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Economic and Business Sciences

University of Maribor
Tuition EUR 2,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,350 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2015-09-17
Delivery On-campus
Location Maribor, Slovenia
Language English, Slovenian

Program Overview

The Economic and Business Sciences at University of Maribor is a MA programme in Business & Management taught in English, Slovenian over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Economic and Business Sciences programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Slovenia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English, Slovenian
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: EUR 2,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,350 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Maribor, Slovenia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Economic and Business Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:

  1. Business Analyst
  2. Management Consultant
  3. Product Manager
  4. Strategy Analyst
  5. Operations Manager
  6. Entrepreneur

Program Curriculum

Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Candidates who\ncompleted the following may apply for the master\xc2\x92s (2nd-cycle) programme \xc2\x93Economics and Business\xc2\x94:

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1. A bachelor\xc2\x92s\n(1st-cycle) programme in a relevant field:\nsocial sciences, business and law (3);

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2. A bachelor\xc2\x92s\n(1st-cycle) programme in a field not\nspecified under point 1:

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- for \xc2\x93Management of Public Enterprises\xc2\x94\nand \xc2\x93Corporate Governance and Management\xc2\x94 in any field;

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- for \xc2\x93Information Systems and\nE-Business Management\xc2\x94 in the field of computing (48) or engineering and\nengineering trades (52);

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-\xc2\xa0 for \xc2\x93Marketing Management\xc2\x94 and \xc2\x94International Business Economics\xc2\x94\nin the field of Hotel and service (811) and in the field of Travel, tourism,\nleisure (812).

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Prior to\nenrolment, candidates must fulfil study obligations corresponding to 10 ECTS\ncredits under the bachelor\xc2\x92s (1st-cycle) programme, a training\nprogramme or by taking placement tests. Candidates must fulfil the following\nobligations: \xc2\x93Basics of Business Communication, Decisions and Information\nSolutions\xc2\x94 (10 ECTS).

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- for \xc2\x93Economics\xc2\x94, \xc2\x93Finance and\nBanking\xc2\x94, \xc2\x93Information and E-Business Management\xc2\x94, \xc2\x93Management, Organisation\nand Human Resources\xc2\x94, \xc2\x93Marketing Management\xc2\x94, \xc2\x93International Business\nEconomics\xc2\x94, \xc2\x93Entrepreneurship and Innovation\xc2\x94, \xc2\x93Accounting, Auditing and\nTaxation\xc2\x94, \xc2\x93Strategic and Project Management\xc2\x94 in any field.

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Prior to\nenrolment, candidates must fulfil study obligations corresponding to 39 ECTS\ncredits under the bachelor\xc2\x92s (1st-cycle) programme, a training\nprogramme or by taking placement tests. Candidates must fulfil the following\nobligations: \xc2\x93Principles of Economics\xc2\x94 (6 ECTS), \xc2\x93Basics of Organization and\nManagement\xc2\x94 (6 ECTS), \xc2\x93Introduction to Business Information

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Systems\xc2\x94 (5 ECTS), \xc2\x93Fundamentals of Marketing\xc2\x94 (5 ECTS),\n\xc2\x93Accounting\xc2\x94 (5 ECTS), \xc2\x93Finance for Business\xc2\x94 (6 ECTS), \xc2\x93Business Economics\xc2\x94 (6\nECTS).

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In addition to\nother documents, the candidate must enclose a certificate of the exams passed.\nThe Faculty will organize a seminar course for the exam \xc2\x93Basics of Business\nCommunication, Decisions and Information Solutions\xc2\x94 (10 ECTS) in September\n(exams will take place after the course). Exact dates will be published on the\nFaculty\xc2\x92s website (http://www.epf.uni-mb.si).

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3. A bachelor\xc2\x92s vocational programme adopted prior to 11 June\n2004 in a relevant field: social sciences, business and law (3);

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4. A bachelor\xc2\x92s vocational programme adopted prior to 11 June\n2004 in another field:

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- for\n\xc2\x93Management of Public Enterprises\xc2\x94 and \xc2\x93Corporate Governance and Management\xc2\x94 in\nany field;

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- for\n\xc2\x93Information Systems and E-Business Management\xc2\x93 in the field of computing (48)\nor engineering and engineering trades (52);

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-\xc2\xa0 for \xc2\x93Marketing Management\xc2\x94 and \xc2\x94International Business Economics\xc2\x94\nin the field of Hotel and service (811) and in the field of Travel, tourism,\nleisure (812).

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Prior to\nenrolment, candidates must satisfy study obligations corresponding to 10 ECTS\ncredits under the bachelor\xc2\x92s (1st- cycle programme, a training\nprogramme or by taking placement tests. Candidates must fulfil the following\nobligations: \xc2\x93Basics of Business Communication, Decisions and Information\nSolutions\xc2\x94 (10 ECTS).

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- for \xc2\x93Economics\xc2\x94, \xc2\x93Finance and Banking\xc2\x94,\n\xc2\x93Information Systems and E-Business Management\xc2\x94, \xc2\x93Management, Organisation and\nHuman Resources\xc2\x94, \xc2\x93Marketing Management\xc2\x94, \xc2\x93International Business Economics\xc2\x94,\n\xc2\x93Entrepreneurship and Innovation\xc2\x93, \xc2\x93Accounting, Auditing and Taxation\xc2\x94,\n\xc2\x93Strategic and Project Management\xc2\x94 in any field.

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Prior to\nenrolment, candidates must fulfil study obligations corresponding to 39 ECTS\ncredits under the bachelor\xc2\x92s (1st-cycle) programme, a training\nprogramme or by taking placement tests. Candidates must fulfil the following\nobligations: \xc2\x93Principles of Economics\xc2\x94 (6 ECTS), \xc2\x93Basics of Organization and\nManagement\xc2\x94 (6 ECTS), \xc2\x93Introduction to Business Information Systems\xc2\x94 (5 ECTS),\n\xc2\x93Fundamentals of Marketing\xc2\x94 (5 ECTS), \xc2\x93Accounting\xc2\x94 (5 ECTS), \xc2\x93Finance for\nBusiness\xc2\x94 (6 ECTS), \xc2\x93Business Economics\xc2\x94 (6 ECTS).

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In addition to\nother documents, the candidate must enclose a certificate of the exams passed.\nThe Faculty will organize a seminar course for the exam \xc2\x93Basics of Business\nCommunication, Decisions and Information Solutions\xc2\x94 (10 ECTS) in September\n(exams will take place after the course). Exact dates will be published on the\nFaculty\xc2\x92s website (http://www.epf.uni-mb.si).

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5. A bachelor\xc2\x92s\nvocational programme and a specialisation programme adopted prior to 11 June\n2004 in a relevant field: social sciences, business and law (3).

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These\ncandidates are typically awarded up to 60 ECTS credits and may enrol in the\nsecond year provided they satisfy the transfer criteria laid down in the\naccredited study programme. The Faculty\xc2\x92s Academic Affairs Committee decides on\nthe recognition of study obligations.

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6. A bachelor\xc2\x92s vocational programme and a specialisation\nprogramme adopted prior to 11 June 2004 in another field:

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- for\n\xc2\x93Management of Public Enterprises\xc2\x94 and \xc2\x93Corporate Governance and Management\xc2\x94 in\nany field;

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- \xc2\x93Information\nSystems and E-Business Management\xc2\x93 in the field of computing (48) or\nengineering and engineering trades (52);

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Depending on\nthe amount of recognized obligations under a programme completed in the\nRepublic of Slovenia or abroad, candidates may be admitted to the same or a\nsubsequent year of the master\xc2\x92s (2nd-cycle)\nprogramme \xc2\x93Economic and Business Sciences\xc2\x94. In the recognition procedure,\nsatisfied obligations that may be recognized wholly or partly are identified\nand new obligations required for completion of the programme \xc2\x93Economic and\nBusiness Sciences\xc2\x94 are laid down. The Faculty\xc2\x92s Academic Affairs Committee\ndecides on the recognition of study obligations.

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Depending on\nthe amount of study obligations recognized in the context of a programme\ncompleted in the Republic of Slovenia or abroad, the candidate may be admitted\nto the same or a subsequent year of the master\xc2\x92s (2nd-cycle) programme \xc2\x93Economic and Business Sciences\xc2\x94. In the\nrecognition procedure, satisfied obligations that may be recognized

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wholly or partly are identified and new obligations required\nfor completion of the programme \xc2\x93Economic and Business Sciences\xc2\x94 are laid down.\nThe Faculty\xc2\x92s Academic Affairs Committee decides on the recognition of study\nobligations.\xc2\xa0

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 2,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,350 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: EUR 2,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,350 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Maribor directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Maribor

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  • Application Deadline 2015-09-17
  • Start Date 2017-10-01
  • Language English, Slovenian
  • Duration 24 months