University of Maribor

What you'll study

This master's programme develops an integrated understanding of how organisations manage people and structure work to meet strategic goals. Core study areas typically include strategic human resource management, organisational behaviour, leadership and change management, labour and employment law, talent acquisition and retention, learning and development, and HR metrics and analytics.

• Strategic HRM: linking HR policies to organisational strategy, workforce planning and HR policy design.
• Organisational Behaviour and Leadership: theories of leadership, team dynamics, motivation and culture change.
• HR Analytics and Information Systems: quantitative and qualitative methods for measuring HR outcomes, workforce analytics and HRIS fundamentals.
• Labour Law and Employment Relations: employment contracts, collective bargaining, workplace rights and dispute resolution.
• Learning, Development and Talent Management: instructional design, performance management, succession planning and career development.
• Research Methods and Dissertation: methods training (qualitative and quantitative) leading to an independent research project or applied master’s thesis.

Teaching combines lectures, case studies, workshops, group projects and often applied consultancy-style assignments with local employers. Students normally complete a substantial final project or thesis that applies theory to a practical organisational challenge.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold an undergraduate degree in a related discipline such as business, management, psychology, economics or social sciences. Candidates with other backgrounds and relevant professional experience may also be considered. Typical application materials include academic transcripts, a curriculum vitae, and a personal statement outlining motivation and relevant experience.

Where instruction or assessment is in English, evidence of proficiency in English may be required from applicants whose first language is not English. Some applicants may be invited for an interview or asked to provide references to support their application.

Career prospects

Graduates move into a wide range of roles across private, public and third-sector organisations. Typical career paths include HR business partner, recruitment and talent acquisition specialist, learning and development manager, organisational development consultant, compensation and benefits analyst, and HR analytics professional. The programme also prepares graduates for consultancy roles and further academic study at doctoral level.

Employers value graduates for their ability to combine people-centred insight with strategic and analytical skills, making them suitable for roles that require cross-functional collaboration and evidence-based decision making.

Why study at University of Maribor

The University of Maribor is a well-established Slovenian university with faculties that emphasise applied learning and regional engagement. The programme benefits from links with local and regional employers, opportunities for practical projects and internships, and staff who are active in applied research on management and human resources.

Students can expect a multicultural learning environment, access to modern facilities and career support services that help with placements and employer contacts. The programme’s balance of theory, analytics and hands-on practice is aimed at preparing graduates to step directly into strategic HR and organisational roles.