overseas work by professionals. Among numerous training programs, Level UK is the optimal choice for learners who aspire to:
- Cost savings: The cost of Level UK is only 20% of that for undergraduate and postgraduate education in the United Kingdom.
- National recognition: As part of the UK national qualification framework, qualifications within the Level UK system are acknowledged by the UK government and the majority of countries and territories, including the United States and Canada.
- Unlimited transition: In the dynamic work environment, the ability to transition, adapt to new specialties, and swiftly adjust to new work environments is particularly crucial. Level UK enables students to obtain a second qualification in majors from UK public universities and worldwide in just 6 to 9 months with the completion of a thesis.
- Super Savings Study Abroad: For those who desire full-time studies at public universities in the UK and other countries but have budget constraints, Level UK is the most cost-effective path. For instance, after completing the Level 7 Diploma, students can pursue full-time studies for a Master's qualification at public universities in the UK and only need to pay fees for the thesis stage.
- Quick Graduation for Employment: The Level UK program is not protracted, and it excludes research-oriented subjects found in traditional programs. Students can graduate promptly upon completing the coursework.
- Equivalent Recognition with no Discrimination against Traditional University Education in the UK and Worldwide: The Level UK system, developed by the UK government, exhibits correlation, equivalence, and seamless transferability with traditional education systems without limitations.
- Online Learning without Impacting Employment: The Level UK program is 100% implemented through a fully online or Hybrid model (combining Live Class instruction - live televised classes with local academic support systems). The learning models optimize the learning process for working individuals.
Is my Level 7 Diploma equivalent to a Master's qualification?
Based on the UK national qualifications framework and the compatibility between the Level framework (RQF Framework) and the traditional university education system (FHEQ Framework), the Level 7 Diploma of the Level UK system is equivalent to the level of a Master's qualification in the UK according to the UK higher education framework.
According to the direction of the UK government, the Level 7 Diploma is implemented entirely in the direction of practical competencies, so there is no research phase. With the practical and applied orientation mentioned above, the Level 7 Diploma of Level UK will encompass all subjects of a Master's program but will not include research subjects and/or credits, resulting in fewer credits compared to a Master's qualification in the UK.
Reference (information below is sourced from relevant entities authorized by the UK government, and it is not the property of Level UK):
- Reference portal linking various Levels in the UK national education system: HERE
- Comparison table between UK education levels and European education levels: HERE
Confirmation from ENIC NARIC regarding the equivalence of the RQF Level 7 Diploma to a Master's qualification in the UK:
Note: The information and images here are for reference purposes only regarding the recognition of OTHM’s RQF level 7 as equivalent to the Master’s level, and the information in the images may be related to another institution or organization, not under the ownership of the London Academy of Sciences (LAS). SIMI Swiss and SSE are not responsible for any inaccuracies arising from the information provided in the reference images.
Confirmation from the UK NARIC Examination Office regarding Level 7 Diploma:
Note: The information provided here is accurate as of the publication date, and the content may be subject to changes based on the regulations of each country without prior notice.
How is my Level 7 Diploma recognized globally?
OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership program is accredited by the UK’s government with the Qualification Number: 603/2181/7
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership is recognized at Level 7 of the UK National Qualifications Framework and Level 7 of the European Qualifications Framework:
Based on the systems comparing the equivalency between the National Qualifications Framework and regional frameworks:
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership is recognized as Master Level across Europe according to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF):
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership is recognized as Master Level across Australia according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF):
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership is recognized as Master Level across African according to the African Qualifications Framework (ACQF):
Source: African Continental Qualifications Framework ACQF MAPPING STUDY
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership is recognized as Master Level in the ASEAN region according to the common ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework. Check HERE
OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership in the United States and Canada:
Being a qualification within the framework of the UK National Qualifications Framework, recognized by Ofqual, OTHM’s diploma is not only acknowledged in the UK, Europe, and countries that adhere to the National Qualification Framework but also in countries with education systems that haven’t strictly implemented the National Qualification Framework, such as the United States and Canada.
The following instructions are for verifying the recognition of OTHM by WES (World Education Services) in the United States and Canada for immigration and educational purposes. Please note that the information is accurate at the time of publication and may be subject to changes by WES and the regulations of individual governments.
WES (World Education Services) is a non-profit organization that provides credential evaluation services for international students seeking to study and work in the United States and Canada. The information below is provided solely to demonstrate that OTHM is verified by WES at the time of the information’s release and is not intended for any other purposes, including promotion, support, commitment to immigration, or relocation. SIMI Swiss and its partners do not commit to, charge for, or provide consultation on this service.
After registering an account with WES (free of charge), individuals seeking recognition will see the following tables in sequence.
Important Notes: The concept of RECOGNITION as described is determined by the correlation between equivalent reference frameworks among countries and regions. However, each country retains the right to decide whether to recognize a diploma, a program, or a graduate candidate based on its specific regulations, which may change over time and may have differing perspectives between education systems. Therefore, the information provided is for reference only, and we do not commit or promise that your diploma will be automatically recognized in any country.
How does the training process take place?
Students will directly study with SIMI Swiss with a 100% Swiss original program using a Hybrid model, combining Live Class sessions with foreign instructors along with a local online support system.
Is studying Live Class with SIMI Swiss effective?
Live Class is a training model that has developed dramatically when students can interact directly with instructors, while still having access to self-study materials on the Swiss LMS system. See more Detail HERE.
Who will be studying with me, and who are the instructors?
When implemented globally, Level UK exclusively collaborates with SIMI Swiss. Students pursuing the Level 7 Diploma will directly engage with SIMI Swiss and study alongside SIMI Swiss Master's students.
How is the results recognition process carried out?
Level UK is a government-recognized program, so the results recognition process involves two independent assessments: Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) and External Quality Assurance (EQA) for each course and training outcome.
IQA: After completing a course, students submit their assignments to the SIMI Swiss system, and SIMI Swiss instructors assess the results. Provisional results are then returned to the students.
EQA: At the end of the course, all results are sent to the UK for an independent evaluation. The final results will be recognized and awarded a qualification by OTHM.