Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business
The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business is developed under the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and officially recognized by the UK Government under qualification code 610/0728/6.
Aligned with RQF Level 5, this qualification demonstrates learners’ ability to work independently, analyze, design, and implement management activities in diverse business environments.
At SIMI Swiss, the program integrates the academic excellence of Swiss private higher education with the UK’s Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), officially recognized by Ofqual (UK Government). This ensures that the program is not only focused on achieving an academic qualification but also on developing real-world teaching competencies aligned with the Professional Accounting Technician role — a profession with an average annual salary of £47,889 in the United Kingdom.
The dual qualification from Switzerland and the United Kingdom is directly recognized by employers in both countries and globally, helping learners confidently begin their professional careers.
The SwissUK™ Level 5 Extended Diploma program integrates a Swiss Private Degree with a UK Government-recognized qualification regulated under the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF Level 5 – Ofqual, UK.Gov).
Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business
What do you get?
Dual Awards
Earn two independent awards from SIMI Swiss and OTHM (Ofqual UK.Gov).
Accredited
Accredited by SIMI Swiss and by awarding bodies regulated under Ofqual (UK.Gov).
Recognized
Swiss Private Higher Education & UK Nationally Recognised (Ofqual RQF).
Scholarship
Up to 90% scholarship for eligible countries and disadvantaged students.
Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business
Program Details
Dual Qualification with OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business
Modules
The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business program includes 12 specialised modules.
Year 1 Modules
- Academic Writing and Research Skills (20 Credits)
- Business and the Economic Environment (20 Credits)
- Principles of Financial Accounting (20 Credits)
- Quantitative Methods in a Business Context (20 Credits)
- Management Accounting (20 Credits)
- Leading and Managing Teams (20 Credits)
Year 2 Modules
- Principles and Concepts of Business Strategy (20 Credits)
- Financial Management (20 Credits)
- Financial Planning and Control (20 Credits)
- Financial Reporting (20 Credits)
- The Management of Human Resources (20 Credits)
- Business Start-up: Conception to Market (20 Credits)
Qualification Awarded
Upon graduation, students will receive:
- Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business from OTHM (UK government-recognized, equivalent to a Diploma of Higher Education in the UK ENIC/NARIC Band 8).
- Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business from SIMI Swiss.
Entry Requirements
- The program is designed for applicants who have completed high school or an equivalent qualification.
- English proficiency must be at least at CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) level B2 or IELTS 5.5
Learning Mode
The program is delivered through a real-time online learning model (Live Class), where learners can study and interact directly with SIMI Swiss instructors via a live broadcast learning system.
The program follows the SIMI Swiss Direct™ model — meaning learners study directly with SIMI Swiss, non-joint programs, no franchises, no intermediaries. This model ensures that learners access the original, unaltered curriculum, free from third-party risks or issues related to unlicensed local training providers.
Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business
Accreditation & Recognisation
The strength of Swiss Private Higher Education, combined with UK Nationally Recognised Qualifications.
Recognition of the SwissUK™ Dual Qualification System
- Strong dual recognition: Swiss Private Degree + UK National Qualification
- Easier employability in Switzerland and the UK in management fields.
- Global recognition through compatibility between RQF/EQF frameworks and other national qualification systems. See more HERE
- UK Professional Accounting Technician Standard: Easily demonstrate professional competence and meet job requirements with an average salary of £47,889 per year. See more HERE
- Expanded opportunities for Bachelor’s-level study 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.
Accreditation of SIMI Swiss (SwissUK™ Higher Education Institute)
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.
Accreditation & Recognition of OTHM
About the Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Body OTHM:
- Recognized as an organization by the educational authority of the United Kingdom, Ofqual (UK.Gov). Recognition Number: RN5284. Refer to the recognition information CLICK HERE
- OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business is accredited with the Ofqual UK.Gov code 610/0728/6. Refer to the accreditation information CLICK HERE
Reference:
- Guidelines of how to check the recognition of OTHM: CLICK HERE
Ready to work as a Professional Accounting Technician (average salary £47,889 per year)
The SwissUK™ Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business from SIMI is an integrated program aligned with the U.K. National Occupational Standards for the Professional Accounting Technician role (see more HERE), officially recognized by the U.K. government. This integration not only allows learners to earn a government-recognized Level 5 qualification, but also equips them with practical and career-ready skills.
- Learn the competencies employers value: Beyond theory, students develop comprehensive KSBs (Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviors) based on U.K. professional standards.
- Easily demonstrate competence in the workplace: Each learning outcome (L.O.) is aligned with professional criteria, allowing employers to assess and trust a candidate’s ability from the very first interview.
- Gain early opportunities for career advancement: The qualification is standardized according to national professional competency levels, enabling learners to qualify for recognized occupational roles.
- Competitive global earnings: The Professional Accounting Technician competency standard has an average salary of £47,889 per year in the United Kingdom.
- Internationally recognized professional profile: The competency framework is applied by multinational corporations, facilitating cross-border career mobility.
- Reduced risk of unemployment or career mismatch: Learners can enter the workforce immediately through an early national qualification pathway.
Key advantage over traditional Level 5 Diploma programs: 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.
