Level 7 (Postgraduate) Diploma in International Engineering and Manufacturing Management

This Ofqual regulated qualification recognises the emergence of a new and very different global market reality that places very different demands on managers in terms of patterns of thinking and their behaviour. Students will learn to appreciate and understand the real challenges of setting up and running an international manufacturing organisation or manufacturing service organisation and that they are able to formulate alternative strategies to avoid the pitfalls. Furthermore, the qualification provides students with the necessary understanding of the export management process, in order to enable them to make an immediate and valued contribution to the workplace.

• Ofqual regulated qualification (a UK government department with responsibility for regulating qualifications)
• Developed by experienced academics and professionals to reflect the latest occupational standards
• Global and strategic management perspective
• Confirmed current strategic thinking by external agencies
• A broad range of International Engineering and Manufacturing Management learning outcomes from understanding how changing business environments impact on global manufacturing strategies to being able to recommend strategic changes to improve the management of innovation in a commercial setting
• Complementary support materials for training providers
• Opportunities for centres to develop creative work opportunities and partnerships with local employers

What does Ofqual / QCF Recognition mean to you?

The Diploma in Engineering & Manufacturing Management is Ofqual-regulated through our partnership with ABE. For more information please visit the Ofqual Qualifications Page.

The Level 7 diploma qualification appears on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications as the ABE Level 7 Diploma in International Engineering and Manufacturing Management (QCF). The qualification number is 600/2310/7.

When UK Centres issue CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) letters to international students, they should ensure that the qualification title they put on the CAS letter is exactly the same as the qualification title on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications. Also, the student should refer to this qualification when they apply for the student (Tier 4) visa.

Learning outcomes for each unit of the Level 7 (Postgraduate) Diploma in International Engineering and Manufacturing Management

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Level 7 (Postgraduate) Diploma in International Engineering Management

• International Manufacturing Strategy
• Managing International Trade
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation in the Manufacturing sector
• Environmental and Sustainability Issues in the Manufacturing sector

This programme is particularly designed for learners who wish to explore the Management of International Engineering and Manufacturing within a global business context and welcome learners with Bachelor degrees in disciplines other than International Engineering Management or Development.

Q&A What is the difference between Diploma and Extended Diploma Level 7 Qualifications?

ABP approved centres will receive additional support materials free of charge including;

• Detailed content of each unit
• Reading Lists
• Tutor support materials including sample assignment briefs complete with guidance for model answers (In development).

The colleges are NOT bound to following these materials and are able to either develop or purchase further resources from independent suppliers.

Assessment is encouraged throughout the programme utilising variable and creative assessment tools with minimal reliance on formal examinations.

ABP does not specify the entry requirements of our qualifications but has confidence in centres to recruit students that have the potential to achieve the standards required of the qualification. We expect all centres to recruit with integrity and consistency to ensure fairness of access & ability to all students.

Centres should take appropriate steps to assess each applicant’s potential and make a professional judgement about their ability to successfully complete the programme of study and achieve the qualification. This assessment will need to take account of the support available to the learner within the centre during their programme of study.

Students do not need to progress sequentially through the levels. Therefore a candidate who has achieved a level 5 qualification may be able to achieve the academic rigour and complexity, required of Level 7 Diplomas accessed via ABP.

ABP does not specify that candidates must have an English Language qualification equivalent to IELTS 6.0-6.5. However many UK universities will require applications for their Masters and MBAs to have achieved an English language qualification at this level prior to commencing the Masters/MBA. Therefore, we would encourage all candidates wishing to progress to a UK university to be working towards an English language qualification equivalent to IELTS 6.0-6.5.

Information Sheet for the Level 7 (Postgraduate) Diploma in International Engineering and Manufacturing Management (Two page summary)

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Ofqual Regulated Level 7 (Postgraduate) Qualifications Flyer