Human Resource Management (Hons) University of Lincoln (Work-Based Distance Learning)

Overview

The University of Lincoln's BSc (Hons) Human Resource Management programme is part of our Work-Based Distance Learning (WBDL) portfolio. It is designed to offer a clear academic and practical route into the specialist area of human resource management. Delivered by the Lincoln International Business School, this programme allows students to apply and develop their knowledge and skills as HR practitioners, while also exploring human resource management from a broader strategic perspective. Designed to fit around work and other commitments, the programme recognises the value of prior experience and supports learners in taking the next step in their professional journey. 

Learning is closely linked to real workplace practice, allowing students to reflect on their current role and confidently apply new ideas and approaches within their organisation. The programme is informed by the latest CIPD intermediate-level professional standards, which require a strong focus on professional skills development and the effective application of knowledge in a wide range of practical situations. As a result, the teaching team will take as its underpinning delivery strategy the 'student as producer' concept and will actively encourage and expect students to develop their own approaches to assessment tasks through the application of theoretical concepts to their own working environment. 

Completing this degree can support progression into a range of HR and people management roles, such as HR Advisor, HR Business Partner, Learning and Development Manager, or Employee Relations Specialist. For many students, this may also lead to enhanced professional status, a change in job title, increased responsibility, and access to higher salary opportunities. Whether your goal is career progression, professional recognition, or simply greater confidence in your role, this programme is designed to help you achieve it. 

Key Features

• A blended learning approach, drawing on University of Lincoln expertise in delivering online programmes to part-time students in employment

• An innovative and creative approach in teaching, learning and assessment, drawing on a range of digital and technological learning tools

• A learning experience offering students a wider critical perspective on the consequences of individual decisions and actions and on the ethics of being socially responsible, including corporate social responsibility, part of Lincoln International Business School's 'responsible futures principles'

• A clear focus on the student experience and academic, pastoral and professional support and care

How You Are Assessed

For each module there will be an assignment brief which will include details of learning outcomes, the assignment tasks, and weighting of the assignment tasks. Students will submit work using the Virtual Learning Environment. The programme uses both draft and final assessments. Draft assessments are an integral part of the learning process, and students will have opportunities to receive feedback electronically, on all assessment components in line with the University of Lincoln regulations. 

Due to the work-based learning nature of the programme, portfolios will be used extensively where appropriate combined with alternative assessment methods. Portfolio assessments could include reports, case studies, descriptions, reviews, reflective learning accounts, presentations, projects, proposals and plans, with accompanying critical commentary. Portfolio assessments are designed to enable students to demonstrate how they have applied knowledge and understanding, skills and behaviours in a real work environment and to achieve real work objectives. 

Why Choose Lincoln

• 100% online, work-based distance learning designed for flexible study

• Expert academic support with real industry insight

• Intuitive Virtual Learning Environment with access to online and campus library

• Build on your experience with Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

• Learn while you work, applying theory to real-world practice

• One-to-one tutor support with flexible interruption options
• University’s Sustainability Initiatives Recognised by The Financial Times

Accreditation

Lincoln International Business School:

• Is a member of AACSB.

• Possesses the highest level of recognition under the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme for this programme.
• Has a Gold Rating under the UK government's Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).