The programme awards three qualifications:

• Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management – awarded by OTHM (United Kingdom)
• Master of Foreign Trade – awarded by SIMI Swiss (Switzerland)
• Master of Business Administration – awarded by Wrexham University (UK Public University)

These three 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.
• Wrexham University is a UK Public University under the UK’s national higher education system.
• 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 it is recognised at the Bachelor’s Degree Level within the UK education system.
• Wrexham University is fully recognised as a UK public university with government-approved degree-awarding powers.

References:

• About UK public Wrexham University HERE
• Official UK Government recognition assessment: HERE
• Recognition of equivalency to a Master’s degree in the UK and across Europe: HERE

Yes.

The SwissUK degree awarded by SIMI is recognised for employment in Switzerland without any additional procedures, as positions within the Business and Management group fall under non-regulated occupations that do not require a professional licence.

UK ENIC benchmarks RQF Level 7 at Band 12, which is equivalent to a Master’s Level. See more details HERE

Yes.

According to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), RQF Level 7 is aligned with EQF Level 7. 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 Senior leader role – Occupational Code OCC0480 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 £84,240 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 7 from this programme meets the mandatory academic requirement.

• See more details HERE

Yes. Learners are eligible to apply for postgraduate programs such as:

• Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
• Doctor of Management / Doctor of Leadership
• PhD in Global Trade, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business or related fields

Reference: Recognition of RQF/EQF Level 7 as a Master’s level under international education standards. See more details: HERE

Yes.

• SIMI Swiss provides consular legalization services for its qualifications. See more HERE.
• Wrexham University provides consular legalization services for its qualifications. See more HERE.
• OTHM offers an online qualification verification system via QR Code. See more HERE.

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.