Economics

Overview

 The Economics programme taught at the University of Siena  structure and level of study of the LM correspond to what is offered in the international academic arena as part of an MSc in Economics course.

The command of knowledge, tools, and techniques of analysis acquired in this programme allows both the continuation of studies to start a career as an economist, and employment as an economic analyst or with functions of responsibility in companies, banks and public and private institutions, and international organizations. 

The LM draws on the disciplinary skills available in the Department of Economia Politica e Statistica, with its long tradition of research and teaching at the graduate level (the Department has been running a renowned doctoral program in Economics for decades).

Career Prospects

The LM in Economics aims to train professional economists who can take on roles of responsibility in a variety of contexts: government bodies and organisations, international organisations, public and private companies, banks and other financial institutions, professional associations and trade unions.

The acquired skills will allow the placement in positions requiring versatility and analytical skills, understanding of the strategic aspects of the choices and their economic impact, ability to deal with contexts characterized by complexity and change.