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Explore key information about the 2-year MSc degree in Communication for Business, Media and Culture  at Università Cattolica  

 

The MSc in Communication for Business, Media and Culture is a two-year programme.  

Each course includes ECTS credits (European Credit Transfer System).  

You can find full course syllabi on the university website by selecting the academic year, campus, and Faculty. 

First Year Courses

  • Audaudiovisual Media Policies and New Challenges for the Cultural Industries (8 ECTS) 
  • Data Communication and Society (with tool for Social Research and Data Analysis) (8 ECTS) 
  • Data Science for Communication with Pitching and Public Speaking (8 ECTS) 
  • Digital and Soft Skill (6 ECTS) 
  • General Management and Principles of Accounting (8 ECTS) 
  • Marketing Management and Marketing Planning (8 ECTS) 
  • Psychology of Digital Media with Developmental Psychology (8 ECTS) 
  • English for Business (3 ECTS) 
  • Workshop: Self-branding & Job Positioning (2 ECTS) 
  • Theology Seminar 

Second Year Courses

  • Corporate Communication and Communication Law (8 ECTS) 
  • Languages and Creativity in Media with Brand Entertainment (8 ECTS) 
  • Public Humanities and Cultural Diplomacy (8 ECTS) 
  • Business Marketing (with Digital Marketing Project) (8 ECTS) 
  • Free choice exams (8 ECTS) 
  • Final dissertation (10 ECTS) 
  • Internship (10 ECTS) 
  • Workshop: Thesis and Dissertation (1 ECTS) 

*Theology Seminar

Theology courses are seminars in religious studies that explore religious and ethical topics from an academic and cultural viewpoint, promoting thoughtful discussion across diverse traditions.
Graduates of this programme are prepared for careers in communication, marketing, public relations, and media management. You will learn how to create media content, plan campaigns, organise events, and design communication strategies for both online and offline platforms. 

You can work in areas such as: 

  • Corporate communication and marketing departments 
  • Public institutions, NGOs, and associations 
  • Media and advertising agencies 
  • Cultural and entertainment organisations 

Typical job roles include: 

  • Communication Manager 
  • Brand or Product Manager 
  • Content Manager (media strategy and distribution) 
  • Press or Media Officer 
  • Internal and External Communications Officer 
  • PR Expert or Spokesperson 
  • Market Analyst or Event Planner 
  • Fundraising and Sponsorship Consultant 
  • Promoter in the arts, culture, or entertainment sectors 

This degree prepares you for both national and international career paths in fast-changing communication environments. 

  • Classes start: September 22, 2026 (TBC) 
  • The academic calendar for 2026/27 will be online in July (visit this page). 
  • A Welcome Event is usually held the week before classes begin. Details will be shared in early August. 
International students can join Italian language courses offered by SELDA (Servizio Linguistico d’Ateneo). These courses require a fee. 

 

To contact SELDA: 

  • Use the “Request for Information” form on the iCatt homepage