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Level 7
Course Overview
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Business and Organisational Psychology is designed to deepen your understanding of human behaviour and cognitive processes such as perception, executive functions, language, and attention. The course combines advanced psychological theory with practical applications, preparing learners for academic and professional success.
How It Works
This fully online course can be started at any time and completed at a flexible pace, with up to 5 years to finish. Each module includes 40 hours of guided learning, plus an additional 30–50 hours of optional study materials, including exercises, readings, and self-tests.
Students complete six written assignments, each approximately 2,000–3,000 words, with tutor support available throughout the course. Upon completion, learners receive the Level 7 Diploma in Business and Organisational Psychology, which provides 120 credits toward an MBA qualification.
Course Modules
Cognitive Processes in Business Psychology – Explore perception, memory, attention, and executive functions in organisational contexts.
Organisational Behaviour – Understand individual and group behaviour within workplace settings.
Applied Business Psychology – Learn to apply psychological principles to solve real-world business challenges.
Leadership and Human Motivation – Study motivation theories and leadership psychology to enhance performance.
Research Methods and Analysis – Develop advanced skills in psychological research, data collection, and analysis.
Decision Making and Problem Solving – Explore how cognitive processes influence decision-making in business.
Progression Routes
Graduates of this Level 7 diploma can progress to an MBA top-up at a range of UK universities, either online or on campus, completing the final 60 credits through a dissertation or dissertation plus one module.
Learners are also prepared for senior roles such as:
Organisational Psychologist
Human Resources Manager
Learning and Development Manager
Business Consultant
Executive Coach
This qualification equips learners with advanced knowledge and skills to influence organisational behaviour and strategy effectively.
How It Works
How It Works
Students on our Level 7 Business and Organisational Psychology course can complete a diploma designed as a pathway to a master’s degree in Psychology, equipping them with the skills needed to succeed in the field.
The course is fully online and flexible, allowing you to start at any time. Each module includes 40 hours of guided learning plus 30–50 hours of optional exercises, readings, and self-test tasks.
To complete the diploma, students submit 6 written assignments (2,000–3,000 words each). Upon completion, learners receive 120 credits toward an MA in Psychology.
Throughout the course, students have access to 1-2-1 tutor support, webinars, and social learning forums, ensuring full support and a high-quality learning experience.
Course Modules
Course Modules
Level 7 Diploma in Business and Organisational Psychology – 120 credits
Health, Work and Stress (20 credits)
Explore the impact of stress and wellbeing on employee health and workplace performance.Motivation, Job Design, and Extrinsic Rewards (20 credits)
Learn how job roles, motivation, and reward systems influence employee productivity.Organisational Development and Change (20 credits)
Understand strategies for managing organisational growth, transformation, and adaptation.Leadership and Management Style (20 credits)
Study different leadership and management approaches and their effect on teams.Team Building (20 credits)
Discover methods for creating, developing, and maintaining effective workplace teams.Research Design in Business Psychology (20 credits)
Develop skills to design and conduct research focused on workplace psychology and behaviour.
Assessments:
The course includes 6 written assignments, approximately 2,000–3,000 words each.
Students receive support for modules and assignments via the ‘Tutor’ section of the learning platform.
Assignment Unit Titles:
Health, Work and Stress
Motivation, Job Design, and Extrinsic Rewards
Organisational Development and Change
Leadership and Management Style
Team Building
Research Design in Business Psychology
More information about the units can be found here.
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
Career Progression
Completing the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Business and Organisational Psychology and the final year of an accredited MBA provides a strong foundation for a professional career in business and organisational psychology. The course combines theory and practical application to enhance workplace performance, wellbeing, and leadership.
Graduates can pursue roles such as:
Human Resources Manager
Occupational Psychologist
Learning and Development Specialist
Organisational Development Consultant
Leadership Coach
Business Research Analyst
This qualification equips learners with the skills to advance in a variety of sectors, from corporate organisations to consultancy and academic research.
Diploma
Sample Certificate – OTHM Level 7 Diploma
