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Level:

Master's Degree

Degree Classification:

LM-38 R (Modern languages for communication and international cooperation)

Venue:

Venice

Language:

Italian/English

Attendance:

Not compulsory

Duration:

2 years

ECTS/CFU:

120 credits

Admission:

Limited

How to enrol

If you are enrolling with a qualification obtained in Italy, follow the procedure described on the page:

If you are enrolling with a qualification obtained abroad, follow the procedure described on the page:

Why choose this programme

1

this programme aims to equip you with a solid linguistic base in Chinese, complemented by specialised knowledge in marketing, management, and law, all centred around China. Furthermore, you will gain insights into human resource management and accounting, crucial skills that are relevant in multiple professional domains

2

you will acquire a comprehensive understanding of contemporary China, along with economic and legal skills that are closely tied to the realities of Chinese businesses and markets

3

Ca’ Foscari has established strong ties with China and has an office in Suzhou, which offers valuable opportunities for study and work experiences abroad

Overview

This programme, tailored for graduates with a strong grasp of Chinese language and culture, integrates an in-depth understanding of these areas with skills in marketing, management, economics, and law, all focused on the modern context. It trains professionals capable of working in companies, organisations, and institutions that have developed or are developing business and growth strategies in China. Particular attention is given to specialist language use related to the fields of economics, law, and business management.
The study plan is crafted to address the growing internationalisation and globalisation of businesses, organisations, and institutions. It offers courses focused on management practices and processes, as well as the increasingly global environment in which companies and institutions function. The economic, legal, and managerial skills offered are based on solid theoretical foundations but are closely aligned with Chinese managerial and market realities.
With the exception of the language and IT courses, classes are taught in English.

Opinions

Carlotta Sparvoli

Programme Coordinator

“The Master’s Degree programme Language and Management to China (LAMAC) combines advanced Chinese language skills with knowledge of marketing, management, economics, and law, preparing professionals capable of working in international contexts related to China. Teaching, mainly delivered in English, facilitates the transition from humanities to business and economic disciplines, supported by ongoing interaction with native-speaking lecturers specialised in economic subjects.”

International network, experience abroad and employment

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.

What you will study
Study plans for the academic year 2025/2026

After graduation

business activities and consultancy focused on the Asian market, collaborating with companies, law firms, and Chambers of Commerce

specialist in marketing and distribution of goods and services for companies operating in or with China

linguistic consultancy and interpretation services for commercial negotiations with Chinese businesses, facilitating the development of international trade relations

translation of Chinese business or technical documents

Where

Department of Asian and North African Studies
San Sebastiano, Dorsoduro 1686, Campo San Sebastiano, 30123 Venice (Italy)

Contacts

Linguistic Campus

ADiSS - Linguistic Campus
Polo didattico San Basilio [ITA], dock no. 5, 30123 Venice (Italy)

Campus services: campus.linguistico@unive.it
Linguistic area internships: stage.campuslingue@unive.it
Information tutors: tutor.campuslingue@unive.it

Degree programme website (permalink): www.unive.it/degree/lmr9