Great businesses begin with great ideas, and they have a better chance of flourishing with guidance from experienced professionals in a supportive environment.
The BA (Hons) Business and Enterprise Development degree at Lincoln is designed for students who want to learn about business management and theory while starting their own businesses in a supportive and professional environment.
This course offers the opportunity to study business law, ethical and socially responsible entrepreneurship, the principles of business and operational management, e-business, and marketing. It encourages students to put their learning into practice within a structured programme of theoretical scholarship.
How You Study
Initially, students can learn the foundations of small business development within an entrepreneurial context. They are encouraged to work in a creative and strategic way to develop a business plan by themselves or with a group of fellow students.
With guidance from tutors, students are encouraged to develop ideas for their own businesses in the second year and start-up their business in the third year. They are expected to spend at least two days a week running their business and are able to tailor their degree by choosing from optional modules that specifically interest them.
Contact Hours
Contact hours vary by course and can take many forms, including lectures, seminars, and workshops. A full-time undergraduate student should expect to undertake a minimum of 37 hours of study each week during term-time, supplementing contact hours with independent study. This is an important aspect of university-level education. As a general rule, you will be expected to spend two to three hours working independently for every hour in class.
Methods of Assessment
The way in which you will be assessed will depend on your chosen course. It may include coursework, written and practical exams, portfolio development, group work, or presentations. A full breakdown of current assessment methods can be found on the individual course pages of this website. The University of Lincoln’s policy is to ensure that staff return assessments to students promptly.
Modules
First Year
Analysis of Business Data (Core)
Creativity and Entrepreneurial Thought (Core)
Introduction to Business Finance (Core)
Introduction to Business Law (Core)
Introduction to Enterprise (Core)
Organisational Behaviour (Core)
Principles of Marketing (Core)
The Responsible Entrepreneur (Core)
Second Year
Buyer Behaviour (Core)
Enterprise Project – Starting the business (Core)
Innovation Management (Core)
Principles of Project Management (Core)
Budgeting for Business (Option)†
Business English and Communication (Option)†
Corporate Reputation and Public Relations (Option)†
European Integration and Business (Option)†
Finance for Business (Option)†
LIBS International Year Abroad (Option)†
Operations Management (Option)†
Professional Practice (Option)†
Strategic Management (Option)†
Strategic Marketing Planning (Option)†
Third Year
Digital Business and E-Commerce (Core)
Enterprise Project - Growing the Business (Core)
Leadership and High-Performance Teams (Core)
Advanced Business English and Communication (Option)†
Business and the Natural Environment (Option)†
Family Business in Practice (Option)†
Rural and Regional Entrepreneurship (Option)†
How You Are Assessed
A variety of assessment methods are utilised during this course, including essays, examinations, oral presentations, and practicals. The way students are assessed on this course may vary for each module. The University of Lincoln’s policy is to ensure that staff return assessments to students promptly.
Scholarships
For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. The University of Lincoln offers a variety of merit-based and subject-specific bursaries and scholarships.
Entry Requirements 2021-22
United Kingdom
GCE Advanced Levels: BBC
International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall
BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points
Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, which must include English and Maths. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered.
International
Non-UK Qualifications:
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages for information on equivalent qualifications.
EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page.
If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-sessional English and Academic Study Skills courses.
Teaching and Learning During Covid-19
At Lincoln, Covid-19 has encouraged us to review our practices and, as a result, to take the opportunity to find new ways to enhance the student experience. We have made changes to our teaching and learning approach and to our campus, to ensure that students and staff can enjoy a safe and positive learning experience. We will continue to follow Government guidance and work closely with the local Public Health experts as the situation progresses, and adapt our teaching and learning accordingly to keep our campus as safe as possible.
Work Placement Year
All full-time students on this course have the opportunity to take a year-long work placement after the second year. A work placement can allow students to gain valuable experience and apply their learning in practice. Students are encouraged to obtain placements in the industry and do this independently, although tutors may provide support and advice during this process. Please note that students who choose to undertake a work placement do not pay tuition fees for that year, but are required to cover their travel, accommodation, and general living costs. For more information about this please visit LIBS work placement pages.
Sparkhouse Business Incubation Centre
Students study core modules during the second and third years at the University's on-campus business incubation centre, Sparkhouse, for their business start-ups, giving them access to meeting rooms and kitchen facilities, as well as post and reception services. They can access Lincoln International Business School's business networks and academics who specialise in research into small businesses and sustainable entrepreneurship. There are also opportunities to benefit from mentoring from members of the School's advisory board and the city's business community.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may choose to continue running the businesses they start while on the course or create new ventures. Others may use their entrepreneurial and business management skills as business development managers within organisations in the private, public, and third sectors.
Working in Partnership
Lincoln International Business School works with students and organisations to enhance the contribution of business to society. For students, that means developing their business skills and knowledge to improve their career readiness.
The University of Lincoln is a member of AACSB, a global nonprofit association connecting educators, students, and businesses to achieve a common goal: to create the next generation of great leaders.
