The Graduate University Study Program in Business Economics at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Rijeka, is a two-year program (four semesters). The program is offered as both full-time and part-time study and carries a total of 120 ECTS credits.
Teaching is delivered according to a curriculum that includes a significant number of elective courses as well as the possibility of undertaking professional internships. This enables students to flexibly shape their study program in accordance with their interests and professional goals.
In addition to regular academic content, the program promotes strong connections with Croatian economic practice and international experience. Alongside faculty members from the Faculty of Economics and Business in Rijeka, teaching is also delivered by guest lecturers from international higher education institutions, as well as recognized experts from the business sector and public administration.
Upon completion of the graduate university study program in Business Economics, students are awarded the academic title of Master of Economics (univ. mag. oec.).
Study Tracks
The Graduate University Study Program in Business Economics is delivered through the following specializations:
- Entrepreneurship
- Management
- Finance
- Marketing
- International Business
About the Programme
Duration of study: 6 semesters (3 years)
ECTS credits: 180
Admission requirements: Completed four-year secondary school education, a passed State Matura exam, and fulfilment of the admission requirements for the first year of study.
The acquired knowledge and skills fall into five categories: Knowledge and Understanding, Application of Knowledge and Understanding, Making Judgements, Communication, and Learning Skills. The acquired competences are reflected in the ability to analyse, synthesise and design solutions to problems in economics and business economics; to develop critical thinking; to learn independently, connect knowledge and adapt to new circumstances (flexibility); to creatively seek solutions to the business problems of institutions and companies, organise and manage them, and perform other highly qualified work in economics and business economics; and to develop and apply professional achievements.
Depending on the chosen undergraduate programme (Economics or Business Economics) and study track, the bachelor’s qualification in economics/business economics prepares students for immediate employment and demanding professional work in companies, public enterprises and public administration.
Examples of positions for which bachelor’s graduates in economics are qualified include: lower- and middle-level managers in various sectors, directors of small and medium-sized companies and institutions and other business and organisational professionals, finance and banking professionals, analysts, PR or HR professionals, and similar.
Academic title or degree awarded upon completion: University Bachelor of Economics (baccalaureus/baccalaurea) – abbreviation: univ. bacc. oec. (180 ECTS)
Progression to further study: Upon completing the university undergraduate programme, students will have earned at least 180 ECTS credits and meet the requirements for enrolment in a corresponding university graduate programme.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes – Business Economics (in Croatian)
Curriculum
Academic year 2026/2027
Course Delivery Plan – Undergraduate Programmes 2026/2027 (in Croatian)