Truly Swiss BBA - fully recognized and internationally accredited3 UK Accredited Diplomas + 1 BBA Degree with Honours from SIMI
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) is an international program covering international business practices, management, marketing, and communication. Upon completion of the BBA, students will be able to demonstrate business-oriented skills and knowledge. Students will master a blend of theoretical and practical knowledge. Additionally, they will identify managerial skills and requirements that they will be able to develop in future studies.
Each year, learners will receive the UK-accredited diploma from OTHM, and in the final year, learners will earn a BBA degree from SIMI Switzerland.
The objective of the BBA first year is to provide learners with an excellent foundation for building a career in a range of organizations. It is designed to ensure each learner is ‘business ready’: a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of business and management, and equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change.
The contents of the qualifications are focused on:
- Managing business communication
- Understanding the business environment and organizations in a global context
- Business functions including people management
- Quantitative methods in business
- Finance for managers
- Research and academic writing.
After finishing BBA’s first year, learners may have begun or are planning to transition into careers in the private or public sector. Having completed BBA’s first year, learners have obtained a Level 4 Diploma in Business Management qualification from the OTHM United Kingdom which will enable them to progress to the second year of their study or enter employment.
Entry requirements
For entry onto the first year of BBA in Global Business, 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 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 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
- Research and Academic Writing (20 credits)
- Business Environment (20 credits)
- Introduction to Business Communication (20 credits)
- Introduction to Quantitative Methods (20 credits)
- Introduction to Business Functions (20 credits)
- Introduction to Finance (20 credits)
Duration and Delivery
BBA’s first year 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 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, learners will earn a Level 4 Diploma in Business Management qualification of OTHM United Kingdom. This qualification is fully accredited and recognized by Ofqual.
The objective of BBA second year is to provide learners with an excellent foundation for a career range of organizations. It is designed to ensure that learner is ‘business ready’: a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of business and management, and equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change.
The content of the Second Year of BBA is focused on people management, managing projects, marketing, finance for managers, business law, business ethics, and social responsibility.
After finishing BBA’s second year, students may have begun or are planning to transition into careers in the private or public sector. Having completed BBA’s second year, students will be awarded an OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Business Management qualification, which is accredited and recognized by Ofqual and will provide learners the opportunity to progress further study or employment.
Entry requirements
For entry onto the Second Year of BBA, learners must possess:
- Finished the first year of BBA.
- 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
- 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 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 2 of a three-year EU Bachelor’s degree.
Second-year structure
The Second Year of BBA 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
- Human Resource Management (20 credits)
- Project Management (20 credits)
- Strategic Marketing (20 credits)
- Accounting for Managers (20 credits)
- Business Law (20 credits)
- Business Ethics (20 credits)
Duration and Delivery:
BBA’s second year 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 Global Business 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 Second year of the BBA, learners will earn a Level 5 Diploma in Business Management qualification of OTHM United Kingdom. This qualification is fully accredited and recognized by Ofqual.
The objective of BBA third year is to provide learners with an excellent foundation for a career range of organizations. It is designed to ensure that learner is ‘business ready’: a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of business and management, and 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 Third Year of BBA will provide learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment. The student will get the Level 6 Diploma in Business Management qualification of OTHM United Kingdom, fully recognized and accredited by Ofqual.
Entry requirements
For entry onto the Third Year of BBA, learners must possess:
- Finished the Second year of BBA.
- 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 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 Global Business 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
- Leadership and People Management (20 credits)
- Business Research Project (20 credits)
- Operations Management (20 credits)
- Financial Decision Making (20 credits)
- Sustainable Business Practices (20 credits)
- Strategic Human Resource Management (20 credits)
Duration and Delivery:
BBA’s third year 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 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 Third year of the BBA, learners will earn a Level 6 Diploma in Business Management qualification of OTHM United Kingdom. This qualification is fully accredited and recognized by Ofqual.
The objective of the Final Stage of BBA 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 that students are interested in. Based on the thesis/ capstone projects, the students will gain a BBA degree in Majors from SIMI Swiss. The students could get a major based on thesis/capstone projects.
After finishing the final stage of BBA in Global Business, students could be ready for careers in the private or public sector. Having completed BBA’s Final Stage will provide learners the opportunity to progress to Master Level.
Entry requirements
For entry onto the Final Stage of BBA, learners must possess:
- Finished the Third year of BBA in Global Business.
- 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 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 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 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 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 Final Stage of the BBA, learners will obtain BBA degrees with majors from the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation.
After completing all academic requirements, learners will obtain the Accredited & Recognized Qualifications from OTHM United Kingdom and the Swiss Institute of Management & Innovation (SIMI).
First Year
The first year of BBA in Global Business 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 Business Management. Accredited & Recognition No. 603/2174/X.
Second Year
The second year of BBA in Global Business 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 Business Management. Accredited & Recognition No. 603/2176/3
Third Year
The third year of BBA in Global Business 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 Business Management. Accredited & Recognition No. 603/2179/9
Final Stage
After finishing the Final Stage, students will get:
- BBA with Honours in majors from the Swiss Institute of Management & Innovation (SIMI)
SIMI Switzerland has been accredited the “premier institution” status by the ASIC, and the program is also accredited by Ofqual’s UK.
The programs are strictly accredited by prestigious organizations; then, the graduated learner confidence participates in the labor market or/and easy learning connected to prestigious and equivalent educational systems
OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Business Management
| Program Description | |
|---|---|
| Ofqual inspection code | 603/2174/X |
| Level UK regulation framework | RQF |
| Minimum training time | 1 year |
| Total credits | 120 Credits |
| Total learning time | 1200 Hours |
| Total time spent with instructors | 480 Hours |
| Language | English |
| Training unit | Accredited and licensed by the Level UK |
| Examination unit | Level UK |
| Licensing unit | OTHM UK |
OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Business Management
| Program Description | |
|---|---|
| Ofqual inspection code | 603/2176/3 |
| Level UK regulation framework | RQF |
| Minimum training time | 1 year |
| Total credits | 120 Credits |
| Total learning time | 1200 Hours |
| Total time spent with instructors | 480 Hours |
| Language | English |
| Training unit | Accredited and licensed by the Level UK |
| Examination unit | Level UK |
| Licensing unit | OTHM UK |
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management
| Program Description | |
|---|---|
| Ofqual inspection code | 603/2179/9 |
| Level UK regulation framework | RQF |
| Minimum training time | 1 year |
| Total credits | 120 Credits |
| Total learning time | 1200 Hours |
| Total time spent with instructors | 480 Hours |
| Language | English |
| Training unit | Accredited and licensed by the Level UK |
| Examination unit | Level UK |
| Licensing unit | OTHM UK |
SIMI Swiss BBA with Hons
SIMI Switzerland is accredited at the Institution level by the ASIC UK (the highest Premier Institute Level) and accreditation for each stage of the program under the UK national education system and the other accreditations.
Please refer to the page “Accreditation and Recognition” for more information about SIMI Switzerland recognition and accreditation