The program helps learners with the knowledge, education policies, world education trends as well as specialized management capabilities in a particular educational environment. The program also provides modern tools to help learners manage better, design better programs in the context of prestigious programs must have accreditations from prestigious accreditation organizations.

After graduation, learners will receive in the country according to the Level of OTHM UK, recognized the capacity level with Master degrees are recognized worldwide.

"SIMI Swiss is the exclusive and global program implementer."

Guidelines of how to check the accreditation of 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, 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 program is designed for fully online learning, or Hybrid learning (conditionally applied) in 1 year.

"As an exclusive collaboration program with SIMI Swiss, students can study together with students of SIMI Swiss's Master of Educational Management and Pedagogical Innovation (MEAMIP) program."

Mandatory Modules:

• 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)

Assessment and verification:

All Level UK program subjects are assessed by the London Academy of Sciences, the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation and the UK national qualifications testing and certification body OTHM. Students must demonstrate the acquisition of knowledge and attainment of competencies described in detail in the program's syllabus.

After completing the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Educational Management and Leadership, students can:

• Increase leadership capacity in the educational environment and related activities in a constantly changing educational environment.
• Equip yourself with the ability to self-study and develop yourself to become an educational manager who can manage an accredited international education system.
• Equip educational management skills to form an educational management system that meets standard educational quality management standards.
• Know how to plan strategies including marketing and enrollment in the context of fierce competition between schools and educational systems.
• Ability to lead lecturers and train management classes inherited from the teaching staff.
• Know how to plan and apply new technology to improve teaching and learning activities.
  Know how to form, evaluate, and manage training programs that meet output standards according to program and sylabus expectations.

Entry requirements:

• Bachelor's degrees in majors from accredited universities.
• Level 6 in EQF or equivalent. A Level 6 Diploma must be from an accredited and recognized institution.

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.

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.

After completing UK Level 7 Diploma, learners can learn Level 8 (Doctor) or transfer to other educational systems.

Besides the transition system as mentioned above, according to National Qualification Framework and National Diploma systems, OTHM has partnered directly with some accredited training Institute and University to facilitate learner transition, receiving a dual degree or pathway study.

Note: OTHM graduator meets the requirement to enter universities where OTHM has direct cooperation. However, the university's profile is considered individually and may add several input conditions depending on each school and each specific case.

List of universities that can earn a Dual Master Degree with OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership:

• Master (Top-up) at the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation, Zug Switzerland majoring in education management.
• Doctoral Programs at the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation, Zug Switzerland related majors.
• MA in Education Management and Leadership (top-up) awarded by University of Chichester delivered through London Graduate School
• MA Professional Studies (top-up) at University of Portsmouth (Learning at Work)
• MSc Professional Studies (top-up) final stage at University of Portsmouth (Learning at Work)
• Enter PhD programs in the UK and around the world with relevant degree.