Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality Management
SwissUK™ Dual Qualification
Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality Management Top-Up and Second Degree
The Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality Management prepares learners for careers in hotel management, travel operations, event planning, guest services, and global tourism industries. Many traditional graduates lack practical service-management skills and struggle to navigate today’s customer-driven, experience-focused, and highly competitive hospitality environment.
The SwissUK Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality Management is the first programme integrating the National Competency Framework for Chartered Manager (average salary £72,623/year) and combining the excellence of Swiss private education with the UK RQF system recognised by Ofqual (UK Government).
By merging national competencies, a Swiss Private degree, and a UK-recognised qualification, SwissUK ensures graduates are fully prepared for any pathway. With annual national qualification awards, students can start working from their first year, reducing risks and supporting their study costs.
Swiss Made. UK Government Recognised.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality Management from SIMI Swiss
- Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management awarded by OTHM (recognised by Ofqual, UK Government)
Promotion
Delivery
Awarding
- Swiss Information and Management Institute (SIMI)
- OTHM (Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body)
UK ENIC Band
The Bachelor dual qualification is aligned with RQF Level 6 and has been assessed by UK ENIC as comparable to Band 7 within the UK qualification framework.
Recognised in the United Kingdom
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma is regulated by Ofqual (UK Government) and recognised as equivalent to a UK Bachelor’s Degree level.
Recognised in Switzerland
Bachelor graduates from SIMI Swiss can work in Switzerland immediately, as managerial roles are considered non-regulated occupations.
National Occupational Standards
Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality Management Dual Qualification aligned with the Chartered Manager framework — leading to Chartered Manager status with a UK median salary of £72,623 per year.
Recognised internationally
Recognised under UK RQF Level 6, the Dual Qualification Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality Management is accepted as equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in over 180 countries and territories.
Quickly Learn a New Major
With its unique structure combining a UK-recognised qualification and Swiss private higher-education excellence, learners can switch majors quickly without starting over.
Programme Details
The Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality Management Top-up or Second Degree program includes 6 specialised modules and a Capstone Project.
A. Specialised modules:
- Strategic Marketing (20 UK Credits)
- Tourism Policy and Planning (20 UK Credits)
- Organisational Behaviour and Performance (20 UK Credits)
- Technology in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry (20 UK Credits)
- Tourism and International Development (20 UK Credits)
- Researching Tourism and Hospitality Management (20 UK Credits)
B. Capstone Project in Tourism and Hospitality Management major (60 UK Credits):
The Capstone Project serves as an integrated assessment of all knowledge and competencies gained throughout the programme.
Students are required to:
- Analyse tourism markets, traveller behaviours, hospitality trends, and global tourism data.
- Design and evaluate hospitality service systems, tourism products, event concepts, and destination-development strategies.
- Manage risks in guest services, hotel operations, travel logistics, service quality, and customer experience delivery.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of hospitality distribution channels, promotional activities, and customer-engagement programmes.
- Ensure compliance with tourism regulations, health and safety standards, sustainability guidelines, consumer-protection laws, and contract-management requirements.
- Apply digital tools—Hospitality Management Systems (HMS/PMS), CRM, Online Travel Platforms, Data Analytics, and AI—to enhance forecasting, operational efficiency, service quality, and business competitiveness.
The Capstone reflects and consolidates all learning outcomes embedded within the programme’s modules.
Upon graduation, students will receive:
- Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management from OTHM (UK government-recognized, equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in the UK ENIC/NARIC Band 9).
- Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality Management from SIMI Swiss.
- Applicants who have completed two years of a university bachelor’s program or hold a Level 4/5 Diploma in tourism, hospitality, service management, or related fields, seeking to complete a Top-up Bachelor’s degree.
- Graduates of a Bachelor’s degree in a different discipline who wish to obtain a second degree to broaden their knowledge and develop competencies in international tourism, hospitality, and service management.
- Applicants without a College or Higher Education qualification, but with at least 5 years of professional experience in tourism, hospitality, service management may apply through the APEL (Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning) process.
- English proficiency must be at least at CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) level B2 or IELTS 5.5
The programme is delivered through a real-time online Live Class model, where learners study and interact directly with SIMI Swiss lecturers via a live training platform.
It follows the SIMI Swiss Direct™ model — meaning learners study directly with SIMI Swiss, 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.
Accredited & Recognized
- Strong dual recognition: Swiss Private Degree + UK National Qualification
- Better employability in Switzerland & the United Kingdom in the field of tourism and hospitality management
- Eligible for the Skilled Worker Visa in the UK thanks to achieving RQF Level 6 qualification 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 demonstrates competencies for real-world management roles with an average salary of £72,623/year. See more HERE
- Expanded opportunities to progress to a Master’s degree internationally*
(*) Recognition, progression, and further study — in addition to the general recognition of Switzerland and the UK — also depend on the specific regulations of the receiving institution or competent authority. Learners should verify acceptance in advance according to international practice.
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:
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: The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management is Ofqual-regulated under qualification code 603/2315/2. View the official recognition information HERE.
References:
- How to verify OTHM regulation and recognition: HERE
The SwissUK™ Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality Management programme from SIMI Swiss 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 need: Beyond theory, students develop full KSBs (Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours) aligned with the UK Government occupational standard.
- Easier competency verification for employment: Each Learning Outcome (LO) is mapped to professional criteria, enabling employers to assess and trust graduates’ abilities from the recruitment stage.
- Gain early opportunities for management positions: The qualification is standardized to bachelor’s-level competencies in tourism and hospitality management, enabling learners to step confidently into entry-level management and supervisory roles.
- Globally competitive earnings: Chartered Manager roles have an average salary of £72,623 per year in the United Kingdom.
- Internationally recognised employability profile: Competency standards are applied in multinational organisations, supporting global career mobility.
- Reduced unemployment and career-misalignment risks: Learners can enter employment early through the staged recognition and awarding of national qualifications.
- A strong advantage over traditional Bachelor programmes: While many graduates struggle to define their professional capabilities, SwissUK™ students graduate with a clear, internationally validated competency profile — and can fully evidence it.
Key advantage over traditional Bachelor’s programmes: While many graduates struggle to find direction after completing their studies, SwissUK™ students graduate with clearly defined professional competencies and the ability to demonstrate them confidently to employers.
Frequently Asked Questions
The programme awards two qualifications:
- Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality Management – awarded by SIMI Swiss (Switzerland)
- OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality 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.
- SIMI Swiss is an international higher education institute operating under the Swiss Private HEI model, registered and governed in the Canton of Zug. It is responsible for the academic value of its Private Degree programmes in accordance with Swiss law.
- Check the programme on SVEB HERE.
Yes. 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:
Yes.
The SwissUK degree awarded by SIMI is recognised for employment in Switzerland without any additional procedures, as the position of Hospitality Services Professional belongs to the group of occupations that do not require a professional licence.
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 Tourism & Hospitality Management / International Hospitality Management / Events & Destination Management
- MSc in Management / Leadership & People Development
Reference: Recognition of RQF/EQF Level 6 as a Bachelor’s degree under international education standards. See more details: HERE
Yes.
- SIMI Swiss provides consular legalization services for its qualifications. See more HERE.
- OTHM offers an online qualification verification system via QR Code.
Information relating to the programme, the qualification, its accreditation status, and any associated recognition frameworks is derived from official publications issued by the UK Government, statutory regulatory authorities, and other competent bodies. All information is accurate as of the date of publication; however, it may be amended, revised, or withdrawn at any time without prior notice, pursuant to updates in applicable policies, regulations, or statutory instruments.
Although recognition, cross-recognition, and equivalency frameworks are established on transparent, objective, and verifiable criteria, each country, ministry, governmental department, professional body, or receiving institution retains sole discretion and full adjudicatory authority to determine whether a qualification is recognised, accepted, or deemed equivalent under its internal regulations and legal jurisdiction. Accordingly, learners bear full responsibility for verifying recognition requirements directly with the relevant authority or institution before relying on the qualification for any legal, academic, or professional purpose.
In accordance with principles of transparency and jurisdictional compliance, SIMI Swiss, UKeU®, 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.
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