Who is the Doctorate Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (with Level 7 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management) – 15 months designed for?

The Doctorate Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (with Level 7 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management) – 15 months is ideal for individuals who want to enhance their skills and knowledge in strategic management and leadership, particularly in the hospitality and tourism industry. This programme is suitable for various types of learners, including:

• Working professionals seeking career advancement
• Aspiring managers looking to develop leadership skills
• Career changers transitioning into new industries
• Entrepreneurs aiming to improve their strategic decision-making
• Senior executives seeking to refine their management expertise

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• Plan your weekly study around the published duration for the Doctorate Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (with Level 7 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management) – 15 months so completion feels realistic.
• If your background is non-traditional, ask admissions early — many applicants progress with work experience plus readiness to study.
• Skim the module list above — if two or more units excite you, the Doctorate Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (with Level 7 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management) – 15 months is usually a strong fit.

Core modules and themes from the Doctorate Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (with Level 7 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management) – 15 months:

• The Culture and Society in Tourism — This unit assists students in being able to provide a discussion on the local and international issues of tourism. The students will also be able to understand the effectivity of tourism and travel in the context of society and personal views. It also provides a deeper understanding of the role and functions of tourism. The unit covers information on the contemporary tourism management and development. The student is able to review how the roles of tourism represent public culture, the public heritage and the public nature of places which has possibly changed under the new climates of postmodern, post-industrial and postcolonial concepts.
• Tourism Policy in International Context and Development — This unit assists the students to show critical understanding of principles of tourism policy and how it connects with the issues of development. Students will identify and analyse the theories and concepts with regards to public policy, tourism management and international development and apply it in the context of tourism. The unit also supports the students to apply development indicators and to create plans for tourism projects in order to address development problems.
• Strategic Planning Facets in Hospitality and Tourism — This unit provides the learners to gain knowledge about strategic business planning in the hospitality and tourism sector. The learners will be able to develop strategic business plans and apply them to organisations selected. Students will gain knowledge in identifying and critically evaluating theories of business strategy. The unit also assists students in developing skills to analyse strategic fit to develop business strategies. Learners will also gain understanding in the concept of business ethics.
• Marketing Approaches in Hospitality and Tourism — This unit aims to consider the competitive business environment which has seen an alteration from traditional marketing to more diverse approaches. The unit explores the candidates’ knowledge in understanding the current market, importance of marketing to the industry, knowledge in developing marketing, branding and public relations strategies that advances the rivalry position to the organisation.
• Leadership Qualities and Practice — The unit explores the links between leadership and management at the strategic level. Different leadership styles and underlying principles and concepts will be considered. The unit will explore how team performance can be evaluated and optimised to realize strategic business and operational objectives. The unit covers the links between strategic management and leadership, key leadership principles, theory and organisational strategy.
• Personal Leadership Development as a Strategic Manager — This unit is about strategic leadership skills required by directors and senior managers to successfully lead international organisational strategic activity working with partners, buyers, suppliers, customers and competitors.
• Strategy Development in Cross Border and Global Organisations — This unit addresses strategy development for cross border or global organisations that face challenges that include political, religious, cultural and social divides and the administrations of organisations operating within particular countries or boundaries.
• Strategic Planning for Cross Border and Global Organisations — The unit examines the range of influences and impacts on cross border or global organisations and how that contributes to successful strategy formulation and the management of risk.
• Strategic Direction in Cross Border and Global Organisations — This unit will allow senior strategic managers to explore the influences and impacts upon cross border and global policy and strategy. It will support improvements in setting direction, the approach to and in forecasting success of cross border or global policy and strategy.
• Strategic Communication — The unit aims to develop the ability to critically assess and appreciate the impact of media for international organisations. It considers stakeholders, political and pressure groups as well as the part played by media owners.

Check you are a strong match before you apply:

• This Level 7 + Level 8 Diploma qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression, while maintaining rigorous academic and professional standards. The programme is intended for senior professionals, managers, and aspiring leaders. Applicants will be expected to meet one or more of the following criteria:
• Learners who possess a Level 6 qualification or an equivalent professional qualification, such as a Bachelor’s degree, Graduate Diploma, or advanced vocational qualification; and/or OR
• Learners who possess a Level 7 qualification or an equivalent postgraduate qualification, such as a Postgraduate Diploma or Master’s degree; OR
• Learners with substantial managerial or professional work experience, who can demonstrate strategic leadership potential, ambition, and clear career objectives; In certain circumstances, learners with extensive professional experience but no formal qualifications may be considered, subject to interview and their ability to demonstrate that they can cope with the academic and strategic demands of the programme. The qualification is offered in English.

1. Apply online — open enrolment for the Doctorate Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (with Level 7 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management) – 15 months and complete your details.
2. Pay the £25 application fee — reserves your application and unlocks the next steps.
3. Upload documents and start — once accepted, access the learner portal and begin your modules.

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