The distinctions in accreditation and recognition:

This program is a collaboration between the Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body OTHM and SIMI Swiss. Both institutions have achieved reputable accreditations for both institutional and programmatic levels.

• SIMI Swiss is fully accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) at the highest level (Premier Institution) and the Master of Arts in TESOL 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.

Guidelines of how to check the accreditation of SIMI Swiss:

Guidelines of how to check the recognition of OTHM:

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, SIMI Swiss has developed the Supporting Systems, which are 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.

Learning Models:

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.

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.

The Master of Arts in TESOL Dual Qualifications program consists of 6 modules in pedagogy and 3 modules in English language teaching, totaling 180 UK credits, lasting a minimum of 1.5 years.

The 6 modules in pedagogy are worth 120 UK credits, including: 

• Contemporary Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Practice (20 UK credits)
• The Management of Educational Change (20 UK credits)
• Managing Effective Intercultural Communication and Perspectives (20 UK credits)
• Pedagogy and Practice in Education (20 UK credits)
• Leading Reflective Practice in Education (20 UK credits)
• Research Methods in Education (20 UK credits)

The 3 modules in English teaching are worth 60 UK credits, including:

• Teaching Reading and Writing (20 UK credits)
• Teaching Listening and Speaking (20 UK credits)
• Language Assessment and Testing (20 UK credits)

After each module, learners will take an ending exam. The end-of-module exams are application-oriented essays to help learners review knowledge, apply knowledge in the workplace, and improve the practical environment.

Graduating from the Master of Arts in TESOL Dual Qualifications program, the learner could:

• Develop leadership skills for educational management
• Attain accreditation as an educational manager with an international-standard pedagogical system
• Create educational models meeting quality management standards
• Plan marketing and enrollment strategies in a competitive educational landscape
• Lead and manage a team of lecturers, integrating modern teaching technologies
• Master the formation, evaluation, and management of training programs

Teaching and learning strategies:

The central training philosophy of the program starts from understanding the theory and case studies that are currently applied in world enterprises to the process of applying the learned knowledge to the enterprises themselves and the learners’ business environment. In addition to the practical knowledge, the program also equips the necessary skills for a business leader and manager in the volatile and risky global business context.

The program is Learner-centered and focuses on solving learners’ problems:

The Learner-centered training method will focus on solving learners’ problems through background knowledge and case studies that are applied in successful businesses worldwide. Through each module, learners will step by step solve management problems that they face every day with the guidance of the theoretical system, the practice system, expert lecturers and local teaching assistants.

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 Master of Arts in TESOL Dual Qualification, the learner must possess one of the criteria below:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Majors from accredited universities; or
• A Level 6 EQF diploma or equivalent. Level 6 Diploma degrees must be from organizations that are authorized to issue degrees 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 and SSE 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);
• 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;
• Programmatic accreditation by Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Bodies (OTHM, CTH);
• Learning outcomes are mapped to the UK national occupational standards by the Senior Leader Bureau United Kingdom;
• A Federal Member of SVEB (Swiss Federation for Adult Learning);
• Recognized by the United Kingdom Regulated Qualification Framework.

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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 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership is accredited by the UK’s government with the Qualification Number: 603/4248/1

Guidelines of how to check the recognition of OTHM:

Recognition of RQF Level 7 equivalent to a Master’s qualification in the United States:

Note: The information and images here are for reference purposes only regarding the recognition of OTHM’s RQF level 7 as equivalent to the Master’s level, and the information in the images may be related to another institution or organization, not under the ownership of the London Academy of Sciences (LAS). SIMI Swiss and SSE are not responsible for any inaccuracies arising from the information provided in the reference images.

Confirmation from the UK NARIC Examination Office regarding Level 7 Diploma:

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.

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.