International Business
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Duration
2 years
4 semesters
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Points
120 ECTS
per programme
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Title
MA
Master of Arts
In a small, open economy like Slovenia, international business is the engine of development.
In a globally connected world, companies face daily challenges of internationalisation, meeting global and local consumers, and constantly evolving business models. If you are interested in working in an international environment, getting to know different business cultures or have ambitions to work abroad, the Master's programme in International Business is the right choice for you. The programme prepares you for work in Slovenian and foreign international companies and institutions.
In the International Business programme, you will learn about the international business environment, the specifics of marketing, and the sociological and cultural dimensions. You will learn about economic trends, competitiveness, EU economic policies, logistics and consumer behaviour. The focus is on projects with companies, analyses of real-world challenges and the use of international databases, which will develop your understanding of the diversity of the international environment. Many foreign students are enrolled in the program, enriching the experience. You will work with national and international professors and guest lecturers. The programme provides you with a wide range of knowledge and skills for work on a global scale.
The Master in International Business at UL SEB is ranked 33rd in the QS International Trade MBA/Masters 2025 ranking. Two key strengths of the programme stand out: UL SEB is ranked an impressive 6th in the world for trade programme content, and the programme was ranked 23rd out of all institutions assessed for innovative teaching.
The programme at a glance
- Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)
- Points: 120 ECTS
- Title: Master of Science
- Study mode: Full-time
- Language: English
- Start of studies: October
- Application deadline: 30 June
- Tuition fee: Students do not pay tuition fees for full-time studies*
*Applies to students from EU and some non-EU countries. For detailed information, please visit our Fees and Price list webpage.
Programme highlights
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33th
place on QS International Trade Ranking
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30%
of foreign students
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81%
graduates find employment within one month after graduation
Curriculum
1st year
1st semester
- Managerial Economics (7 ECTS)
- Research Methods and Techniques (7 ECTS)
- Business Logistics Management (7 ECTS)
- International Business Environment (7 ECTS)
2nd semester
- Economic Policies of the EU (7 ECTS)
- Transnational Management (7 ECTS)
- Sustainable Marketing on Regional Markets (7 ECTS)
- Elective course (7 ECTS)
- Business Skills Development 1 (4 ECTS)
2nd year
1st semester
- International Business, Societies and Cultures (7 ECTS)
- *International Business Logistics (7 ECTS)
- *Risk Management in International Business (7 ECTS)
- **International Competitiveness: Concepts and Analytical Approaches (7 ECTS)
- **Consumer Behavior in a Global Environment (7 ECTS)
2nd semester
- Elective course (7 ECTS)
- Business Skills Development 2 (4 ECTS)
- Master's thesis proposal (7 ECTS)
- Master's thesis (21 ECTS)
Business Skills Development 1 and 2 are conducted in the 1st and 2nd semester.
* Students choose one course from the two listed.
** Students choose one course from the two listed.
Why study at UL SEB
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1%
we are among the top 1% of business schools in the world
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3
we are crowned with three international accreditations EQUIS, AMBA and AACSB
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95
We are one of the top 95 business schools in the Financial Times rankings
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63
Study and connect with students from 63 diferent countries
Career opportunities
Graduates of this programme are well-equipped to assume leadership roles in the global marketplace, leveraging their skills to navigate complex international environments. Typical career paths include:
- Manager in an international company, subsidiary, or representative office abroad
- Export Manager
- Head of international marketing, brands, or products in international companies
- Head of logistics, supply chains, or public procurement
- International projects manager
Mode of study
The programme is offered as a full-time study, allowing students to be fully immersed in a rich learning environment that combines academic knowledge with practical experience. This format supports close collaboration with peers, active participation in field research and excursions, and direct engagement with industry professionals.
Double Degree Programme
This programme offers a unique opportunity to obtain a double degree!
Double degrees in the International Business programme:
- RWTH Aachen University, Germany
- NEOMA Business School, France
In a double degree programme, two university degrees are obtained in parallel at two internationally recognised institutions and completed in the time required for one degree.
Double degree programmes provide an excellent opportunity for students to gain both academic knowledge and intercultural experience. These programmes offer a broad education and require a high level of ambition, organisation, and commitment. Some programmes include internships, opening up opportunities in the international labour market. Additionally, tuition fees are waived at partner institutions (with the exception of the double degree programme with NOVA IMS).
Enrolment requirements and selection criteria
The following students can enrol in Year 1:
- Anyone who has completed a first-cycle study programme in relevant professional fields and has achieved at least 180 ECTS credits, or who has completed a pre-Bologna study programme to obtain a higher professional education in relevant professional fields;
- Anyone who has completed equivalent study programmes listed in the previous indent in other professional fields and has completed additional study obligations in the amount of 12 ECTS credits.
Additional study obligations can be completed by candidates during their studies at the 1st level, in advanced training programmes, or by taking exams in Microeconomics 1 (6 ECTS) and Introduction to Business (6 ECTS) before enrolment in the Master's degree programme.
Available Enrolment places
Available places for citizens of Slovenia and the EU:
Full-time study: 50
Available places for non-EU citizens:
Full-time study: 15
Available places for Slovenians without Slovenian citizenship:
Full-time study: 1
Selection criteria in the event of a restriction of enrolment:
If enrolment capacity is limited, in accordance with Article 41 of the Higher Education Act, candidates will be selected on the basis of the average grade in the first-cycle study programme or bachelor study (70 %) and the grades in the type 2 and type 3 exams in the first-cycle study programme of the UL SEB (30 %).
A table with the subjects listed for each programme and the calculation formula can be viewed here.
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