How it works
You can take the Level 7 Project Management course fully online. It’s designed to build the practical skills you need if you want to work in or move up within the Project Management field.
The great part is that you don’t need to wait for a set start date. You can begin whenever suits you, and the pace is flexible. Each module includes around 40 hours of guided online study. Then there are an extra 30 to 50 hours of optional resources, such as suggested practice tasks, readings, online materials, and self-test activities.
To finish, you’ll submit 6 Level 7 assignments online. Each one is usually about 2,000 to 3,000 words. When you pass, you’ll receive an OTHM Level 7 diploma, and you can then top up to an MBA at a range of UK universities.
After completion, graduates can apply for the Chartered Manager status, which is a highly recognised achievement for professional managers and leaders. Online Business School will back you through the process with full referencing support and a £100 contribution toward the application fees.
Throughout the course, you’ll have access to 1-2-1 tutor support and webinars, plus social learning forums and extra materials. Everything is there to help you complete the diploma without feeling like you’re doing it alone. You can also check the academic credentials and partner associations we align with to make sure you get a solid learning experience.
Course Modules
Level 7 module listing
Planning, Controlling and Leading a Project Learn how to plan effectively, track progress, and lead projects through to successful results.
Procurement, Risk and Contract Management Learn how to manage procurement activities, spot and assess risks, and deal with contracts properly.
Advanced Project and Logistics Management Explore stronger approaches for handling complex projects and keeping logistics running smoothly.
Operations and Information Management for Project Managers Understand how day-to-day operations and information systems support planning and delivery.
Advanced Research Methods Build advanced research skills, including how to design, carry out, and interpret research relevant to projects and business settings.
The assignment unit titles for the level 7 course are:
Planning, Controlling and Leading a Project
Procurement, Risk and Contract Management
Advanced Project and Logistics Management
Operations and Information Management for Project Managers
Advanced Research Methods
More information about the level 7 units can be found here: https://www.othm.org.uk/doc/specification/OTHM_L7_Dip_PM_spec_2020_03.pdf
Am I eligible for this programme?
To join the Level 7 programme, you need to be 21 or over and have at least 3 years of management experience.
You’ll normally be expected to already hold a Level 6 qualification, or a first degree. If you don’t have formal qualifications but you’ve built up strong experience in a management role, your application may still be considered in certain cases.
For more information, speak with a member of our team at: 0333 772 1158
Progression
Once you finish this course, you can move on to an MBA programme with a selection of UK universities. The MBA top up can be done online or through on-campus study. In most cases, the top-up component provides the final 60 credits, made up of either a dissertation on its own, or a dissertation along with one additional module.
After you successfully complete the Level 7 diploma in Project Management and the final year of an accredited postgraduate programme, you should be in a strong position for further career opportunities. You’ll also develop the knowledge and confidence to lead complex projects, which can make a real difference across many industries.
In terms of job opportunities, you’ll be well suited to project manager roles. You’ll learn how to assess risks, use resources wisely, and communicate clearly with stakeholders. The diploma also supports long-term development, helping you work towards more senior executive or strategic positions within project management. Overall, this qualification is a solid stepping stone to a rewarding career in the field.
University Options
After completing this course, you’ll have the chance to complete an MBA programme through a range of UK universities. The MBA top up can be studied online or on campus. Usually, the top up covers the final 60 credits, and it’s either a dissertation route or a dissertation plus one additional module.
You can top up either on campus or through distance learning.
You’re able to apply to any university that offers the MBA top up. The universities below run top-up programmes both via distance and on-campus learning:
University of Gloucestershire
(Top Up) to MBA Business Administration -£3400 *exclusively to OBS*
University of Wolverhampton
MBA (Top Up) – £3,800
University of Central Lancashire
MBA (Top Up) – £3,800
University of Sunderland – On Campus
MBA (Top-Up) – £5,145
Anglia Ruskin University
Master of Business Administration MBA (Top-Up)
MSc Project Management
Buckinghamshire New University
International Master of Business Administration (MBA Top-Up)
Northampton University
Top up to MBA MA in Human Resource Management (Top-Up) MSc in Accounting and finance (Top-Up) Executive Master of Business Administration (Top-Up MBA)
University of Chichester
Executive Full-Time MBA
