The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management is an Ofqual-regulated qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), designed for professionals seeking advanced expertise in strategic human resource management. It develops the knowledge, critical thinking, and leadership capabilities required to align people strategies with organisational objectives and support sustainable business performance.

The qualification covers six mandatory areas: 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; and Business Research Methods. These areas address strategic HR planning, workforce management, employee engagement, organisational learning, leadership, performance, global talent, reward, employment relations, legal frameworks, and applied business research.

The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management is suitable for experienced HR professionals, managers, executives, and graduates seeking to strengthen strategic people-management capability. It is particularly relevant to professionals progressing towards senior HR, HR business partnering, talent management, organisational development, learning and development, and employee relations roles.

The qualification combines advanced theoretical understanding with practical, real-world application, helping learner develop evidence-based decision-making and strategic HR capabilities. Successful completion can support career advancement and further academic progression, including consideration for relevant Master’s-level study with advanced standing, subject to university requirements.