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  • Total number of students: 230 (2 classes of 115 students each)  
  • International students: 120 

“International” refers to students holding a non-Italian high school diploma. 

The programme combines shared courses in the first two years with a choice of major in the final year. 

 

First and Second Year: Common Subjects 
In the first two years, all students study the same subjects. These courses build a strong base in economics, math, law, and business. 

Third Year: Choose Your Specialisation 
In the third year, you choose one of two specialisations: 

  • Economics 

This major is for students who want to understand how the economy works. You will learn how to study economic problems using theory, statistics, and real-world data. This helps you take part in decision-making in businesses or public institutions. 
 

  • Management 

This major is for students interested in how companies are run. You will learn how to organize people and processes, solve business problems, and improve how a company works. 

 

Academic Calendar 
The year is divided into three terms: Fall, Winter, and Spring.  

 

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

First year

  • Economic history - 8 ECTS
  • Introductory microeconomics - 8 ECTS
  • IT for economics and management - 4 ECTS
  • Mathematics - 9 ECTS
  • Organisation theory and design - 8 ECTS
  • Principles of law - 9 ECTS
  • Principles of management - 8 ECTS
  • First foreign language I (French) - 4 ECTS
  • Theology*

Second year

  • Comparative company law - 9 ECTS
  • Economic policy - 8 ECTS
  • Financial accounting - 8 ECTS
  • Financial market, credit and banking - 8 ECTS
  • Financial mathematics - 5 ECTS
  • Introductory macroeconomics - 8 ECTS
  • Statistics - 9 ECTS
  • First foreign language II (French) - 4 ECTS
  • Second foreign language (German or Spanish) - 4 ECTS
  • Theology*

Third year - Profile in Economics

  • Applied statistics and big data - 8 ECTS
  • Corporate finance or Business strategy - 8 ECTS
  • Public finance - 8 ECTS
  • Two field courses among the following*: - 16 ECTS
    • Game theory and strategy
    • International economics
    • Monetary economics
    • Labor economics
  • Two elective courses (students are advised to choose among the following elective courses or the field courses not chosen above) - 16 ECTS:
    • Applied econometrics
    • Business strategy
    • Corporate finance
    • Information systems
    • Innovation and R&D Management
    • Logistics and Operations Management
    • Management accounting
    • Management and organisation in the digital economy
    • Marketing management
    • The R language and environment for statistical computing 
  • Final dissertation - 3 ECTS
  • Theology*

* More field courses could be added in the following academic years

 

Third year - Profile in Management

  • Business strategy - 8 ECTS
  • Corporate finance - 8 ECTS
  • Management accounting - 8 ECTS
  • Marketing management - 8 ECTS
  • One field course among the following - 8 ECTS
    • Innovation and R&D management
    • Logistics and Operations Management
    • Management and organisation in the digital economy
  • Two elective courses (students are advised to choose among the following elective courses)* - 16 ECTS:
    • Applied econometrics
    • Applied statistics and big data
    • Game theory and strategy
    • Information systems
    • Innovation and R&D Management
    • International economics
    • Labor economics
    • Logistics and Operations Management
    • Management and organisation in the digital economy
    • Monetary economics
    • The R language and environment for statistical computing
    • Internship
  • Final dissertation - 3 ECTS
  • Theology*

* More field courses could be added in the following academic years

*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.
After finishing this degree, you can continue studying in a master’s programme or start working right away. 

There are many career options in Italy and abroad. You can work in: 

  • International companies: Jobs in areas like marketing, sales, operations, finance, human resources, or administration. These can be in many sectors such as manufacturing, services, consulting, or banking. 
  • Research and analysis: Roles focused on studying economic and global topics, often in think tanks, institutions, or universities. 
  • International organisations: Careers in global or transnational institutions like the European Union, United Nations, or international NGOs. 

 

  • Classes start: September 15, 2026 
  • 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