OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management

Qualification overview

This OTHM Level 7 Diploma develops strategic knowledge and professional judgement for human resource leaders and managers. It covers employment relations, employee engagement, organisational learning and the design of effective people-management strategies.

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Who is this qualification for?

Human resource managers, senior HR officers, people and culture leaders, consultants and professionals preparing for strategic HR responsibilities.

Qualification structure

All units below are mandatory for successful completion.

1. 01Strategic Human Resource Management (20 credits)
2. 02Engagement of Employees and Organisational Learning (20 credits)
3. 03Leadership Development and Performance Management (20 credits)
4. 04Global Resourcing, Talent and Reward Management (20 credits)
5. 05Managing Employment Relations and Employment Law (20 credits)
6. 06Business Research Methods (20 credits)

What you will learn

• Evaluate strategic HR functions and workforce planning.
• Understand employee engagement and learning in organisations.
• Develop leadership capability and effective performance management.
• Assess talent acquisition, global resourcing and reward approaches.
• Review employment relations and employment-law considerations.
• Apply business research methods to practical people-management problems.

Entry requirements

OTHM’s May 2025 specification requires an honours degree in a relevant subject, UK Level 6 Diploma or equivalent overseas award, or relevant management experience through its mature-learner route. Learners must be 21 or older.

Applicants whose first language is not English may need to show evidence of English-language competency. HSC must check prior qualifications, experience, English proficiency and current approval before registration.

Assessment and certification

The approved centre assesses this OTHM qualification and checks its quality internally. OTHM then verifies it externally. Learners must meet the assessment criteria and learning outcomes through suitable coursework, assignments or other evidence specified in OTHM's qualification requirements.

However, enrolment does not automatically lead to a certificate. Learners must successfully complete the assessments and quality assurance process.

Career development and progression

The qualification can support professional development in HR management and may provide opportunities to apply for relevant master's or MBA top-up courses, subject to institution-specific entry rules.

Entry requirements and application screening

Select this advanced HR qualification with reference to OTHM's published entry requirements. Applicants may have a relevant degree, equivalent qualification or professional background, but the centre must determine eligibility and English-language readiness for Level 7 written work.

Prepare proof of identity, previous qualification certificates and a short record of relevant work or study. Ask HSC to confirm the precise eligibility, registration and English-language rules from the linked official specification before paying any fee.

Study arrangements, tutor support and workload

The learning plan may combine tutor guidance, directed reading, case studies and independent assignments. Ask whether the proposed intake supports working professionals, how tutors will provide feedback and what assessment timetable applies. Before choosing flexible study, confirm that the centre offers it.

Guided learning and total qualification time are different measures. Independent reading, coursework and research can take substantial additional time. HSC can confirm course-specific tutor support, its learning management system where included, and whether a classroom, live online or blended study arrangement is approved for your chosen intake.

Assessment, evidence and quality assurance

Coursework can address strategic people management, organisational performance, employment relationships, workforce development and HR decision-making. Strong evidence explains how policies affect people and organisations, evaluates options and uses credible sources rather than presenting unsupported claims.

Assignments must meet the relevant published learning outcomes and assessment criteria. Learners should use their own work, provide suitable citations, respond to assessor feedback and follow approved resubmission procedures. Successful certification depends on assessment and OTHM external quality assurance, not simply attendance or fee payment.

Qualification pathway comparison

The Level 7 HR Management Diploma targets strategic people and employment responsibilities. OTHM Level 7 Risk Management is better aligned with enterprise risk and resilience. OTHM Level 7 Occupational Health and Safety Management addresses strategic safety leadership; none is automatically a substitute for another.

Two similarly named qualifications from different awarding organisations can have different entry rules, unit structures, credits and assessment methods. Review the OTHM official website and Ofqual Register for current recognition and qualification details.

Course fees, trainer expertise and award verification

Request a written quotation in AED for OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management. It should identify tuition or learning-support fees, awarding-body registration where applicable, assessment or resubmission charges, certificate delivery, VAT, instalments and refund terms. No fixed fee or start date is assumed here. Ask for the named tutor or assessor's relevant academic, professional and teaching or assessment qualifications.

Before joining, confirm the approved centre, exact qualification title, current specification, centre approval for this award and the registration process. Keep your enrolment records. After a qualification is awarded, check an OTHM e-Certificate using its authentication code through the official OTHM certificate verification portal. Contact HSC's Al Ain team for the current approved arrangements.