Triple Crown Award:

Triple Crown Award is a standard for a program with a minimum of 3 independent accreditations and at least 3 partner recognitions of the results and certification.

SIMI Swiss has achieved over 3 independent accreditations:

• 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
• A Federal Member of SVEB (Swiss Federation for Adult Learning)
• Recognized by the United Kingdom Regulated Qualification Framework

The MBA Triple Crown Award program is jointly recognized and awards degrees:

• Master of Business Administration from VERN’ University to afirm your management capabilities.
• Master of Business Administration from SIMI Swiss / Master of Sciences in Organization Management from SIMI Swiss to enhance your specialized industry expertise.
• OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership to demonstrate expert competency in the context of workforce transitions.

The distinctions in learning methods: 

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

• 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)

• Master of Business Administration from VERN’ University to afirm your management capabilities.
• Master of Business Administration / Master of Sciences in Organization Management from SIMI Swiss to enhance your specialized industry expertise.
• OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership to demonstrate expert competency in the context of workforce transitions.

• International Business
• Hospitality Management
• Public Administration
• Hospital Management
• Pharmaceutical Management
• Healthcare Management
• Human Resources Management
• Finance & Banking
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Tourism Management
• Luxury Management
• Engineer Management
• Technical Management
• Construction Management
• Design Management
• Information Technology Management
• And other majors based on the Capstone Project.

• Discover and apply strategic leadership principles in a business setting.
• Evaluate and apply business management principles within various industries.
• Comprehend and apply strategic management principles in specific environments.
• Enhance learners' employability by exploring the link between management theories and their practical application in the business world.
• Analyze problem-solving techniques relevant to business and industry.
• Choose, compile, review, and analyze information from diverse sources.
• Demonstrate both independent and collaborative work capabilities.
• Effectively manage personal development and growth.

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 MBA Triple Crown Award 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 MBA Triple Crown program consists of 6 modules and a Master’s Capstone Projects, totaling 90 ECTS credits (equivalent to 180 UK credits), lasting a minimum of 1.5 years.

Mandatory modules:

• Strategic Management (10 ECTS credits)
• Strategic Leadership (10 ECTS credits) (Leading Change, Cross Cultural Leadership)
• Strategic Human Resource Management (10 ECTS credits)
• Advanced Business Research Methods (10 ECTS credits)
• Strategic Financial Management (10 ECTS credits)
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation (10 ECTS 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.

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.

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

• Thesis/ Capstone Projects
• Defend Thesis/Capstone Projects

• One of the top universities in Croatia (QUDAL);
• Government-recognized university by the Ministry of Education and Culture of Croatia;
• University accredited by the Croatian Agency for Science and Higher Education (ASHE Croatia);
• Programs aligned with European Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ESG);
• Internationally recognized university within the International Association of Universities (IAU) system;
• Member university recognized by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD);
• Recipient of the national education brand in Croatia (Superbrands Croatia);
• Recognized by the European Union under the Erasmus+ system.

• 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;
• A Federal Member of SVEB (Swiss Federation for Adult Learning);
• Recognized by the United Kingdom Regulated Qualification Framework.

• Recognition at institutional level by the UK education authority Ofqual (UK.Gov) Recognition Number: RN5284
• The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership program is accredited by the UK’s government with Ofqual inspection coder: 603/2181/7

For more information about the recognition from the UK government’s education regulator, please click HERE. Additionally, you can find details about the accreditation of the Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership by the UK government at HERE.

• Being a university that is officially recognized by the Croatian Ministry of Education and Culture and accredited by the Croatian Agency for Science and Higher Education (ASHE Croatia), the MBA degree from VERN (in collaboration with SIMI Swiss) holds international recognition within the labor market.

• The Swiss Information and Management Institute (SIMI Swiss) stands as a distinguished private higher education provider in Switzerland.
• Acknowledged globally, SIMI Swiss holds accreditation at institutional, school, and program levels, cementing its reputation as a respected Private Higher Education Institution.
• Operating as a private institution in Switzerland, SIMI Swiss issues private degrees, distinct from Switzerland's public higher education sector, and falls outside the regulations outlined in the Federal Act of 30 September 2011 on the Funding and Coordination of the Higher Education Sector (HEdA), SR 414.11.
• The MSOM degree in majors, conferred by SIMI Swiss, is a private degree with international recognition in the job market.

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.