Dual qualifications:

The MA in PM dual qualifications program offers a distinctive higher education opportunity, allowing learners to earn two independent Master's qualifications upon graduation. This program is the result of a collaborative effort between the Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body Qualifi and SIMI Swiss.

• 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 Business Administration in Majors program is accredited by Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding body (OTHM, Qualifi).
• Qualifi is Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding body in the United Kingdom.

The MA in PM Dual qualifications program is jointly recognized and awards:

• Master of Arts in Project Management from SIMI Swiss.
• OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Project

The distinctions in learning methods: 

The learner can provide flexible learning opportunities with various learning methods:

• Full time
• Hybrid learning (Live class + the local tutor support in local workshop)

The distinctions in the student affairs system:

• The Learning Management System
• Institution Management System
• Original E-book in each module
• E-library
• Internship support system (for full-time only)

• Master of Arts in Project Management from SIMI Swiss to enhance your specialized industry expertise.
• Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Project Management to demonstrate expert competency in the context of workforce transitions.

Upon successful completion of the Master of Arts in Project Management, learners will be equipped with advanced competencies and skills to effectively navigate and lead within the field of Project Management. Specifically, learners will achieve the following outcomes:

1. Theoretical Application in Business Contexts

   • Demonstrate the ability to apply advanced management theories to address complex and current business challenges, with a goal of enhancing business practices and operational effectiveness.

2. Critical Leadership Reflection for Senior Roles

   • Reflect critically on leadership competencies and strategic management skills, preparing for senior Project Management roles by evaluating and enhancing their capacity for impactful leadership and decision-making.

3. Commitment to Lifelong Learning

   • Cultivate a proactive attitude toward continuous education and professional growth, supporting an ongoing commitment to learning and development in the field of Project Management.

4. Insight into Contemporary Research and Practice

   • Gain a critical perspective on the latest research and leading-edge practices in Project Management, enhancing their ability to incorporate contemporary insights into their professional practice.

5. Autonomy in Group Consultancy Projects

   • Develop autonomy in learning and the ability to effectively plan, lead, and implement consultancy projects within a team setting, showcasing advanced project coordination and collaborative problem-solving skills.

6. Originality and Enterprise in Project Management

   • Display originality and innovative thinking when addressing complex Project Management challenges, fostering a proactive approach to resolving intricate project-related issues.

7. Independent Research and Knowledge Contribution

   • Exhibit self-direction, initiative, and autonomy in conducting research and scholarship, aiming to make a new contribution to knowledge within a specialized area of management and project leadership.

These competencies prepare learners to lead organizational change, excel in senior Project Management roles, and engage in reflective, strategic, and innovative practices that drive organizational success.

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 MA in HR Dual qualifications program, 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 BSS reserve the right to make admissions decisions based on the requirements of recognized agencies and the global quotas of the program.

The MA in Project Management Dual qualifications consist of 6 modules and a Master’s Capstone Project, totalling 90 ECTS credits (equivalent to 180 UK credits), lasting a minimum of 1.5 years.

Mandatory modules:

1. Leadership and Professional Development
2. Principles of Project Management
3. Operations and Global Supply Chain Management
4. Planning, Controlling and Leading a Project
5. Managing Risk, Uncertainty and Complexity in Projects
6. Operations and Information Management for Project Managers

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.

Master’s Capstone Project stage (30 ECTS credits):

• Thesis/ Capstone Projects
• Defend Thesis/Capstone Projects

Learning model:

The program provides flexibility by offering three modes: full-time, hybrid, or fully live classes, allowing learners to choose the learning format that best aligns with their preferences and schedules.

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 solve management problems that they face every day step by step with the guidance of the theoretical system, the practice system, expert lecturers, and local teaching assistants.

The MA in Project Management Dual qualifications consist of 6 modules and a Master’s Capstone Project, totalling 90 ECTS credits (equivalent to 180 UK credits), lasting a minimum of 1.5 years.

Mandatory modules:

• Planning, Controlling and Leading a Project
• Procurement Risk and Contract Management
• Project and Logistics Management
• Operations and Information Management for Project Managers
• Research Methods for project management
• Principles of Project Management
• Operations and Global Supply Chain Management
• Leadership and Professional Development
• Managing Risk, Uncertainty and Complexity in Projects
• Innovation in Project Management
• Project Management

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.

Master’s Capstone Project stage (30 ECTS credits):

• Thesis/ Capstone Projects
• Defend Thesis/Capstone Projects

Learning model:

The program provides flexibility by offering three modes: full-time, hybrid, or fully live classes, allowing learners to choose the learning format that best aligns with their preferences and schedules.

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 solve management problems that they face every day step by step with the guidance of the theoretical system, the practice system, expert lecturers, and local teaching assistants.

The Business School of Switzerland, The Swiss Information and Management Institute, Partner Universities, and Ofqual Uk.Gov Awarding Bodies (collectively referred to as 'Parties' or 'We') hereby state and affirm that:

• The Parties expressly disclaim any guarantee of qualifications acceptance by a third party. The acceptance or rejection of a degree is contingent upon the discretion of the receiving entity.  Learners ought to fully understand the nature of our programs and are encouraged to proactively seek information before registering and commencing their studies with us.
• The Parties explicitly disavow any guarantee regarding salary increments, promotions, new employment opportunities, or employment acceptance subsequent to graduation.
• Despite existing regulations on the cross-recognition and equivalence of qualifications, it's important to understand that each country, organization, and entity has the autonomy to recognize its own degrees. The Parties involved do not guarantee automatic or equivalent recognition of qualifications and transcripts, either among themselves or with any partners. Additionally, the Parties do not support or endorse any processes for recognizing equivalent qualifications in other countries, where applicable.
• The Parties do not assure or commit to facilitating opportunities for immigration, employment abroad, acquisition of work permits, teaching permits, or professional licenses in the UK, Europe, or any other country.
• While the Parties extend maximum support, they do not guarantee 100% approval of student visas (in the case of full-time study in a foreign campus) or Schengen visas (for attendance at the graduation ceremony in Europe if applicable) if learners do not meet the requirements of the host country and the competent authority responsible for immigration, relocation, and settlement in other countries.