Introduction
At the heart of every successful business are people with the expertise to use physical and human resources effectively, leading teams to embrace the challenges they face and find the best way forward.
Business and Management at Lincoln is designed for students who want to work in the fast-paced global world of business, whether it is in a private, public, or third sector organisation.
The course aims to help students to develop the capacity to address the challenges of business practice by managing complexity, being confident in conditions of uncertainty, and positively responding to unintended consequences. Students are encouraged to think and act as managers, developing their critical-thinking skills, and building a broad knowledge of core business subject areas.
It aims to produce enterprising, highly employable graduates with an international perspective who are ready to work in a variety of settings, coordinating teams, managing projects, and delivering business strategies.
Students who successfully complete their degree with a one-year placement will receive the award title BA (Hons) Business and Management (with Work Placement). Those who do not will receive a BA (Hons) Business and Management award or equivalent exit award.
The course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute. Students completing the degree can achieve a Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership from the Chartered Management Institute.
How You Study
From the outset of the course, students are expected to tackle subjects that underpin business practice, such as finance, organisational behaviour, and microeconomics. This moves on to more complex aspects of management in the second year including diversity, innovation, operations, strategy, and budgeting. In their final year, students are able to specialise in areas including leadership, entrepreneurship, consultancy, marketing, and human resource management.
A range of teaching and learning methods are used on the degree to support a variety of learning styles. Lectures introduce key themes, theoretical perspectives and provide illustrative examples and case studies. Seminars provide the opportunity to discuss topics in more detail and use practical activities to engage with subject material.
One-to-one support is available to support understanding and learning. Individual feedback is available as you progress through the degree and is used to identify and resolve any learning difficulties.
Core modules on this programme have integrated opportunities for students to innovate and develop their entrepreneurial skills. There are opportunities for students to undertake problem-based learning, develop reflective practice, design and present exhibitions, and develop their professional portfolios.
The business and management course is delivered by staff with expertise in their relevant topics. Students are taught by a variety of people, such as those with professional experience, an academic background, research experience, technical expertise, and maybe supported by alumni and other current students.
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)
Employability and Careers (Core)
Introduction to Business Finance (Core)
Organisational Behaviour (Core)
Principles of Marketing (Core)
Principles of Microeconomics (Core)
The Management Professional (Core)
Work and Organisations (Core)
Second Year
Budgeting for Business (Core)
Cross-Cultural Management (Core)
Cross-Cultural Management (Core)
Human Resource Management (Core)
Operations Management (Core)
Strategic Management (Core)
The Sociology of Innovation (Core)
Business English and Communication (Option)†
Corporate Reputation and Public Relations (Option)†
European Integration and Business (Option)†
Finance for Business (Option)†
Innovation Management (Option)†
Knowledge Management (Option)†
LIBS International Year Abroad (Option)†
Principles of Macroeconomics (Option)†
Principles of Project Management (Option)†
Professional Practice (Option)†
Strategic Marketing Planning (Option)†
Third Year
Contemporary Issues in Management (Core)
Leadership and High-Performance Teams (Core)
Philosophy of Management (Core)
Advanced Business English and Communication (Option)†
Business and the Natural Environment (Option)†
Consultancy Project (Business) (Option)†
Crisis Management (Option)†
Disaster Management (Option)†
Dissertation (Business) (Option)†
Entrepreneurship (Option)†
Financial Management For Business 1 (Option)†
Financial Management For Business 2 (Option)†
Human Resource Management (Level 3) (Option)†
Marketing Communications (Option)†
Representations of Management and Organisations in Popular Media (Option)†
Venture Creation (Option)†
How You Are Assessed
The degree uses a range of assessment types that can assess individual performance and group performance to reflect the variety of learning styles in students. Assessments can include coursework such as assignments, projects, essays, reports, portfolios, and reflective logs; practical work including presentation, exhibition, role play, and oral assessment. Exams can include in-class tests or written exams.
The business and management course aims to provide timely feedback to students. Feedback is designed to identify areas of strength, weakness, and improvement in a student's work to support learning throughout the degree. Quality feedback is integral to the degree of teaching and learning strategy. Where possible feedback is available electronically. Students have access to one-to-one meetings to receive personalised feedback about their performance.
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.
"My course offered up-to-date industry knowledge that allowed me to thrive during my professional placement year with the bank that has since offered me a graduate role."
Stephanie Nock, BA (Hons) Business and Management graduate
Course-Specific Additional Costs
As part of this course, students can choose to undertake a year of work placement following the second year. They are expected to source their own paid placement but can be supported through the process. No tuition fees will be due for this year, but students will be expected to cover their own travel, accommodation, and general living costs.
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 also be considered.
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and will consider applicants who have a mix of qualifications.
We also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.
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.
Accreditations
The course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Students completing the degree can achieve a Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership from the CMI.
The degree has a strong relationship with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). As Affiliate Members of the CMI, students have access to CMI’s business mentoring scheme, career development centre, and professional learning resources to help develop professional expertise and to build relationships with industry throughout their degree.
Work Placement Year
As part of this course, students can choose to undertake a year of work placement following the second year. Students are expected to source their own paid placement, and support is available throughout the application process. No tuition fees will be due for this year, but students will be expected to cover their own travel, accommodation, and general living costs.
Students who successfully complete their studies with a year of work placement will receive the award title BA (Hons) Business and Management (with Work Placement). Those who do not will receive a BA (Hons) Business and Management award or equivalent exit award.
Students who require a Tier 4 visa to study BA (Hons) Business and Management (with Work Placement) will be issued a CAS with a course length that should be sufficient for you to complete the course without the placement year.
If you decide to undertake the BA (Hons) Business and Management (with Work Placement) and find a work placement as part of the course this will add additional time to your course and a new Tier 4 visa will be required either before or after the work placement to extend your stay in the UK.
There are also opportunities for relevant work experience and career development as part of the degree course itself, as well as through various other Lincoln International Business School and University schemes. For more information, please visit the LIBS work placements pages.
Business Society
The degree works closely with the Business Society to provide access to industry through guest speakers and business visits. This is very much the social arm of the degree.
Professional Skills Training
The degree offers online training to develop personal and professional skills in areas such as management development, employability mathematics, and finance. Bite-sized online training is also available to enhance proficiency with frequently used business software. Training is available for packages such as Word, Outlook, Excel.
The University of Lincoln is proud of its approach to nurturing entrepreneurship in its students. Lectures and visiting practitioners provide insight into current practice and global issues, while real-world projects help challenge students to develop problem-solving skills.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may go on to work in project management, logistics management, consultancy, retail, human resources, marketing, finance, manufacturing, education, information technology, and telecommunications, as well as public sector management.
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.
