The only Swiss
Bachelor of Business Administration with fully recognized qualifications for each year
The Swiss Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program stands out as the only program in Switzerland that offers fully recognized qualifications for each academic year. This unique structure provides students with the opportunity to earn globally recognized credentials at the end of every year, allowing them to build their career while continuing their studies. It’s designed to equip students with not only a comprehensive education in business but also a competitive edge in the job market from the very beginning of their studies.
Key Benefits of Fully Recognized Yearly Qualifications:
Early Career Entry
Financial Flexibility
Increased Employability
Career Security
Global Recognition
Academic and Professional Balance
Flexibility in Progression
Along with globally recognized yearly qualifications, the SIMI Swiss BBA program understands what bachelor’s students need:
- Fully Accredited & Recognized
- The Swiss Student Card confirms official Swiss student status and eligibility with SIMI Swiss.
- Certified & Micro-Credentials Included
- Multiple Degrees from SIMI & Prestigious Universities
- Stay updated with the latest trends
- Learn in a flexible way
- Expand your business network
- Academic Support While Studying
Qualifications & Professional Recognition within a BBA Program:
- Year 1: Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Business Management (Gov Recognition No. 601/6048/2)
- Year 2: Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Business Management (Gov Recognition No. 601/6049/4)
- Year 3: Qualifi Level 6 Diploma in Business Management (Gov Recognition No. 603/1037/6)
- Final Stage: SIMI Swiss Bachelor of Business Administration (Full Accreditation & Recognition HERE)
Learn and Earn
Year 1 Learn
1. Communications in Organisations (D/507/1581)
Overview
- This unit is divided into three parts and examines Communications at an organisational level, interpersonal communications and managing internal and external communications.
- Effective communications are vital to the success of any organisation, to ensure understanding, involvement and commitment to organisational policies and procedures.
- Organisations today often need to change their policies and procedures to survive in the developing local and global economies. It is important for managers to realise the importance of sound communication practice and systems to ensure the effective development and dissemination of new ideas and decisions for change.
- This unit will help managers explore the links between good communications and the development of workforce understanding and commitment to change by considering what is meant by good communications practice. It will then help them look at their communication skills as well as how to improve links between their team, other parts of the organisation and beyond.
Unit Aims
- The unit aims to develop the learner’s awareness of organisational, personal, team and external communications. Communication practices, systems, styles and tools are explored and how they support individual and group’s commitment to organisations and their objectives.
- Interpersonal communication with an emphasis on analysing the learner’s own personal style to empower and improve personal communication skills is central to the unit. For this purpose, learners should obtain feedback on their input at meetings, presentations, interviews and in discussions with peers and tutors.
Course Details
- View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
2. Leadership and the Organisation (H/507/1582)
The aim of this Master Award is to develop learners’ understanding of the key principles and practice of leadership. This will enhance the individuals’ knowledge, skills and attributes to effectively engage in the role and responsibilities required of an effective team player and leader of a team; being proactive in innovation and improvement to inform strategy and business planning within the organisation.
This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
3. Financial Awareness (M/507/1584)
The aim of this Master Award is to develop learners’ understanding of how the effective strategic management of human resources supports the achievement of organisational objectives in different contexts. Learners will evaluate the contribution of strategic human resource management, and the application of leadership and management theory for organisational benefit.
This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
4. Managing Change (A/507/1586)
The aim of this Master Award is to introduce learners to the basics of business processes and strategies related to enterprise and entrepreneurship, developing knowledge of enterprise and entrepreneurship in global contexts.
This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
5. Business Operations (F/507/1587)
The aim of this Master Award is to develop learners’ ability to enable learners to apply financial principles relevant to management in an organisational context, including analytical techniques and theories/models of management accounting, evaluation of budgetary processes, recommending funding sources and appraising investment options.
This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
6. Developing Teams (J/507/1588)
Overview
- This unit is divided into three parts and examines Communications at an organisational level, interpersonal communications and managing internal and external communications.
- Effective communications are vital to the success of any organisation, to ensure understanding, involvement and commitment to organisational policies and procedures.
- Organisations today often need to change their policies and procedures to survive in the developing local and global economies. It is important for managers to realise the importance of sound communication practice and systems to ensure the effective development and dissemination of new ideas and decisions for change.
- This unit will help managers explore the links between good communications and the development of workforce understanding and commitment to change by considering what is meant by good communications practice. It will then help them look at their communication skills as well as how to improve links between their team, other parts of the organisation and beyond.
Unit Aims
- The unit aims to develop the learner’s awareness of organisational, personal, team and external communications. Communication practices, systems, styles and tools are explored and how they support individual and group’s commitment to organisations and their objectives.
- Interpersonal communication with an emphasis on analysing the learner’s own personal style to empower and improve personal communication skills is central to the unit. For this purpose, learners should obtain feedback on their input at meetings, presentations, interviews and in discussions with peers and tutors.
Micro-Credential Earn
- This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
- View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
Year 1 Earn
1. Get Qualifi Level 4 diploma in Business Management
Upon completing Year 1, students will receive:
- Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Business Management Sample Certificate and Transcript
- Qualification Number: 601/6048/2
Sample Diploma:
2. Earn 10 Level 4 Pro Recognized e-Certificates
Upon completing the first year, students will receive 10 Level 4 Pro Recognized e-Certificates:
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Developing Personal Skills: Develop essential personal skills for business, including communication, leadership, and decision-making.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Effective Communication: Learn various communication techniques used in business settings.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in The Business Environment: Explore external factors that affect businesses, such as economics, international dimensions, nature, and competition.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in The Marketing Mix: Understand and apply the marketing mix in business planning.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Strategic HRM: Manage employees as a valuable business asset through recruitment, rewards, and retention strategies.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Managing Ethically: Explore different management theories and models and their ethical implications.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Culture and the Organization: Understand the concept of organizational culture and its importance.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Customers and Customer Service: Recognize the importance of customers and provide excellent customer service.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Fundamentals of Accounting: Understand accounts and their use in assessing organizational health.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Financial Management and Control: Compare and contrast good and bad financial decision-making and their impact on the business.
Students can convert their e-certificates into hard copy certificates if needed (optional).
3. Gain competencies
Upon completing the first year, students will have acquired the following competencies and, along with the qualification received, will be ready to enter the workforce:
- Leadership Application: Understand and apply leadership principles in a business context.
- Business Management: Review and apply business management principles within an industry setting.
- Management in Specific Environments: Understand and apply management principles in specialized environments.
- Employability Enhancement: Improve employability by exploring the relationship between management theories and their practical application in the business world.
- Problem-Solving Techniques: Analyze and implement problem-solving techniques specific to business and industry.
- Information Analysis: Select, collate, review, and analyze information from a wide range of sources.
- Communication Skills: Effectively utilize verbal and written communication skills.
- Teamwork and Independence: Work independently and as part of a team.
- Personal Development: Manage personal development and growth.
4. Qualified for various positions
Upon completing a Level 4 RQF diploma with these competencies, learners would be qualified for various entry-level and junior management roles across multiple industries. Here are some potential positions:
- Junior Manager: Oversee small teams or projects, applying leadership and management principles learned during the diploma.
- Team Leader: Supervise a team, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and according to business objectives.
- Assistant Manager: Support senior management in decision-making, problem-solving, and overseeing daily operations.
- Project Coordinator: Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects within a business environment.
- Operations Supervisor: Manage and oversee day-to-day operational activities, ensuring processes run smoothly.
- Business Development Associate: Contribute to the growth of the company by analyzing market trends, exploring new business opportunities, and applying business management principles.
- Sales Supervisor: Lead a small sales team, developing strategies and managing customer relationships to meet sales targets.
- Customer Service Supervisor: Oversee customer service teams, ensuring high-quality support and resolving customer issues.
- HR Assistant: Support human resources departments by applying management principles to recruiting, training, and employee development tasks.
- Marketing Coordinator: Assist in implementing marketing campaigns and strategies, working with teams to analyze data and improve outcomes.
These roles offer opportunities to further develop the skills acquired in the diploma and prepare for more senior positions over time.
Year 2 Learn
1. Responding to the Changing Business Environment (R/507/1612)
Overview
- This unit is divided into three parts and examines Communications at an organisational level, interpersonal communications and managing internal and external communications.
- Effective communications are vital to the success of any organisation, to ensure understanding, involvement and commitment to organisational policies and procedures.
- Organisations today often need to change their policies and procedures to survive in the developing local and global economies. It is important for managers to realise the importance of sound communication practice and systems to ensure the effective development and dissemination of new ideas and decisions for change.
- This unit will help managers explore the links between good communications and the development of workforce understanding and commitment to change by considering what is meant by good communications practice. It will then help them look at their communication skills as well as how to improve links between their team, other parts of the organisation and beyond.
Unit Aims
- The unit aims to develop the learner’s awareness of organisational, personal, team and external communications. Communication practices, systems, styles and tools are explored and how they support individual and group’s commitment to organisations and their objectives.
- Interpersonal communication with an emphasis on analysing the learner’s own personal style to empower and improve personal communication skills is central to the unit. For this purpose, learners should obtain feedback on their input at meetings, presentations, interviews and in discussions with peers and tutors.
Course Details
- View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
2. Effective Decision Making (Y/507/1513)
The aim of this Master Award is to develop learners’ understanding of the key principles and practice of leadership. This will enhance the individuals’ knowledge, skills and attributes to effectively engage in the role and responsibilities required of an effective team player and leader of a team; being proactive in innovation and improvement to inform strategy and business planning within the organisation.
This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
3. Business Development (D/507/1614)
The aim of this Master Award is to develop learners’ understanding of how the effective strategic management of human resources supports the achievement of organisational objectives in different contexts. Learners will evaluate the contribution of strategic human resource management, and the application of leadership and management theory for organisational benefit.
This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
4. Business Models and Growing Organisations (H/507/1615)
The aim of this Master Award is to introduce learners to the basics of business processes and strategies related to enterprise and entrepreneurship, developing knowledge of enterprise and entrepreneurship in global contexts.
This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
5. Customer Management (K/507/1616)
The aim of this Master Award is to develop learners’ ability to enable learners to apply financial principles relevant to management in an organisational context, including analytical techniques and theories/models of management accounting, evaluation of budgetary processes, recommending funding sources and appraising investment options.
This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
6. Risk Management and Organisations (T/507/1618)
Overview
- This unit is divided into three parts and examines Communications at an organisational level, interpersonal communications and managing internal and external communications.
- Effective communications are vital to the success of any organisation, to ensure understanding, involvement and commitment to organisational policies and procedures.
- Organisations today often need to change their policies and procedures to survive in the developing local and global economies. It is important for managers to realise the importance of sound communication practice and systems to ensure the effective development and dissemination of new ideas and decisions for change.
- This unit will help managers explore the links between good communications and the development of workforce understanding and commitment to change by considering what is meant by good communications practice. It will then help them look at their communication skills as well as how to improve links between their team, other parts of the organisation and beyond.
Unit Aims
- The unit aims to develop the learner’s awareness of organisational, personal, team and external communications. Communication practices, systems, styles and tools are explored and how they support individual and group’s commitment to organisations and their objectives.
- Interpersonal communication with an emphasis on analysing the learner’s own personal style to empower and improve personal communication skills is central to the unit. For this purpose, learners should obtain feedback on their input at meetings, presentations, interviews and in discussions with peers and tutors.
Micro-Credential Earn
- This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
- View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
Year 2 Earn
1. Get Qualifi Level 5 diploma in Business Management
Upon completing Year 2, students will receive:
- Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Business Management Sample Certificate and Transcript
- Qualification Number: 601/6049/4
Sample Diploma:
2. Earn 10 Level 4 Pro Recognized e-Certificates
Upon completing the first year, students will receive 10 Level 5 Pro Recognized e-Certificates:
- Level 5 e-Certificate in The Entrepreneurial Manager: Explore the characteristics and skills of entrepreneurs, including innovation, risk-taking, leadership, and problem-solving.
- Level 5 e-Certificate in Organisational Structures: Understand the factors that influence organisational structure, such as size, industry, culture, and strategy.
- Level 5 e-Certificate in Practical Accounting Analysis: Analyse accounts to gain insights into financial performance, identify trends, and inform decision-making.
- Level 5 e-Certificate in Business Planning and Goal Setting: Develop clear goals and objectives for a business, create a strategic plan, and allocate resources effectively.
- Level 5 e-Certificate in Politics and Business: Explore the impact of political factors on business, including government policies, regulations, and economic conditions.
- Level 5 e-Certificate in Business Law: Understand the legal responsibilities of managers, including employment law, contract law, and corporate governance.
- Level 5 e-Certificate in Managing in Today’s World: Explore modern business practices, such as sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and ethical leadership.
- Level 5 e-Certificate in Performance Management: Improve employee and business performance through strategies such as performance reviews, goal setting, and training and development.
- Level 5 e-Certificate in Marketing and Sales Planning: Develop a comprehensive marketing and sales plan, including market research, target market identification, product positioning, and sales strategies.
- Level 5 e-Certificate in Quantitative Skills: Acquire knowledge of numeric exercises and their application in business, including financial analysis, data analysis, and statistical modelling.
Students can convert their e-certificates into hard copy certificates if needed (optional).
3. Gain competencies
Upon completing the first year, students will have acquired the following competencies and, along with the qualification received, will be ready to enter the workforce:
- Apply leadership principles in a business environment.
- Review and implement business management principles within industry settings.
- Utilize management principles in specific organizational environments.
- Enhance employability by connecting management theories to practical business applications.
- Utilize problem-solving techniques tailored to business and industry challenges.
- Select, analyze, and synthesize information from diverse sources.
- Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Work autonomously and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Manage personal development and continuous growth effectively.
4. Qualified for various positions
A Level 5 Diploma in Business Administration typically prepares individuals for mid-level management and professional roles within various industries. Here are some qualified positions for someone with a Level 5 Diploma in Business:
- Assistant Manager: Supporting senior managers in overseeing teams and handling departmental responsibilities.
- Operations Supervisor: Managing daily operations, ensuring efficient processes, and meeting organizational goals.
- Business Development Executive: Identifying growth opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and driving business expansion.
- Project Manager: Leading and managing projects from conception to completion, ensuring they meet timelines and objectives.
- Marketing Manager: Planning and executing marketing strategies, managing campaigns, and analyzing market trends.
- Human Resources Officer: Overseeing recruitment, employee relations, and implementing HR policies.
- Sales Manager: Leading sales teams, setting sales goals, and developing strategies to increase revenue.
- Customer Service Manager: Managing customer service teams and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Finance Officer: Assisting in budgeting, financial planning, and overseeing financial operations.
These roles involve a higher level of responsibility and decision-making, often requiring a combination of practical experience and theoretical knowledge gained through the Level 5 qualification.
Year 3 Learn
1. Communications in Organisations (D/507/1581)
Overview
- This unit is divided into three parts and examines Communications at an organisational level, interpersonal communications and managing internal and external communications.
- Effective communications are vital to the success of any organisation, to ensure understanding, involvement and commitment to organisational policies and procedures.
- Organisations today often need to change their policies and procedures to survive in the developing local and global economies. It is important for managers to realise the importance of sound communication practice and systems to ensure the effective development and dissemination of new ideas and decisions for change.
- This unit will help managers explore the links between good communications and the development of workforce understanding and commitment to change by considering what is meant by good communications practice. It will then help them look at their communication skills as well as how to improve links between their team, other parts of the organisation and beyond.
Unit Aims
- The unit aims to develop the learner’s awareness of organisational, personal, team and external communications. Communication practices, systems, styles and tools are explored and how they support individual and group’s commitment to organisations and their objectives.
- Interpersonal communication with an emphasis on analysing the learner’s own personal style to empower and improve personal communication skills is central to the unit. For this purpose, learners should obtain feedback on their input at meetings, presentations, interviews and in discussions with peers and tutors.
Course Details
- View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
2. Leadership and the Organisation (H/507/1582)
The aim of this Master Award is to develop learners’ understanding of the key principles and practice of leadership. This will enhance the individuals’ knowledge, skills and attributes to effectively engage in the role and responsibilities required of an effective team player and leader of a team; being proactive in innovation and improvement to inform strategy and business planning within the organisation.
This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
3. Financial Awareness (M/507/1584)
The aim of this Master Award is to develop learners’ understanding of how the effective strategic management of human resources supports the achievement of organisational objectives in different contexts. Learners will evaluate the contribution of strategic human resource management, and the application of leadership and management theory for organisational benefit.
This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
4. Managing Change (A/507/1586)
The aim of this Master Award is to introduce learners to the basics of business processes and strategies related to enterprise and entrepreneurship, developing knowledge of enterprise and entrepreneurship in global contexts.
This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
5. Business Operations (F/507/1587)
The aim of this Master Award is to develop learners’ ability to enable learners to apply financial principles relevant to management in an organisational context, including analytical techniques and theories/models of management accounting, evaluation of budgetary processes, recommending funding sources and appraising investment options.
This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
6. Developing Teams (J/507/1588)
Overview
- This unit is divided into three parts and examines Communications at an organisational level, interpersonal communications and managing internal and external communications.
- Effective communications are vital to the success of any organisation, to ensure understanding, involvement and commitment to organisational policies and procedures.
- Organisations today often need to change their policies and procedures to survive in the developing local and global economies. It is important for managers to realise the importance of sound communication practice and systems to ensure the effective development and dissemination of new ideas and decisions for change.
- This unit will help managers explore the links between good communications and the development of workforce understanding and commitment to change by considering what is meant by good communications practice. It will then help them look at their communication skills as well as how to improve links between their team, other parts of the organisation and beyond.
Unit Aims
- The unit aims to develop the learner’s awareness of organisational, personal, team and external communications. Communication practices, systems, styles and tools are explored and how they support individual and group’s commitment to organisations and their objectives.
- Interpersonal communication with an emphasis on analysing the learner’s own personal style to empower and improve personal communication skills is central to the unit. For this purpose, learners should obtain feedback on their input at meetings, presentations, interviews and in discussions with peers and tutors.
Micro-Credential Earn
- This course is accredited and mapped to National Occupational Standards. It can also be accumulated towards earning a Master Award from SIMI Swiss if taken independently.
- View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
Year 3 Earn
1. Get Qualifi Level 4 diploma in Business Management
Upon completing Year 1, students will receive:
- Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Business Management Sample Certificate and Transcript
- Qualification Number: 601/6048/2
Sample Diploma:
2. Earn 10 Level 4 Pro Recognized e-Certificates
Upon completing the first year, students will receive 10 Level 4 Pro Recognized e-Certificates:
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Developing Personal Skills: Develop essential personal skills for business, including communication, leadership, and decision-making.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Effective Communication: Learn various communication techniques used in business settings.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in The Business Environment: Explore external factors that affect businesses, such as economics, international dimensions, nature, and competition.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in The Marketing Mix: Understand and apply the marketing mix in business planning.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Strategic HRM: Manage employees as a valuable business asset through recruitment, rewards, and retention strategies.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Managing Ethically: Explore different management theories and models and their ethical implications.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Culture and the Organization: Understand the concept of organizational culture and its importance.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Customers and Customer Service: Recognize the importance of customers and provide excellent customer service.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Fundamentals of Accounting: Understand accounts and their use in assessing organizational health.
- Level 4 e-Certificate in Financial Management and Control: Compare and contrast good and bad financial decision-making and their impact on the business.
Students can convert their e-certificates into hard copy certificates if needed (optional).
3. Gain competencies
Upon completing the first year, students will have acquired the following competencies and, along with the qualification received, will be ready to enter the workforce:
- Leadership Application: Understand and apply leadership principles in a business context.
- Business Management: Review and apply business management principles within an industry setting.
- Management in Specific Environments: Understand and apply management principles in specialized environments.
- Employability Enhancement: Improve employability by exploring the relationship between management theories and their practical application in the business world.
- Problem-Solving Techniques: Analyze and implement problem-solving techniques specific to business and industry.
- Information Analysis: Select, collate, review, and analyze information from a wide range of sources.
- Communication Skills: Effectively utilize verbal and written communication skills.
- Teamwork and Independence: Work independently and as part of a team.
- Personal Development: Manage personal development and growth.
4. Qualified for various positions
Upon completing a Level 4 RQF diploma with these competencies, learners would be qualified for various entry-level and junior management roles across multiple industries. Here are some potential positions:
- Junior Manager: Oversee small teams or projects, applying leadership and management principles learned during the diploma.
- Team Leader: Supervise a team, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and according to business objectives.
- Assistant Manager: Support senior management in decision-making, problem-solving, and overseeing daily operations.
- Project Coordinator: Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects within a business environment.
- Operations Supervisor: Manage and oversee day-to-day operational activities, ensuring processes run smoothly.
- Business Development Associate: Contribute to the growth of the company by analyzing market trends, exploring new business opportunities, and applying business management principles.
- Sales Supervisor: Lead a small sales team, developing strategies and managing customer relationships to meet sales targets.
- Customer Service Supervisor: Oversee customer service teams, ensuring high-quality support and resolving customer issues.
- HR Assistant: Support human resources departments by applying management principles to recruiting, training, and employee development tasks.
- Marketing Coordinator: Assist in implementing marketing campaigns and strategies, working with teams to analyze data and improve outcomes.
These roles offer opportunities to further develop the skills acquired in the diploma and prepare for more senior positions over time.
Bachelor Final Stage Learn
Capstone Project
Overview
- This unit is divided into three parts and examines Communications at an organisational level, interpersonal communications and managing internal and external communications.
- Effective communications are vital to the success of any organisation, to ensure understanding, involvement and commitment to organisational policies and procedures.
- Organisations today often need to change their policies and procedures to survive in the developing local and global economies. It is important for managers to realise the importance of sound communication practice and systems to ensure the effective development and dissemination of new ideas and decisions for change.
- This unit will help managers explore the links between good communications and the development of workforce understanding and commitment to change by considering what is meant by good communications practice. It will then help them look at their communication skills as well as how to improve links between their team, other parts of the organisation and beyond.
Unit Aims
- The unit aims to develop the learner’s awareness of organisational, personal, team and external communications. Communication practices, systems, styles and tools are explored and how they support individual and group’s commitment to organisations and their objectives.
- Interpersonal communication with an emphasis on analysing the learner’s own personal style to empower and improve personal communication skills is central to the unit. For this purpose, learners should obtain feedback on their input at meetings, presentations, interviews and in discussions with peers and tutors.
Course Details
- View details on Learning Outcomes, Topics, and Suggested Readings HERE.
Bachelor Final Stage Earn
1. Get Bachelor of Business Administration in majors
Upon completing Year 2, students will receive:
- Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Business Management Sample Certificate and Transcript
- Qualification Number: 601/6049/4
Sample Diploma:
2. Gain competencies
Upon completing the first year, students will have acquired the following competencies and, along with the qualification received, will be ready to enter the workforce:
- Apply leadership principles in a business environment.
- Review and implement business management principles within industry settings.
- Utilize management principles in specific organizational environments.
- Enhance employability by connecting management theories to practical business applications.
- Utilize problem-solving techniques tailored to business and industry challenges.
- Select, analyze, and synthesize information from diverse sources.
- Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Work autonomously and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Manage personal development and continuous growth effectively.
3. Qualified for various positions
A Level 5 Diploma in Business Administration typically prepares individuals for mid-level management and professional roles within various industries. Here are some qualified positions for someone with a Level 5 Diploma in Business:
- Assistant Manager: Supporting senior managers in overseeing teams and handling departmental responsibilities.
- Operations Supervisor: Managing daily operations, ensuring efficient processes, and meeting organizational goals.
- Business Development Executive: Identifying growth opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and driving business expansion.
- Project Manager: Leading and managing projects from conception to completion, ensuring they meet timelines and objectives.
- Marketing Manager: Planning and executing marketing strategies, managing campaigns, and analyzing market trends.
- Human Resources Officer: Overseeing recruitment, employee relations, and implementing HR policies.
- Sales Manager: Leading sales teams, setting sales goals, and developing strategies to increase revenue.
- Customer Service Manager: Managing customer service teams and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Finance Officer: Assisting in budgeting, financial planning, and overseeing financial operations.
These roles involve a higher level of responsibility and decision-making, often requiring a combination of practical experience and theoretical knowledge gained through the Level 5 qualification.
Entry requirements & Learning methods
1. Entry Requirements
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 this program, learners must possess one of the criteria below:
- A Bachelor’s qualification in Majors from accredited universities;
- Or a Level 6 EQF diploma or equivalent. Level 6 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:
- In the case where applicants do not have an English certificate, SIMI and its exclusive scientific partner will conduct an internal English test and review each applicant individually.
- MI Swiss and SIMI Swiss do not accept entry qualifications from counterfeit universities, Diploma Mills, or universities accredited by unreliable accreditation agencies.
- SIMI and MI Swiss reserve the right to make admissions decisions based on the requirements of recognized agencies and the global quotas of the program.
2. Learning methods
The qualification is designed to be delivered over 1,5 academic year for full-time study, but it is also flexible in its delivery in order to accommodate part-time and distance learning.
The qualification is delivered face-to-face, through lectures, tutorials, seminars, distance, online by SIMI Swiss, SIMI members and/or SIMI approved centres only
3. Academic Support
We understand that pursuing an accredited postgraduate program can be both exciting and challenging, especially for busy adult learners. To help you overcome these challenges, we’ve created the SIMI Swiss Supporting Systems, designed to guide you through any difficulties during your studies.
For a full overview of the support available, be sure to watch our informative videos, offering help at every stage of your academic journey.
Supplemental resources and Master Pro Certified
1. Supply 30 courses mapped to National Occupational Standards
The National Occupational Standard is a crucial benchmark that ensures educational programs meet workplace demands. The MBA Swiss program is fully aligned with the Senior Leader position according to the national competency framework.
Beyond the comprehensive MBA curriculum, students gain access to an additional 30 professional modules covering a wide range of specializations. This expanded knowledge base enables students to build on their classroom learning and directly apply it to their specific job roles and needs, offering valuable tools for professional growth.
Unlike other study materials, this interactive and exclusive set of resources, developed by SIMI Swiss, is specifically designed for self-study. The knowledge system, aligned with the National Occupational Standard, is divided into 30 knowledge groups, each further broken down into bite-sized lessons. This approach allows students to absorb content quickly and effectively, even when away from their computer or phone.
- Learn more about the National Occupational Standard system [HERE].
- Learn more about the exclusive pedagogy for the supplemental interactive study materials [HERE].
- Learn more about the Master Professional Certified [HERE]
The 30 interactive courses that enhance knowledge and automatically accumulate 30 separate Master Pro Certifications include:
- Qualities of effective leadership: Learners will explore the making and developing of powerful leaders.
- Developing interpersonal skills: Connecting and bonding with people within the commercial sectors is extremely important for good business. This module trains learners in skills to improve and enhance communication techniques to create strong bonds.
- Motivating and influencing people: Inspiring people to create a unity of direction within business.
- Making decisions: Doing the right things in the right way at the right time. Learners will look at the process of making a good decision.
- Creativity and problem-solving: Do problems pose a threat or are they an opportunity to improve? Here, learners will figure out how to turn a problem into an advantage.
- Studying and using management theories: There are many theories concerned with management and the various models developed from these theories. This module looks over these theories with real-life examples.
- The external operating environment of business: Planning for influences on the business outside your control.
- Culture and ethics: The culture and ethics involved in the business world today.
- Governance and directorships: Structuring and controlling a business in a professional way.
- Analysing the competition: What are my competitors doing, how are they doing it, and why are they doing it? Reviewing and analysing competitors’ actions to enhance managerial roles.
- Marketing strategy: Creating an effective and successful market presence. Looking at the development of marketing strategies to create successful marketing campaigns.
- High performance sales: Learners will grasp the key elements of successful selling.
- E-Marketing communication: Understanding and using effective electronic messages to market.
- Customers and their needs: Ensuring that your customers are recognised and valued.
- Strategic human resource management: Human Resource Management must play a central role in the strategy of any organization. It is concerned with people as an asset of the business.
- Recruiting and CPD: Getting the best people. Developing the best people. Keeping the best people.
- Measuring and rewarding performance: Knowing and measuring how your people are performing.
- Interpreting business accounts: Using and understanding the litmus tests of business health.
- Tools of financial analysis: Resources, tools, and techniques to keep a finger on the pulse of the business.
- Managing cash and working capital: Cash, cash flow, and working capital. The lifeblood of business.
- Exercises in quantitative techniques: How to use and understand key figures.
- Impact of technology on business: Analyse and exploit the role of e-business within a business sector.
- Innovation and R&D: Creating commercial advantage from innovation and research.
- Implementing and managing quality systems: Right first time, right every time. The place of quality in business strategy.
- Strategic planning tools: Resources, tools, and ideas to help create an effective business strategy.
- Strategic and systems management: Options for strategic direction. Making the right choices for your business.
- The business plan: Creating a plan that targets the stated aims and objectives of a business.
- Developing high-performance teams: Cohesion and teamwork that enhances business performance.
- Managing projects: Getting things done. Using the right tools to run projects.
- Strategies for growth: This module explores the different ideas of growth and the various tools, measures, and controls at a manager’s disposal in planning for growth.
2. Supply 30 webinars mapped to National Occupational Standards
In addition to comprehensive lessons with built-in interactive activities and an exclusive self-study pedagogy, each knowledge module aligned with the National Occupational Standard includes instructional videos (webinars). MBA Swiss students are provided with 30 video webinars corresponding to the 30 interactive modules, ensuring a well-rounded and complete learning experience.
The 30 video webinars include:
- Webinar - Qualities of effective leadership: Learners will explore the making and developing of powerful leaders.
- Webinar - Developing interpersonal skills: Connecting and bonding with people within the commercial sectors is extremely important for good business. This module trains learners in skills to improve and enhance communication techniques to create strong bonds.
- Webinar - Motivating and influencing people: Inspiring people to create a unity of direction within business.
- Webinar - Making decisions: Doing the right things in the right way at the right time. Learners will look at the process of making a good decision.
- Webinar - Creativity and problem-solving: Do problems pose a threat or are they an opportunity to improve? Here, learners will figure out how to turn a problem into an advantage.
- Webinar - Studying and using management theories: There are many theories concerned with management and the various models developed from these theories. This module looks over these theories with real-life examples.
- Webinar - The external operating environment of business: Planning for influences on the business outside your control.
- Webinar - Culture and ethics: The culture and ethics involved in the business world today.
- Webinar - Governance and directorships: Structuring and controlling a business in a professional way.
- Webinar - Analysing the competition: What are my competitors doing, how are they doing it, and why are they doing it? Reviewing and analysing competitors’ actions to enhance managerial roles.
- Webinar - Marketing strategy: Creating an effective and successful market presence. Looking at the development of marketing strategies to create successful marketing campaigns.
- Webinar - High performance sales: Learners will grasp the key elements of successful selling.
- Webinar - E-Marketing communication: Understanding and using effective electronic messages to market.
- Webinar - Customers and their needs: Ensuring that your customers are recognised and valued.
- Webinar - Strategic human resource management: Human Resource Management must play a central role in the strategy of any organization. It is concerned with people as an asset of the business.
- Webinar - Recruiting and CPD: Getting the best people. Developing the best people. Keeping the best people.
- Webinar - Measuring and rewarding performance: Knowing and measuring how your people are performing.
- Webinar - Interpreting business accounts: Using and understanding the litmus tests of business health.
- Webinar - Tools of financial analysis: Resources, tools, and techniques to keep a finger on the pulse of the business.
- Webinar - Managing cash and working capital: Cash, cash flow, and working capital. The lifeblood of business.
- Webinar - Exercises in quantitative techniques: How to use and understand key figures.
- Webinar - Impact of technology on business: Analyse and exploit the role of e-business within a business sector.
- Webinar - Innovation and R&D: Creating commercial advantage from innovation and research.
- Webinar - Implementing and managing quality systems: Right first time, right every time. The place of quality in business strategy.
- Webinar - Strategic planning tools: Resources, tools, and ideas to help create an effective business strategy.
- Webinar - Strategic and systems management: Options for strategic direction. Making the right choices for your business.
- Webinar - The business plan: Creating a plan that targets the stated aims and objectives of a business.
- Webinar - Developing high-performance teams: Cohesion and teamwork that enhances business performance.
- Webinar - Managing projects: Getting things done. Using the right tools to run projects.
- Webinar - Strategies for growth: This module explores the different ideas of growth and the various tools, measures, and controls at a manager’s disposal in planning for growth.
3. Earn 30 Master Pro Certifications via automated testing
While an MBA degree certifies academic achievement at the Master's level, in the workplace, Master Pro Certifications help professionals demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and ability to take responsibility in their specific fields.
As a program mapped to National Occupational Standards, along with the supplemental knowledge system, students can engage in self-study through interactive lessons, attend webinars, and take online tests to earn 30 Master Pro Certifications. Each ProCert reflects Level 7 (Master Level), outlines the Learning Outcomes, and provides certification upon completion.
If students wish to convert their e-Master Pro Certifications to hard copies, they can use an optional service for a minimal fee.
The 30 Master ProCerts that learners can obtain during the MBA Swiss program (note: this is optional):
- Level 7 Certified for Qualities of effective leadership
- Level 7 Certified for Developing interpersonal skills
- Level 7 Certified for Motivating and influencing people
- Level 7 Certified for Making decisions
- Level 7 Certified for Creativity and problem-solving
- Level 7 Certified for Studying and using management theories
- Level 7 Certified for The external operating environment of business
- Level 7 Certified for Culture and ethics
- Level 7 Certified for Governance and directorships
- Level 7 Certified for Analysing the competition
- Level 7 Certified for Marketing strategy
- Level 7 Certified for High performance sales
- Level 7 Certified for E-Marketing communication
- Level 7 Certified for Customers and their needs
- Level 7 Certified for Strategic human resource management
- Level 7 Certified for Recruiting and CPD
- Level 7 Certified for Measuring and rewarding performance
- Level 7 Certified for Interpreting business accounts
- Level 7 Certified for Tools of financial analysis
- Level 7 Certified for Managing cash and working capital
- Level 7 Certified for Exercises in quantitative techniques
- Level 7 Certified for Impact of technology on business
- Level 7 Certified for Innovation and R&D
- Level 7 Certified for Implementing and managing quality systems
- Level 7 Certified for Strategic planning tools
- Level 7 Certified for Strategic and systems management
- Level 7 Certified for The business plan
- Level 7 Certified for Developing high-performance teams
- Level 7 Certified for Managing projects
- Level 7 Certified for Strategies for growth
Check out the way you could get 30 electric Master Professional Certified [Video HERE]
Program accreditations
1. Accreditation review guidelines by SIMI Swiss
SIMI is the first higher education institute in Zug, Switzerland, to achieve comprehensive international accreditations at both the organizational and program levels. The video below guides you through the step-by-step process of verifying and checking SIMI Swiss's accreditations and recognitions. All MBA Swiss programs, owned by SIMI Swiss, benefit from these quality standards.
2. Refer to MBA Swiss information in SVEB Switzerland
SVEB Switzerland (Schweizerischer Verband für Weiterbildung) is the Swiss Federation for Adult Learning and serves as the national umbrella organization for adult education in Switzerland. SVEB is recognized as the leading authority in Switzerland for promoting and supporting lifelong learning and professional development through a wide range of educational programs and certifications.
Benefits of the MBA Swiss Program Published in SVEB:
- National & Federal Recognition: Being published in SVEB gives the MBA Swiss program official recognition in Switzerland, validating its quality and adherence to Swiss educational standards.
- Increased Credibility: Membership and listing with SVEB enhance the credibility of the MBA Swiss program, making it more attractive to prospective students and employers who value SVEB-approved programs.
- Professional Advancement: Programs listed with SVEB are often aligned with the needs of the Swiss job market, increasing graduates' employability and supporting their career progression within Switzerland.
- Access to a Wider Network: Association with SVEB connects the MBA Swiss program to a broader network of educational institutions, professionals, and employers across Switzerland, offering opportunities for collaboration, networking, and knowledge exchange.
- Compliance with Swiss Standards: SVEB ensures that MBA Swiss programs meet high educational standards, including up-to-date content, qualified instructors, and effective teaching methods, enhancing the overall learning experience for students.
- Support for Lifelong Learning: SVEB’s focus on adult education means the MBA program aligns with lifelong learning principles, supporting students in their ongoing professional development.
Check the MBA Swiss program on SVEB HERE.
3. Accreditation of Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management of OTHM
The MBA program at SIMI Swiss offers a dual degree in partnership with OTHM, the Ofqual UK.Gov awarding body:
- Recognized as an organization by the educational authority of the United Kingdom, Ofqual (UK.Gov). Recognition Number: RN5284. Refer to the recognition information CLICK HERE
- OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is accredited with the Ofqual UK.Gov code 603/2181/7. Refer to the accreditation information CLICK HERE
Reference:
- Guidelines of how to check the recognition of OTHM: CLICK HERE
- Why Level UK offers optimal educational effectiveness for learners?: CLICK HERE
- The meaning of Level System in the labor market in the context of global labor mobility: CLICK HERE
- The meaning of Level System in global diploma recognition: CLICK HERE
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