OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business ManagementEquivalent to Bachelor qualification
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management program helps students embark on a phase of acquiring specialized knowledge and skills of a manager. In addition to the theory and practical management functions of a business, students are also equipped with leadership skills, logical thinking, and argumentative thinking to support their work, self-study, self-improvement, or further education later on.
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management focuses on leadership capability, human resource management capability, activities to ensure sustainable and stable business operation and management. At the same time, it equips students with business research skills, an important skill for a future business manager.
| Program Description | |
|---|---|
| Ofqual inspection code | 603/2179/9 |
| Level UK regulation framework | RQF |
| Minimum training time | 1 year |
| Total credits | 120 Credits |
| Total learning time | 1200 Hours |
| Total time spent with instructors | 480 Hours |
| Language | English |
| Training unit | SIMI Swiss |
| Examination unit | Level UK |
| Licensing unit | OTHM UK |
Mandatory Modules:
- Leadership and People Management (20 UK credits)
- Business Research Project (20 UK credits)
- Operations Management (20 UK credits)
- Financial Decision Making (20 UK credits)
- Sustainable Business Practices (20 UK credits)
- Strategic Human Resource Management (20 UK credits)
Learning model:
The Level UK programs are designed to optimize the learning efficiency for busy working learners by applying a Hybrid model, combining live online classes and local mentoring. This approach supports academic learning with the goal of providing an effective learning experience that adapts to the global educational context.
SIMI Swiss is the exclusive unit implementing the global program, and students will study alongside with students of SIMI Swiss’s Bachelor program.
Overview of the Hybrid Learning Model:
Supporting Systems:
Assessment and verification:
All subjects of the Level UK program are evaluated by the London Academy of Sciences, Swiss Information and Management Institute and the Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body OTHM. Learners must demonstrate mastery of knowledge and attain the competencies detailed in the program Syllabus.
Entry requirements:
- Learners must be over 21 years old with a minimum of 2 years of work experience and a high school diploma.
- Completed the second year of the Bachelor of Business Administration program or completed Intermediate/College level.
- Having NQF / QCF / RQF Level 5 Diploma or its equivalent.
English requirements:
- English reached a minimum of CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) level B2 or equivalent.
- IELTS 6.5; Speaking and writing must reach 6.5 or equivalent.
Note: The London Academy of Sciences (the owner of Level UK) and SIMI Swiss (the global implementing unit) reserve the right to determine acceptance or rejection based on the accreditation requirements and admission criteria.
The program is accredited at the national level in the United Kingdom, recognized as equivalent to all education systems in the UK. Upon graduation, students receive a diploma that is part of the UK National Qualifications Framework, accredited and recognized by the Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body.
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.
- See more information of the recognition at institutional level by the UK education authority Ofqual (UK.Gov) HERE
- See more information about the accreditation and recognition of Level UK HERE
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management is an equivalent program to BBA, with the Ofqual UK.Gov accreditation code 603/2179/9
Reference:
- Recognition of RQF Level 6 equivalent to a Bachelor’s qualification by UK ENIC:
Note: The information and images here are for reference purposes only regarding the recognition of OTHM’s RQF level 6 as equivalent to the Bachelor’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). LAS and Level UK are not responsible for any inaccuracies arising from the information provided in the reference images.
Diplomas awarded by Level UK programs are part of the UK National Qualifications Framework, recognized not only by the UK government but also globally.
The table below outlines the equivalent recognition of the Level 6 UK Diploma with various qualification frameworks and levels of education in different educational systems worldwide.
| Level | Regulation framework | Equivalent Degrees |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Level UK (RQF) | degree apprenticeship graduate certificate graduate diploma level 6 diploma level 6 NVQ ordinary degree without honours |
| 10 | Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) | Honours Degree Graduate Certificate / Diploma Professional Development Awards SCQF Level 9 Bachelors/Ordinary Degree Graduate Certificate / Diploma Professional Development Awards SVQ 4 |
| Year 3 of a 3-year university | Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) | Degree Degree with honours - for example bachelor of the arts (BA) hons, bachelor of science (BSc) hons |
| 6 | European Qualifications Framework (EQF) | Level 6 Vocational Qualifications Bachelor Degree Bachelor Degree with Hons |
| 7-8 | Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) | Bachelor Degree (Level 7) Bachelor Degree with Hons (Level 8) |
| 7-8 | African Continental Qualification Framework (ACQF) | Bachelor Degree (Level 7) Bachelor Degree with Hons (Level 8) |
| 6 | ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework (AQRF) | Level 6 Vocational Qualifications Bachelor Degree Bachelor Degree with Hons |
| 6 | Vietnam Qualification Framework (VQF) | Bachelor degree |
Qualification and transcript template for OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management:
Qualification
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After completing the Level 6 Diploma in the UK, students have the option to progress to Level 7 (Master level) or transition to other education systems. The table below illustrates the progression pathway after completing the program:
| Level | Regulation framework | Equivalent Degrees |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | Level UK (RQF) | level 7 diploma level 7 NVQ postgraduate diploma |
| 11 | Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) | Masters Degrees Post Graduate Diploma SVQ 5 |
| Master Degree | Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) | integrated master’s degree, for example master of engineering (MEng) master’s degree, for example master of arts (MA), master of science (MSc) |
| 7 | European Qualifications Framework (EQF) | Masters Degrees Post Graduate Diploma |
| 9 | Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) | Masters Degrees |
| 9 | African Continental Qualification Framework (ACQF) | Masters Degrees Post Graduate Diploma |
| 7 | ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework (AQRF) | Masters Degrees Post Graduate Diploma |
| 7 | Vietnam Qualification Framework (VQF) | Master Degrees |
Note: Graduating from OTHM qualifies individuals for admission to universities directly partnered with OTHM. However, university applications are assessed on an individual basis, and additional entry requirements may be necessary based on each university’s specific conditions.
List of universities that accept transfer from OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management:
- All Bachelor course (Final Stage) at the Swiss Information and Management Institute, Zug Switzerland to get a 2nd Bachelor qualifications
- OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Business Management at Level UK
- BA (Hons) Programs at Arden University
- BA (Hons) Programs at Concordia University Chicago
- BA (Hons) Programs at University of Northampton
- BA (Hons) Programs at University of Sunderland
- BA (Hons) Programs final stage at University of Portsmouth (Learning at Work)
Refer to more information HERE
What superior distinctions does Level UK have?
Level UK is a practical and modern training program developed by the UK government since 2016, amidst economic fluctuations, global migration, and a surge in demand for overseas work by professionals. Among numerous training programs, Level UK is the optimal choice for learners who aspire to:
- Cost savings: The cost of Level UK is only 20% of that for undergraduate and postgraduate education in the United Kingdom.
- National recognition: As part of the UK national qualification framework, qualifications within the Level UK system are acknowledged by the UK government and the majority of countries and territories, including the United States and Canada.
- Unlimited transition: In the dynamic work environment, the ability to transition, adapt to new specialties, and swiftly adjust to new work environments is particularly crucial. Level UK enables students to obtain a second qualification in majors from UK public universities and worldwide in just 6 to 9 months with the completion of a thesis.
- Super Savings Study Abroad: For those who desire full-time studies at public universities in the UK and other countries but have budget constraints, Level UK is the most cost-effective path. For instance, after completing the Level 7 Diploma, students can pursue full-time studies for a Master’s qualification at public universities in the UK and only need to pay fees for the thesis stage.
- Quick Graduation for Employment: The Level UK program is not protracted, and it excludes research-oriented subjects found in traditional programs. Students can graduate promptly upon completing the coursework.
- Equivalent Recognition with no Discrimination against Traditional University Education in the UK and Worldwide: The Level UK system, developed by the UK government, exhibits correlation, equivalence, and seamless transferability with traditional education systems without limitations.
- Online Learning without Impacting Employment: The Level UK program is 100% implemented through a fully online or Hybrid model (combining Live Class instruction – live televised classes with local academic support systems). The learning models optimize the learning process for working individuals.
Reference:
Video: Why is Level UK of the British government the optimal choice for learners and employers?
Video: The meaning of Level System in the labor market in the context of global labor mobility:
Video: The meaning of Level System in global diploma recognition:
Is my Level 6 Diploma equivalent to a Bachelor's qualification?
Based on the UK national qualifications framework and the compatibility between the Level framework (RQF Framework) and the traditional university education system (FHEQ Framework), the Level 6 Diploma of the Level UK system is equivalent to the level of a Bachelor’s qualification in the UK according to the UK higher education framework.
According to the direction of the UK government, the Level 6 Diploma is implemented entirely in the direction of practical competencies, so there is no research phase. With the practical and applied orientation mentioned above, the Level 6 Diploma of Level UK will encompass all subjects of a Bachelor’s program but will not include research subjects and/or credits, resulting in fewer credits compared to a Bachelor’s qualification in the UK.
Reference (information below is sourced from relevant entities authorized by the UK government, and it is not the property of Level UK):
- Reference portal linking various Levels in the UK national education system: HERE
- Comparison table between UK education levels and European education levels: HERE
- Confirmation from ENIC NARIC regarding the equivalence of the RQF Level 6 Diploma to a Bachelor’s qualification in the UK:
Note: The information and images here are for reference purposes only regarding the recognition of OTHM’s RQF level 6 as equivalent to the Bachelor’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). LAS and Level UK are not responsible for any inaccuracies arising from the information provided in the reference images.
How is my Level 6 Diploma recognized globally?
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management program is accredited by the UK’s government with the Qualification Number: 603/2179/9
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management is recognized at Level 6 of the UK National Qualifications Framework and Level 6 of the European Qualifications Framework:
Based on the systems comparing the equivalency between the National Qualifications Framework and regional frameworks:
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma is recognized as Bachelor Level across Europe according to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF):
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma is recognized as Bachelor Level across Australia according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF):
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma is recognized as Bachelor Level across African according to the African Qualifications Framework (ACQF):
Source: African Continental Qualifications Framework ACQF MAPPING STUDY
OTHM Level 6 Diploma is recognized as Master Level in the ASEAN region according to the common ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework. Check HERE
OTHM Level 6 Diploma is recognized in the United States and Canada:
Being a qualification within the framework of the UK National Qualifications Framework, recognized by Ofqual, OTHM’s diploma is not only acknowledged in the UK, Europe, and countries that adhere to the National Qualification Framework but also in countries with education systems that haven’t strictly implemented the National Qualification Framework, such as the United States and Canada.
The following instructions are for verifying the recognition of OTHM by WES (World Education Services) in the United States and Canada for immigration and educational purposes. Please note that the information is accurate at the time of publication and may be subject to changes by WES and the regulations of individual governments.
WES (World Education Services) is a non-profit organization that provides credential evaluation services for international students seeking to study and work in the United States and Canada. The information below is provided solely to demonstrate that OTHM is verified by WES at the time of the information’s release and is not intended for any other purposes, including promotion, support, commitment to immigration, or relocation. SIMI Swiss and its partners do not commit to, charge for, or provide consultation on this service.
How does the training process take place?
Students will directly study with SIMI Swiss with a 100% Swiss original program using a fully online or Hybrid learning model (combines Live Class sessions with foreign instructors along with a local online support system).
The video below describes the learning process of SIMI Swiss:
Is studying Live Class with SIMI Swiss effective?
Live Class is a training model that has developed dramatically when students can interact directly with instructors, while still having access to self-study materials on the Swiss LMS system.
The video below describes the pedagogy and effectiveness of SIMI Swiss’s Learning model with Live Class:
Who will be studying with me, and who are the instructors?
When implemented globally, Level UK exclusively collaborates with SIMI Swiss. Students pursuing the Level 7 Diploma will directly engage with SIMI Swiss and study alongside SIMI Swiss Master’s students.
How is the results recognition process carried out?
Level UK is a government-recognized program, so the results recognition process involves two independent assessments: Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) and External Quality Assurance (EQA) for each course and training outcome.
IQA: After completing a course, students submit their assignments to the SIMI Swiss system, and SIMI Swiss instructors assess the results. Provisional results are then returned to the students.
EQA: At the end of the course, all results are sent to the UK for an independent evaluation. The final results will be recognized and awarded a qualification by OTHM.
Level UK programs are accredited and recognized by Ofqual, within the UK National Competency Framework RQF.
The Level UK Qualification system is a preeminent system that makes the process of recognizing competencies and qualifications easy.
