Bachelor of Business Administration Dual Qualification

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Dual Qualification programme equips learners with a comprehensive foundation in business and management, develops practical application capabilities and managerial skills, meets enterprise requirements, and provides a clear career pathway within both domestic and international business environments.

 

At SwissEdu⁺, we take a different approach. By combining the excellence of West Business School with the UK’s Ofqual (UK.Gov) Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), our programme not only provides an academic qualification but also develops international professional competencies aligned with the Chartered Manager role — with an average salary of £72,623 per year in the United Kingdom.

 

The dual qualification from West Business School and the United Kingdom is directly recognised by employers in both countries and globally, helping learners confidently begin their professional careers.

The SwissEdu⁺ Bachelor’s programme integrates a Bachelor's degree from West Business School with a UK Government-recognized qualification regulated under the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF Level 5 Extended – Ofqual, UK.Gov).

Bachelor of Business Administration

What do you get?

Dual Qualifications

Earn two independent qualifications from West Business School and OTHM (Ofqual UK.Gov).

Accredited

Accredited by West Business School and by awarding bodies regulated under Ofqual (UK.Gov).

Live Class Direct™

Live Class Direct™ learning without intermediaries, ensuring access to the original programme as designed.

Scholarship

Up to 90% scholarship for eligible countries and disadvantaged students.

Bachelor of Business Administration

Programme Details

  1. OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management
  2. Bachelor of Business Administration from West Business School

The Bachelor of Business Administration programme lasts 3 years.

Year 1 Modules – Level 4 Stage

 

Year 2 Modules – Level 5 Stage

  • Principals and Concepts of Strategy (20 UK Credits)
  • The Management of Human Resources (20 UK Credits)
  • Marketing for Managers (20 UK Credits)
  • Business Law for Managers (20 UK Credits)
  • Management Accounting and Decision Making (20 UK Credits)
  • Business Start-up: Conception to Market (20 UK Credits)

 

Year 3 – Final-Year Stage of the Bachelor’s Degree (Four specialisation modules and completion of the Dissertation)

  • Strategic Management
  • Strategic Marketing
  • International Human Resources (Elective)
  • Business Law (Elective)
  • Professional Placement (Elective)
  • Leadership in Organisations (Elective)
  • Dissertation (Business Administration specialisation)

During Bachelor Final Year Stage, learners will study under the coordination and delivery of SIMI Swiss’s official partner in the Middle East, based in the United Arab Emirates. This global learning experience enhances international exposure and strengthens cross-border connections with faculty members, industry experts, and fellow learners from diverse regions.

Upon graduation, students will receive:

  • Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management from OTHM (UK government-recognized, equivalent to Year 2 of a Bachelor’s degree in the UK ENIC/NARIC Band 8).
  • Bachelor of Business Administration from West Business School
  • Learners must be at least 18 years old at the start of the course and have completed high school or an equivalent qualification.
  • Mature learners (aged 21 and above) with management experience may also be considered; applicants should confirm eligibility with SwissEdu⁺ before registration.
  • English proficiency at CEFR level B1 or IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent).

Learners participate in Live Class with SIMI lecturers under the SIMI Direct™ model, and upon graduation are awarded qualifications by the the UK’s Ofqual (UK.Gov) Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and partner universities through a cross-recognition mechanism. Within the SwissEdu⁺ system, learners study SIMI’s original Swiss-designed programmes; however, SIMI does not award degrees and instead delegates this authority to its partner universities.

The SIMI Direct™ model is a direct learning model in which learners study directly with SIMI, without any partnerships, franchising, or intermediaries. This ensures full access to the original programme content, without modification, while eliminating third-party risks and issues related to unauthorised local training.

Bachelor of Business Administration

Accredited & Recognised

The strength of West Business School combined with UK Nationally Recognised Qualifications.

  • Strong dual recognition: Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF) + UK National Qualification
  • Enhanced employability in France and the UK within the field of Business Administration
  • Eligible for the UK Skilled Worker Visa, based on the RQF Level 6 qualification officially recognised by the UK Government
  • Global recognition through compatibility between RQF/EQF frameworks and other national qualification systems(*). See more HERE
  • UK Chartered Manager Competency Standard: Easily demonstrate professional competence and meet job requirements with an average salary of £72,623 per year. See more HERE
  • Expanded opportunities for further study at the next academic level internationally(*).
(*) All recognition or acceptance for further study, including equivalency mapping under competency frameworks, is subject to the specific policies of each country, the competent regulatory authorities, and the internal regulations of the receiving educational institutions. The programme is designed for study and employment within an international context.

About the Swiss Information and Management Institute (SIMI Swiss)

SIMI Swiss is a SwissUK™ Higher Education Institute that unites the excellence of Swiss Private Higher Education with the nationally recognised qualification framework of the United Kingdom Government, regulated by Ofqual (UK.Gov). SIMI Swiss holds full international accreditation and awards dual qualifications, combining a Swiss Private Degree with a nationally recognised qualification from the United Kingdom, upholding globally recognised academic standards. 

 

References:

  • Watch this video to learn how to verify SIMI Swiss’s accreditations and recognitions HERE.
  • View the complete accreditation system of SIMI Swiss HERE.

About West Business School

  • West Business School is a leading institution recognized for excellence in business education in Malta, accredited under the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF) and recognized for qualification equivalency across Europe.
  • West Business School is a recognized higher education institution in Malta, licensed by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA).
  • Programs are aligned with the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF) and referenced to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).
  • Qualifications of West are highly portable and accepted worldwide. They are approved by the relevant authorities for Immigration and higher education worldwide, including but not limited to NZQA, WES, CSCSE China and the UAE.

 

References:

  • Official website of West Business School HERE

About the awarding body – OTHM, an Ofqual-regulated UK Government Awarding Organisation

  • Institutional recognition: OTHM is regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual), the official education regulator of the UK Government. Ofqual recognition number: RN5284. View the official recognition information HERE.
  • Programme recognition: OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management is accredited with the Ofqual UK.Gov code 610/0335/9. Refer to the accreditation information HERE

 

References:

  • How to verify OTHM regulation and recognition: HERE

The SwissEdu⁺ Bachelor of Business Administration programme integrates the UK Government-regulated national competency framework for the Chartered Manager role (see more HERE). This integration not only enables learners to obtain a UK Government-recognised Level 6 national qualification but also offers the following advantages:

  • Learn the competencies employers value: Beyond theory, students develop comprehensive KSBs (Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours) based on UK professional standards.
  • Easily demonstrate competence in the workplace: Each learning outcome (L.O.) is aligned with professional criteria, enabling employers to assess and trust a candidate’s capability from the very first interview.
  • Gain early opportunities for management positions: The competencies are standardised to bachelor’s-level management standards, aligning with roles in business management, enterprise operations, marketing, and operational management within both domestic and international business environments.
  • Competitive global earnings: The Chartered Manager competency standard has an average salary of £72,623 per year in the United Kingdom.
  • Internationally recognised professional profile: The competency framework is adopted by multinational corporations, facilitating cross-border career mobility.
  • Reduced risk of unemployment or career mismatch: Learners can enter the workforce immediately through an early national qualification pathway.
Key advantage over traditional Bachelor’s programmes: While many graduates struggle to find direction after completing their studies, SwissEdu⁺ students graduate with clearly defined professional competencies and the ability to demonstrate them confidently to employers.

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annual salary: £72,623

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Bachelor of Business Administration

Frequently Asked Questions

Bachelor SwissEdu⁺

The programme awards two qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Business Administration – awarded by West Business School
  • Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management – awarded by OTHM (United Kingdom)

These two qualifications are fully integrated, creating maximum strength and value for graduates upon completion.

Yes.

  • The OTHM qualification is regulated by Ofqual (UK Government), ensuring national standards of quality, transparency, and compliance in the United Kingdom.
  • West Business School is a nationally recognized higher and postgraduate education institution in Malta, licensed and accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA), Government of Malta

The OTHM qualification is part of the RQF and regulated by Ofqual, and it is recognised at the Bachelor’s Degree Level within the UK education system.

 

References:

  • Official UK Government recognition assessment: HERE
  • Recognition of equivalency to a Bachelor’s degree in the UK and across Europe: HERE

The UK Qualification Reference Statement issued by an authorised representative of the UK Department for Education is the highest-level document confirming the status of a graduate’s qualification, serving to authenticate and recognise:

  • Verification that the qualification is recognised in the United Kingdom.
  • Recognition of the qualification’s level and position within the UK national qualification frameworks, including all three frameworks:
    • The Regulated Qualifications Framework of England, Wales, and Northern Ireland (RQF)
    • The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF)
    • The Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CQFW)

Example: A qualification recognised by the UK Department for Education with the notation UK Framework Levels – RQF Level 6 / SCQF Level 9 / CQFW Level 6 means that the qualification is classified at the BACHELOR’S level across the entire United Kingdom and holds academic validity in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

  • Confirmation that the awarding institution is recognised by the UK Government.
  • Confirmation of the entry requirements for obtaining the qualification.
  • Confirmation of the assessment and examination procedures.
  • Confirmation of the graduate’s competency and employability.
  • Confirmation of progression opportunities for further study within the UK National Education System after completing the qualification.

UK ENIC benchmarks RQF Level 6 at Band 9, which is equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree. See more details HERE

Yes.

According to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), RQF Level 6 is aligned with EQF Level 6. See more details HERE

Yes. It may be evaluated as equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree or Bachelor-level, depending on the individual application, through:

  • CICIC (Canada)
  • WES (USA/Canada)

The final outcome depends on the purpose of the evaluation and the independent assessment conducted by these agencies. See more details HERE

Yes.

The qualification integrates the competency standards for the Chartered Manager role – Occupational Code LAR402 under the UK occupational framework. See more details HERE

According to labor market data from the United Kingdom, the average annual salary for the Management and Administration group (which includes manager roles aligned with this programme) is £72,623 per year. See more details HERE

Yes.

According to the Statement of Changes to the UK Immigration Rules (effective 2025), the minimum qualification level for the Skilled Worker Visa has been raised to RQF Level 6.

A qualification at RQF Level 6 meets the mandatory academic requirement.

  • See more details HERE

Yes. Learners are eligible to apply for postgraduate programs such as:

  • MBA (Master of Business Administration)
  • MSc in International Business / Global Trade / Marketing
  • MSc in Management / Leadership / Human Resource Management / People Development

Reference: Recognition of RQF/EQF Level 6 as a Bachelor’s degree under international education standards. See more details: HERE

All recognition or acceptance for further study, including equivalency mapping under competency frameworks, is subject to the specific policies of each country, the competent regulatory authorities, and the internal regulations of the receiving educational institutions. The programme is designed for study and employment within an international context.

Yes.

  • OTHM offers an online qualification verification system via QR Code. See more HERE.
  • The UK Department for Education confirms that OTHM qualifications (including those bearing the SIMI name) are officially recognised by the UK Government and mapped to RQF Level 6 / SCQF Level 9 / CQFW Level 6 (Bachelor’s Level).

Information regarding the programme, qualifications, accreditation, and recognition is sourced from official publications of the UK Government, regulatory authorities, and other relevant competent organizations. The content is accurate at the time of publication but may change without prior notice based on updates to policies and regulations issued by these authorities.

Although frameworks for recognition, cross-recognition, and equivalency are established on transparent and verifiable criteria, each country, ministry, department, or receiving institution may apply its own regulations during the evaluation and recognition process. Therefore, learners are strongly advised to verify recognition requirements directly with the relevant authority or institution before using the qualification for any specific purpose.

In accordance with principles of transparency and jurisdictional compliance, SIMI Swiss, OTHM, and all related parties do not make any commitment or representation regarding qualification recognition, equivalency, immigration status, or professional licensing in any country, ministry, department, or regulatory body.

This information is provided to ensure accuracy and transparency in public communication, consistent with international standards and best practices in academic disclosure.

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