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Explore key information about the 2-year MSc degree in Global Business Management at Università Cattolica  

 

The MSc in Global Business Management 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

  • Strategy and International Business - 10 ECTS 
  • Module Corporate Strategy - 5 ECTS 
  • Module International Business - 5 ECTS 
  • International Economics - 5 ECTS 
  • Sustainability Management - 5 ECTS 
  • Managerial Economics - 10 ECTS 
    • Module Competitive Behavior 
    • Module Advanced Economics Scenarios Analysis   
  • Performance Measurement and Controlling - 10 ECTS 
    • Module International Financial Reporting - 5 ECTS 
    • Module Performance Measurement and Incentives - 5 ECTS 
  • International Affairs - 10 ECTS 
    • Module Business Government Relations - 4 ECTS 
    • Module International Corporate Taxation and Tax Planning - 6 ECTS 
  • Corporate Finance - 5 ECTS 
  • Internship - 6 ECTS 
  • Seminar on Theological issues (in Y1 or Y2) 

Second Year Courses

  • ​​​​​International Human Resource Management - 5 ECTS 
  • Intercultural Marketing - 10 ECTS 
    • Module International Marketing and Customer Experience Management - 5 ECTS 
    • Module Sociology of Consumer Behavior - 5 ECTS 
  • Business Ethics - 5 ECTS 
  • Business Analytics - 6 ECTS 
  • Three Elective Courses * - 15 ECTS 
  • Thesis - 18 ECTS 

*Elective Courses:

  • Mergers and Acquisitions (Advanced International Business) - 5 ECTS 
  • Global Challenges & Impacts - 5 ECTS 
  • Data Science and Management - 5 ECTS 
  • Silicon Valley immersion programme - 5 ECTS 
  • Supply Chain and Operation Management - 5 ECTS 
  • Financial Markets and Institutions - 5 ECTS 
  • Sociology in Digital Disruption Era - 5 ECTS 
  • Entrepreneurship - 5 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.
As a student in the MSc in Global Business Management, you can apply for a double degree programme. These options allow you to study at Università Cattolica and at a partner university abroad. At the end of your studies, you will earn two qualifications — one from each institution. 

Available double degrees: 

  • California State University San Marcos 
    • MSc in Global Business Management at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore 
    • MBA in International Business at California State University San Marcos, USA 

 
 

  • Université Catholique de Lille 
    • MSc in Global Business Management at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore 
    • Master in International Management at Université Catholique de Lille, France 

 

 

  • IPBS Double Degree Programme: The IPBS Network offer students the opportunity to receive: 
    • MSc in Global Business Management from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore 
    • One of the following: 
      • MSc in Global Management and Digital Competencies awarded by ESB–Reutlingen or  
      • MSc in Global Management (Digital Disruption) awarded by Dublin City University (DCU). 

These double degrees are competitive and require a separate application after enrolment.  

Read further information here: https://studenticattolica.unicatt.it/double-degrees-economia-piacenza  

Graduates of this programme are prepared for international careers in both business and public institutions. They develop the skills needed for roles in: 
  • Large multinational companies 
  • Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) 
  • Government bodies and non-governmental organisations 
  • International organisations like the WTO, IMF, World Bank, European Commission, and European Parliament 

Their strong understanding of global business, strategy, and multicultural management makes them suitable for positions in: 

  • Business development 
  • Operations and project management 
  • Consulting and advisory services 
  • Policy analysis and trade relations 

Students also gain real-world insights by meeting guest speakers from innovative global companies, helping them build professional networks during the course. 

  • Classes start: September 15, 2026 (TBC) 
  • The academic calendar for 2026/27 will be online in July (visit this page).