The Bachelor of Finance and Banking prepares learners for careers in corporate finance, banking, investment, and financial services. Although the demand for finance talent is high, many graduates from traditional programmes lack practical skills, fall short of current industry expectations, and find it difficult to identify clear career pathways.
The SwissUK Bachelor of Finance and Banking is the first programme integrating the National Competency Framework for Accounting and Finance Manager (average salary £46,678/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.
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.
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma is regulated by Ofqual (UK Government) and recognised as equivalent to a UK Bachelor’s Degree level.
Bachelor graduates from SIMI Swiss can work in Switzerland immediately, as the Specialist in Finance and Accounting role is considered a non-regulated occupation.
Bachelor of Finance and Banking Dual Qualification integrated with the National Occupational Standards for the Accounting and Finance Manager role, with an average salary in the UK of £46,678 per year.
Recognised under UK RQF Level 6, the Bachelor of Finance and Banking Dual Qualification is accepted as equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in over 180 countries and territories.
With its unique structure combining a UK-recognised qualification and Swiss private higher-education excellence, learners can switch majors quickly without starting over.
The Bachelor of Finance and Banking Top-up or Second Degree programme includes 6 compulsory modules + 1 Capstone Project in the Finance and Banking major.
A. Compulsory Modules:
B. Capstone Project in Finance and Banking major (40 UK Credits):
The Capstone Project serves as an integrated assessment of all knowledge and competencies gained throughout the programme. Students are required to:
The Capstone reflects and consolidates all learning outcomes embedded within the programme’s modules.
Upon graduation, students will receive:
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.
(*) All qualification recognitions, top-ups, or transfers under the Swiss and UK education systems are subject to the specific policies of the receiving institution or relevant authority — verification should be conducted in advance where applicable.
About the Swiss Information and Management Institute (SIMI Swiss)
SIMI Swiss is a Swiss Truly International™ Higher Education Institute that combines the excellence of Swiss private education with official recognition from the United Kingdom Government. It holds comprehensive international accreditation and recognition at both the institutional and programme levels. The video below provides step-by-step guidance on how to verify the accreditation and recognition status of SIMI Swiss.
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About the awarding body – OTHM, an Ofqual-regulated UK Government Awarding Organisation
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The SwissUK™ Bachelor of Finance and Banking programme from SIMI Swiss integrates the UK Government-regulated national competency framework for the Accounting Finance 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:
Key advantage over traditional Bachelor 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.
The programme awards two qualifications:
These two qualifications are fully integrated, creating maximum strength and value for graduates upon completion.
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The Qualification Recognition Certificate issued by the 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:
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.
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The SwissUK degree awarded by SIMI is recognised for employment in Switzerland without any additional procedures, as the position of Specialist in Finance and Accounting belongs to the group of occupations that do not require a professional licence.
The Governments of Switzerland and the United Kingdom have signed a Mutual Recognition Agreement on Professional Qualifications, effective from 01/01/2025. Under this agreement, professional qualifications issued in either country may be submitted for recognition when applying for a professional licence in the other country, including professions that fall under the professionally regulated category—those requiring a licence to practise.
As a result, qualifications within the SwissUK™ education system—particularly programmes awarded by Ofqual Awarding Bodies—are eligible to be submitted as part of the initial application for recognition or for obtaining a new professional licence in Switzerland, in accordance with the mechanisms defined in the agreement.
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UK ENIC benchmarks RQF Level 6 at Band 9, which is equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree. See more details HERE
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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:
The final outcome depends on the purpose of the evaluation and the independent assessment conducted by these agencies. See more details HERE
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The qualification integrates the competency standards for the Accounting Finance 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 Professional Accountant group (which includes manager roles aligned with this program) is £46,678 per year. See more details HERE
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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 programmes such as:
Reference: Recognition of RQF/EQF Level 6 as a Bachelor’s degree under international education standards. See more details: HERE
All qualification recognitions, top-ups, or transfers under the Swiss and UK education systems are subject to the specific policies of the receiving institution or relevant authority — verification should be conducted in advance where applicable.
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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.
This information is provided to ensure accuracy and transparency in public communication, consistent with international standards and best practices in academic disclosure.
