BBA in Logistics & Supply chain management | Swiss Information and Management Institute

BBA in the most sought after industry3 UK Accredited Diploma + 1 Bachelor Degree from SIMI + 1 BBA Degree from HU France

The global logistics industry is facing a shortage of skilled workers able to help meet complex supply chain challenges and sustain the industry’s estimated 5 percent growth rate, according to a new report commissioned by the World Bank (JOC, 2020)

The objective of the BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management of SIMI is to broaden learners’ understanding of logistics and supply chain management and is designed for those who wish to prepare for a first professional role and future career in the field. It is also suitable for logistics and supply chain professionals in the early stages of their career looking to enhance their knowledge and skills and move to the next level professionally.

Each year, the students will receive the UK Accredited Diploma from OTHM, and the final year will get a double Bachelor’s degree from SIMI Switzerland and Horizons University, France.

First Year

The objective of the BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management of SSM is to develop learners’ understanding of theory and practice relating to their role in this sector. The qualification will provide learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policymakers in their own country. It will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective practitioner in the logistics and supply chain sector. The units combine both theoretical and practical knowledge in the profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of effective performance, planning, accountability, development, and team working. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within logistics and supply chain management.

After finishing BBA’s first year in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, students may have begun or are planning to transition into careers in the private or public sector. Having completed BBA’s first year in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, students have obtained a Level 4 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management qualification of OTHM United Kingdom and will enable them to progress to Second Year or employment.

Entry requirements

For entry onto the first year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, learners must possess:

Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 Award/Diploma or at the level of GCE/GCSE or equivalent qualification
Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery center regarding this experience before registering for the program)
Learners must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
English requirements: If a learner is not from a predominantly English speaking country, proof of English language proficiency must be provided.

English requirements

Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent
IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent

Equivalences

The first year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation (SIMI) represents practical knowledge, skills, capabilities, and competencies that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Higher National Certificates (HNC), and Year 1 of a three-year EU Bachelor’s degree program.

First-year structure

The First Year BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT), and 480 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the completed qualification.

Mandatory units

Financial Accounting and Analysis (20 credits)
Introduction to Models and Frameworks for Operations Management (20 credits)
Management and Organisational Behaviour (20 credits)
Introduction to Business Economics (20 credits)
Introduction to Production and Operations Management (20 credits)
Purchasing and E-Procurement (20 credits)

Duration and Delivery

BBA’s first year in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is designed to allocate one academic year to full-time learning. However, due to its versatile and flexible delivery, SIMI accommodates part-time and distance learning learners.

The qualification is delivered face-to-face through lectures, tutorials, and seminars as well as by distance and online methods through SIMI-approved centers only.

Assessment and verification

All units within First Year BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management are internally assessed by SIMI and externally verified by our accredited bodies. All the courses are criterion-referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.

To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and met the standards specified by all assessment criteria. A judgment that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria is made by the SIMI Academic Board.

After successfully completing the First year of the BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain, learners will earn a Level 4 Diploma in Business Management qualification of OTHM United Kingdom. This qualification is fully accredited and recognized by Ofqual.

Second Year

The objective of the BBA Second Year in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is to develop learners’ understanding of policy, management theory, and practice in logistics and supply chain management. It provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policymakers in their own country. They will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the sector. They combine both theoretical and practical knowledge in the profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of leading change, effective planning, risk assessment, and forecasting. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within logistics and supply chain management.

After finish the Second Year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, the students could have started, or are planning to move into, a career in private or public sector business. Successful completion of the Second Year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management will be awarded OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management qualification which is accredited and recognized by Ofqual and provide learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment.

Entry requirements

For entry onto the Second Year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, learners must possess:

Finished the first year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain.
Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 4 Diploma or equivalent
Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery center regarding this experience before registering for the program)
Learners must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
English requirements: If a learner is not from a predominantly English speaking country, proof of English language proficiency must be provided.

English requirements

Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent
IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent

Equivalences

The second year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation (SIMI) represents practical knowledge, skills, capabilities, and competencies that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Foundation Degrees, Higher National Diploma (HND), and Year 2 of a three-year EU Bachelor’s degree.

Second-year structure

The Second Year of BBA in Tourism and Hospitality consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT), and 480 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the completed qualification.

Mandatory units

Business Communication (20 credits)
Purchasing, Supplier Management and Negotiation (20 credits)
Supply Chain Management (20 credits)
Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility (20 credits)
Strategic Management (20 credits)
Supply Chain Risk Assessment and Forecasting (20 credits)

Duration and Delivery:

BBA’s second year in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is designed to allocate one academic year to full-time learning. However, due to its versatile and flexible delivery, SIMI accommodates part-time and distance learning learners.

The qualification is delivered face-to-face through lectures, tutorials, and seminars as well as by distance and online methods through SIMI-approved centers only.

Assessment and verification

All units within Second Year BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management are internally assessed by SIMI and externally verified by our accredited bodies. All the courses are criterion-referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.

After successfully completing the Second year of the BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain, learners will earn a Level 5 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management qualification of OTHM United Kingdom. This qualification is fully accredited and recognized by Ofqual.

Third Year

The objective of the Third Year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required by a middle or senior manager in an organization, and who may be involved in managing organizational logistics and supply chain.

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 Third Year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management will provide learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment. The student will get the Level 6 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management of OTHM United Kingdom, fully recognized and accredited by Ofqual.

Entry requirements

For entry onto the Third Year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, learners must possess:

Finished the Second year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 5 Diploma or equivalent
Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery center regarding this experience before registering for the program)
Learners must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
English requirements: If a learner is not from a predominantly English speaking country, proof of English language proficiency must be provided.

English requirements

Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent
IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent

Equivalences

The third year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation (SIMI) represents practical knowledge, skills, capabilities, and competencies that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Bachelor’s Degrees with Honors, Bachelor’s Degrees, Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).

Third-year structure

The Third Year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT), and 480 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the completed qualification.

Mandatory units

Entrepreneurship Development (20 credits)
Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management (20 credits)
International Logistics Management (20 credits)
Project Management (20 credits)
Strategic Procurement (20 credits)
Supply Chain Planning and Control (20 credits)

Duration and Delivery:

BBA’s third year in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is designed to allocate one academic year to full-time learning. However, due to its versatile and flexible delivery, SIMI accommodates part-time and distance learning learners.

The qualification is delivered face-to-face through lectures, tutorials, and seminars as well as by distance and online methods through SIMI-approved centers only.

Assessment and verification

All units within Third Year BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management are internally assessed by SIMI and externally verified by our accredited bodies. All the courses are criterion-referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.

After successfully completing the Third year of the BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain, learners will earn a Level 6 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management qualification of OTHM United Kingdom. This qualification is fully accredited and recognized by Ofqual.

Final Stage

The objective of the Final Stage of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is to provide learners with excellent research and innovation skills for all the aspects of business sectors.

The content of the final stage is focused on research and capstone projects in any area involved in Logistics & Supply chain area that students are interested in. Based on the thesis/ capstone projects, the students will gain a Bachelor degree in Majors from SIMI Swiss and BBA in Logistics & Supply Chain Management from Horizons University, France. The students could get 2 differences major based on the differences in thesis/capstone projects.

After finishing the final stage of BBA in Tourism and Hospitality, students could ready for careers in the private or public sector. Having completed BBA’s Final Stage in Logistics and Supply Chain Management will provide learners the opportunity to progress to Master Level.

Entry requirements

For entry onto the Final Stage of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, learners must possess:

Finished the Third year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 6 Diploma or equivalent
Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery center regarding this experience before registering for the program)
Learners must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
English requirements: If a learner is not from a predominantly English speaking country, proof of English language proficiency must be provided.

English requirements

Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent
IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent

Equivalences

The Final Stage of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation (SIMI) represents practical knowledge, skills, capabilities, and competencies that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Bachelor’s Degrees with Honors, Bachelor’s Degrees.

The Final Stage Structure:

The Final Stage of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management consists of 1 mandatory thesis/capstone projects units.

Mandatory units

Business Thesis/ Capstone Projects
Defend for Thesis/ Capstone Projects

Duration and Delivery:

BBA’s Final Stage in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is designed to allocate over 3 months to full-time learning. However, due to its versatile and flexible delivery, SIMI accommodates part-time and distance learning learners.

The qualification is delivered face-to-face through lectures, tutorials, and seminars as well as by distance and online methods through SIMI-approved centers only.

Assessment and verification

All units within Final Stage BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management are internally assessed by SIMI and externally verified by our accredited bodies. All the courses are criterion-referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.

After successfully completing the Final Stage of the BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, learners will obtain two academic degrees with different majors. The BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management of Horizons University, France, and the Bachelor in other majors (based on other capstone projects) from the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation.

Qualifications

After completing all academic requirements, learners will obtain the Accredited & Recognized Qualifications from OTHM United Kingdom, Horizons University, France, and the Swiss Institute of Management & Innovation (SIMI).

First Year

The first year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management of the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation (SIMI) represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities, and competencies that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Higher National Certificates (HNC), and Year 1 of a three-year EU Bachelor’s degree program.

After finished the First Year, learners will get an OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Accredited & Recognition No. 603/4531/7.

Second Year

The second year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management of the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation (SIMI) represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities, and competencies that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Foundation Degrees, Higher National Diploma (HND), and Year 2 of a three-year EU Bachelor’s degree

After finished the Second Year, learners will get an OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Accredited & Recognition No. 603/4546/9

Third Year

The third year of BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management of the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation (SIMI) represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities, and competencies that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Bachelor’s Degrees with Honors, Bachelor’s Degrees, Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).

After finished the Third Year, learners will get an OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Accredited & Recognition No. 603/4593/7

Final Stage

After finishing the Final Stage, students will get:

BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from Horizons University, France.
BBA in other majors from the Swiss Institute of Management & Innovation (SIMI)

Acceditation

The BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is the triple Degree program. Each of the Qualification bodies is recognized and accredited. This will help the learners more opportunities to get on practical knowledge and also have more chances for labor markets.

Accreditations and Recognitions of Horizons University, France

Ministry of Education, France

Horizons University is approved and legally authorized by the Ministry of Education of France to provide post-secondary education (Registration ID : 0451674A)

Paris Regional Professional Training Control Department

Horizons University is registered and authorized to provide professional training both in France and overseas (Reference ID : 11752996775)

Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP)

The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs is a U.S.-based entity accrediting business programs focused on teaching and learning. ACBSP is a recognized accrediting by the Council for Higher Education (CHEA), a U.S.-based national organization recognizing degree-granting colleges and universities.

European Council for Business Education (ECBE)

ECBE is an accreditation body headquartered in Belgium that accredits higher education programs across Europe to ensure excellence in business education and teaching. All Horizons University’s BBA, MBA, and DBA degrees are accredited by ECBE.

European Association for Distance Learning (EADL)

Horizons University is a member of EADL. EADL represents European organizations offering high quality and educationally sound distance learning.

CHEA - Council for Higher Education Accreditation

The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) is a U.S.-based organization of degree-granting colleges and universities. It identifies its purpose as providing national advocacy for self-regulation of academic quality through accreditation in order to certify the quality of higher education accrediting organizations, including regional, faith-based, private, career, and programmatic accrediting organizations. CHEA carries out periodic review (“recognition”) of institutional and programmatic accrediting organizations.

Accreditation for International Schools, Colleges, & Universities, ASIC, UK

ASIC is an independent, government-approved accreditation body specializing in the accreditation of schools, colleges, universities, training organizations, online and distance education providers, both in the UK and overseas. ASIC accreditation is recognized by the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI), part of the Home Office. Horizons University is an accredited Institution by ASIC

ATHEA - Institutional Member

The Association for Transnational Higher Education Accreditation (ATHEA) is a voluntary, non-governmental membership association dedicated to quality assurance and improvement through accreditation via peer evaluation. Accreditation by the Board of Commissioners instills public confidence in the institutional mission, goals, performance, and resources through its rigorous accreditation standards and their enforcement of those standards. ATHEA’s Standards for Accreditation are based on the European Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance (ESG) required for recognition by the European Quality Assurance Register in Higher Education (EQAR). Horizons University is a founding member of ATHEA.

FEDE

FEDE – Horizons University is a member of FEDE, the European School Federation

Accreditations and Recognitions of OTHM United Kingdom

Ofqual United Kingdom

Ofqual is responsible for maintaining standards and confidence in qualifications. Ofqual looks after GCSEs and A levels in England, and a wide range of vocational qualifications in England. Ofqual also regulates the National Curriculum Assessments in England. OTHM is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation)

Full member of Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB)

FAB is the trade association for vocational awarding bodies in the UK, which represents the interests of over 110 awarding bodies by liaising with key stakeholders, including the regulators, government departments, and funding agencies. FAB also provides information, advice, and guidance to its members to support them in providing high quality and valued vocational qualifications. OTHM is a full member of FAB.

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