OTHM Level 7 Diploma In Environmental and Sustainability Management uK
Duration
120 Credit Hours (12 Months)
Mode Of Study
Virtual | Face To Face
Location
Hyderabad, Sindh
Award Body
OTHM UK
Course Fee
250000 PKR
Course Overview
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Environmental and Sustainability Management, delivered by Proactive Environmental and Safety Solutions (PESS) – an Approved OTHM UK Centre (Centre No: DC2508936), is a prestigious qualification designed for professionals seeking to lead in sustainability, environmental governance, and ESG-driven strategies. Recognised by Ofqual (UK) and aligned with global sustainability frameworks, this diploma goes beyond theory – it equips learners with the critical, research-based, and strategic skills to influence environmental policy, implement sustainability initiatives, and drive organisational change at a national and international level.
You will gain advanced expertise in sustainability frameworks, environmental science, energy transition, sustainable finance, corporate responsibility, and transformational leadership, preparing you to deliver measurable impact across industries including energy, construction, manufacturing, public governance, and multinational organisations.
By completing this qualification, you will:
✅ Achieve a UK-Recognised, Ofqual-Regulated Level 7 Diploma respected worldwide
✅ Gain specialist knowledge in ESG, sustainability strategy, and environmental governance
✅ Equip yourself to lead climate action, net zero initiatives, and sustainable development goals (SDGs)
✅ Access senior management, consultancy, and advisory roles in global organisations, NGOs, and government bodies
✅ Progress seamlessly to a Master’s top-up (MSc/MBA) with advanced standing at many UK and international universities
Take your career to the next level with the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Environmental and Sustainability Management at PESS – and position yourself as a global leader in sustainability, ESG, and environmental excellence.


Learning Outcomes
By completing the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Environmental and Sustainability Management, learners will develop advanced expertise, strategic insight, and leadership capabilities required to manage and influence sustainability and environmental performance at a global level.
On successful completion, you will be able to:
- Critically evaluate sustainability principles, frameworks, and environmental management systems within complex organisational and global contexts.
- Lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of sustainability strategies, ESG policies, and climate action initiatives.
- Analyse and apply international environmental regulations, agreements, and governance structures to ensure organisational compliance and accountability.
- Develop, implement, and assess sustainable business strategies, energy transition plans, and environmental impact reduction programmes.
- Conduct and oversee research into environmental challenges, providing evidence-based solutions for organisational and policy-level decision-making.
- Promote and embed a culture of sustainability and corporate responsibility across diverse industries and sectors.
- Manage and influence the integration of sustainable finance, resource efficiency, and circular economy principles into organisational practice.
- Provide professional leadership in driving transformational change, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable innovation.
- Act as a competent, ethical, and forward-thinking sustainability professional capable of shaping international ESG agendas and future policy directions.
Qualification Structure – OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Environmental & Sustainability Management
Qualification Number: 610/3662/6 · 120 Credits · 1200 TQT · ≥600 GLH
4 Mandatory Units + 5 Optional Units (complete 6 units in total)
- Total required: 6 units / 120 credits (4 mandatory + 2 optional).
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): 1200 hours · Guided Learning Hours (GLH): minimum 600 hours.
- Aim: build advanced capability in sustainability, environmental management, ESG integration, policy and research.
- Progression: employment in strategy/consulting/NGO/government or Master’s top-up (dissertation stage) with advanced standing.
Unit Title | Credits | What you’ll master |
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Fundamentals of Sustainability | 20 | Core concepts, ESG language and frameworks, systems thinking, global agreements driving the agenda. |
Environmental Science and Energy Transition | 20 | Climate science, biodiversity, resource use, decarbonisation pathways and the energy transition. |
Environmental Management in Organisations | 20 | EMS design (e.g., ISO 14001), compliance, reporting, governance, culture and change enablement. |
Research Methods | 20 | Research design, data collection/analysis, critical evaluation; preparation for Master’s dissertation/top-up. |
Select any two optional units (each 20 credits) to reach a total of 120 credits:
Delivering Transformational Change
Leadership, stakeholder engagement, culture, and programme delivery for large-scale sustainability change.
Advanced Principles of Net Zero
Science-based targets, carbon accounting, abatement hierarchies, transition plans and assurance.
Environmental Politics and Policies
Policy analysis, international agreements, national regulation, compliance implications for organisations.
Sustainable Finance
ESG investing, disclosures, risk and materiality, green instruments and impact measurement.
Sustainability as a Business Strategy
Integration of sustainability into value creation, operations, supply chains and competitive advantage.

Entry Requirements
At Proactive Environmental and Safety Solutions (PESS) – an Approved OTHM UK Centre (Centre No: DC2508936) – we ensure every learner is enrolled with integrity and receives the right support to succeed in this advanced programme.
✅ Age Requirement
Learners must be 21 years or older at the time of enrolment.
✅ Academic Background
Applicants should hold one of the following:
- A relevant Level 6 qualification, normally an Honours degree (or equivalent) from a recognised institution.
- A qualification in environmental management, sustainability, HSE, or a related discipline.
✅ Professional Experience Route
Applicants who do not have a Level 6 qualification may still be considered if they can demonstrate at least 3 years of relevant professional experience in environmental management, sustainability, or related fields. This route allows experienced practitioners to progress to Level 7 without a formal degree.
✅ Language Skills
As the programme is delivered and assessed in English, learners must be competent in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence of English language proficiency, in line with OTHM requirements.
At PESS, we ensure that every learner starts their Level 7 journey on the right pathway—whether through academic qualifications or professional expertise—and is fully supported to achieve global recognition as a leader in sustainability, ESG, and environmental management.
Equivalences, Progression, Delivery & Assessment
Postgraduate-level programme aligned with OTHM specifications and delivered by Proactive Environmental and Safety Solutions (PESS), an Approved OTHM UK Centre (DC2508936).
≡Equivalences
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Environmental & Sustainability Management is recognised on the UK RQF at Level 7 (Master’s level). It carries a typical total of 120 credits with an indicative TQT of ~1200 hours and GLH of ~600 hours, reflecting advanced postgraduate study.
Level 7 confirms strategic capability in areas such as environmental leadership, ESG integration, climate risk, systems thinking, and sustainable transformation across organisations and supply chains.
→Progression Pathways
After completing this Level 7 diploma, learners commonly progress to:
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•University “Top-Up” routes to complete a Master’s degree (subject to each university’s admissions policy).
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•Senior roles such as Sustainability/ESG Manager, Environmental Lead, Net-Zero Programme Manager, Climate Risk Analyst, or Corporate Responsibility Manager.
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•Specialist pathways in sustainable finance, circular economy, life-cycle management, and low-carbon transition projects.
⏱Duration & Delivery
Designed for flexibility to accommodate working professionals. At PESS, choose the mode that suits your schedule:
- •Face-to-Face Learning — Instructor-led seminars, workshops, and assignment clinics.
- •Online Learning — Live/recorded sessions with tutor feedback and digital resources.
- •Blended Learning — Combine campus days with flexible online study.
Typical Duration: ~ 12 months depending on study mode, cohort schedule, and learner pace.
✓Assessment & Verification
The Level 7 ESM diploma is assessed through coursework and applied projects — no final written exam.
- •Internally assessed by PESS through assignments mapped to all learning outcomes.
- •Externally verified by OTHM UK to assure academic standards and quality.
- •Criterion-referenced — learners must meet every assessment criterion to achieve a pass.
- •Evidence may include strategic ESG plans, sustainability reports, impact analyses, research projects and presentations.
- •Assessors maintain a clear audit trail to demonstrate fair and consistent judgments.