Doctor of Business Administration Dual Qualifications (By Coursework)2 Doctor's qualifications from UK and Switzerland
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in one of 17 majors is a dual-qualification program, a collaboration between the UK National Qualifications Framework with the Swiss Education system. DBA is the highest scientific and academic qualification in Business Administration.
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in one of 17 majors program focuses on knowledge-intensive research in management and business administration. It has 2 stages (1) the learning phase and research in-depth issues of the organization with 8 modules; and (2) research phase and form a career-oriented applied doctoral thesis.
Through the process of study and research, students not only acquire applied research competency (a mandatory competency at the Doctoral level) but also develop profound and in-depth knowledge within every facet of business operations. This forms the foundation for conducting in-depth research and teaching within their passionate fields and industries.
Unlike the PhD in Management program, the DBA program focuses on highly applied and deeply specialized research within the candidate’s field of interest. Doctoral candidates can select the DBA majors (according to the list) upon graduation. Majors are shown right on the qualifications and transcript.
Upon graduation, students will receive:
- Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice from the Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body OTHM.
- Doctor of Business Administration in one of 17 majors from SIMI Swiss.
The distinctions in accreditation and recognition:
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program is a dual-qualification program where students will receive two independent Doctor’s qualifications upon completion. This program is a collaboration between the Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body OTHM and SIMI Swiss.
- SIMI is fully accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) at the highest level (Premier Institution) and the Doctor of Business Administration program is accredited by Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding body (OTHM).
- OTHM is a national-level examination and qualification system in the United Kingdom, accredited and recognized by Ofqual.
SIMI Swiss and OTHM are all organizations that have achieved reputation recognition and accreditation from the Programmatic to the Institutional levels.
Guidelines of how to check the accreditation of SIMI Swiss:
Guidelines of how to check the recognition of OTHM:
Learning Model:
SIMI programs offer a Fully Online or Hybrid learning model (conditionally applied), allowing students to study with original programs from Switzerland and partner countries. This enables students to achieve qualifications equivalent to those of full-time international students without the need to live in or attend on-site activities. The Broadcast classes with SIMI’s Lecturers on scheduled days are perfect for those with busy work lives or limited time during the week.
The following video will provide learners with a direct and comprehensive overview of enrolling in online classes at SIMI Swiss.
Supporting Systems:
We understand that pursuing a postgraduate accredited program can be both exciting and challenging, especially for busy adult learners. To assist in overcoming challenges, we’ve developed the SIMI Swiss Supporting Systems, designed to help navigate any difficulties during learners studies.
For a comprehensive overview of our support, please watch our informative videos for assistance at every step of your academic journey.
Effective SIMI Pedagogy:
At SIMI, we pay special attention to the effectiveness of our programs. As for our exclusive teaching method specifically designed for busy learners, we strongly believe that this method will allow learners to seamlessly integrate foundational theory and professional knowledge into the context of real life and career.
The following video will help you understand this method more deeply.
Research Support Systems:
We understand that internationally standardized research at the doctorate level necessitates close coordination between doctoral students and their supervising faculty. Observing many failures in PhD programs due to unclear research plans and insufficient guidance, SIMI, under its Smart University Strategy, has developed a rigorous and unique support system for researchers. This system enhances the efforts of our doctoral students, backed by their supervisors and our research management system, ensuring that their research not only meets international standards but is also publishable in ISI/SCOPUS-indexed journals.
This video will help you understand how the SIMI research support systems work:
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Dual Qualifications (By Coursework) program consists mandatory modules and a Doctor’s Dissertation, totaling 240 UK credits, lasting a minimum of 2.5 years and a maximum of 3 years.
Mandatory Modules:
- Developing Strategic Management and Leadership Potential (20 UK credits)
- Managing Strategic Change (20 UK credits)
- Project Development, Planning and Management (20 UK credits)
- Advanced Research Design and Methodologies (40 UK credits)
- Developing Research Capability (20 UK credits)
- Strategic Financial Management (20 UK credits)
- Strategic Human Resource Management (20 UK credits)
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation (20 UK credits)
Doctor’s Dissertation Stage (60 UK credits):
- Dissertation and Defend
Lists of majors:
- DBA in International Business
- DBA in Hospitality Management
- DBA in Public Administration
- DBA in Hospital Management
- DBA in Pharmaceutical Management
- DBA in Healthcare Management
- DBA in Human Resources Management
- DBA in Finance & Banking
- DBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- DBA in Tourism Management
- DBA in Luxury Management
- DBA in Engineer Management
- DBA in Technical Management
- DBA in Construction Management
- DBA in Design Management
- DBA in Information Technology Management
- And other majors based on the Doctoral dissertation.
Graduating from the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Dual Qualifications (By Coursework) program, the learner could:
- Developing critical thinking, in-depth research capabilities, and specialized knowledge for each business environment area (through specialized management courses at the Doctoral level).
- Applying research findings into their own organization and industry.
- Filtering and generating new applications and/or deeply applied applications for teaching purposes if the researcher is a lecturer.
- Mastering scientific research methods as a foundation for developing studies for their organization and industry.
Assessment and Verification:
All subjects of the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Dual Qualifications (By Coursework) program are evaluated by the London Academy of Sciences, the accreditation system and its partners are the OTHM UK. Learners must demonstrate mastery of knowledge and attain the competencies detailed in the program Syllabus.
In addition to the entry requirements, candidates applying to the program are also assessed for their suitability by the admissions committee before joining the program to ensure that they can acquire and benefit from the program.
Entry requirements:
To enroll the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Dual Qualifications (By Coursework) program , the learner must possess one of the criteria below:
- Learners must be over 24 years old;
- A Master’s qualification in Majors from accredited universities; or
- A Level 7 EQF diploma or equivalent. Level 7 Diploma must be from organizations that are authorized to issue qualifications and have been accredited.
English requirements:
If a learner is not from a predominantly English-speaking country, proof of English language proficiency must be provided.
- Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent;
- Or A minimum TOEFL score of 101 or IELTS 6.5; Reading and Writing must be at 6.5 or equivalent.
Please note: SIMI reserves the right to make admissions decisions based on the requirements of recognized agencies and the global quotas of the program.
Because the programs and qualifications offered are rigorously accredited by reputable organizations, upon graduation, students have the confidence to enter the job market, pursue further studies, and smoothly transition to other prestigious and equivalently reputable educational systems.
SIMI SWISS is the pioneering higher education institution with accreditation at both the programmatic and institutional levels:
- Accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) at the highest level (Premier Institution);
- A full member of SVEB (Swiss Federation for Adult Learning);
- Accreditation of the management system compatible with the European Quality Assurance Framework for Vocational Education and Training (EQAVET) and Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in the European Higher Education Area, awarded by the HEAD – Higher Education Accreditation Division;
- Achieve ISO 21001:2018, complying with the European Quality Assurance Framework for Vocational Education and Training (EQAVET) and the Quality Assurance in the Higher Education Area Requirements (EGS);
- Programs is recognized by Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Bodies;
- Learning outcomes are mapped to the UK national occupational standards.
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Guidelines of how to check the accreditation of SIMI Swiss:
OTHM is an Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body, achieved:
- Recognition at institutional level by the UK education authority Ofqual (UK.Gov) Recognition Number: RN5284
- OTHM Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice is accredited by the UK’s government with the Qualification Number: 603/6996/6
Guidelines of how to check the recognition of OTHM:
Upon completing the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Dual Qualifications (By Coursework) program, the learner will receive 2 Doctor’s qualifications:
- OTHM Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice
- Doctor of Business Administration in one of 17 majors from SIMI Swiss
OTHM Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice
OTHM Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice is a qualification in the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework, recognized not only by the UK government but also globally.
OTHM Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice:
- Level 8 according to the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and European Qualifications Framework (EQF)
- Sufficient training duration for Doctor recognition: 180 Credits
| Programme Description | |
|---|---|
| Ofqual inspection code | 603/6996/6 |
| Level UK Regulated Qualifications Framework | RQF |
| Minimum training time | 2 years |
| Total credits | 180 Credits |
| Total Qualification Time | 1800 Hours |
| Guided Learning Hours | 900 Hours |
| Language | English |
| Training Unit | Accredited and licensed by the Level UK |
| Examination unit | Level UK |
| Licensing Unit | OTHM UK |
Equivalence recognition of UK Level 8 Diploma with qualifications systems and levels of other education systems in the world
| Level | Qualification framework | Equivalent Degrees |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) | Level 8 diploma |
| 12 | Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) | Doctoral Degrees Professional Development Awards |
| Doctoral Degree | Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) | Doctorate, for example, doctor of philosophy (PhD or DPhil) |
| 8 | European Qualifications Framework (EQF) | Doctorate, for example, doctor of philosophy (PhD or DPhil) Level 8 Diploma |
| 10 | Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) | Doctoral Degree |
| 10 | African Continental Qualification Framework (ACQF) | Doctoral Degree |
| 8 | ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework (AQRF) | Doctoral Degree Level 8 Diploma |
Qualification and transcript template for OTHM Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice:
Qualification
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Doctor of Business Administration in Majors qualification from SIMI Swiss
In addition to the UK’s Level 8 National Qualifications Framework of the Doctor’s qualification, upon graduation, learners will receive the Doctor of Business Administration Qualification in one of 17 majors from SIMI Swiss with full accreditation at both the Institutional and Programmatic Levels.
List of Majors:
- DBA in International Business
- DBA in Hospitality Management
- DBA in Public Administration
- DBA in Hospital Management
- DBA in Pharmaceutical Management
- DBA in Healthcare Management
- DBA in Human Resources Management
- DBA in Finance & Banking
- DBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- DBA in Tourism Management
- DBA in Luxury Management
- DBA in Engineer Management
- DBA in Technical Management
- DBA in Construction Management
- DBA in Design Management
- DBA in Information Technology Management
- And other majors based on the Doctoral dissertation.
Certifications & Apostilles in Switzerland:
Certifications & Apostilles is the process by which The Cantonal Chancellery certifies original public documents of the Canton of Zug (where SIMI Swiss is authorized and licensed), thus validating them for use abroad. The process solely verifies the authenticity of the diploma, confirming its origin from the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation, and ensures the genuine signature of the chancellor/dean.
Below is an example of the Certification by Notary Public and confirm from Chancellor of State:
Note: The information provided here is accurate as of the publication date, and the content may be subject to changes based on the regulations of each country without prior notice.