ABOUT SLAM UNIVERSITIES
At SLAM Universities, we provide a unique educational offering for the development of talent, leadership and social responsibility. Our principal university center is the University of Santo Tomás, which is attached to the Catholic University of Ávila.
SLAM Universities offers vocational programmes at the higher education level for students aged 18+ through our IVT (International Vocational Training) Program, rolled out in partnership with the educational institution, Campus FP. These programmes are authorized by Pearson, the UK’s largest awarding body and OTHM qualifications, an awarding body regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) in England.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Higher National qualifications in Sport and Exercise Science
The Pearson BTEC Higher National qualifications in Sport and Exercise Science are designed to address an increasing need for high quality professional and technical education pathways at Levels 4 and 5, providing students with a clear line of sight to careers in sport, fitness and physical activity or progression to further higher education study.
Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Sport & Exercise Science
The Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Sport & Exercise Science offers students an introduction to the subject area via a mandatory core of learning, while allowing for the acquisition of skills and experience through the selection of optional units across a range of occupational sectors at Level 4. Students will gain a wide range of sector knowledge tied to practical skills gained in research, self study, directed study and workplace scenarios.
All the information on this course and the curriculum can be found here.
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science
The Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science offers students two specialist pathways designed to support progression into relevant occupational areas or on to degree-level study. These pathways are linked to the skills matrix produced by CIMSPA (The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) and can provide professional status and progression to direct employment.
All the information on this course and the curriculum can be found here.
Diploma in Business Management
OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Business Management
During this Level 4 course, which is equivalent to the first year of a Bachelor’s degree, students will be introduced to the many different aspects of international business in today’s world. With this qualification they will be exposed to both academic and vocational aspects of a wide range of subjects, enabling them to gain the necessary knowledge and skills vital for a career in business or to pursue further studies in this field.
All the information on this course and the curriculum can be found here.
OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Business Management
The Level 5 Diploma in Business and Management makes up the second year of the Bachelor’s degree and builds upon the knowledge gained during the Level 4 Diploma in Business and Management. Students will learn more advanced topics, in a wide range of areas including economics, marketing, finance and management.
More detailed information and the curriculum can be found here.
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management
The objective of the Level 6 Diploma in Business Management qualification is to provide students with an excellent foundation for a career in a range of organisations. It is designed to ensure that each learner is ‘business ready’- a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of business and management, who is equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change.
The content of the qualification is focused on leadership and people management, strategic human resource management, operations management, sustainable business practice, financial decision making as well as the business research skills expected of a manager.
The qualification is ideal for those who have started, or are planning to move into a career in private or public sector business. Successful completion of the Level 6 Diploma in Business Management qualification will provide learners with the opportunity to progress to postgraduate studies or employment.
More detailed information and the curriculum can be found here.
Diploma in Information Technology
OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology
Students will be given the opportunity to develop essential thinking and study skills in IT and business through a mix of academic and vocational subjects. They will be able to contribute to the development of computer systems and networks, databases and websites in a business context. The qualification will allow them to understand and enter the IT and business profession with the necessary knowledge expected. On successful completion of the qualification students will be able to begin a Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology.
All the information on this course and the curriculum can be found here.
OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology
The Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology makes up the second year of the Bachelor’s degree and builds upon the knowledge gained during the Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology. Students will learn more advanced topics in a wide range of areas including information systems analysis, database development and programming.
All the information on this course and the curriculum can be found here.
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Information Technology
The Level 6 Diploma in Information Technology is designed to ensure that each learner is a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of information technology, who is equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change at a junior or middle management level and aspire to higher management within their organization or industry. The qualification is ideal for those who have started, or are planning to move into a career in private or public sector business.
All the information on this course and the curriculum can be found here.
Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
The Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification is designed to provide learners with a challenging qualification that supports their development as managers within the tourism and hospitality industry.
All the information on this course and the curriculum can be found here.
OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
The Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management course aims to provide students with an understanding of the managerial, decision-making and leadership aspects of the tourism industry. In addition it is also designed to develop independent research and study skills required when working at senior managerial level in the hospitality industry.
All the information on this course and the curriculum can be found here.
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
The objective of the Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification is to develop students’ management knowledge and skills within the tourism and hospitality industry. Learners will evaluate contemporary knowledge and theories and use these to propose solutions to complex management problems.
Successful completion of the qualification will equip learners with the specialist skills and knowledge they need to plan and manage their work areas, to make effective decisions and to adapt effectively to the needs of a range of tourism and hospitality organizations.
All the information on this course and the curriculum can be found here.
OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
The objective of the IVT Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification is focused on providing tourism industry professionals with the advanced knowledge needed to improve their careers or for graduates entering the tourism and hospitality sector to gain the skills needed to manage business operations.
All the information on this course and the curriculum can be found here.
Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
The objective of the IVT Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership qualification is to develop strategic management and leadership skills for managers who have the authority and personal attributes to translate organizational strategy into effective operational performance. This qualification allows students to develop and expand their understanding of management and leadership in the workplace.
All the information on this course and the curriculum can be found here.
Master's degree in Strategic Management and Leadership
This qualification reflects current practice in Strategic Management and Leadership. The objective of the IVT-OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership qualification is to develop those fundamental skills that will allow you to achieve and expand your high-level understanding of strategic management and leadership in the workplace.
In just one academic year with us, you will have acquired two international diplomas fully certified by the UK and recognized worldwide. This OTHM Level 7 Diploma, based on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), is at the same level as a master’s degree. However, it is shorter (120 credits) and learners will have to proceed to the dissertation stage (60 credits) with university to achieve a full Master’s programme.
Successful completion of the Level 7 Diploma will allow you to move forward with an MBA in advanced standing that is validated and awarded by University of Chichester and delivered by London Graduate School.
All the information on this course and the curriculum can be found here.