I still remember the moment I held my Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership, officially recognized by the UK government, after completing the APEL.Q process. I never imagined that a busy CEO like me, who hadn’t pursued formal education, could obtain a qualification from Ofqual UK.Gov. Not only did it help me secure a stable job in Switzerland, but it also provided me with a highly fulfilling professional life. I thought I had reached the peak of my career – until last week, when I received an unexpected invitation.
A university sent me an invitation to become a lecturer, but with one condition: accepting the position as a trainee lecturer and obtaining an additional academic qualification.
In the past, I might have hesitated, as transitioning from the corporate world to academia required a long and costly academic journey. But thanks to the absolute recognition and articulation between the APEL.Q system and academic qualifications, I embarked on this path with confidence and enthusiasm.
The Transition from CEO to Lecturer – An Unexpected Journey
As the CEO of a major corporation in Switzerland, I was accustomed to strategic meetings, managing senior teams, and making critical decisions. But when I accepted the teaching offer, I discovered the joy of sharing knowledge and inspiring the next generation of leaders.
By day, I continued leading my company as CEO.
By night, I stood in the lecture hall as a part-time lecturer.
I never thought I could juggle both roles so seamlessly. But it was APEL.Q that opened this door for me, allowing me to have my corporate experience recognized while also laying a strong foundation in academia.
From Competency-Based Qualification to Academic Qualification– A Remarkable Leap
One of the requirements to become a full-time lecturer was obtaining a Master’s degree. Previously, this meant spending 1 to 2 years studying, along with high tuition costs and time away from work. But with my Level 7 Diploma from APEL.Q, I found a faster and smarter route:
📌 I enrolled in the Master of Science in Management (Top-up) at Anglia Ruskin University
📌 My Level 7 Diploma from APEL.Q was immediately recognized, allowing me to progress directly to the dissertation phase
📌 It only took 4 months to complete the Master’s program
📌 The tuition fees were just a fraction of what I would have paid if I had started from scratch
So in just 4 months, I was able to continue my role as CEO while officially meeting the academic requirements to become a full-time lecturer.
APEL.Q – The Ultimate Advantage for Those Who Dare to Go Further
I realized that in today’s world, education is no longer a barrier if you have real capabilities.
💡 Do you have experience? Let APEL.Q convert it into a recognized qualification.
💡 Do you want to advance academically? Take advantage of the articulation system to save time and money.
💡 Do you want to diversify your career? Don’t limit yourself to one role – seize new opportunities.
Today, I am not just a CEO but also a university lecturer, passing on real-world experience to the next generation. And it all started with APEL.Q.
If you are also looking for a career transition without sacrificing time and money, let APEL.Q guide you, just as it did for me.
Mr. Pucia, APEL.Q Level 7 Diploma Graduate, 2023.