SVQ Management SCQF level 7

The Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Management at SCQF level 7 allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job-related skills in their particular area of work and expertise. It has been developed to support those working as first line managers, section managers, assistant managers, trainee managers, senior supervisors, and those working in a range of other management positions.

This qualification is jointly awarded with the Chartered Institute of Management (CMI). Candidates who are registered for SVQ  in Management at SCQF level 7 (GM26 23) are able to take advantage of 12 months free studying membership of CMI.

This qualification is available through employers, colleges and training providers.

Why deliver this qualification

SVQs are based on National Occupational Standards. SQA works in partnership with other organisations to ensure that National Occupational Standards (NOS) are relevant to the current and future needs of Scottish industries.

Learners will gain an internationally recognised qualification which guarantees that they have the skills, knowledge and abilities required to carry out their role successfully. Employers will also benefit from their employees being proficient.

As assessment is carried out in the workplace this minimises any time learners would need to be away from their work.

Candidates can progress to a range of qualifications including SVQ in Management at SCQF level 9.

Who does this qualification suit

This SVQ is suitable for:

  • individuals who are currently in employment and who wish to obtain a formal qualification

Access

Entry is at the discretion of the centre.

Candidates should be in a job or placement where they are carrying out relevant tasks and responsibilities which allow then to gather the required evidence.

No prior qualifications or knowledge are required to undertake this qualification.

Progression

This SVQ in Management at SCQF level 7 could provide progression to:

  • a Diploma in Management and Leadership at SCQF level 8 or a related area
  • a range of PDAs in Management from SCQF level 8 and above
  • an SVQ in Management at SCQF level 9
  • employment across many sectors in a middle management role

Approval

Centres with devolved authority for approval should use their own internal approval process.

Centres without devolved authority require to come forward for approval and should contact SQA's Business Development Team for guidance.

Assessors and verifiers must be able to meet SQA's general requirements for technical/occupational competence as outlined in the Systems and Qualification Approval Guide.

How to assess

For general information on how to assess this qualification, please refer to the document Guidance on how to assess SVQs. For detailed guidance on how to assess this particular SVQ, please refer to the Assessment Strategy.

Where can you take this course?

Qualification content and delivery tools

Information about the qualification(s)

Qualification Structure

The SVQ in  Management at SCQF level 7 consists of four mandatory Units and three optional Units. For details of the Units making up the SVQ, please refer to the Qualification Structure (147 KB).

Core Skills signposting

Core Skill mappings are carried out by the SSC responsible for the development of an SVQ. It is a requirement of SQA Accreditation that every SVQ submission includes information on where possible opportunities for candidates to develop Core Skills exist across the mandatory units.

Centres should note that mappings are not audited or validated against the Core Skills framework/units so are not accepted by SQA awarding body as evidence towards achievement of the Core Skills units.

Awarding partnership arrangements

SQA offers all its Management and Leadership Qualifications in partnership with the professional body for Management, the Chartered Institute of Management (CMI). Candidates who are registered for this SVQ are able to take advantage of 12 months free studying membership of CMI.

Modern Apprenticeships

Information on the MA in Management at SCQF level 7 can be found on the SDS website.  

https://www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk/media/44277/modern-apprenticeship-framework-management-at-scqf-7.pdf

Information about delivery, assessment, quality assurance and support material

Assessment strategy

Assessor's guidelines

Assessor Guidelines including all units/NOS for SVQ in Management at SCQF level 7 (837 KB)

Candidate Guidance and Portfolio

Z0391 SVQ Managment Recording Form level 7 (4.62 MB)

Qualification Verification Summary Reports

Candidate Support Packs (Knowledge Requirements)

To assist with knowledge requirements, SQA has produced a range of support materials for SVQs in Management and the suite of PDAs in Management (consisting of SVQ Units). We are currently updating this material and will advise you when the revised materials are available. Your centre's SQA Contact has access to the current materials on SQA's secure website. Please approach them for access. The attached document shows support materials currently available for all SQA's Management Awards

Guide to using HNC Management and Leadership support materials

SVQ Management at SCQF level 7 and level 9 Optional Units - Guide to using HN Management and Leadership support materials

This guide provides information to help SVQ Management candidates access those parts of the HN Management and Leadership Development Packs and interactive activities for candidates which are relevant to some of the optional Units of the SVQ Management at Levels 7 and 9.