Bachelor's degree in Economics and Banking

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Siena

Program Overview

This English‑taught Bachelor’s degree provides a solid foundation in economics, management, finance, and data analysis, helping you understand how businesses, markets, and institutions operate in a global context. It is ideal for students seeking a versatile degree that opens doors to both the business world and further academic study.

Curriculum Structure:
In the first year, you will build foundational knowledge in key subjects such as Principles of Mathematics, Statistics, Fundamentals of Economics and Economic History, and Accounting. These courses give you the tools to analyse economic data and understand market fundamentals.

In the second year, the focus shifts to deeper economic and business topics, including Corporate Finance, Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, Financial Mathematics, English for Economics and Management, and Corporate Law and Regulation. This stage helps you combine quantitative analysis with management insight.

By the third year, you will apply what you have learned in advanced areas such as Financial Markets and Emerging Technologies, Computational Finance and Risk Management, Monetary Economics, and International and European Trade Law. You will also complete your thesis and choose electives that reflect your personal interests and career goals.

Focus areas: economic analysis, business management, financial markets, statistical methods, corporate law, international trade, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking, data interpretation, English communication

Learning outcomes: ability to analyse economic and business environments, apply quantitative tools, make informed management decisions, understand legal and institutional frameworks, communicate effectively, and solve complex problems in economic contexts

Professional alignment (accreditation): aligns with Italian degree classes L‑18 (Economic and Business Management Sciences) and L‑33 (Economics), recognised within the Bologna Process and respected across Europe and beyond

Reputation (employability rankings): as an English‑taught programme at one of Italy’s oldest universities with a strong School of Economics and Management, this degree prepares graduates for international careers and progression into prestigious Master’s degrees in Economics, Finance, and International Accounting and Management

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Students in the Economics and Management programme don’t just learn theory — they gain practical skills through real-world experiences that prepare them for careers in business, finance, and economics. The School of Economics and Management supports students with structured career services, internships, and opportunities to apply classroom knowledge in professional environments. You’ll also benefit from extensive libraries, digital study tools, collaborative spaces, and mobility programmes that connect learning with real-world practice:

Placement and Career Services help you find work experience placements, receive career advice, and participate in internships with local, national, and international organisations, strengthening your readiness for employment after graduation.
Internships and traineeships can be organised during and after your studies, giving you hands-on exposure to workplace tasks and professional expectations, and often count for academic credit.
Erasmus and other international mobility programmes provide opportunities to complete traineeships abroad, broadening your global perspective and professional network.
You will have access to the University of Siena’s library system and digital study spaces, which offer a wealth of academic resources, reading areas, and computer workstations to support research and project work.
The programme encourages project work, analysis of case studies, and collaborative group activities that mirror professional situations and help you develop teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Support services such as language learning at the University Language Centre help build communication skills in English and Italian, essential for global business environments.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the Economics and Management bachelor’s degree at Università degli Studi di Siena are well-prepared to enter the international job market with strong analytical, management, and communication skills. They are typically ready for roles such as junior financial analyst, business consultant, economic policy assistant, and market research analyst: the programme provides multiple supports and opportunities to help you succeed professionally.

Career support services: The University’s Placement and Career Services connects students and recent graduates with employers locally, nationally, and internationally, offering career advice, orientation, internships, and work experience placements to make the transition to the workplace smoother.
Internships and industry links: Through structured internships and collaborations with businesses, financial institutions, and organisations, students gain hands-on experience that strengthens both their CV and professional network.
Applied skills for diverse roles: The multidisciplinary curriculum equips students with core economic, management, and quantitative skills, preparing them for careers in economics, finance, consultancy, public institutions, and international business.
Enhanced employability: Graduates are ready to take on competitive junior positions in companies, organisations, and financial institutions, giving them a solid foundation for long-term career growth.
Accreditation value: As a recognised first-cycle degree within Italy’s L‑18 and L‑33 degree classes, this qualification is respected across Europe and beyond, providing long-term value for employers and for further academic study.
Graduation outcomes: Students finish the programme with strengthened problem-solving, teamwork, leadership, and data analysis skills, ready to contribute immediately in business, financial, and economic teams.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the bachelor’s degree, graduates can continue their studies with master’s programmes in related fields. Many pursue MSc degrees in Economics, Finance, or International Accounting and Management at the University of Siena, which deepens their expertise and opens doors to higher-level positions or specialised career paths.