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Why choose this programme
you will confidently tackle key financial topics, covering their various economic, managerial, legal, and quantitative aspects
you will have the chance to participate in international programmes to earn double degrees, access the Bloomberg Lab, and attend Bloomberg courses, thereby obtaining the relevant certifications. Additionally, you can acquire CFA and AIAF certifications
internships and thesis work offer a chance to engage in research through collaboration with the Department’s faculty
Overview
Ca’ Foscari’s Economics and Finance degree programme trains professionals capable of confidently addressing key issues in the economic and financial sectors, supported by a strong theoretical, quantitative, and legal foundation.
You will acquire multidisciplinary skills related to financial markets and the key management areas of banks and financial intermediaries in general (credit, finance, treasury, securities, administration and internal process organisation, compliance, planning, and control). You will also develop expertise in investment and financial resource management, risk measurement and management, financial and insurance consultancy, supplementary pension schemes, and pension fund management. The programme also examines the role and competencies of supervisory authorities in the sector.
Alongside classroom tuition, you will have the chance to participate in the Bloomberg Lab and Bloomberg courses to earn the relevant certifications, as well as gain CFA and AIAF credentials. The programme is also recognised by the Ordine dei Dottori Commercialisti e degli Esperti Contabili di Venezia (the Venice Association of Chartered Accountants and Accounting Experts).
Opinions
Programme coordinator
"If you're eager to explore all aspects of the financial markets, from managing intermediaries, investments, and risks to understanding how banks organise their internal and administrative processes and offer financial advice, look no further. The Master’s Degree Programme in Economics and Finance will lead you through the financial world with comprehensive training, giving you a solid theoretical, quantitative, and legal background."
International network, experience abroad and employment
You can apply to spend part of your curriculum abroad by participating in international programmes organised in collaboration with one or more partner universities and leading to a Double Degree or a Joint Degree.
Current Double Degrees:
- Double Degree with City, University of London
- Double Degree with Henley Business School, University of Reading (USA)
- Double Degree with Stevens Institute of Technology (France)
- Double Degree with Université Paris Dauphine-PSL (France)
- Double Degree with Université Aix-Marseille
Ca' Foscari has over 1,500 partnerships with international institutions, including programmes like Erasmus+ and Overseas, enabling students to study and intern abroad.
Ca' Foscari's Career Service guides you into the world of work with advice services, CV support, meetings with institutions and companies, and the search for and setup of training internships in Italy and abroad.
After graduation
as a finance specialist, you will be well-suited for various roles across different types of financial intermediaries. You may also assist in analysis and decision-making within economic intervention bodies, including regulatory authorities, ministries, and economic organisations at local, national, and supranational levels, as well as in the financial operations of market participants, such as businesses, research centres, consultancy firms, and industry associations
you will also have the chance to work as a freelance financial consultant, provided you obtain the necessary professional qualifications where required
you can pursue PhD programmes in Economics, Finance, Management, or Business Law, both in Italy and abroad
Where
Department of Economics
San Giobbe, Cannaregio 873, Fondamenta San Giobbe, 30121 Venice (Italy)
Contacts
Economic Campus
ADiSS - Economic Campus
San Giobbe [ITA], Cannaregio 873, Fondamenta San Giobbe, 30121 Venice (Italy)
Campus services: campus.economico@unive.it
Economic area internships: stage.areaeconomica@unive.it
Services for students and appointment reservation
Degree programme website (permalink): www.unive.it/degree/emr20