Economics and Management (E&M) is a three-year degree program focusing on the acquisition of multidisciplinary expertise in management, banking and economics. Its purpose is to prepare students to understand how consumers, firms and organizations work and operate in the increasingly complex social and economic environment they face.
The course addresses the fundamentals of accounting and management, of financial intermediation within the banking industry, of the insurance sector and financial markets, together with a sound training in all the core economic disciplines, both at the microeconomic and the macroeconomic level, including the historical perspective and the statistical methods for data analysis of social sciences.
Curriculum available are:
BANKING AND FINANCE
Graduates in Banking and Finance will develop expertise in understanding financial markets and institutions context and complexity and will acquire all the core skills required for banking and financial job positions. Graduates will have the ability: to understand the techniques of risk management, to deal with the financial instruments needed to manage a portfolio, to handle computational finance techniques applied to banking and financial scenarios. Moreover, graduates will be able to orient themselves in the world of new technologies applied to Finance (Fintech), as well as to discern products and provide financial advice.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Graduates in Business and Management will develop competences and knowledge to critically address planning and management control issues, and to prepare and analyze corporate measurement and reporting documents about both financial and non-financial performance. Graduates will also acquire specific skills about innovative topical issues such as those of digital management and corporate social responsibility. Graduates in Business and Management will be able to use their skills working for companies or organizations of any size and operating in various industries.
ECONOMICS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Graduates in Economics and Social Sciences will develop skills in understanding economic and financial phenomena and will acquire all the core skills required for the analysis of economic and social issues, including data analysis for social sciences. Graduates will have the ability: to deal with market economies and related phenomena, both from a strictly economic point of view and in terms of social implications; to properly frame credit and financial phenomena in the macroeconomic context, both at a domestic and international level; to handle quantitative methods applied to economic and social cases, through theoretical, empirical and historical approaches.
Degree Level
bachelor
Type Of Access
Restricted access - entrance exam
Mode Of Delivery
In Campus, Full-time
Language Of Delivery
English
Intake
Sept '25
No of seats available for Non-EU students
not mentioned
Course Credits to be Earned
180 ECTS
Application Start Date
1st Call : Open
2nd Call : 7th Feb 2025
3rd Call : NA
Application Deadlines
1st Call : 6th Feb 2025
2nd Call : 6th May 2025
3rd Call : NA
Academic Requirements
Secondary School diploma, (12 Years of schooling) is required in a relevant Field. (Please visit the course website for detalied information)
General Requirements
English TOLC-E or TOLC-E exam is a mandatory requirement, however you can still be admitted if you don't pass the test. It can be reatken later.
Language Proficiency Requirements
English language skills, equivalent to level B2 (or higher) of the Common European Framework (CEFR) through a Language proficiency certificate of IELTS / TOEFL / PTE /Others (Pls visit the course website for more details)
Extra Information
Students appearing in their 12th year can also apply but their admission will be conditional to their result submission by the defined dates.
Tuition Fee
Euros 156 to 2400 Tuition Fee waiver possible. (Please check the course website for detailed information)
Living Expenses
The cost of living for international students in Italy can vary depending on the city, whether they live on or off campus, and other factors:
Accommodation
The cost of accommodation can range from €400–€1,200 per month, depending on the city and whether you live on or off campus. For example, in Rome, rooms can cost €500–€650 per month, while in Bologna, rooms can cost around €400–€500 per month.
Food
The cost of food is around €200-€400 per month.
Utilities and transportation
Utilities and internet can cost between €100–€200 per month, and transportation can cost around €1,200 per year.
Other expenses
Other expenses to consider include health insurance, personal expenses, and entertainment.
City
The cost of living is generally higher in Rome and Milan, and lower in cities like Naples, Turin, and Catania.
The average annual cost of living for an international student in Italy is around €800 per month.
P.S. - A scholarship can take care not only of your tuition expenses but will cover all your living expenses also in the form of upto €900 per month . Connect with our team to learn more about how to secure a scholraship.
Accomodation Expenses
Accommodation expenses for international students in Italy can vary greatly depending on the city, the type of accommodation, and the standard of living. Here's a rough estimate of accommodation expenses in Italy:
- 1. University Halls of Residence: €200 to €500 per month
- 2. Shared Apartments: €250 to €600 per month
- 3. Private Apartments: €500 to €1000 per month or more
- 4. Homestays (Living with a Family): €300 to €600 per month
It's important to research accommodation options thoroughly and consider factors such as location, proximity to your university, transportation links, and overall quality of living. Some Universities may offer assistance or guidance in finding accommodation for international students
Pro tip: If you are planning to stay off-campus the earlier you book your accomodation the better as you will get much reasonable rates.
There are several types of financial aid available for international students in Italy, including scholarships, grants, and education loans:
Scholarships
Universities and the Italian government offer scholarships to international students. These scholarships can cover tuition, health insurance, and living expenses. Some examples include:
MAECI scholarships: These renewable scholarships are offered by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) to foreign nationals and Italian citizens living abroad.
UNICORE 6.0: This scholarship is supported by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), and other Italian universities.
Grants
All students, including international students, can receive need-based grants ranging from EUR 2482 to EUR 6158. The most common grant amount is EUR 4326 per year. These grants are given by regional bodies across Italy.
Education loans
Private banks offer education loans to international students studying in Italy. Interest rates, loan tenure, collateral requirements, and moratorium periods may vary.
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To study in Italy you will need a visa and the process to apply for the same differs from country to country. Below is a general process that is more relevant to Indian students.
- 1. You need to apply for a visa through an Italian embassy closest to your residency.
- 2. Start your visa application as early as possible as it may take up to 3 months for your visa to be granted.
- 3. Your passport must not be more than 10 years old and must be valid for at least 3 months more than the duration of the visa applying for.
- 4. Once all your documents are ready you can ‘book an appointment’ at a visa application centre and visit the centre on the date of appointment to submit your documents and get your biometrics done.
- 5. You also need to pay a visa fee which can be done at the centre itself.
- 6. Once a decision has been made on your application, you can either collect your passport from the visa application centre or get it couriered to you.
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How to Apply
Admission applications can be submitted through the apply.unisi.it portal. We recommend following these steps:
- 1. Register on the website apply.unisi.it
- 2. Search for the study program of your interest on the page https://apply.unisi.it/courses/search/ and click the button next to the one you wish to be admitted to.
- 3. Submit the application along with other required douments.
List of documents to be attached for Application:
a) a scanned copy of your passport
b) High School Academic Transcripts
d) CV summarizing education, skills, work experience and qualifications.
e) Motivation Letter
f) Language proficiency certificate
g) other specific qualifications or documents relevant to the application (optional).
Application Fee: TBD
(Note: There may be some changes in the process for 2025 intake which will be incorporated once the 2025 intake is announced.)
Working in Italy while studying
• As a student in Italy, you are allowed to work part-time.
• You can work part-time up to 20 hours per week during your studies and full-time during vacations.
• You need to obtain a temporary residence permit though.
Working in Italy after completing your studies
• As a Non-EU student, if you want to work in Italy after graduation, you will need a work permit.
• You can stay back in Italy for 12 months after completing your masters or PhD degree.
• You can apply for a post-study work permit only once you get a full-time job or an intership opportunity
• Your employer needs to apply for a work permit for you termed as 'Nulla osta al lavoro'
• Once the employer received the work permit, the student can proceed with his application for post-study work visa.
• Once you recieve your post-study work visa, only then you can apply for a residence permit.
• Generally any student holding a residence permit while studying and working part-time is bound to get a residence permit to work full-time in Italy
Getting a PR in Italy
Non-EU nationals who already hold a temporary residence permit can apply for a permanent residence permit if they fulfill the following requirements:
• To be able to apply for a PR in Italy you should have spent at least 5 years
• You should be working full-time with an Italian employer and should be required to stay in Italy.
