Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management
SwissUK™ Bachelor Full Track
Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management
The Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management (Full Track) is a three-year undergraduate programme designed with a staged recognition and qualification structure. This model allows learners to obtain industry-relevant qualifications at each year of study and to enter the labour market even before completing the full programme. Upon graduation, learners receive both a Swiss Private Degree from SIMI Swiss and qualification from an Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body.
The programme is integrated with the UK National Occupational Standards for the Chartered Manager role (average salary £72,623 per year), combining excellence with the UK RQF system recognised by Ofqual. This structure equips learners with practical, industry-ready capabilities and ensures they develop internationally employable skills from the very beginning of their studies.
Swiss Made. UK Government Recognised.
Qualifications
- OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
- OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration from SIMI Swiss
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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 9 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 the Hospitality Services Professional role is considered a non-regulated occupation.
National Occupational Standards
Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management Dual Qualification is aligned with the Chartered Manager framework — a pathway that can lead to Chartered Manager status, with a UK median salary of £72,623 per year.
Recognised internationally
Recognised under UK FHEQ/RQF, the Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management are 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 Tourism and Hospitality Management (Full Track) programme lasts 3 years:
Year 1 Modules – Level 4 Stage
- Academic Writing and Research Skills (20 UK Credits)
- Business Environment for Tourism and Hospitality (20 UK Credits)
- Services Marketing in Tourism and Hospitality (20 UK Credits)
- Sustainability in Tourism and Hospitality (20 UK Credits)
- Events Management (20 UK Credits)
- The Development of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry (20 UK Credits)
Year 2 Modules – Level 5 Stage
- Digital Marketing Management for Tourism and Hospitality (20 UK Credits)
- Operations Management (20 UK Credits)
- Management Accounting (20 UK Credits)
- Management of Human Resources (20 UK Credits)
- Tourism and Hospitality Customer Relationship Management (20 UK Credits)
- Contemporary Issues in Tourism and Hospitality (20 UK Credits)
Year 3 – Level 6 Stage and Capstone Project
- 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)
Capstone Project in Tourism and Hospitality Management (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 hotel and restaurant service markets, customer behaviour, and accommodation–food service trends at both domestic and international levels.
- Design and evaluate business models, hotel–restaurant service systems, customer experience frameworks, and brand development strategies.
- Manage operational risks in hotel and restaurant operations, including food safety, service quality management, service logistics, and customer experience.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of distribution channels, room and service sales strategies, marketing activities, and customer engagement.
- Ensure compliance with tourism and service industry regulations, health and safety standards, sustainability requirements, and contract management.
- Apply digital technologies in hotel and restaurant management—including PMS, HMS, POS, CRM, OTA platforms, data analytics, and AI—to enhance demand forecasting, optimise operations, and strengthen competitive advantage.
Upon graduation, students will receive:
- Level 5 Extended Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management from OTHM (UK government-recognized, equivalent to Year 2 of a Bachelor’s degree in the UK ENIC/NARIC Band 8).
- 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 Tourism and Hospitality Management from SIMI Swiss.
- Learners must be at least 18 years old at the start of the course and have completed high school or an equivalent qualification.
- Mature learners (aged 21 and above) with management experience may also be considered; applicants should confirm eligibility with SwissUK™ before registration.
- English proficiency at CEFR level B1 or IELTS 5.0
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
- Enhanced employability in Switzerland and the UK within the field of Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Eligible for the UK Skilled Worker Visa, based on the RQF Level 6 qualification officially 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 demonstrate professional competence and meet job requirements with an average salary of £72,623 per year. See more HERE
- Expanded opportunities for further study at the next academic level internationally(*).
(*) 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 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 5 Extended Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management is accredited with the Ofqual UK.Gov code 610/0336/0. Refer to the accreditation information HERE
- 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 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.
- Enhanced opportunities for early management roles: Learners develop standardised undergraduate-level competencies for supervisory roles in tourism and hospitality operations, services, and customer experience management.
- 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.
The programme awards three qualifications:
- Level 5 Extended Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management – awarded by OTHM (United Kingdom)
- Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management – awarded by OTHM (United Kingdom)
- Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management – awarded by SIMI Swiss (Switzerland)
These three qualifications are completely independent, 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.
Yes.
- The OTHM qualification is part of the RQF and regulated by Ofqual, and recognised as equivalent to the second year of a Bachelor’s degree within the UK education system.
References:
The UK Qualification Reference Statement issued by an authorised 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:
- Verification that the qualification is recognised in the United Kingdom.
- Recognition of the qualification’s level and position within the UK national qualification frameworks, including all three frameworks:
- The Regulated Qualifications Framework of England, Wales, and Northern Ireland (RQF)
- The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF)
- The Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CQFW)
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.
- Confirmation that the awarding institution is recognised by the UK Government.
- Confirmation of the entry requirements for obtaining the qualification.
- Confirmation of the assessment and examination procedures.
- Confirmation of the graduate’s competency and employability.
- Confirmation of progression opportunities for further study within the UK National Education System after completing the qualification.
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.
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.
References:
- Swiss–UK Mutual Recognition Agreement on Professional Qualifications from the UK Government: HERE
- Swiss–UK Mutual Recognition Agreement on Professional Qualifications from the Swiss Government: HERE
- List of approximately 200 regulated professions requiring a professional licence under the Swiss–UK Mutual Recognition Agreement (qualifications within the SwissUK™ system—including those from Ofqual Awarding Bodies—are eligible for initial assessment according to the agreement): HERE
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
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.
Yes.
- SIMI Swiss provides consular legalization services for its qualifications. See more HERE.
- OTHM offers an online qualification verification system via QR Code. See more HERE.
- The UK Department for Education confirms that OTHM qualifications (including those bearing the SIMI name) are officially recognised by the UK Government and mapped to RQF Level 6 / SCQF Level 9 / CQFW Level 6 (Bachelor’s Level).
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.