A UK postgraduate diploma you study completely online, around a management job. Six assignments, no exams, no deadlines. €220 a month, and Malta gives up to 70% back when you finish.
Check if I qualify5.0 on GoogleMost finish in 10 to 15 monthsRecognised in Malta and the EU
Delivered byOnline Business School, UKAwarded by OTHM · Regulated by Ofqual · Recognised by MQRIC
“I recently completed an MQF Level 7 Post Graduate Diploma with Elephant and Cross, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience. … I was particularly impressed with how responsive they were to my emails and phone calls. … They always replied promptly, which made me feel valued as a student.”
“Highly recommended for anyone wishing to get a degree or diploma with an accredited University while studying at their own pace and having tutor support when requested. … The team at E&C are very helpful, professional and supportive.”
“I had a very positive experience with Elephant & Cross from start to finish. … Their support and guidance throughout the entire process were excellent, and I always felt well informed at every step. … I never encountered any problems along the way and their professionalism really stood out. … I also look forward to continuing my studies with Elephant & Cross in the future.”
€220 a month, interest free, for eighteen months. Finish, and Malta’s Get Qualified Scheme refunds up to 70% of it.
What the Get Qualified Scheme is, who qualifies, and what you send when you finish.
Built so you can keep your job while you do it.
“When I look at the data, most of our students are studying at 6pm and on Sunday mornings. I don’t see that as a problem to fix, it’s the whole point. This course was built for working professionals, parents, busy people.”
Six modules on running an organisation from the top: strategy, leadership, people, finance, marketing, research. Each ends in one written assignment, marked by a tutor with feedback.
Frameworks for long-term planning and competitive advantage; formulating, implementing and monitoring strategy.
Leadership theory in strategic contexts; leading change, building vision, inspiring teams.
Aligning HR with business objectives: workforce planning, talent development, HR strategy.
Designing and running qualitative and quantitative research for evidence-based decisions.
Financial performance and risk in strategic decisions: budgeting, investment appraisal, capital structure.
Global markets and strategic marketing plans: positioning, segmentation, customer insight.
Awarded by Arden University
Your 60 Level 7 credits are most of an MBA. One capstone project, researched online around your job, and Arden University awards you the full MBA.
About the MBA top-up
“The diploma gives people so much confidence. Over half of our students come back for the next one, and I am so proud of that. Nobody plans it on day one. You finish, you realise it was doable, and you want the next one.”
Before you pay anything, you get a recognition statement from MQRIC, Malta’s recognition centre. It says what the diploma is worth here.
The diploma is awarded by OTHM, a UK awarding organisation, listed by Ofqual as the Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership, and regulated by Ofqual, the UK government’s qualifications regulator. The diploma is on its public register. Level 7 on Malta’s framework, the EU framework and the UK framework. Level 9 in Ireland. An employer anywhere in the EU reads it the same way.
Check if I qualifyEvery course at this level: Postgraduate in Malta · Postgraduate in Ireland
Issued to you before you start. Illustration; the wording on the real statement is MQRIC’s.
The four questions we get asked most, in two minutes each.
The formal entry is a Level 6 qualification or equivalent. You must be 21 or over, with good written English and a computer with internet. Pick what describes you.
Online Business School delivers the course. Elephant & Cross enrols you and supports you from Malta.
Tuition centreA UK online school delivering OTHM diplomas, Level 3 to Level 7, to students in more than 100 countries. Every module is taught through its online portal: recorded lectures, notes, and a tutor for the assignments. It offers Ofqual regulated qualifications.
Your support in MaltaOnline UK qualifications for working adults in Malta, based in Sliema since 2021. Founded by Andrew Critien and Luca Cachia. About 95% of our students work full time. We tell you if you qualify before you pay, handle the enrolment and the paperwork, and support you with the Get Qualified application when you finish.
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“The team is professional, responsive, and genuinely committed to supporting their students every step of the way. … I would especially like to commend Andrew Critien for his unwavering support and dedication, making the entire process smoother and less stressful.”
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You must be 21 or over, with a Level 6 qualification such as a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent. If you do not have one but have solid management experience, an exemption is usually granted. Good written English and a computer with internet.
Yes. It is awarded by OTHM, a UK awarding body regulated by Ofqual, and is recognised by MQRIC at MQF Level 7. That level sits on the European Qualifications Framework, so it is recognised across the EU.
No. You are assessed through six written assignments, one per module, marked by a tutor with feedback. You can resubmit until you pass.
Most students finish in 10 to 15 months around a full-time job. There are no deadlines, and you can pause for up to 90 days.
Malta’s Get Qualified Scheme refunds up to 70% of your fees as a tax credit once you finish. All Malta residents are eligible. We support you with the application.
You can stop future instalments whenever you need to, and nothing more is charged. Payments already made are not refunded.
Yes. Your 60 Level 7 credits take you into the MBA top-up at Arden University: one capstone project, online, and you graduate with the full MBA.
Intakes run throughout the year. Send your details and we tell you the next start date.
Fifteen minutes. A straight yes or no. Nothing to pay before the call.
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“Online learning gave me the opportunity to study at my own pace and in my own time. … A mixture of presentations and videos made the lessons quite engaging.”