Social sciences, Business and Law
Master

Courses:

- Environmental and Physical Geography – Geography of Tourism - Single Course
- Environmental and Physical Geography – Political Geography - Single Course
- Environmental and Physical Geography – Applied Geoinformatics - Single Course
- Regional Planning and Urban - Rural Studies – Geography of Tourism - Single Course
- Regional Planning and Urban - Rural Studies – Political Geography - Single Course
- Regional Planning and Urban - Rural Studies – Applied Geoinformatics - Single Course
- Geography - Combined Teacher Education Course

Graduates of the single-subject courses of the second-level Master's degree programme in Geography acquire in-depth and specific knowledge and skills in applied geography. Due to the great heterogeneity of applied geography and the integration of geography with other related spatial sciences, the program enables a wide range of choices with specializations in the following areas: environmental protection; applied physical geography; regional and spatial planning; rural studies; urban studies; political geography; geography of tourism; and applied geoinformatics.
The aim of the program is to train students for independent research work, for participation in research projects and participation in interdisciplinary research groups. Upon completion of the programme, the student will be qualified to work in environmental protection, regional and spatial planning, tourism, international relations and integration, and applied geoinformatics.
Graduates of the Combined Teacher Education Course of the Second-level Master's degree programme in Geography are qualified to transfer the acquired geographical knowledge to various types and forms of education at all school levels, and can also plan and implement the most complex work in various school and extracurricular activities.

Courses:
- Library, Information Science and Publishing Studies - single- course (orientations: Library Science, Information Science and Publishing Studies)
- Library and Information Studies – combined course
- Library and Information Studies – Combined Teacher Education Course

The main objective of the Master's degree programme in Library, Information and Publishing Studies is to train Master's students to work in all types of organisations involved in the storage, organisation and dissemination of information.

The Information Science major specifically prepares students for the organisation of information in the economic and non-economic sectors, the Librarianship major for the most demanding professional and managerial work in libraries, and the Publishing major for the most demanding professional work in book-publishing and other media companies, as well as in economic, governmental and non-governmental organisations where publishing activities are carried out.

As the field of library, information and publishing studies is concerned with the study of all aspects of information from its creation to its dissemination and use, and with the design of processes and services for effective access to information, the profession of information professional such as the one trained by the programme is one of the professions of the future.

The master study programme Law represents an upgrade to the academic bachelor study programme.

The basic goal of the programme is to form the professional profile of an expert able to work independently in any legal profession that generally requires taking the State bar examination. These include mainly all professions in justice administration, the most responsible expert positions in state administration, complex expert diplomatic posts and leadership of legal services in the economic sector.

Students who want to take the Slovenian State bar examinations will be able to gain a quality skills basis facilitating passing the exam. The study programme provides students a choice to decide between the following study-orientation modules: General module, Commercial law module, State law module, and International law module. Graduates receive the title magister prava or magistrica prava.

The master study programme Administration-Public Sector Governance is designed to follow contemporary developments and trends in administrative systems within which, in addition to the concepts of "new public management", the principles of management, economics, organisation and informatics of the public sector are gaining in importance, as they form the superstructure of administrative law.

The study programme offers students skills for in-depth independent research work and autonomous solving of complex expert and scientific issues.

The first part of the course syllabus is comprised of compulsory and general subjects while the second is divided into four modules: the administrative-legal, administrative-economic, administrative-organization and administrative-information programmes which enable students to obtain detailed knowledge of narrow, select areas either due to already acquired practical experience or for the purpose of planned future occupation.

The culture of the 21st century is an incredibly complex mixture of diverse values, lifestyles, digital platforms, popular-cultural content, religions, aesthetics, consumer preferences, and strategies for attracting attention on social media platforms. The Cultural Studies programme connects all these phenomena to diverse frameworks of cultural research and thus allows students to understand and analyse contemporary cultural landscapes. It also broadens intellectual horizons, encourages critical thinking and creativity, and instructs on various interdisciplinary research techniques.
The Cultural Studies programme has a large proportion of elective courses, several of which include practical activities. The programme is meant for intellectually curious minds as well as for all those who are interested in thinking outside of established patterns. The courses address highly diverse academic fields such as multiculturalism, studies of sexuality, film studies, contemporary literature, cognitive studies of music, Balkan studies etc.
Masters in Cultural Studies are, thanks to their analytical skills and understanding of cultural processes, qualified to work independently at various institutions and enterprises that are directly or indirectly related to culture. These include various sectors of the creative and media industries (film and television production, social media, design agencies, cultural and lifestyle editorial offices etc.), cultural institutions (theatres, galleries, cinemas, clubs etc.), tourism agencies, offices and institutions of cultural policy (Ministry of Culture, European institutions, UNESCO, etc.), and institutions dealing with the communication of symbols in general (marketing, intercultural management, etc.).

European Studies is a study programme that combines several disciplines of European Studies, including political science, economics, law, and international relations. Its focus is on a conceptual analysis of the main actors, structures, and processes that are present in Europe. The programme integrates and upgrades knowledge obtained in undergraduate social science study programmes and applies it to political, economic, and socio-cultural relations and processes in Europe, particularly in the EU. It also enables the connection of European policies with natural science fields such as energy, agriculture, environmental protection, and industry, especially in the context of Jean Monnet activities. The study programme has been designed in line with specific contemporary employment needs, and so encourages students to follow current events as reported by reliable international sources, to apply theoretical knowledge to research and analysis, to practice advanced-level academic writing and research communication, to obtain negotiation and foreign language skills in a multicultural environment and e-environment, and to participate in teamwork and creative problem-solving activities.

The study programme includes practical work including professional excursions and compulsory internships, guest lectures, and a diverse range of elective subjects to select from. Graduates of the European Studies master's study programme may find employment in EU institutions and other (European) international organisations, in national or European diplomacy, and in national governments, especially in ministries of foreign affairs and European affairs, as well as in ministries of economic and social development. Master's graduates are also trained to work at a regional level (local and municipal governments, development agencies) in non-governmental organizations and in the media, as well as in businesses across the EU and beyond.

This programme offers in-depth and advanced knowledge of the IR discipline. Enrolment is open to all bachelor level graduates who are interested in world politics and have prior knowledge of social sciences – especially political science, economics, law, and area studies – and foreign languages as a foundation from which to actively pursue master’s studies. Through the programme, students acquire competence in independent analytical thinking regarding the modern world in its developmental and structural dimensions, and regarding the functioning of international institutions and other actors in the international community.

Substantive issues covered by the programme are classical interest in balance of power in the international system, balance of power in the international system, global governance, global distribution of income, economic development and poverty, trends in international finance and business, diplomacy, and issues of international law, especially the protection of human rights. In brief, these are issues dealt with by theories of IR. In addition, every year the courses are updated in accordance with contemporary problems and issues such as climate change, the process of globalisation, inequalities, changing great powers, conflicts, artificial intelligence, fake news, the digitalisation of diplomacy, migration and regional integration, multilateralism, and violations of the principles of international law. Study focuses on the development of specific skills, such as the use of professional foreign languages, the analysis and practice of decision-making processes in a multilateral and multicultural environment, leadership, organisation, and communication skills. Students will have the opportunity to meet and listen to guest lecturers from the most prestigious European universities as well as guests with practical experience, to carry out career-building extracurricular activities, and to participate in professional excursions abroad.

After successfully completing the programme, your knowledge and skills will enable you to choose from a wide variety of jobs, and the programme also allows for changes in career paths. (e.g. transitioning between the government and private sectors). Master’s graduates in IR can be found in diplomacy, in the United Nations and other international institutions, in European Union bodies, in international non-governmental organisations, in journalism, and in the private sector (e.g in multinational companies, or as business owners).

The master's programme in journalism prepares students for independent journalistic and editorial work in a changing media environment. In addition to theoretical and methodological competences for dealing with current issues in journalism, students acquire analytical, linguistic, and technical skills for responsible work in journalistic editorial departments. Through their choice of modules, they are trained in creative journalistic writing and digital photography, in identifying and telling stories using journalistic data tools, and in modern forms of television journalism. Through mandatory internships, the programme is linked to established journalism organisations, allowing students to make professional contacts crucial for starting or continuing a career after graduation.

The Marketing Communications and Public Relations programme is based on an integrated approach to the latest achievements in marketing, social marketing, brand management, market communication (Module 1), corporate communication and public relations (Module 2).  As well as focussing on competetive achievement, the content of the programme emphasises the social responsibility of organisations, and the creative and strategic orientation that enables the best possible solutions to complex problems in the broader field of marketing and public relations.

The master's programme aims to provide skills and knowledge for leadership positions in marketing, market communication, corporate communication, or public relations in companies, public institutions, governmental and non-governmental institutions, political parties, and the media. Graduates of the programme can be found in almost all companies, in non-profit organisations, in public service or administration, in marketing departments, and in corporate and marketing communications departments. Many of them work in communication organisations (advertising and marketing agencies, consultancies, research institutions, etc.). The course develops a culture that fosters an entrepreneurial spirit.
 

This study programme consists of two modules:
-    Communication, Digitalization and Society
-    Popular Culture and Media
The programme offers two years of intensive study of a broad range of current topics in communication and media studies. Students are encouraged to take a multidisciplinary approach to current theoretical, conceptual, and empirical trends in media and communication studies.
The first module places communication within the broader interdisciplinary framework of the social sciences and analyses specific phenomena of social communication in the modern globalised world. The functioning of old and new media, political communication, organisational communication, interpersonal and group communication, performances by representatives of civil society and social movements, representations of popular culture, etc. are placed in the framework of local multicultural and global intercultural communication, and analysed in their political, social, discursive, and psychological dimensions.

In this context, particular attention is paid to issues of public rhetoric, dialogue, deliberation, identity formation, diversity, multiculturalism, communication in power relations, and relations with minorities. The second module focuses on the cultural aspect of media communication in "old" and "new" media, drawing on a wide range of disciplines related to media studies (anthropology, cultural studies, sociology of culture, urban sociology etc.). Here, the study of media culture is placed in the broader context of popular culture and other cultural practices that are an integral part of modern media society. Electives cover the production, textual, and reception aspects of media culture, and place it in the broader context of social and cultural change.

If you want to understand the political and social dilemmas of the (post)modern world, the Political Science – Political Theory, Global and Strategic Studies programme is the right choice for you. This MA programme in Political Science offers a challenging and exciting interdisciplinary study of political ideas, institutions, and practices. Although the curriculum focuses on political theories and global and strategic studies, students also have the opportunity to explore subfields of political science such as political communication, political philosophy, political economy, and comparative politics.
Our master's programme attracts graduate students from around the world, and when you choose it, you join a vibrant, diverse, stimulating and supportive intellectual community. Together we are best positioned to politically (re)think the world and the political science in it. Special attention is given to students' individual research interests and initiatives (individual curriculum), which is essential for their academic and professional development.
Some of the most prominent scholars in the field have accepted teaching positions on this programme, ensuring that students are exposed to the latest theories and methodological approaches in the study of citizenship, biopolitics, political power and power relations, good society, social movements, globalisation, inequality, ecology, rights and liberties, and specific regions and countries. The knowledge imparted meets the highest standards and is on a par with similar programmes offered by the leading academic institutions abroad.
Graduates of the master's programme in Political Science - Political Theory, Global and Strategic Studies are exceptionally well positioned to find employment in both the public and private sectors. Our graduates may pursue careers in government or academia, or succeed as political consultants, political analysts, party leaders, political campaign workers, or political spokespersons. As a graduate of our master's programme, you may find employment in international and regional organisations such as the United Nations or the European Union, excel as an educator, political activist, or social advocate in the non-governmental sector, or become a business consultant for a multinational corporation. The world will be yours to change!

This master's programme prepares students for a range of future-oriented professional careers in a digitised and data-driven world. With the growing importance of social media, the Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence, graduates in Social Informatics play a key role in the analysis, design, evaluation, and management of internet services in various social domains. With modules in Data Analysis and Digital Services Design, the programme offers students the opportunity to combine the data analytics and digital skills critical to designing user-friendly digital services with an understanding of user experience, "data-driven" marketing, and project management.
The key benefits of the programme are:
- integration of knowledge and skills from internet technologies, methodology, statistics, social sciences and economics;
- a choice between the Data Analytics and Digital Services Design study modules;
- practical experience during studies at established domestic and foreign companies;
- the possibility to study abroad and earn a double-degree;
- interdisciplinarity of career paths in the digital and data analytics field.
The master's degree in Social Informatics opens up a wide range of careers, from the management and implementation of digital strategies to web analytics, data science, project management, digital services design, and market research.

The Sociology study programme has 2 modules:
-    Studies of Social Change and New Risks
-    Studies of Everyday Life and Gender
The aim of the programme is to train students in the analysis of social issues, in the synthesis of interdisciplinary knowledge, in the development of critical judgement, in the mastery of research methods, in the organisation of research work, in cooperative work, in ethical reflection, and in professional ethics.
Particular emphasis is placed on critical reflection on social issues and on changes in Western late-modern societies, with individual topics discussed in their actual social context. The Studies of Social Change and New Risks module focuses on the processes of globalisation and its local social effects, on the environment, on space, on technology, and on the study of alternatives to social development. The Studies of Everyday Life and Gender module focuses on research into everyday life, and on the sociology of health and biopolitics, care, and gender.
Masters’ students in Sociology are mainly employed:
•    in the private sector - in marketing departments, human resources, media houses, publishing, and elsewhere in the corporate sector;
•    at international and national NGOs - in institutes, think tanks, activist groups, international bodies, and development agencies;
•    at government bodies and municipalities - ministries, government departments, offices, political parties, public administration;
•    at public institutions - in education, culture, social welfare, and sport.
By choosing to study sociology at our faculty, you will demonstrate both your sensitivity to society, and your determination to act as an actor in it. It is true that we can make the world a better place by increasing our knowledge of it. Studying sociology can be your first step on this path.

 

The basic goal of the master study programme Accounting and auditing is to provide basic knowledge and skills in accounting and auditing.

The programme develops a graduate profile with the following general competences: analyzing, synthesizing, and envisaging solutions and consequences in accounting and auditing; using analytical R&D methods, tools, and procedures in accounting and auditing; critical thinking and evaluation; understanding modern globalization processes and the challenges these processes pose to current accountants and auditors;using modern accounting and auditing concepts in order to perceive and resolve issues at the level of the company and society at large; applying theoretical knowledge to real-life cases; autonomy and self-initiative at work and the ability to engage in lifelong learning and adapt to new conditions;Working in an international environment, in accounting-related solutions in takeovers and mergers, analyzing foreign companies’ annual reports, and following international accounting standards; effective use of ICT tools.

Finance is the bloodstream of enterprises, institutions and the national economy. Are you attentive to detail, capable of critical and analytical thinking and good with numbers? Join us and complete a study with proficiency in advanced financial tools and techniques as well as with a global insight into key developments in the financial world.

Bank and financial management qualifies graduates to perform a wide array of tasks related to financial management in enterprises, banks, insurance companies and other financial institutions as well as to work in financial markets and in the non-profit and public sectors. Students gain extensive knowledge about the operation of financial markets, financial risk management, as well as investment and equity management and are capable of making a financial analysis, valuing a company, adopting financial decisions in companies etc.

Graduates of this programme will be able to find employment in positions related to financial functions in companies, a variety of positions in financial institutions such as banks and insurance companies as well as in non-profit organisations and regulatory institutions (e.g. central bank, banking and insurance supervisory institutions).

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Are you interested in business and management and at the same time in informatics, computers and the Internet? Want to improve your company's operations with the use of information technology? Are you aware of the importance of knowledge about today’s information and communication technology? Want to master systems analysis and the performance, implementation and management of information systems? Wish to upgrade the electronic operations in your company but are worried about security? Yes?

So the master study programme Business informatics is the right choice for you: - the use of information technology in the business sphere;-  information tools and information systems;-  a combination of business knowledge and knowledge of technology;an in-depth understanding of the role played by informatics in the business sphere; and mastering the planning and executing of security policy.

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In all countries, economists assume the top positions in society, are managers of the largest enterprises and banks, ministers and prime ministers, governors of central banks as well as managers of prestigious consultation companies and analytics departments.

Economics is thus one of the elite programmes at the most prestigious universities, where only a few percent of the best students are accepted. It is the same in Slovenia. Economics is a demanding study, requiring an ambitious and motivated individual with good analytical abilities.

An individual who will be able, as shown by many examples, to make decisions in a key position in the business sector and in state policymaking. Why? Because graduates of the master study programme Economics are capable of resolving economic and business problems that other people are generally unable to identify or classify as important. If you are ambitious, unafraid of hard work and eager to make important social decisions in your life, then enrolling in the Economics programme will help you achieve your goals.

Programme Economics can be also part of Double degree programme.

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The basic goal of the master study programme Entrepreneurship is to develop basic entrepreneurial knowledge and skills.

After completing the programme, graduates will be able to conduct independent research on entrepreneurship. The practical skills obtained in the program will enable them to identify and assess new business opportunities and obtain funds to establish new companies or restructure existing ones based on perceived market opportunities. In addition, they will develop an entrepreneurial way of thinking and the skills to creatively address modern business challenges.

Students will be able to develop entrepreneurial strategies for both newly established companies and existing companies with dynamic growth potential. They will develop specific competences for entrepreneurial work: identifying and evaluating business opportunities, entrepreneurial consulting, entrepreneurial restructuring of existing companies, managing family businesses, developing infrastructure to support entrepreneurship and creativity, and so on.

The master programme International business is a flagship international business programme at the University of Ljubljana School of Economics and Business.

Its mission is closely connected to the overall mission of our school and focuses on educating principled international leaders with a global mindset and regional perspective who contribute to international business and society. The programme also draws on Slovenia’s unique geographical position and history. It enables a unique learning experience in the heart of Europe where western and eastern, northern and southern European business cultures meet to help build a unique glocal business mindset.

The vision of our programme is to become a globally recognised programme based on applying a unique glocal integration perspective. In meeting this vision, in 2014 the programme applied for the Certificate for the Quality of Internationalisation (CeQUINT) provided by the European Consortium for Accreditation (ECA).

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The basic goal of the master study programme Management is to provide graduates with basic knowledge and skills in business and organization, prepare them for development and research work, and develop the competences required to effectively handle managerial processes in organizations.

The programme focuses on shaping a graduate profile that will enable them to perform challenging professional tasks at the management level. The introductory part of the programme primarily builds on basic business and economic knowledge and skills.

Here, the emphasis is on developing research competences and abilities to understand business systems operation and management. Later in the programme, students also acquire more specific competences in individual areas of general management. Elective courses allow programme participants to develop specific competences. The last part of the programme emphasizes integrating students’ area-specific and course-specific knowledge, skills, and competences in preparation for writing a master thesis.

An updated and revamped programme Management and Economics in Health Care provides an economic understanding of healthcare activity and knowledge about the organization of healthcare providers and the design of health systems. He will train students to manage healthcare providers and equip them with all the basic skills for this work. Students will gain basic knowledge on accounting, finance, resource management, management tools, IT and purchasing from healthcare providers. They will also get acquainted with economic analyses in healthcare, public-private partnership in health care, health insurance, healthcare ethics, statistics and econometrics in health care, demography, marketing in health care and Pharmacoeconomics.

Graduates of the master's programme Management and Economics in Health Care will gain a high level of professional competencies in the field of management and economics in health care. In fact, they will be able to contribute to the development of one of the most promising sectors of the Slovenian and world economy, i.e. health care.

Students acquire the following general competences as graduates of the master study programme Marketing: analyzing, synthesizing, and developing solutions to complex marketing problems in companies and other organizations; using research methods and procedures, and critically assessing the marketing practice and solutions offered; using modern marketing concepts in practice; independently resolving even the most complex marketing issues; ability to work professionally on marketing and interdisciplinary teams; effectively communicating with experts from other fields of expertise; comprehending diversity and cultural and other differences within the international marketing context; sensitivity for ethical reflection and engagement in one’s own field of expertise; self-learning, adapting to new conditions, and creatively seeking marketing solutions in these conditions; leadership skills, especially in marketing projects and the quality of these projects; Initiating new entrepreneurial ideas.

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We think of money as one of biggest inventions of mankind. With widespread use of money finance was born. Nowadays all the economies are financial. Their financial systems have grown in their size and complexity. We see a wide array of financial institutions trading in complex financial assets on interdependent financial markets with a single aim of bringing together savers and investors in their desire of making the best use of their wealth.

Development of financial systems has thus become a close companion of general economic development. At the top of these financial systems are modern central banks with a difficult task of using money as a steering wheel between the dangers of inflation and recessions.

Good understanding of the mechanics of financial systems is of essence. The aim of the master study programme Money and finance is to provide such understanding to students whose ambitions are to as skilled as their peers on international job market. Special care is devoted to give the student a solid background knowledge of economics and quantitative tools. The growing complexity of financial markets in a globalized world is making such a knowledge a necessity for good analytical skills.

Equipped with it our students will be given the opportunity to master its use in a selection of applied courses that will be offered each year.

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Why should you decide to study Public sector and environmental economics ? Because on average the public sector generates up to one-half of the gross domestic product of a country, whereas environmental care is an element of sustainable development. Good knowledge of both is not only important for public sector institutions but also private companies.

Selecting this master study programme is therefore the right choice for all those who would like to contribute to the better functioning of the public sector and anyone in private companies working with public institutions and companies and dealing with decisions made by the public sector in various areas. Moreover, this programme is the right choice for anyone interested in environmental issues.

The master study programme Quantitative finance and actuarial sciences is designed to develop in-depth knowledge and specific skills in asset management, risk management, and actuarial sciences for future employees in the financial industry.

The programme's goal is to acquaint the students with specific features of the finance and insurance industry. As part of core courses and specific track courses, students learn the basics of quantitative finance, actuarial sciences, the insurance industry, econometric analysis, and modelling.

Given the programme’s methodological demands and level of difficulty, adequate prior knowledge of mathematics, microeconomics, and macroeconomics is required. Students demonstrate this by passing exams and fulfilling requirements in the relevant courses or holding a recognized undergraduate degree. Students can select several courses and self-design either a more Quantitative finance-oriented track or a more Actuarial sciences-oriented track.

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The master study programme Supply chain and logistics trains professionals such as specialists in logistics for large systems (i.e., leading managers at logistics companies and logistics centers of other companies), logistics analysts, logistic system planners and designers, logistics personnel supervisors, researchers at institutes studying and developing challenging supply systems, and production and business logistics advisors for small companies without their own development centers.

The Master’s programme in Business Logistics will develop a graduate profile with the following general competences: analyzing, synthesizing, and envisaging solutions and consequences in managing logistic systems and chains; using analytical R&D methods, tools, and procedures in business logistics critical thinking and evaluation;understanding the current logistic processes of internationalization and globalization, and the challenges these processes pose for contemporary managers; understanding business process management principles (analysis, modeling, simulations, and modernizing business processes) within the company and in affiliated companies; integrating comprehension of effective resolution of problemmes, their analysis, the issues involved in implementing planned solutions, and effective monitoring of this implementation.

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The master study programme Tourism offers an in-depth understanding of tourist operations, management, marketing, tourist development and its effects, both theoretically and through practical examples. By studying literature and business examples, through discussions during lectures and seminars, via own individual work and group work you will acquire the knowledge and skills you need for a successful professional career.

Within this process, you will be supported by domestic and foreign professors and experts working in the areas of practice, politics and tourism development. You will also acquire special knowledge and skills related to value-based business operations and the requirements of sustainable development. And you will have the opportunity to study some of the contents abroad. When you complete the study programme you will be qualified to analyse, synthesise and independently formulate solutions to complex tourism business and development problems facing tourist companies, destinations, public sector organisations and non-governmental ones. The research methods and procedures will help you develop the critical thinking and profile of a global citizen who is aware of the responsibility for a better economic, social and environmental future.

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