Econometrics
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Italy.
🇮🇹 1–2 years · September/October (main)
Masters in Economics in Italy
A master's in Economics covers micro and macro theory, econometrics and applied fields such as development, finance and policy. Here is how studying it in Italy works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
- 3 universities compared
- From ₹24 lakh – ₹31 lakh
- Intakes: September/October (main)
- Post-study work
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Masters in Economics in Italy: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Economics in Italy usually takes 1–2 years. On our list, 3 universities offer it, with total costs from ₹24 lakh – ₹31 lakh (Bologna) to ₹67 lakh – ₹73 lakh (Bocconi). After graduating: residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation.
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Official sources: Universitaly — pre-enrolment portal
Masters in Economics in Italy at a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 years
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ €500 – €4,000 per year at public universities (often income-based); private €6,000 – €20,000
- Living costs
- ≈ €700 – €1,100 per month (Milan is costliest)
- Typical budget
- ₹8–15 lakh per year
- Intakes
- September/October (main), February (selected programs)
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
- Post-study work
- Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation
Overview
Why study Economics in Italy?
A master's in Economics covers micro and macro theory, econometrics and applied fields such as development, finance and policy.
Italy offers low public-university tuition with regional DSU scholarships, world-famous programs in design, architecture and engineering and income-based fees and scholarships that can cover tuition and housing.
Universities
Universities for Economics in Italy
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Specialisations
Popular Economics specialisations
Development Economics
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Italy.
Financial Economics
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Italy.
Public Policy
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Italy.
Behavioural Economics
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Italy.
Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
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- Bachelor's: B.Sc in Maths or Statistics
- Bachelor's: B.Tech/B.Com with strong maths
- Prerequisite: Calculus
- Prerequisite: Statistics
- Prerequisite: Intermediate micro and macro economics
- English: IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
Careers
Careers after Economics in Italy
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Italy offers low public-university tuition with regional DSU scholarships. Typical roles afterwards include Economic Analyst, Data / Research Analyst and Policy Analyst.
On our list: Bologna, UniMi and Bocconi.
From ₹24 lakh – ₹31 lakh at Bologna up to ₹67 lakh – ₹73 lakh, including living and one-time costs.
Most universities accept BA/B.Sc in Economics, b.Sc in Maths or Statistics and b.Tech/B.Com with strong maths, with calculus, statistics and intermediate micro and macro economics, plus IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university.
Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation. During your studies: up to 20 hours a week (1,040 hours a year).
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