OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Environmental & Sustainability Management
QUALIFICATION OBJECTIVES
The bjective of the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Environmental and Sustainability Management is designed to enhance students’ comprehension of modern sustainability issues, environmental management, and the integration of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) in both policy, theory, and practical application.
Students are given the chance to grasp the latest developments in the business environment and interact with the obstacles encountered by professionals and policymakers within their own nation. It offers insights that support the capacity to function successfully as a manager or consultant within this field.
Progression
Finishing the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Environmental and Sustainability Management allows students to move forward in their careers or to pursue additional education. Since this qualification is recognized and controlled by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), students can apply to Master’s programs at various UK and international universities with prior approval. To learn more, please check out the University Progressions section on the OTHM website.
Session Progressing Date
15 & 25 Feb 2024
QUALIFICATION Standards
The OTHM Qualifications are recognized and overseen by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). Check out the Register of Regulated Qualifications.
OTHM offers a pathway for advancement with various UK universities that recognizes the competencies of students who have completed Level 3-7 qualifications, allowing them to be considered for higher-level courses such as degree years, top-up and Master’s/top-up programs.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
These credentials are tailored for students who are generally aged 21 and older.
The profile for students applying is expected to include at least one of the following elements:
- A pertinent Level 6 qualification. Typically, this is an Honours degree (or an equivalent qualification from an accredited institution).
- Proof of relevant professional background. Applicants should possess a minimum of three years of professional experience in their area of interest (students are advised to verify the required experience with the program’s delivery center before enrolling)
English language skills: For students not hailing from countries where English is the predominant language, they are required to submit proof of their English language proficiency. For further details, please refer to the English Language Expectations page on the OTHM website.
Mandatory Units
- Fundamental of Sustainability
(20 credits) - Environment Science and Energy Transition
(20 credits) - Sustainability as a Business strategy (20 credits)
- Environment Management in Organization
(20 credits)
Consultancy
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Environmental and Sustainability Management course requires 4 compulsory units and 5 elective units (with students completing a total of 6 units), earning 120 credits. The total time required to complete this qualification is 1200 hours. The suggested Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for this course is a minimum of 600 hours.
EQUIVALENCES
The OTHM Level 7 diplomas, which are part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), are equivalent in difficulty to master’s degrees. Nonetheless, these diplomas are condensed, requiring only 120 credits. To complete a full master’s degree, students must advance to the dissertation stage, which also demands 60 credits.