If you want to succeed in modern business, understanding the law behind it gives you a distinct advantage. In a digital environment shaped by data and artificial intelligence, this advantage becomes even more decisive.
The LL.M. in Business and Digital Law prepares you to navigate complex legal challenges at the intersection of business and technology.
Prof. Dr. Rado Bohinc
Study programme director
- Duration: 4 semesters / 2 years
- Credits: 120 ECTS
- Structure: 14 core courses, research work, 2 elective courses, master thesis
- Title: LLM (magister/ magistrica poslovnega in digitalnega prava)
- Mode of study: full-time, blended learning
- Location: Koper
- Start dates: October
Programme overview
The Master’s Programme in Business and Digital Law provides advanced legal education in the closely related and rapidly developing fields of business law and the regulation of digital technologies. Contemporary economic activity increasingly takes place in technology-driven environments where corporate and commercial relations interact with digital platforms, data-based business models, and new technological infrastructures. The programme addresses these developments by examining how traditional areas of business law are evolving in response to digitalisation.
The programme provides students with in-depth knowledge of the legal frameworks governing companies, commercial transactions, digital services, and innovation-driven business activities. Attention is given to legal questions arising from technological development, including artificial intelligence, data governance, financial technologies, and the operation of digital markets. Alongside a solid theoretical foundation, the programme develops students’ ability to analyse complex legal issues and apply legal reasoning in contemporary business contexts. Through research work and the study of current legal and regulatory developments, students strengthen their analytical and research skills and gain a deeper understanding of the legal challenges associated with technological change and modern economic activity.
By integrating business law with the legal regulation of digital technologies, the programme responds to the growing need for legal professionals who are able to understand both the traditional legal structures of business organisations and the new regulatory questions arising from digital transformation. Graduates are therefore prepared for professional work in legal practice, corporate environments, regulatory institutions, and other fields where expertise in business and digital law is increasingly required.
Programme learning outcomes
By the end of the programme, graduates will be able to:
- Understand and analyse the impact of digitalisation on law and business
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the legal regulation of the digital environment
- Apply legal analysis in the fields of data law and personal data protection, and address the legal challenges posed by new digital technologies
- Identify and resolve complex legal issues in international and digital business environments
- Understand and apply the fundamental principles of comparative commercial and corporate law across different legal systems and business contexts.
- Evaluate the legal and ethical dimensions of sustainable business conduct, including corporate social responsibility and human rights protection in contemporary and digitalised business practices.
- Assess the regulation of market and business relationships in the digital age
- Conduct independent legal research and critical analysis
- Communicate legal arguments clearly and professionally
Courses - Year 1
| # | Course name | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Law and Digitalisation
|
6 |
|
2 |
International Commercial Contract Law
|
7 |
|
3 |
Comparative Corporate Law
|
6 |
|
4 |
Human Rights in the Digital and Corporate Environment
|
6 |
|
5 |
Research Methods: Legal and Digital Perspectives
|
5 |
|
6 |
Introduction to Legal and Financial Forensics of Corporate Conduct
|
6 |
|
7 |
Corporate Transformations and Takeovers
|
7 |
|
8 |
EU Consumer Law in the Era of Digitalization
|
5 |
|
9 |
Law of Intellectual Property and New Technologies
|
6 |
|
10 |
Digital Contract Law
|
6 |
Courses - Year 2
| # | Course name | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Artificial Intelligence Law
|
7 |
|
2 |
European Data Law
|
6 |
|
3 |
Tax Law in the Digital Economy
|
5 |
|
4 |
Law of Financial Technologies, Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain
|
6 |
|
5 |
Students’ Research Work
|
4 |
|
6 |
Elective course 1
|
6 |
|
7 |
Elective course 2
|
6 |
|
8 |
Master Thesis
|
24 |
Elective courses
| # | Course name | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Legal Status of Directors and Supervisors
|
6 |
|
2 |
Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Law
|
6 |
|
3 |
Digital Public Procurement Law
|
6 |
|
4 |
Business Consulting and Compliance Management in the Digital Environment
|
6 |
|
5 |
Capital Markets Law and Securities Regulation
|
6 |
|
6 |
Law of Innovation and Technology Ventures
|
6 |
Admission requirements
- A completed first cycle degree (180 ECTS, 3 year’s bachelor’s degree) or equivalent in the field of law; or
- A completed previous higher education professional study programme (programmes adopted before 11/06/2004) in the field of law; or
- A completed study programme equivalent in duration and scope to the programmes referred to points a) or b) in other professional fields., provided that, prior to enrolment, the candidate has completes bridge exams in the following subjects: Introduction to Law (6 ECTS), Corporate Law (6 ECTS), Contract Law (6 ECTS), and International Business Law (6 ECTS).
- English language proficiency at upper intermediate level (B2 CEFR level)
Admission to the first year of study is granted to the candidates who have completed a comparable education abroad and have been, in the process of recognition of their qualification and in accordance with Assessment and Recognition of Education Act, granted the right to continue their studies at the study programme.
The relevant proof of compliance for English language proficiency:
- Certificate of B2 level (CEFR) of equivalent certificate (IELTS score 5 – 6.5, Cambridge FCE 160 – 179, TOEFL IBT 87 – 109, Oxford B2 Upper Intermediate)
- A bachelor degree at a programme conducted in English language and a statement of the higher education institution the candidate completed the programme in English language.
Candidates who are English native speakers and candidates who completed the studies in countries where English is the language of instruction are considered as fulfilling the English language proficiency and do not need to provide proof of compliance.
The EMUNI University reserves the right to test the candidates’ language knowledge if, during the application process, EMUNI finds that the English language proficiency is not at the required level.
In case of enrolment limitation, the candidates will be selected based on:
- the GPA from their previous degree 70%
- grade of bachelor’s thesis 30%
- the GPA 100% if the previous study programme did not include a thesis.
Transfer criteria for admission in second year
Transferring between study programmes is possible according to the Higher Education Act, Criteria for transferring between study programmes and other regulations of this field.
Transferring between study programmes is granted to candidates, provided that the following conditions are met:
- the candidate fulfils the admission requirements for the study programme;
- study programmes ensure the acquisition of comparable competences or study outcomes;
- at least half of the obligations under the European Transferable Credit System (ECTS) from the first study programme relating to the compulsory courses of the master's degree programme may be recognized according to the criteria for recognition of knowledge and skills acquired prior to enrolment in the programme.
Applications for transferring between study programmes are considered by the competent Commission. In accordance with the Criteria for transferring between study programmes the Commission takes into account the comparability between study programmes and study obligations the candidate has completed in the previous study programme, that can be recognized in this study programme.
For the transfer the candidate must provide the syllabi for all the courses from the previous study programme in English language.
Specifics of the programme
The programme places particular emphasis on the legal challenges of digital technologies and modern business environments. Teaching combines legal analysis with practical examples and independent student work. In particular, the programme includes:
- case studies addressing digital services, artificial intelligence, data governance, and financial technologies
- examination of legal issues arising in corporate and commercial practice
- analysis of current legal issues related to digital technologies and new business models
- engagement with external experts from legal practice, regulatory bodies, and the technology sector
- connecting legal knowledge with the technological and economic aspects of digital transformation
- independent student research and the preparation of legal analyses
Career opportunities
Graduates will be able to:
- Address legal issues in contemporary business environments
- Analyse the legal implications of digital business models
- Evaluate legal challenges related to emerging technologies
- Apply European and international legal rules relevant to the digital economy and cross-border business
- Contribute to legally compliant and responsible technological and business solutions
- Provide sound legal analysis and strategic guidance
Possible job positions
- Legal advisor or specialist in corporate or commercial law in law firms or multinational companies
- Data protection specialist or Data Protection Officer (DPO)
- Digital or technology law consultant
- Compliance officer in corporate or financial sectors
- Policy advisor or legal expert in governmental bodies or regulatory agencies
- Legal expert in international organisations dealing with digital governance
- In-house counsel in start-ups, fintech companies, and innovative enterprises
- Legal researcher in academia or research institutions
Tuition and scholarships
Tuition fee for this programme is 5.600 EUR / per academic year and can be made in the following ways:
- paid in full upon enrolment
- paid in two instalments (upon enrolment, February)
Based on their personal profile, experience and proven motivation, the candidate may be awarded a scholarship to partially cover the tuition fee. Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis as funds are limited.
Faculty
- Programme coordinator: prof. dr. Rado Bohinc
- Prof. Dr. Rado Bohinc
- Prof. Dr. Bojan Tičar
- Prof. Dr. Attila Dudas
- Prof. Dr. Raffaele Torino
- Prof. Dr. Anže Erbežnik
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jeff Schwartz
- Assist. Prof. Dr. Peter Merc
- Assoc. prof. Dr. Jerneja Prostor
- Prof. Dr. Andreja Primec
- Assoc. prof. Dr. Marco Fasciglione
- Assoc. prof. Dr. Dušan Jovanovič
- Assoc. prof. Dr. Benjamin Flander
- Prof. Dr. Jaka Vadnjal
- Assoc. prof. Dr. Aleksij Mužina
- Prof. Dr. Gorazd Meško
- Assist. Prof. DDr. Maja Pucelj
- Assoc. prof. Dr. Katarina Krapež