Master in Finance and Economics

Finance and Economics is a master's program at Università degli Studi di Milano, taught in English in Milano, Italy, over two years, for students who already hold a bachelor's degree in economics, finance, or a related quantitative field. At this level, the discipline moves into advanced treatment of financial markets, corporate finance, and macroeconomic analysis, building on foundational undergraduate training. Students typically study asset pricing, corporate finance, monetary economics, and econometrics, developing the quantitative tools needed to analyze markets, evaluate investment decisions, and assess the effects of economic policy. Coursework often includes applied work with financial and economic data, since interpreting markets and policy outcomes depends on statistical and modeling skills alongside economic theory. Many programs in this area also cover international finance, risk management, and the behavior of banks and other financial institutions, giving students a view of how capital flows across borders and how financial systems are regulated. Graduates pursue careers in investment banking, asset and portfolio management, corporate finance departments, financial consulting, and roles at central banks, regulatory authorities, and international financial institutions. Others use the degree as a foundation for doctoral study or professional finance qualifications. The training suits students who want to combine economic theory with the practical, quantitative skills used in financial markets and policy analysis. Milano is a significant financial and business center in Italy, offering a relevant setting for advanced study in finance and economics, and the English-medium format allows international students to pursue training aimed at careers spanning global financial markets and economic institutions.