International Business Management | BA (Hons)

Cristina Cherino - Programme Leader

Cristina Cherino is an Associate Professor and Programme Leader for BA (Hons) International Business Management. Cristina is also Academic Lead for Modern Languages at the Lincoln International Business School.

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Welcome to BA (Hons) International Business Management

Global connections and the ability to strike deals across national boundaries are at the heart of the worldwide economy, and this course aims to provide graduates with a solid grasp of international business processes and mechanics.

Knowledge across a range of disciplines is required by students looking to understand business operations in an international context. Staff at Lincoln aim to provide a supportive and dynamic learning environment to engage and inspire students aspiring to careers in the field.

Students can study a range of topics, including data analytics, modern languages, finance, operations management, human resources, strategic management, and marketing. The course focus is on developing the knowledge and skills needed to progress to a career in a professional business environment.

How You Study

The first year introduces students to the topics of marketing, economics, and international business, while developing independent critical thinking skills. The second year progresses to cover aspects such as cross-cultural management, strategic management, and operations management.

Those wishing to experience studying abroad can do so in their second year as part of the University's exchange programme. Previous students have enjoyed placements in North America, Mexico, France, Germany, Malta, Italy, Spain, Romania, Finland, and China. Students who choose to study abroad are responsible for covering their own travel, accommodation, and general living costs.

In their final year, students are able to choose from a range of modules to reflect their own interests, including Business and the Natural Environment; Financial Management for Business; and Global Marketing Strategy.

Students have the opportunity to learn or improve a modern language, including French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, and Business English, at no extra cost. The language studied is normally related to the country that is chosen for a study placement. Students can start most of the languages on offer in Year 1 as a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level, depending on their background in their chosen language.

What You Need to Know

We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. To help you choose the course that’s right for you, we aim to bring to your attention all the important information you may need. Our What You Need to Know page offers detailed information on key areas including contact hours, assessment, optional modules, and additional costs.

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An Introduction to Your Modules

† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.

Business Environment (Micro) 2023-24ECO1032Level 42023-24CoreData Analytics for Business 2023-24ECO1031Level 42023-24This module develops some quantitative techniques that underpin research and business analysis. It promotes a critical awareness and understanding of some of the processes, techniques and technology by which numerical information can be collected and analysed. In addition to ensuring that students are competent in relevant numerical techniques, it anticipates the requirements of later modules, such as independent study, that entail analysis of numerical information using statistical tests.CoreFinance for non-specialists 2023-24FIN1012MLevel 42023-24This module is designed to provide an introduction to basic business finance for non-specialist students. The module explores the essential elements of business finance, which are required for a career in business, in any discipline.CoreOrganisational Behaviour 2023-24MGT1022MLevel 42023-24This module is intended for students who are interested in understanding the way people work, as individuals and as group members in firms. The module explores essential topics in a clear, concise and informative manner, aiming to introduce students to the interpersonal perceptual processes in a work environment; the key behavioural factors determining effective and ineffective groups; the usefulness of theories on leadership/management styles; and the difficulties in implementing change in organisations.CorePrinciples of Marketing 2023-24MKT1001MLevel 42023-24This module provides an introduction to the theory and practice of marketing, as well as marketing technologies that will underpin the more specialist marketing modules at higher levels. Students are introduced to the key concepts, terminologies, and issues of marketing not only in specific businesses, but also in a broad social context. The module shows how sustainable market success can be achieved through business environment analysis and customer-centred product/services development. The module will examine the customer journey and stakeholder engagement to evaluate the impact of marketing activities on consumers, the environment, and society. Students will also benefit from gaining insights on the latest marketing thinking, trends, and techniques; learning from experienced marketing practitioners and developing creative mindset, cognitive flexibility, social and emotional intelligence to manage the plethora of opportunities and challenges that will help them to success in future world of work.CoreTrade and International Business 2023-24ECO1027MLevel 42023-24The purpose of this module is to develop students awareness and understanding of the dynamics of globalisation, the role of international business as both cause and consequence of that process and the variety of entry strategies adopted by international businesses. Students will have the chance to develop their knowledge of key concepts, terminologies and theories on international business.CoreAdvanced French 1 2023-24MOD1393MLevel 42023-24OptionalAdvanced French 2 2023-24MOD1394MLevel 42023-24OptionalAdvanced German 1 2023-24MOD1395MLevel 42023-24OptionalAdvanced German 2 2023-24MOD1396MLevel 42023-24OptionalAdvanced Spanish 1 2023-24MOD1397MLevel 42023-24OptionalAdvanced Spanish 2 2023-24MOD1398MLevel 42023-24OptionalBusiness English Culture and Society 1 2023-24MOD1407MLevel 42023-24OptionalBusiness English Culture and Society 2 2023-24MOD1408MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore Chinese 1 2023-24MOD1399MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore Chinese 2 2023-24MOD1400MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore French 1 2023-24MOD1401MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore French 2 2023-24MOD1402MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore German 1 2023-24MOD1403MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore German 2 2023-24MOD1404MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore Italian 1 2023-24MOD1628MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore Italian 2 2023-24MOD1629MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore Spanish 1 2023-24MOD1405MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore Spanish 2 2023-24MOD1406MLevel 42023-24OptionalIntermediate French 1 2023-24MOD1409MLevel 42023-24OptionalIntermediate French 2 2023-24MOD1410MLevel 42023-24OptionalIntermediate German 1 2023-24MOD1411MLevel 42023-24OptionalIntermediate German 2 2023-24MOD1412MLevel 42023-24OptionalIntermediate Spanish 2 2023-24MOD1414MLevel 42023-24OptionalIntermediate Spanish 1 2023-24MOD1413MLevel 42023-24OptionalProfessional Development 2023-24MGT1027MLevel 42023-24This module is designed to enable students to identify potential career paths, understand power, emotional intelligence and responsibility in a professional context. Moreover, the module enhances the students' understanding of the graduate job market and the skills they need for meeting employer requirements and securing a job. Assessments enable the students to map their skills and competences based on the analysis of job descriptions and practise interview and presentation skills. In addition to lectures and seminars, the students will learn from industry guest speakers who will share their personal career journeys and provide detailed advice on specific graduate job opportunities.OptionalThe International Business Professional 2023-24BUS1028MLevel 42023-24This module is designed to enhance the knowledge, understanding and skills students need to foster an international career. The module aims to increase awareness of cultural diversity and the experience of living in different countries and cultural contexts. Students will have the opportunity to start planning for their careers and developing their employability skills for international settings.OptionalCross Cultural Management 2024-25MGT2034MLevel 52024-25This module is designed for students who are thinking of a career in the international arena. It will be of use to anyone interested in working in multinationals or those interested in understanding how business is conducted across different culturesCoreEthics, Sustainability and Responsibility 2024-25MGT2291MLevel 52024-25CoreEuropean Business Environment 2024-25ECO2106Level 52024-25This module aims to provide students with an understanding of the background and context of the contemporary business environment as it has been shaped within the European Union by the policies and programmes developed at a European level. It draws on theories and concepts from the disciplines of economics, politics, and history. The initial focus is to develop an understanding of the dynamic process of economic integration that has taken place within the EU. The module aims to identify the main features and institutional frameworks at EU level within which decisions about policies and programmes are made. The objective of this study is to enable students to gain an understanding of how the business community can access the policy-making process and influence the EUs policies and programmes.CoreInternational Business Environment 2024-25ECO2205Level 52024-25This module sets out to develop student knowledge of the gains to be made from trading internationally. It focuses also on the gains to be made from economic integration and the globalisation process.CoreOperations Management 2024-25BUS2141MLevel 52024-25This module is designed to introduce students to a wide range of Operations Management topics that contribute to an understanding of organisations as systems seeking to remain viable and competitive within their environment.CoreAdvanced French for Business 3 2024-25MOD2585MLevel 52024-25OptionalAdvanced French for Business 4 2024-25MOD2586MLevel 52024-25OptionalAdvanced German for Business 3 2024-25MOD2587MLevel 52024-25OptionalAdvanced German for Business 4 2024-25MOD2588MLevel 52024-25OptionalAdvanced Spanish for Business 3 2024-25MOD2589MLevel 52024-25OptionalAdvanced Spanish for Business 4 2024-25MOD2590MLevel 52024-25OptionalBudgeting for Business 2024-25FIN2142MLevel 52024-25OptionalBusiness English and Communication A 2024-25MOD2370MLevel 52024-25This module is only for students whose first language is not English. The aim of the module is to enable students to communicate successfully in the international business world. The module focuses on a range of business skills that can be applied in a global context, as well as the skills and themes associated with working in a foreign country or dealing with international businesses. The module places an emphasis on independent study. The module aims to strengthen and consolidate existing communicative competence and introduce new skills. Students can learn persuading, influencing, negotiating and problem solving skills. There is the opportunity to develop a broad critical understanding of cultural issues and their impact on businesses.OptionalBusiness English and Communication B 2024-25MOD2371MLevel 52024-25This module is only for students whose first language is not English. The aim of the module is to enable students to communicate successfully in the international business world. The module focuses on a range of business skills that can be applied in a global context, as well as the skills and themes associated with working in a foreign country or dealing with international businesses. The module places an emphasis on independent study. The module aims to strengthen and consolidate existing communicative competence and introduce new skills. Students can learn persuading, influencing, negotiating, and problem solving skills. There is the opportunity to develop a broad critical understanding of cultural issues and their impact on businesses.OptionalBusiness Environment (Macro) 2024-25ECO2104Level 52024-25This module aims to provide the non-economist with an amalgam of macroeconomic theory and contemporary comment which prepares students for a further study in economics. There is a grounding in basic macro concepts such as inflation and deflation, growth and stagnation, and balance of payment issues and exchange rates.OptionalCompetition and Regulation 2024-25ECO2103MLevel 52024-25This module explores some key areas of microeconomic policy for business. At its heart it is a consideration of competition theory and industrial structure. This informs the analysis of competition policy in sectors, such as telecoms and airlines. This is extended to a consideration of injecting competition into the state sector. Other areas of state intervention are explored where activities are taxes; prices are regulated; or industry is incentivised to relocate. Throughout, concepts and applications are made relevant to real world examples.OptionalCore Chinese for Business 3 2024-25MOD2592MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore Chinese for Business 4 2024-25MOD2605MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore French for Business 4 2024-25MOD2594MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore French for Business 3 2024-25MOD2593MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore German for Business 3 2024-25MOD2595MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore German for Business 4 2024-25MOD2596MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore Italian for Business 4 2024-25MOD2609MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore Italian for Business 3 2024-25MOD2608MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore Spanish for Business 3 2024-25MOD2603MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore Spanish for Business 4 2024-25MOD2604MLevel 52024-25OptionalFinance for Business 2024-25FIN2144MLevel 52024-25The module is designed to equip students with understanding and skills to help them deal with the financial issues they will face in whatever business discipline they eventually practise. At its conclusion, students should have a solid understanding of the key elements of financial accounting and financial management that inform and affect the manager.OptionalHuman Resource Management 2024-25HRM2105MLevel 52024-25This module endeavours to provide an introduction to the importance of the Human Resource Management (HRM) function in an organisational context. The module explores and examines the strategic role of HRM and its contribution to the operational aspects of the HR function to support workforce planning in light of the broader business, social and ethical context. The module provides an important oversight for both aspiring HR practitioners and also future organisational managers.OptionalIntermediate French for Business 3 2024-25MOD2597MLevel 52024-25OptionalIntermediate French for Business 4 2024-25MOD2598MLevel 52024-25OptionalIntermediate German for Business 4 2024-25MOD2600MLevel 52024-25OptionalIntermediate German for Business 3 2024-25MOD2599MLevel 52024-25OptionalIntermediate Spanish for Business 3 2024-25MOD2601MLevel 52024-25OptionalIntermediate Spanish for Business 4 2024-25MOD2602MLevel 52024-25OptionalLIBS International Year Abroad 2024-25MGT2286MLevel 52024-25Lincoln International Business School (LIBS) believes that an option to study overseas is a valuable educational opportunity for our students. The optional year is intended to: -enable students to benefit from studying similar subjects within a cross cultural environment, by exposing students to a wider academic and cultural experience; -facilitate reflexivity in learning and personal and professional development; -enhance their future employment opportunities by increasing their cultural and professional mobility. This module is optional for all taught on campus undergraduate students within Lincoln International Business School. Study Abroad is a year long module which enables students to spend time studying abroad at one of the Universitys approved partner institutions. During the year spent abroad, students share classes with local students and study on a suite of locally-delivered taught modules which have been approved in advance by the University. As many partner institutions support internships it is anticipated that some students will elect to combine study (minimum one semester equivalent) with work and or a period of volunteering. Eligible students must have completed their second year of study to a satisfactory standard (normally with an average of a 2.2 or above, dependent upon partner requirements) standard and successfully completed the application process. Upon completion of the study period abroad, each student will be required to submit a portfolio including a reflection on the experience of living and studying in a different cultural environment and the skills acquired.OptionalMacro Environment - Trends and Policies 2024-25ECO2105Level 52024-25OptionalPrinciples of Project Management 2024-25BUS2040MLevel 52024-25This module aims to provide a solid foundation in the theory and best practice of project management, with the aim of developing the practical skills of how to plan, implement and control projects. The module provides students with the chance to develop an understanding of the system perspective on management and a practically oriented introduction to the nature and purpose of project management and its key functions (scope, time, cost, quality, risk). To adequately balance the hard skills learned, the module also involves an appreciation of how to communicate with project stakeholders and an understanding of the organisational and human issues involved in managing projects.OptionalProfessional Practice 2024-25MGT2037MLevel 52024-25This module is aimed at those students who have decided to take a year out of formal studies to gain accredited work experience and are registered on a degree programme with an accredited professional practice element. The Professional Practice Year aims to give students a continuous experience of full-time work within an organisation. It should be a three way co-operative activity between employer, student and University from which all parties benefit. Students can choose to pursue a variety of options including a placement year, a consultancy project or a work-based dissertation. Potential costs relating to this module are outlined in the Features tab.OptionalStrategic Marketing Planning 2024-25MKT2021MLevel 52024-25OptionalStudy Abroad Replacement Credit (1) 2024-25MKT2157MLevel 52024-25Students can elect to study up to 60 credits abroad at one of our partner universities , usually in the second semester. Usually students will elect to study for a semester and take 60 credits of study.OptionalStudy Abroad Replacement Credit (2) 2024-25MKT2158MLevel 52024-25Students can elect to study up to 60 credits abroad at one of our partner universities , usually in the second semester. Usually students will elect to study for a semester and take 60 credits of study.OptionalStudy Abroad Replacement Credit (3) 2024-25MKT2159MLevel 52024-25Students can elect to study up to 60 credits abroad at one of our partner universities , usually in the second semester. Usually students will elect to study for a semester and take 60 credits of study.OptionalStudy Abroad Replacement Credit (4) 2024-25MKT2160MLevel 52024-25Students can elect to study up to 60 credits abroad at one of our partner universities , usually in the second semester. Usually students will elect to study for a semester and take 60 credits of study.OptionalGeo-Politics and International Business 2025-26BUS3583Level 62025-26Geo-politics is not a new concept, however, recent global events have connected the international landscape further. This module, enables learners to explore, debate and critically analyse how geo-politics help decision-makers broaden their horizons, enrich their strategies and enable them to become inclusive and forward thinking organisations. How they have learnt from history and evolved by integrating thinking with a global perspective, enabling learners to develop understanding of what it means to be a worker in a borderless world. Enabling them to consider what future skills are required to exist and succeed.CoreGlobal Entrepreneurship 2025-26BUS3578MLevel 62025-26CoreStrategy 2025-26MGT3286Level 62025-26CoreAdvanced French Business, Culture and Society 5 2025-26MOD3338MLevel 62025-26OptionalAdvanced French Business, Culture and Society 6 2025-26MOD3339MLevel 62025-26OptionalAdvanced German Business, Culture and Society 5 2025-26MOD3340MLevel 62025-26OptionalAdvanced German Business, Culture and Society 6 2025-26MOD3341MLevel 62025-26OptionalAdvanced Spanish Business, Culture and Society 5 2025-26MOD3342MLevel 62025-26OptionalAdvanced Spanish Business, Culture and Society 6 2025-26MOD3343MLevel 62025-26OptionalBusiness Ethics in the 21st Century 2025-26BUS3577MLevel 62025-26Students studying this module will understand that business ethics comprises of complex ideas, applications, and interpretations about not only what is right and wrong, but also why things are considered right and wrong. Business ethics is key part of developing responsible leadership at all levels of organisations.OptionalCore Chinese Business, Culture and Society 5 2025-26MOD3344MLevel 62025-26OptionalCore Chinese Business, Culture and Society 6 2025-26MOD3345MLevel 62025-26OptionalCore French Business, Culture and Society 5 2025-26MOD3346MLevel 62025-26OptionalCore French Business, Culture and Society 6 2025-26MOD3347MLevel 62025-26OptionalCore German Business, Culture and Society 5 2025-26MOD3348MLevel 62025-26OptionalCore German Business, Culture and Society 6 2025-26MOD3349MLevel 62025-26OptionalCore Italian Business, Culture and Society 5 2025-26MOD3354MLevel 62025-26OptionalCore Italian Business, Culture and Society 6 2025-26MOD3355MLevel 62025-26OptionalCore Spanish Business, Culture and Society 5 2025-26MOD3350MLevel 62025-26OptionalCore Spanish Business, Culture and Society 6 2025-26MOD3351MLevel 62025-26OptionalCrisis Management 2025-26TOU3120MLevel 62025-26This module addresses the implications of interruption to business and the issues and problems that may arise in connection with measures designed to counteract the effect of such interruption. Students are introduced to the underlying rationale for crisis management and business continuity initiatives both from a theoretical and professional perspective. The module examines the positioning of crisis management within an organisations overall strategic plan by reference to examples of good practice from organisations at home and abroad. Students can examine the role and function of effective crisis communication during times of crisis. Approaches to crisis management are evaluated and applied to a range of organisational case studies. The module also explores the relationship between crisis management and risk management which is seen as an inherent part of all businesses and which is further compounded by the uncertainties with the nature of product and consumer.OptionalData and Enquiry 2025-26ECO3208Level 62025-26OptionalDigital Marketing and E-Commerce 2025-26MKT3094Level 62025-26The central theme of this module revolves around understanding the various concepts, theories and models associated with developing and marketing an ecommerce business and applying them to organisations, customers and stakeholders. The module will provide students with the chance to practice and conceptualise their own ecommerce business and consider the role of digital marketing in terms of how it contributes to the maintenance and development of an online business. This module provides students with an overview of e-business by reviewing how firms run their businesses, organize operational infrastructures, share information with business partners and communicate with customers. It explores the role of e-commerce (that is, the trading of goods and services through online systems such as e-sales and e-purchases) on market position, competition and sustainability, and encourages student to reflect on the changing nature of the relationship between the supplier and user /the human and the digital interface. The module offers students an opportunity to develop important subject specific practical and digital skills and knowledge that most organisations would recognise as being highly important and appropriate, now and in the future or alternatively would serve them well in the development of their own business. These typically include understanding how to research, plan and manage an e-commerce business, understanding the technical support and delivery systems needed to run a successful e-commerce business. Students will then delve into how to market an e-commerce business learning practical digital skills which will typically include developing key e-commerce website features focusing on the importance of User Experience across the buyer stages and the principles of UX design. Students will also consider and apply digital marketing skills which will typically include; search engine optimisation, key word placement, PPC advertising, social media marketing and digital lead generation tactics to support sales through an e-commerce platform. Decolonisation: The aims of decolonisation both complement and transcend efforts to create a diverse, inclusive learning environment. Its purpose is to reassess and restructure knowledge frameworks and received approaches to knowledge creation and transfer in Business and Marketing education. Our approach to decolonising the marketing curriculum is structured by our geographical and cultural context and allied to One Community values. As ecommerce businesses exist and grow in a global space it is increasingly important for marketing and ecommerce professionals to understand the where and how they operate acknowledging the local operating territory. The module will look to incorporate alternative worldviews around ecommerce business practices as well as ecommerce consumer behaviour. Success is difficult to measure for an emergent project such as decolonisation, which requires individuals to question what they think they know, and to change mindsets. Decolonisation of the curriculum and pedagogy cannot be reduced to a tick box exercise or simplistic curriculum mapping. It is an ongoing process which will continue to affect the reshaping of our curriculum and reconfiguration of our pedagogy in years to come. However, the Module will begin to be informed by the practices of revealing coloniality, informing of historic and present harms around ecommerce business practices with a view to educating ourselves around decolonial approaches at the level of business owner as well as the ecommerce consumer. We will give specific focus to supply chain, human resource, impact investment, social influence. PRIME The Lincoln International Business School is committed to the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) to develop future leaders that are socially responsible who will create sustainable environmental and economic value. This module contributes to the PRME agenda by Goal 4: Quality Education - Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all Goal 5: Gender Equality - Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all Goal 8: Decent Work & Growth - Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for allOptionalDisaster Management 2025-26TOU3119MLevel 62025-26This module examines the various scenaria that arise during the management of natural disasters. It enables students to examine different disaster situations and competing approaches to disaster management intervention measures. The module aims to expose students to the anatomy of disaster and to reflect upon the best strategic practices for the management and control of disasters and emergencies. The module uses real case studies to demonstrate the importance of preparedness for disaster, and the need for effective recovery and rehabilitation measures. Students are introduced to the levels of command and the systems in place for any situation requiring major emergency or disaster management. The module also examines the position of relief workers and victims caught up in disaster. As such, this module analyses a range of strategic options in terms of theory and practice. The development of strategic thinking is relevant to both those interested in uniformed and non-uniformed public sector management. The module aims to increase students awareness of the nature and management of disasters, drawing on an interdisciplinary approach. It is designed to enable graduates to engage with and relate to disaster professionals with confidence and commitment.OptionalEssential English Leadership Skills A 2025-26MOD3357Level 62025-26This module is only for students whose first language is not English. The module aims to enable students to gain high-level communication skills appropriate for leaders in the international business world. The main aims are to strengthen and consolidate existing communicative competence and introduce new skills as appropriate, to apply communication skills to selected professional contexts, and to provide increasing opportunities for initiative, autonomy, and group work. The module aims to enable students to be able to communicate information effectively within international businesses to a diverse range of audiences, presenting an organisation and its services or products in the clearest possible way to consumers, clients and colleagues. Students can develop the skills to work successfully in a team and in a professional manner appropriate for leadership.OptionalEssential English Leadership Skills B 2025-26MOD3358Level 62025-26This module is only for students whose first language is not English. The module aims to enable students to gain high-level communication skills appropriate for leaders in the international business world. The main aims are to strengthen and consolidate existing communicative competence and introduce new skills as appropriate, to apply communication skills to selected professional contexts, and to provide increasing opportunities for initiative, autonomy, and group work. The module aims to enable students to be able to communicate information effectively within international businesses to a diverse range of audiences, presenting an organisation and its services or products in the clearest possible way to consumers, clients and colleagues. Students can develop the skills to work successfully in a team and in a professional manner appropriate for leadership.OptionalFinancial Management For Business 1 2025-26FIN3031MLevel 62025-26This module is designed to enhance students learning from their level two studies and to take their appreciation of theoretical finance into the real world of business application. The module will aim to teach the financial skills and knowledge that will be invaluable to students whichever career they subsequently pursue.OptionalFinancial Management For Business 2 2025-26FIN3032MLevel 62025-26This module is designed to enhance students' learning from Financial Management for Business 1 and to expand their thinking, application and challenge of a number of areas of corporate finance, aiming to give students a range of practical tools and understanding for their eventual roles within a plethora of different types of organisation.OptionalGlobal Competition and Regulation 2025-26ECO3206Level 62025-26OptionalGlobal Marketing Strategy 2025-26MKT3088Level 62025-26OptionalIndependent Project - Research 2025-26MGT3290MLevel 62025-26The Final Independent Research Project, allows students to undertake a substantive piece of research in the context of both their chosen degree specialism and Lincoln International Business School's commitment to principles of responsible management. Research areas will be framed by areas of research expertise existing with relevant departments. Students will progress through guided research and workshops to supervised independent study.OptionalMacro Environment Global Perspectives 2025-26ECO3207Level 62025-26OptionalMultinational Enterprises and the Global Economy 2025-26ECO3102MLevel 62025-26On this module students have the opportunity to explore the historical development of foreign direct investment activity. This aims to give them the chance to develop an understanding of the main advantages to be gained from firms engaging further in international business activities as well as understand the workings of a global enterprise in a dynamic world economy.OptionalStrategic Human Resource Development 2025-26HRM3108MLevel 62025-26The major function of the module is to locate the role of Human Resource Development (HRD) function in the organisational context. The module explores and examines strategic as well as operational aspects of the function in the light of the contemporary business environment and social context.Optional

How you are assessed

The way students are assessed on this course may vary for each module. Examples of assessment methods that are used include coursework, such as written assignments, reports or dissertations; practical exams, such as presentations, performances or observations; and written exams, such as formal examinations or in-class tests. The weighting given to each assessment method may vary across each academic year.

The University of Lincoln aims to ensure that staff return in-course assessments to students promptly.

Fees and Scholarships

Going to university is a life-changing step and it's important to understand the costs involved and the funding options available before you start. A full breakdown of the fees associated with this programme can be found on our course fees pages.

Course Fees

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. For full details and information about eligibility, visit our scholarships and bursaries pages.

Entry Requirements 2023-24

United Kingdom

A Level: BBC (112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 3 A Levels or equivalent qualifications).

International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall.

BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit or equivalent.

T Level: Merit

Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points.

A combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTEC, EPQ, etc.

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. We will 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:

https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ 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 https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/.

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.

The University of Lincoln's International College also offers university preparation courses for international students who do not meet the direct entry requirements. Upon successful completion, students can progress to Bachelor's study at the University of Lincoln. Please visit https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/internationalcollege/ for more information.

If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk

Work Placement Year

All full-time students on this course are able take a year-long work placement after their second year, providing industry experience. Students are expected to source their own placement, and tutors can provide support during the process if required. Those who take this option do not pay tuition fees for that year but will be required to cover their own travel, accommodation, and general living costs.

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 LIBS work placements pages.

“I chose this degree as the modules covered a wide variety of content in areas that sounded interesting and would be of benefit to my career down the line. You can even learn a foreign language if you want to, which attracted me as I would like to experience working abroad.”

Alfie Jordan Sibley, BA (Hons) International Business Management graduate

Learn a Modern Language

An integral part of the BA (Hons) International Business Management is the option to learn or improve a modern language. Languages available include French, German Spanish, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, and Business English Communications. The language studied is normally related to the country that is chosen for a study placement. Students can start most of the languages on offer in Year 1 as a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level, depending on their background in their chosen language.

Study Abroad

Students on this course have the chance to spend a term learning at an overseas university as part of our exchange programme. The study placement takes place in the second year. Students share classes with local students, allowing the opportunity to examine the nature of their chosen subject area in the host country, as well as the chance to socialise in another culture.

Previous students have enjoyed placements in North America, Mexico, France, Germany, Spain, Romania, Finland, and China. Students who choose to study abroad are responsible for covering their own travel, accommodation, and general living costs.

"University has been a life-changing experience for me. It has pushed me closer to my goals, thanks to the resources and the commitment of staff at Lincoln."

Patricia Rodriguez Lopez-Salvatierra, BA (Hons) International Business Management graduate

Career Opportunities

This course is designed to prepare graduates for careers in diverse areas of business. Past students have progressed to roles such as recruitment consultant, operations manager, international wealth adviser, business analyst, and business development manager, while others have continued their studies at postgraduate level.

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. Find out more.

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Key Information

BA (Hons) International Business Management