Human Resource Management
Level 7
Course Overview
Start date: Anytime
Location: Online
Study pace: Flexible — up to 5 years to complete
Qualification: Level 7 Diploma (120 credits)
Assessment: Online written assignments
Includes: 1-2-1 tutor support, all course materials and more
Ofqual Link: OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management – 603/5897/X
Accredited by OTHM, this Level 7 Human Resource Management diploma serves as an MBA advanced-entry qualification, providing 120 out of the 180 credits required for a full MBA. The course focuses on strategic HR leadership, organisational development, performance management, employee relations, and research-based decision making. With expert tutor support and flexible online study, this qualification equips you with the advanced skills required for senior HR roles in modern organisations.
How the Human Resource Management Course Works
Students on our online HR Management course complete the Level 7 OTHM Diploma (120 credits), designed to develop advanced knowledge and strategic HR capabilities.
The course is fully online and can be started at any time. Each module includes 40 guided learning hours plus 30–50 hours of optional readings, exercises, and digital resources.
To complete this diploma, you will submit 6 written assignments (approximately 2,000–3,000 words each). After successful completion, you will be awarded an OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management, enabling you to progress onto an MBA top-up at a wide range of UK universities.
Throughout your studies, you will have access to 1-2-1 tutor support, webinars, forums, and a full library of learning materials.
Course Modules
Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management — Modules (Each 20 credits)
Strategic Human Resource Management
Explore long-term HR planning aligned with organisational goals.Engagement of Employees and Organisational Learning
Understand how to foster engagement, motivation, and continuous development.Leadership Development and Performance Management
Examine approaches for developing leaders and managing employee performance.Global Resourcing, Talent, and Reward Management
Learn how to attract, retain, and reward talent in international contexts.Managing Employment Relations and Employment Law
Study contemporary employment law and its impact on workplace relations.Research Methods
Develop skills needed for academic and professional research, preparing you for an MBA dissertation.
Assessments:
This diploma is assessed through 6 written assignments, one for each module (approx. 2,000–3,000 words).
Career Progression
This Level 7 qualification prepares graduates for senior HR leadership roles and advanced postgraduate study. Upon completion, learners can progress to an MBA top-up (final 60 credits) delivered by UK universities.
Career paths include:
HR Director
Head of People & Culture
Talent Acquisition Director
Organisational Development Manager
Senior HR Business Partner
Employee Relations Manager
The Level 7 Diploma provides the strategic expertise required to lead HR functions, influence organisational policy, and operate at executive level.
How It Works
How the Human Resource Management Course Works
Students enrolled in our Human Resource Management programme will complete the Level 7 OTHM Diploma, designed to develop advanced HR knowledge and strategic leadership skills.
The course is delivered fully online, and you can start anytime. Learning is completely flexible. Each module includes 40 hours of guided study, plus an additional 30–50 hours of optional resources, such as readings, exercises, digital materials, and self-assessment activities.
To successfully complete the qualification, you’ll submit six written assignments at Level 7, each approximately 2,000–3,000 words. After passing all assignments, you’ll receive the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management, which provides advanced entry to an MBA top-up at numerous UK universities.
Throughout your studies, you’ll benefit from 1-to-1 tutor support, webinars, social learning forums, and a full range of academic resources to help you progress smoothly and confidently through the course.
Course Modules
Level 7 module listing
- Strategic Human Resource Management (20 credits)
Examine long-term HR strategies that align people management with organisational goals. - Engagement of Employees and Organisational Learning (20 credits)
Learn how to foster employee engagement and create a culture of continuous learning. - Leadership Development and Performance Management (20 credits)
Explore techniques for developing leaders and managing employee performance effectively. - Global Resourcing, Talent and Reward Management (20 credits)
Understand how organisations attract, retain, and reward talent in a global workforce. - Managing Employment Relations and Employment Law (20 credits)
Study employment rights, workplace relations, and the legal framework that shapes HR practices. - Business Research Methods (20 credits)
Develop skills to design, conduct, and analyse business research using academic and practical approaches.
The assignment unit titles for the Level 7 course are:
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Engagement of Employees and Organisational Learning
- Leadership Development and Performance Management
- Global Resourcing, Talent and Reward Management
- Managing Employment Relations and Employment Law
- Business Research Methods
More information about the Level 7 units can be found here: https://othm.org.uk/qualification/othm-level-7-diploma-in-human-resource-management
Entry Requirements
Am I eligible for this programme?
To enrol on this Level 7 programme, you must be 21+ years old.
Learners will be expected to hold a level 6 qualification or a first degree. In certain circumstances, managers with considerable experience but no formal qualifications may be considered.
To find out more, talk to one of our helpful team members at:+40 743 543 039.
Cost & Payments
Cost and payments
Level 7: £3,500
Students can make payment using one of the following methods:
- Credit or debit card
- Bank transfer
- PayPal
Career Progression
Progression Routes
After completing the Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management, learners can progress to an MBA or MSc top-up at a wide range of UK universities. The top-up typically consists of the final 60 credits, completed through a dissertation or a dissertation plus one module. You may choose to study online or on campus.
Example top-up options include:
University of Portsmouth – MSc Human Resource Management Top-up: £4,200 (UK) / £5,970 (International)
University of Northampton – MA Human Resource Management Top-up: £2,485
Leeds Beckett University – MSc Human Resource Management Top-up: £3,600
University of Wolverhampton – MA Strategic People Management & HR Top-up: £3,497
Once the top-up is completed, learners receive a full master’s degree. Graduates can also move directly into senior HR roles.
Career pathways include:
Human Resources Manager
Employee Relations Manager
Benefits Manager / Analyst
HR Information Systems Manager
Labour Relations Manager
