CMI Level 7 Extended Diploma in Professional Consulting

Profesional Consulting

CMI Level 7 Extended Diploma in Professional Consulting

Level-7

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Getting Started

The Level 7 in Professional consulting qualification is designed for Professional Consultants who want to develop their strategic skills within consulting such as organisational structure and culture, entry and diagnosis, communicating strategies for consulting and group dynamics and facilitating skills.

Extended Diploma: This qualification is designed for individuals wishing to develop their professional consultancy abilities, and who will have the knowledge, skills and behaviours to drive consultancy activities in a senior capacity. They will have the professionalism to deliver impact, behave ethically and demonstrate a commitment to continual learning and development. The qualifications have been designed for practising or aspiring Senior Management Consultants, wishing to formalise or develop their learning and progress on to Chartered Management Consultant (ChMC).

Key Benefits

This qualification will bring you many vital benefits, such as;

Develop strategic skills with consulting, such as organisational structure and culture.
Develop group dynamics and facilitate skills.
Provides the tools and techniques for effective consulting and communicating the core strategies for consulting.
FastTrack Chartered Manager status provided you have at least three years of experience in management role.
Learners who have previously completed the Institute of Consulting (IC) Diploma in Management Consulting have the opportunity to achieve the updated qualifications via a top-up programme.
SBTL offers you CMI Level 7 Qualification in Professional Consulting to practising or aspiring Senior Management Consultants wishing to formalise or develop their learning and progress to Chartered Management Consultant (ChMC).

Key Highlights

Do you perceive yourself to be a successful Senior Professional Consultant? The CMI Level 7 Professional Consulting offered by School of Business and Technology London is the ideal starting point for your career journey.
Remember! The assessment for the qualification is done based on assignments only, and you do not need to worry about writing any exam.
With the School of Business and Technology London, you can complete the qualification at your own pace choosing online or blended learning from the comfort of your home.
Learning and pathway materials and study guides developed by our CMI-approved tutors will be available around the clock in our cutting-edge learning management system.
Most importantly, at the School of Business and Technology London, we will provide you with comprehensive tutor support through our dedicated support desk.
If you choose your course with blended learning, you will also enjoy live sessions with an assigned tutor, which you can book at your convenience.

Career Pathways

The CMI Level 7 Professional Consulting can open many career pathways including, but not limited to:

Senior Management Consultant - With an estimated salary of £ 89,974 per annum
Management Consultant - With an estimated salary of £ 85,000 per annum
Senior Professional Consultant - With an estimated salary of £ 62,441 per annum

About Awarding Body

Chartered Management Institute established over 60 years ago as the British Institute of Management back then; it has developed the UK’s very first diploma in management studies. In the years that followed CMI has consistently been at the forefront of all aspects of management and leadership. Today CMI is the only chartered professional awarding body committed to offering the highest standards in management and leadership excellence. Presently over 100,000 managers use its unique services daily. CMI qualifications aim for managers and leaders at any level, and it remains the only Awarding Body which can award Chartered Manager status – the ultimate management accolade. Employers highly value the qualifications awarded by CMI, and boost your career prospects.

What is included?

Outstanding tutor support that gives you supportive guidance all through the course accomplishment through SBTL Support Desk Portal.
Access to our cutting-edge learning management platform where you will be able to access vital learning resources and communicate with support desk team.
Quality learning materials such as structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal.
Formative assessment feedback will be provided by the tutors to improve the learners’ achievements.
Assessment materials are accessible through our online learning platform.
Supervision for all modules.
Multiplatform accessibility through online learning platform. This facilitates SBTL in providing learners with course materials directly through smartphone, laptop, tablets or desktop offering students’ opportunity to study as per their convenience.
Live Classes (for Blended Learning Students only).

Assessment

Time-constrained scenario-based assignments
No examinations

Entry Requirements

Learners must:

Be 21 years of age and over
Have considerable work experience as a consultant in any sector or similar job role
Possess the ability to complete the Level 7 Qualification

Progression

Upon successful completion of their qualification, learners may wish to further their ongoing personal and professional development by accessing other CMI qualifications, such as the CMI Level 7 Qualifications in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice.
Learners may, also, wish to progress onto the Chartered Management Consultant (ChMC) Award.

Why gain a CMI Qualification?

The opportunity to work towards Chartered Manager status, the highest accolade in the management profession and awarded only by CMI.
Employers highly value the qualifications awarded by Chartered Management Institute and over 80% of managers opine that a CMI qualification is an essential component of becoming a professional manager.
Boost employee morale and engagement. According to Engage for Success (2013) about 65% of the employees do not have trust in managers. Comparing to other developed countries the UK has 6% lower average engagement (Kennexa, 2011).
Networking at any of our events around the UK or via our online community, including regional conferences, bespoke webinars and industry speakers.
Access to our research and insight content, including Professional Manager magazine, delivered to your door and available online.
The opportunity to be a part of CMI Achieve, our online coaching and mentoring programme that matches experienced managers and leaders with those looking to develop skills and knowledge.

Learners must request before enrolment to interchange unit(s) other than the preselected units shown in the SBTL website because we need to make sure the availability of learning materials for the requested unit(s). SBTL will reject an application if the learning materials for the requested interchange unit(s) are unavailable.

Learners are not allowed to make any request to interchange unit(s) once enrolment is complete.

UNIT1- Principles of Professional Consulting

Reference No : Unit 720

Credit : 10 || TQT : 100

Professional consulting provides clients with objective, independent expertise, advice and guidance. It can act as a facilitator for individual and organizational success. To succeed in the role, professional consultants must be knowledgeable, creative, agile and resilient. They must be proactive and able to adapt their practice to respond to client requirements in the contemporary workplace. The aim of this unit is to equip professional consultants with an in-depth understanding of consulting and the complexities of the role. They will critique strategies for developing stakeholder relationships and explore theoretical perspectives, approaches, behaviours and skills which can enhance professional practice. Finally, professional consultants will have the opportunity to consider the impact of ethics, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and sustainability on their role.

UNIT2- Leadership in Professional Consulting

Reference No : Unit 721

Credit : 9 || TQT : 90

Professional consulting requires a multi-dimensional approach to leadership. Within the role, consultants need to be adept, confident and have credibility. Scenarios for consulting will typically be complex and involve building relationships with other senior leaders. Consultants may lead internal and/or external teams and work at board level. Consultants must not only have a macro view of an organization’s strategic context, they must also understand the impact of digital, technological and geo-political change. The aim of this unit is to equip professional consultants with an in-depth understanding of leadership within a consulting context and the strategies which may be used to optimize the way people are developed and led.

UNIT3- Practice of Professional Consulting

Reference No : Unit 722

Credit : 10 || TQT : 100

Professional consulting can be transformational, shaping the way organizations think and operate. Consultants may assist clients to develop strategic objectives, consider new market opportunities, explore innovative ways of working and build organizational and staff capability. For professional consultants to deliver effective client-centric consulting they must have an in-depth understanding of consulting practice. The aim of this unit is to equip professional consultants with the knowledge and understanding of the core processes for client-centric consulting. They will appraise methodologies for identifying consulting opportunities and for developing winning proposals. Professional consultants will also consider strategies for delivering consultancy tailored to client needs. They will make recommendations for building lasting client relationships and consider how future consulting opportunities can be developed.

UNIT4- Leading Innovation and Change through Professional Consulting

Reference No : Unit 723

Credit : 9 || TQT : 90

The ability to drive innovation and change is an essential skill for a professional consultant. Innovation defined simply as ‘doing something new or different’, is a powerful catalyst for change. It can revolutionise an organization’s operational activities, create dynamic new opportunities, and contribute to the achievement of strategic goals. Change occurs in many forms and professional consultants must be able to lead changes, which may be radical, incremental or evolutionary. The aim of this unit is for professional consultants to understand creative, contemporary and traditional approaches to innovation and change in a consulting role and how these may be applied. They will know how to develop a strategy to lead and manage change through professional consulting. On successful completion of this unit, professional consultants will have the knowledge and skills to create an environment which engenders creativity, agility and innovation.

UNIT5- Personal and Professional Development for Professional Consultants

Reference No : Unit 724

Credit : 7 || TQT : 70

In a globalised, high-tech, fast paced and unpredictable world, professional consultants must prioritise personal and professional development. This will enable them to keep pace with developments in strategic and operational practice and equip them to respond effectively to organizational and societal change. The aim of this unit is to enable learners to reflect on their own capabilities and behaviors to consult professionally. By reflecting on their own performance, consultants will develop a meaningful personal and professional development plan. The focus of the plan will be to identify opportunities to enhance their knowledge and capability to consult with impact.

UNIT6- Professional Consulting Expertise

Reference No : Unit 725

Credit : 7 || TQT : 70

Effective consulting has the power to drive organizational success. However, to respond creatively to client requirements, consultants must have an in-depth knowledge of the industry, sector or specialist area they consult in. The aim of this unit is for professional consultants to evidence their knowledge, capabilities and expertise in the consulting role. They will research and appraise emerging trends, structural changes, opportunities, risks and challenges that impact on the customers they support. They will articulate how their knowledge and understanding can be applied creatively to respond to complex issues, whilst adding tangible value to an organization. On completion of this unit, professional consultants will develop a client-centric consulting proposition based on their specialist area of expertise.

UNIT7- Delivering Client requirements through Professional Consulting

Reference No : Unit 726

Credit : 10 || TQT : 100

Delivering consulting, which has a tangible, positive impact on the client, requires a plethora of knowledge and skills. Consultants must be great communicators, agile, creative, and be able to solve problems and develop solutions. They must be able to respond to client needs and build relationships which are trusted and sustainable. The aim of this unit is to enable professional consultants to evidence their ability to deliver client-centric consulting. They will construct a consulting proposal and report on how the consulting engagement was delivered. Finally, professional consultants will have the opportunity to evaluate outcomes and formulate recommendations to improve the delivery and impact of their professional consulting.

Delivery Methods

School of Business & Technology London provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners, including online learning and blended learning. Thus, learners can choose the mode of study as per their choice and convenience. The program is self-paced and accomplished through our cutting-edge Learning Management System. Learners can interact with tutors by messaging through the SBTL Support Desk Portal System to discuss the course materials, get guidance and assistance and request assessment feedbacks on assignments.

We at SBTL offer outstanding support and infrastructure for both online and blended learning. We indeed pursue an innovative learning approach where traditional regular classroom-based learning is replaced by web-based learning and incredibly high support level. Learners enrolled at SBTL are allocated a dedicated tutor, whether online or blended learning, who provide learners with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish.

The significant difference between blended learning and online learning methods at SBTL is the Block Delivery of Online Live Sessions. Learners enrolled at SBTL on blended learning are offered a block delivery of online live sessions, which can be booked in advance on their convenience at additional cost. These live sessions are relevant to the learners' program of study and aim to enhance the student's comprehension of research, methodology and other essential study skills. We try to make these live sessions as communicating as possible by providing interactive activities and presentations.

Resources and Support

School of Business & Technology London is dedicated to offering excellent support on every step of your learning journey. School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal. Our support team liaises with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receives a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and streamline all the support processes efficiently.

Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of the School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal.

Management Direct

As part of the program, you will get access to CMI Management Direct, which provides a rich foundation of management and resource for students. The Management Direct is packed with content, including:

E-Books
Articles
Leader videos
Idea for leaders
Models and so much more...

How does the Online Learning work at SBTL?

We at SBTL follow a unique approach which differentiates us from other institutions. Indeed, we have taken distance education to a new phase where the support level is incredibly high.Now a days, convenience, flexibility and user-friendliness outweigh demands. Today, the transition from traditional classroom-based learning to online platforms is a significant result of these specifications. In this context, a crucial role played by online learning by leveraging the opportunities for convenience and easier access. It benefits the people who want to enhance their career, life and education in parallel streams. SBTL’s simplified online learning facilitates an individual to progress towards the accomplishment of higher career growth without stress and dilemmas.

How will you study online?

With the School of Business & Technology London, you can study wherever you are. You finish your program with the utmost flexibility. You will be provided with comprehensive tutor support online through SBTL Support Desk portal.

How will I get tutor support online?

School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal, through which our support team liaise with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receive a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and to streamline all the support process efficiently. Learners should expect to receive a response on queries like guidance and assistance within 1 - 2 working days. However, if the support request is for assessment feedback, learners will receive the reply with feedback as per the time frame outlined in the Assessment Feedback Policy.

What is the difference between online learning and blended learning at SBTL?

We at SBTL offer outstanding support and infrastructure for both online and blended learning. We indeed pursue a smart learning approach where the traditional regular classroom-based learning is replaced by web-based learning and the support level is incredibly high. Learners enrolled at SBTL are allocated a dedicated tutor whether it is online or blended learning, who provide learners with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish of the course.

The significant difference between blended and online learning at SBTL is the Block Delivery of Online Live Sessions. Learners enrolled at SBTL on blended learning are offered a block delivery of online live sessions which can be booked in advance on their convenience most of the time. In addition to the Online Live Sessions, students will also receive all the standard benefits offered to Online Learning students.

How does the blended learning work at SBTL?

SBTL strategically and conveniently employ Blended Learning, where web-based learning using hybrid-teaching technology coupled with a block delivery of live workshops (classes) replaces the traditional regular classroom-based learning. The live sessions are provided online using Apps like GoToMeeting, Zoom or Skype. In addition to the live sessions, blended learning students will receive comprehensive tutor support through our support desk portal like online learning students.

This mode of study is treated as a Full-time study, not as Online learning. School of Business & Technology London understands that choosing the right education institution is as important as the qualifications you gain. Thus, SBTL always takes a genuine interest in the needs of our students and believe that we can drive positive change for their future.

Does TQT and GLH denotes the same?

Total Qualification Time (TQT) denotes the minimum timeframe a learner takes or requires to complete their qualification.It comprises of the GL (Hours) plus all other time taken in preparation,study or research or any other form of participation in education or training, however no direct supervision of a lecturer or tutor is required. TQT is a terminology mostly used within the qualifications regulated by Ofqual as part of the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF). When calculating TQT, Awarding bodies take into account similar qualifications to ensure that both the quality and the requirement is met. We also consider the views and expectations of the learners of our qualifications during the development process leading to the attainment of qualification. Our learners will see TQT expressed in two ways within the qualification specifications.

Guided Learning hours are designed in a way that the learner need to complete the activities/ presentations under the instruction, guidance or supervision of a lecturer, tutor or supervisor either by physical presence or electronic means such as prepared lecture slides or learning material. Where a qualification follows a unitised structure, each unit will be allocated a GL(hours) value but where a qualification does not follow a unitised structure, GL (hours) will be allocated to the qualification as a whole. We at School of Business & Technology London provide well precise and detailed learning materials, prepared by qualified and approved tutors in line with the specifications detailed by the awarding body. Besides, learners are given constructive formative feedback for each unit emphasising for learning and development.

Do i have access to books and journals?

We at SBTL offer comprehensive learning materials to the learners made by qualified and approved tutors. In order to accomplish the qualification, learners are needed to undertake further research and readings to achieve the learning outcomes. Thus for further research and readings learners may need to access a number of books and/or journals ,articles from external sources such as libraries or online libraries when and where required. . If you are studying a CMI qualification, you will be provided with access to CMI Management Direct portal where you will have access to several eBooks, Journals and videos etc.

Is the fee structure for online learning and blended learning same?

The course fee for online learning and blended learning are different. The fee details provided in the ‘fees and funding section’ of each course is meant for online learning only. If you want to know the fee details for a blended learning program, please speak to our admission team or email at admission@sbusinesslondon.ac.uk.

What comprehensive supports do I get with Blended Learning?

SBTL continuously innovates and provides high-quality education to transform the skills, knowledge and understanding of our students to enhance their employability and enable them to compete successfully in the dynamic and ever-changing business world. Blended Learning students at SBTL will receive the following benefits.

Allocated Supervisor/tutor
Comprehensive Tutor Support through tutor support desk portal.
Live Workshops (Classes)
Virtual Learning Environment Platform
Assessment Resources
Assessment Guidelines
Comprehensive Module Guidelines
Evaluation Samples

How many hours live sessions will I receive with blended learning option?

The number of hours of live sessions offered for blended learning students varies according to the course level they enrolled. Please see the illustrative examples below.

Award Level - 3 Hours
Certificate Level- 6 Hours
Diploma Level- 8 Hours
Extended Diploma – 10 Hours

What makes you different from other providers?

At School of Business & Technology London, we deploy a cutting-edge learning management system where the learners are enabled to pursue accredited online education with a simplified process. We focus on conferring utmost flexibility on you for schedules and accessibility and learner decide when and how to study. We offer advanced and proficient course portfolio, which meets the current global professional needs. Learners can accomplish their qualification at their own pace, and they don't need to put their life on hold to get qualified.

What does the allocated tutor provide to me ?

Provide you with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish of your course through the support desk portal.
Offer constructive formative feedback on your assignments, which you can then revise.
Offer guidance on the proposed structure.
Discuss the progress of your works with you during the course.
Advise you about matters of presentation, such as the title page, contents page, pagination, footnoting and Harvard Referencing.

Do you provide learning materials?

Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal.

Do I have to purchase any book?

We at SBTL offer comprehensive learning materials to the learners made by the industry experts. However, some courses may require textbooks to be bought by the student though it is not essential. If you are studying a CMI qualification, you will be provided with access to CMI Management Direct portal where you will have access to several eBooks, Journals and videos etc.

How are the assessments conducted?

Assessments are conducted through assignments and exams. Most of the courses offered at SBTL do to come with exams but only assignments. To find out whether your course requires exams, please visit the relevant course details page on our website and check the assessment section.

Can I interchange units?

Being an approved centre, School of Business & Technology London reserve the right to preselect units to deliver each qualification. For every course, SBTL has preselected units (modules) as per the criteria among the various units listed in the course specification provided by the awarding body. The preselected units are shown in the details page of every course on our website.

Learners are not allowed to make any request to interchange unit(s) once enrolment is complete.

What are the payment methods?

The fee can be paid in either of the following methods:

Debit / Credit Card
PayPal
Bank Transfer

Does my course have a deadline?

As it is a purely online program you have the flexibility to complete the learning at your ease. However, there is a course expiry date for each awarding body. Learner(s) is required to complete their course within the duration specified for each course. If the learner(s) would require additional time, they should inform the admissions manager during the enrollment process. The course duration for all the (a) award programs are 6 months, (b) certificate programs are 10 months, (c) diploma programs are 12 months and (d) extended diploma programs are 18 months. The course duration for the degree top-up programs are subject to the relevant university where the learner(s) is enrolled. This course duration is applicable for all the programs delivered by SBTL, irrespective of the awarding bodies. Suppose, for any reason, you exceed the maximum course duration, and additional time was not agreed upon during enrolment. In that case, you must request a course extension in writing within 14 days of the course expiry date. If your request is approved, a course extension fee is applicable. The applicable course extension fee is £150.00 plus VAT, which acts towards the administration charges for the course extension. You may also need to pay any awarding body re-registration fee if applicable, which will be subject to the policy of the respective awarding body .

What is the URL for the payment page?

https://www.sbusinesslondon.ac.uk/pay-here

Do I have to pay full payment in advance?

The fee can be paid in two ways; either it can be made with a single payment or monthly instalments as specified in the course details page. Students who make a single amount will get an extra discount.

Can I have a customised payment plan?

Both monthly and single payment details for online learning are given on our site. However, if you want to have a customised payment plan, please speak to our admission team or email at admission@sbusinesslondon.ac.uk

What are the significant steps that I need to follow once I decide to join with you?

Select your course

You choose the course that you decide to pursue but ensure you meet the entry requirements.

Enrol

Once the course is selected, you make an application via our website and contact us via email admission@sbusinesslondon.ac.uk. You can make the payment online or bank transfer- either a single payment or easily monthly instalments.

Access to Learning Portal

You will be provided with the login credentials to access the learning portal, which will have all sorts of pathway learning materials to complete your programs successfully. The simplified materials are easy to understand and would help you to work on your assignments.

Dedicated Tutor

You will be allocated to a tutor and supported by our academic support team who will assist, and advice about your course and assignments. Once you accomplish your assignment, your allocated tutor will assess your work and provides you with formative feedback which will help you to improve your assignment prior to the final submission.

Assessment of Assignments.

Feedback is provided to you regularly when you improve your work. Once the final submission is made, marks and grades are published via the learning portal.

Certification

You will get your certificate once you completed the course successfully. You can then move on to your desired career with the help of the accredited certificate. You can enrol for a different course with us; if you want to study more, Decision is yours.