Policy & Regulations

As a private higher education institution subject to the regulations of the Canton of Zug, applicable independent accreditation frameworks, and relevant European Union regulatory instruments, The Swiss Information and Management Institute – SwissUK™ Higher Education Institution (hereinafter referred to as “SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI”) hereby publicly discloses the terms, regulations, policies, and liability disclaimers set out in this and related sections.

In the course of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI’s operations, applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory guidelines in Switzerland, the Canton of Zug, and the European Union may be amended from time to time. Accordingly, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI reserves the right to revise, update, or supplement its policies and regulations, provided that such amendments remain consistent with valid agreements duly entered into with students, partners, public authorities, accreditation bodies, international accreditation agencies, and other relevant entities.

Students and all other stakeholders are strongly advised to carefully review and fully understand these terms prior to engaging in any academic programme, collaboration, or interaction with SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI. This approach ensures transparency of information, prevents misunderstanding or intentional misinterpretation, supports transparent communication practices, promotes fair competition, and safeguards the lawful rights and interests of all parties concerned.

In addition to its commitment to transparency, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI strictly complies with applicable Swiss and European Union legal requirements, including—but not limited to—regulations governing misleading communications and unfair competition.

Should any questions arise, or should any activity be identified that may adversely affect students, stakeholders, or SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI, such matters should be reported to the Legal Department of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI at legal@simiswiss.ch.

All students and partners of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI are required to read and/or execute the relevant commitments and agreements. These documents typically include publicly available general terms as well as specific provisions applicable to particular categories of students or partners. The applicable terms shall take legal effect upon execution and/or confirmation by the relevant parties, thereby confirming their full understanding and acceptance of such terms.

Students of SIMI – SwissUK™ Higher Education Institution (hereinafter referred to as “SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI”) are individuals who possess sufficient academic capability and who satisfy the entry requirements applicable to each programme, as duly announced and published by SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI.

As a provider of undergraduate and postgraduate education, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI supports eligible applicants throughout the registration and enrolment process without discrimination on the basis of ethnicity, nationality, place of origin, personal circumstances, or religious belief.

All applicants and enrolled students are required to comply with the academic regulations, policies, and guidelines set out in the Student Handbook and other officially published materials, including the obligation to submit complete, accurate, and truthful information. In the event that an applicant or student breaches the principle of honesty or provides false, misleading, or incomplete information, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to refuse admission, terminate student status, invalidate academic results (in whole or in part), and take any other measures permitted under applicable regulations.

In such circumstances, no refund or reimbursement of tuition fees or related costs shall be granted. Furthermore, the applicant or student concerned shall be liable to compensate SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI and any related parties for all losses, damages, or expenses incurred as a result of such misconduct.

SIMI – SwissUK™ Higher Education Institution (hereinafter referred to as “SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI”) operates in full compliance with the requirements applicable to private Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) as established by the competent authority of the Canton of Zug. While international accreditation is not mandatory under Swiss law, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI voluntarily pursues independent international accreditation as a matter of institutional policy, with the objective of ensuring professional academic governance, strengthening quality assurance mechanisms, and supporting continuous institutional improvement. Information relating to accreditation status is updated regularly and made publicly available in multiple languages on the official website of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI.

As a private higher education institution, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI provides market-oriented academic programmes characterised by flexibility, responsiveness to labour market needs, and international orientation. All programmes are delivered in English and are designed for a global student population. These programmes are developed and implemented independently of the Swiss federal public higher education system and are not subject to Swiss governmental curriculum frameworks. Qualifications awarded by SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI are institutional private degrees issued by the institution itself and do not constitute federal qualifications, nor do they form part of Switzerland’s public or federally regulated higher education system.

The academic programmes of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI are aligned with relevant European competence frameworks and applicable European Union higher education guidelines. Notwithstanding the existence of regional, national, or international reference documents concerning the comparability of qualification frameworks, the recognition, acceptance, or use of qualifications remains, in accordance with international practice, subject to the independent discretion of receiving institutions, employers, professional bodies, or competent authorities, and to the applicable laws and regulations of each country or jurisdiction.

Accordingly, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI does not make any representations, warranties, or commitments beyond its legal and academic authority, including but not limited to assurances regarding the recognition, acceptance, or equivalence of its qualifications by third parties, governments, public authorities, or other institutions. SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI and its international or local partners do not provide support, facilitation, or guarantees in relation to qualification recognition or equivalence processes in any country or for any purpose.

SIMI – SwissUK™ Higher Education Institution (hereinafter referred to as “SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI”) regularly reviews and updates academic information, teaching content, and programme delivery to remain responsive to developments in the labour market and to applicable regulatory requirements. All information published on the official website, in publications, electronic communications, and other media is accurate at the time of release but may be amended, updated, or withdrawn without prior notice.

The scope, structure, and content of academic programmes may be adjusted during implementation, provided that such adjustments continue to comply with the applicable competency frameworks and the assessment criteria required by relevant independent accreditation and quality assurance bodies. Where modifications materially affect previously communicated programme arrangements, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI will inform students accordingly and, where appropriate, provide information on revised programmes or alternative learning pathways.

In circumstances arising from significant economic or political changes, regulatory developments, or events of force majeure, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI reserves the right to adjust the mode of delivery, learning arrangements, or academic schedule. In such cases, students will be notified, and reasonable consultations may be conducted to revise the individual learning plan in line with institutional considerations and applicable constraints.

Learning materials provided within SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI programmes may include third-party resources that are purchased, licensed, or otherwise lawfully used by the institution, as well as materials developed by SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI faculty members. All such materials are subject to review and approval by the Academic Board of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI. Notwithstanding this review process, certain content may not be suitable for all learners in every jurisdiction due to cultural, legal, or contextual differences. Where the institution determines that such issues have a material impact, it may revise the relevant content. However, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI disclaims responsibility for any effects or consequences arising beyond the academic context or outside the reasonable control of the institution.

Students and related parties are permitted to use learning materials solely for personal study and academic research purposes. Any reproduction, distribution, or reuse of such materials, whether for commercial or non-commercial purposes, is strictly prohibited unless expressly authorised. Further provisions relating to intellectual property and copyright are set out in the applicable Copyright Policy.

SIMI – SwissUK™ Higher Education Institution (hereinafter referred to as “SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI”) applies the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) as its primary credit framework. In addition, due to academic cooperation with the United Kingdom education system, certain programmes may also apply the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) credit structure, where appropriate and as specified at programme level.

The recognition and allocation of credits within SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI constitute an internal academic processconducted exclusively by the Academic Board of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI, in accordance with its academic regulations and quality assurance procedures. While such recognition is valid within the institutional and partner framework of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI, no representation, warranty, or guarantee is made that credits recognised by SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI will be accepted, transferred, or recognised by any third-party institution, university, authority, or organisation outside its academic jurisdiction.

Students who intend to transfer credits earned at SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI to another higher education institution or education system are strongly advised to seek prior confirmation directly from the receiving institution. SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI may, upon request, provide academic documentation or reasonable assistance within the scope of its authority; however, it does not participate in, influence, or intervene in the admission, assessment, or credit transfer decisions of other institutions.

Accordingly, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI expressly disclaims any obligation or commitment regarding the recognition, transferability, or acceptance of its credits by third parties, as such decisions remain solely within the discretion of the receiving institution and subject to the applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies of that institution.

Upon successful completion of all prescribed academic requirements and full compliance with institutional obligations—including, without limitation, academic regulations, assessment requirements, academic integrity standards, and internal policies—students may be formally recognised for their academic progress and may be awarded a degree classified as a Private Degree by SIMI – SwissUK™ Higher Education Institution (hereinafter referred to as “SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI”), in accordance with the regulations in force at the time of graduation.

Where a programme is delivered under a dual-qualification structure or in cooperation with academic partners, students may, subject solely to the independent criteria, regulations, and decisions of the relevant partner institutions, be considered for the award of additional diplomas, certificates, or academic confirmations. The issuance of any such additional qualification is neither automatic nor guaranteed and does not constitute a contractual obligation on the part of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI.

Each country, jurisdiction, institution, and regulatory authority maintains its own legal framework, policies, and discretionary criteria governing the recognition, acceptance, or use of academic qualifications. In accordance with international practice, decisions relating to the recognition, equivalence, acceptance, or utilisation of degrees are made independently by the receiving authority, government body, employer, professional organisation, or educational institution, based on applicable laws and internal regulations.

Although the qualifications awarded by SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI are subject to internal and external quality assurance processes, aligned with relevant competency frameworks, and supported by independent international accreditation, such factors do not constitute, and shall not be construed as, a guarantee of recognition or acceptance in any jurisdiction or for any purpose. SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI and its academic or local partners expressly disclaim any representations, warranties, or assurances regarding recognition, equivalence, or acceptance of qualifications for purposes including, but not limited to, employment, professional licensing, teaching, research supervision, or further study.

On this basis, applicants are required and strongly advised to conduct independent, careful, and comprehensive verification of the intended use and potential recognition of qualifications prior to enrolment. SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI, its university partners, and any local partners do not endorse, facilitate, guarantee, or support recognition or equivalency processes in any country, territory, or institutional context, whether before, during, or after the completion of a programme.

SIMI – SwissUK™ Higher Education Institution (hereinafter referred to as “SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI”) is committed to the protection of personal data and strictly complies with applicable data protection and information security regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union. Appropriate technical and organisational measures are implemented to safeguard the confidentiality, integrity, and security of personal information.

SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI collects and processes personal data solely for purposes directly related to programme delivery, academic administration, training activities, and institutional quality assurance and improvement. The institution does not collect or process personal data of students, partners, or related parties for purposes beyond those stated. Disclosure of personal data to third parties, other than for the aforementioned purposes, shall occur only where required or authorised by law, or pursuant to a lawful order or request from a competent public authority.

In the event of a data security incident or breach arising from unauthorised access, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI will cooperate with the relevant authorities and affected parties in accordance with applicable legal requirements. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI disclaims liability for data breaches or intrusions resulting from circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including acts of third parties or force majeure events.

SIMI – SwissUK™ Higher Education Institution (hereinafter referred to as “SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI”) applies principles of fairness, equality, and non-discrimination in student admission, academic assessment, evaluation of results, and the review and allocation of scholarships, financial support, and institutional funding. Such processes are conducted without discrimination on the basis of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, political belief, or any other protected characteristic, in accordance with applicable legal and ethical standards.

As a private and independent higher education institution, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI maintains an academic structure and programme design that provide students with a high degree of flexibility. Subject to academic regulations and programme requirements, students may independently select their field of study, define an individual learning pathway, and, where appropriate, request a change of programme or pursue academic mobility to other institutions.

SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI complies with applicable human rights principles and regulations, including the protection and promotion of the fundamental right to education. Within the framework of institutional policies and academic standards, students are entitled to make informed choices regarding their academic direction, including the selection of majors, study plans, and the possibility of transitioning to alternative fields of study when academically justified.

SIMI – SwissUK™ Higher Education Institution (hereinafter referred to as “SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI”) respects and protects the intellectual property rights of content providers, instructors, students, and all other third parties. Correspondingly, all students and users of the academic systems of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI are required to respect and comply with applicable intellectual property and copyright regulations.

By enrolling in a programme or engaging in any form of academic collaboration with SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI, students and other stakeholders agree to comply with all applicable copyright rules and intellectual property obligations, whether expressly agreed in writing or implied by international academic and copyright practice.

All information and materials published, created, or distributed by SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI and/or its partners—including, but not limited to, learning materials, academic content, documents, templates, forms, records, minutes, and other official or unofficial publications, whether internal or public—constitute the intellectual property of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI, unless expressly stated otherwise. Such materials may be used solely for personal study and individual academic research purposes. Any copying, reproduction, distribution, reuse, or exploitation of these materials for purposes beyond personal learning and research, whether for commercial or non-commercial use, without prior written authorisation, shall constitute a violation of intellectual property rights.

SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI considers intellectual property infringement to be a serious breach of academic and institutional regulations. Accordingly, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI reserves the right to take appropriate disciplinary measures, which may include, without limitation, termination of student status, annulment of academic results, revocation of degrees or certifications, and suspension or closure of online accounts. These measures may be applied irrespective of whether the infringement is identified during or after the completion of the academic programme.

Where an infringement of intellectual property rights by a student or any other party results in damage, including actual, anticipated, or implied damage, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI may fully cooperate with any investigation conducted by competent authorities or rights holders. However, to the fullest extent permitted by law, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI disclaims liability for material, financial, or other losses arising from copyright infringements that occur beyond its reasonable control or outside its scope of authority or influence.

Protecting the reputation, dignity, and lawful interests of students, partners, and the institution is a fundamental priority of SIMI – SwissUK™ Higher Education Institution (hereinafter referred to as “SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI”), as an international higher education institution admitting students from multiple countries and jurisdictions. Accordingly, principles of information transparency, prevention of false or misleading communication, and opposition to unfair competition are treated as mandatory governance requirements, implemented in accordance with applicable European Union regulations, international conventions, and generally accepted international standards.

To safeguard the legitimate interests of students and institutional stakeholders, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI may, where appropriate and within applicable legal boundaries, coordinate with its overseas members and representatives, partner universities, competent diplomatic or consular authorities, and legal advisors in relevant jurisdictions.

1. Scope of False or Misleading Communication

For the purposes of institutional governance and legal protection, false or misleading communication may include, without limitation, any act of publishing, disseminating, or promoting information—whether intentionally or unintentionally—that:

• Misrepresents the legal status, legitimacy, or right of operation of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI;

• Misstates or distorts information relating to accreditation, quality assurance, recognition status, or the scope of such accreditation or recognition;

• Misrepresents eligibility for participation in education, including on grounds of age, gender, socioeconomic background, or geographic location;

• Misuses, misappropriates, or manipulates images, documents, trademarks, or other intellectual assets belonging to SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI, its partners, or affiliated entities;

• Presents information that is partially accurate but materially misleading, taken out of context, or structured in a manner that creates misunderstanding or unfair competitive advantage;

• Contradicts or disregards publicly disclosed disclaimers, policies, or limitation-of-liability statements issued by SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI and/or its partners;

• Otherwise causes or is reasonably likely to cause harm to the reputation, honour, or lawful interests of SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI, its partners, or its students.

2. Framework for Managing False or Harmful Communication

(Applicable subject to national laws and jurisdictional constraints)

Where false or harmful communication is identified, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI may initiate a structured response process, subject to the laws and authorities of the relevant country or territory. The outline below reflects general principles and does not constitute legal advice for a specific case.

Preliminary Phase: Establishment of a Response Team and Evidence Collection

SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI may establish an internal response team to:

• Record and preserve the relevant content;

• Collect, secure, and document evidence;

• Assess the scope, impact, and potential damage;

• Liaise preliminarily with affected stakeholders as appropriate.

Step 1: Notification

The party or parties involved may be notified of the alleged violation. Where appropriate and legally permissible, notification may also be made to relevant stakeholders or diplomatic or consular representations connected to the jurisdictions concerned.

Step 2: Request for Remedial Action

An official request for remediation may be issued, which may include:

• A description of the allegedly infringing conduct;

• Supporting evidence;

• An assessment of potential or actual damage;

• Reference to applicable laws, regulations, conventions, or institutional policies.

Requested remedies may include correction, removal, clarification, or other appropriate measures, depending on the circumstances.

Step 3: Monitoring and Further Action

Where remedial measures are not undertaken, are insufficient, or where repeated conduct occurs, SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI reserves the right to consider further actions permitted under applicable law, including engagement with competent authorities or initiation of legal proceedings, where appropriate.

Legal Notice:
This framework is provided for transparency and institutional governance purposes only. The application, scope, and enforcement of any measures are subject to the laws, jurisdiction, evidence, and authority of the relevant country or territory. Nothing herein shall be construed as a waiver of rights or as a commitment to pursue or refrain from pursuing any specific legal remedy.

SIMI – SwissUK™ Higher Education Institution (hereinafter referred to as “SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI”) reserves the unilateral right to amend, supplement, or revise these terms at any time. Any such amendments shall take effect immediately upon publication or notification, unless otherwise expressly stated.

Terms and conditions previously agreed upon with students, partners, or other related parties shall remain valid and enforceable. In the event that amendments affect existing signed agreements, such amendments shall apply only where they are expressly agreed upon and deemed more favourable to SIMI – SwissUK™ HEI than the provisions currently in force.

All amended or newly issued terms shall apply immediately to agreements, enrolments, or arrangements entered into after the effective date of such amendments.