Economics Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore

Overview

During the first year, students of this  Economics degree delivered by Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore cover the basics of economics and quantitative analysis. The second year dives deeper with specialised courses on cutting-edge topics, keeping them up-to-date with the latest economic research. The programme wraps up with a final dissertation, allowing students to explore a topic of their choice.

Career opportunities 

Graduates can find roles in international organisations, banks, consultancy firms, public and private research institutions, non-profit organisations, regulatory bodies, business media, and universities.A MSc degree in Economics opens doors to a range of professional roles, both nationally and internationally. Graduates are well-prepared to work in various sectors or to pursue a Ph.D. for an academic career. Key roles include:

• Operational roles in banks and financial institutions
• Economic and financial consultancy
• Public administration and regulatory relations
• Economic and social research

Our Economics degree has an impressive track record in the job market, with graduates working at top organisations like the European Central Bank, Deloitte, Intesa San Paolo, and Deutsche Bundesbank. Many alumni have also pursued academic careers, with some earning Ph.D. positions at universities such as Brown, Universitat Pompeu Fabra, and the University of Nottingham, including winners of prestigious Bank of Italy scholarships.Università Cattolica offers extensive career guidance, with events and sessions that include company meet-and-greets, personalised career advice, mock interviews, and an up-to-date job board.