MSc Bank and Financial Management

Master of Science in Bank and Financial Management at University of Ljubljana

The Master of Science in Bank and Financial Management at the University of Ljubljana (UL), offered through the School of Economics and Business (SEB), is a two-year, full-time postgraduate programme located in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The programme is taught in English, consists of four semesters, and carries 120 ECTS credits. It provides advanced education in financial management, banking, investment analysis, corporate finance, and financial risk management, preparing students to make informed financial decisions in businesses, financial institutions, and international financial markets.

Curriculum and Learning Outcomes

The programme equips students with advanced financial tools, analytical techniques, and a comprehensive understanding of global financial markets and regulatory frameworks. Key areas of study include company valuation, financial analysis, investment management, capital management, financial risk assessment, corporate financial decision-making, and banking and insurance systems. Students develop quantitative, analytical, and critical-thinking competencies for addressing complex financial challenges and evaluating financial opportunities.

International Learning Opportunities

The programme offers an international academic environment with participation from foreign guest lecturers and opportunities for international study exchanges. Students may explore double-degree pathways through partnerships with institutions including BI Norwegian Business School and the University of Vaasa. These opportunities support international academic experience and broaden students’ understanding of financial markets and management practices.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for professional roles in corporate finance departments, commercial banks, insurance companies, investment-related organisations, and other financial institutions. Career opportunities also exist in financial markets, nonprofit organisations, public-sector institutions, central banks, and financial regulatory or supervisory authorities. The programme develops expertise relevant to financial analysis, investment decisions, corporate valuation, and risk management.

Tuition Fees and Admission Information

The programme begins in October and lists an application deadline of 30 June. Tuition-free full-time study is available to eligible students from EU countries and certain non-EU countries. The supplied programme summary lists tuition of €4,700 per year for non-EU students, with additional eligibility information provided through the university’s official fee schedule.

The School of Economics and Business is described as a Triple Crown accredited business school. Applications for the 2026/2027 admission cycle were announced through Slovenia’s central eVŠ national application portal.