Undergraduate Degree Programme: International Logistics Management

Become a Bachelor of Applied Sciences in Logistics Organisation – with an internationally recognised ELA Certificate

The International Logistics Management programme is a 3-year undergraduate degree programme (Applied Sciences) designed for individuals seeking to build a career in one of the fastest-growing global industries: logistics and international transport.

The programme combines practical, career-oriented knowledge with internationally recognised certification, enabling graduates to enter the job market immediately, both locally

and internationally.

Studies take place in an online environment, offering flexibility for working students. Lectures are held during weekday afternoons, allowing you to successfully balance your studies with work commitments.

Duration

3 years

Extend

180 ECTS credits

Completion of Studies

Upon passing the final required examination

Level of Qualification

6/2 EQF

Qualification Awarded

BA in Logistics Organisation

Added Value

Internationally recognised ELA certificate (alongside the degree)

Application

Via the eVŠ portal, from mid-February to the end of September

Why Choose International Logistics Management at NOA?

Practically oriented programme

Lectures focus on real-world business cases from the logistics industry, enabling students to immediately apply knowledge in practice – offering not just theoretical understanding, but concrete skills highly sought after by employers.

Flexibility for working students

The course takes place in the afternoon during the week, and the blended and online format allows you to study from anywhere. This means you can balance your studies with your full-time job or other commitments without having to interrupt your career.

ELA Certificate – Internationally Recognised Qualification

In addition to the diploma, each graduate also receives a certificate from the European Logistics Association (ELA), which increases competitiveness on the international labor market and opens the door to employment outside Slovenia.

Career in a growing industry

Graduates are employed as logistics organizers, supply chain managers, international transport coordinators, and in other roles where the demand for experts is constantly growing – both in Slovenia and in the region.

Admissions 2026/27

Application Submission

All applications must be submitted via the eVŠ portal within the specified application periods.

Application Terms

1st Application Term: from 18. 2. 2026 to 12. 7. 2026

2nd Application Term: from 13. 7. 2026 to 31. 8. 2026

3rd Application Term: from 1. 9. 2026 to 30. 9. 2026 or until vacancies are filled.

Admissions Terms

1st Admissions Term: from 13. 7. 2026 to 31. 8. 2026

2nd Admissions Term: from 1. 9. 2026 to 30. 9. 2026

3rd Admissions Term: until 30. 9. 2026 (registration of those accepted subsequently, e.g. in the last days of the 3rd registration deadline until 30.10. 2026).

Requirements for enrolment in Year 1

General Matura (General Secondary School Leaving Examination) or
Vocational Matura (Vocational Secondary School Leaving Examination) or
Final examination of any 4-year secondary school programme or
International Baccalaureate (IB).

Requirements for enrolment in Year 2

According to the transfer criteria, graduates of higher vocational colleges (from related and non-related programmes adopted after 1994) may enrol directly into Year 2:

Higher vocational graduates from related disciplines (graduates of logistics, transport, economics, administration, and technical/professional programmes). In addition to regular study obligations, graduates from related disciplines must pass 2 differential examinations:

Fundamentals of Logistics and Sustainable Mobility, and
Legal Frameworks for Business in International Logistics.

Higher vocational graduates from non-related disciplines (graduates of other technical/professional programmes). In addition to regular study obligations, graduates from non-related disciplines must pass 3 differential examinations:

Fundamentals of Logistics and Sustainable Mobility,
Legal Frameworks for Business in International Logistics, and
Business Economics.

Candidates enrolling on the basis of recognized examinations completed within other higher education or first-cycle study programmes may enrol directly into Year 2, provided they have recognized Year 1 examinations in the amount of:

40 ECTS credits for full-time study, or
30 ECTS credits for part-time study.

Candidates who have completed an equivalent education abroad also fulfill the enrolment requirements.

Requirements for enrolment in Year 3

According to the transfer criteria, graduates of higher vocational colleges (from related and non-related programmes adopted after 1994) may enrol directly into Year 3:

Fundamentals of Logistics and Sustainable Mobility, and
Legal Frameworks for Business in International Logistics.

Fundamentals of Logistics and Sustainable Mobility,
Legal Frameworks for Business in International Logistics, and
Business Economics.

Candidates enrolling on the basis of recognized examinations completed within other higher education or first-cycle study programmes may enrol directly into Year 3, provided they have recognized examinations from:

Year 2 in the amount of 40 ECTS credits and 52 ECTS credits for Year 1 for full-time study, or
30 ECTS credits for Year 2 and 45 ECTS credits for Year 1 for part-time study.

Candidates who have completed an equivalent education abroad also fulfill the enrolment requirements.

In the case of enrolment restrictions, candidates applying under transfer criteria will be selected based on their grade point average in previous studies and the number of available places.

The application form for the recognition of previously acquired education is available here.

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Where Do Our Graduates Work?

Logistics and international transport are among the fastest-growing sectors worldwide. Projections indicate that the global market value will exceed €15 billion by 2030, with over 80% of global trade relying directly on logistics services. This creates sustained demand for professionals skilled in international logistics, opening up a broad spectrum of career paths for NOA graduates.

Typical Roles and Positions:

International Transport and Logistics Manager / Coordinator
Supply Chain Manager / Specialist
International Freight Forwarding Operations Coordinator
Warehouse and Distribution Operations Manager
Procurement and International Sourcing Specialist
Customs Broker / International Trade Specialist
Logistics Process and Optimisation Analyst
Logistics and Transport Project Manager

Employers and Sectors:

Graduates secure employment in freight forwarding and transport companies, global logistics operators, manufacturing and retail firms with internal procurement and distribution departments, e-commerce and courier services, public transport and mobility authorities, and as independent supply chain optimisation consultants.

Competitive Advantage:

In addition to their degree diploma, graduates obtain the internationally recognised ELA Certificate (European Logistics Association). Highly regarded by employers as proof of professional competence, this qualification facilitates employment opportunities both within Slovenia and internationally across the EU and beyond.

Programme Delivery & Organisation

The academic year begins in early October and runs until the end of June. Lectures and practical classes follow a modular, block-based structure—students take two or three subjects concurrently, followed by dedicated examination periods. This structure allows for in-depth focus on specific thematic areas rather than juggling numerous subjects simultaneously.

In the second half of September, students gain access to the online learning environment (e-classroom), which provides:

The course syllabus and list of subjects for the current academic year
Digital timetables for lectures, practical tutorials, and examinations
All study and course materials
Direct communication channels with lecturers and peers
Additional tools to track academic progress

Curriculum

Year 1

Fundamentals of Logistics and Sustainable Mobility (6 ECTS)
Fundamentals of Economics (5 ECTS)
Mathematics for Logistics (6 ECTS)
Business English 1 (5 ECTS)
Informatics (4 ECTS)
Professional Writing and Presentation Skills (4 ECTS)
Business Economics (5 ECTS)
Fundamentals of Sustainable Commercial Logistics (5 ECTS)
Statistics (5 ECTS)
Business German 1 (5 ECTS)
Legal Frameworks for Business in International Logistics (5 ECTS)
Logistics Specifics in International Business (5 ECTS)

Year 2

Global Supply Chain Management (5 ECTS)
Accounting and Finance (5 ECTS)
Circular Economy and Logistics (4 ECTS)
Fundamentals of Procurement Processes (4 ECTS)
Fundamentals of Transport (6 ECTS)
Elective Course 1 (6 ECTS)
Fundamentals of Management and Organisation (5 ECTS)
Supply System Management (5 ECTS)
Business Process Management – BPM (5 ECTS)
IT Support for Management (5 ECTS)
Project Management (4 ECTS)
Elective Course 2 (6 ECTS)

Year 3

Managerial Economics (5 ECTS)
Fundamentals of Marketing (4 ECTS)
Digital Business in Logistics (5 ECTS)
Electronic Markets in Logistics (5 ECTS)
Management Accounting (5 ECTS)
Elective Course 3 (6 ECTS)
Case Studies in Practical Logistics (9 ECTS)
Case Studies in Practical Transport (9 ECTS)
Work Placement (12 ECTS)

Elective Courses

Business English 2 (6 ECTS)
Business German (6 ECTS)
Warehousing and Distribution (6 ECTS)
Marketing in the Digital Environment (6 ECTS)
International Business Communication (6 ECTS)
Transport Law (6 ECTS)
International Law in Logistics (6 ECTS)
Creativity and Innovation in Supply Systems (6 ECTS)
Human Resource Management in a Global Environment (6 ECTS)
Corporate Social Responsibility (6 ECTS)
Sustainable Waste Management (6 ECTS)
Transport Sustainability and Inventory Management (6 ECTS)

Delivery of Elective Courses

Elective courses are run based on expressed student preferences.

How Do Application and Enrolment Work?

Application Submission via eVŠ portal

Applications are accepted exclusively via the national eVŠ portal, from mid-February to the end of September. Detailed instructions are available here.

Application Review

After submitting your application, we check whether you meet all enrolment requirements. If the application is incomplete, we will notify you and allow you to complete it.

Admissions

At the end of the application deadline, candidates who meet the requirements are invited to enrol. The enrolment process takes place entirely in a digital format.

Start of the Academic Year

In the second half of September, you will gain access to the e-classroom containing all the necessary information to start your studies at the beginning of October.

Entry Requirements for Candidates with Foreign Qualifications

1. Scanned certificate or diploma of completed education

The authenticity of the certificate is verified directly with the issuer in the country of origin. If verification is not possible, you will be asked to submit a legalized original document.

No need for legalization (Hague Convention): Austria, Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Czech Republic, France, Greece, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, North Macedonia, Serbia. For all other countries, the legalization procedure applies in accordance with the Act on the Authentication of Documents in International Traffic (APOSTILLE stamp or authentication through a diplomatic mission of the Republic of Slovenia).

2. Officially certified translation of the educational credential into Slovenian or English.

The certificate or diploma of completed education must be officially translated into Slovenian or English.

3. Proof of the content and duration of education.

E.g. annual report cards for all secondary school years) with an officially certified translation of the last two academic years.

4. Chronological summary of education

A brief chronological summary of education. Please specify the start and end years of education at each institution. Additionally, provide the address, website, and contact email address for each listed institution.

5. Personal Identification Document

Scanned personal identity document:

ID card or passport (for EU citizens)
Passport (for non-EU citizens)

Tuition

Price List

Full tuition fees and pricing for academic services are compiled in the fee schedule, which you can download at any time.

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