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17 Best Business & Management Master's Universities in Italy 2026

This ranks Business & Management master’s degrees in Italy for 2026. It is for applicants comparing where a master’s can lead and which universities fit their budget and location preferences.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

17 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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UN University of Bologna logo

University of Bologna

Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy · Public University

★ 61 QS World #133 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,000/yr
Founded
1088
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SA Sapienza University of Rome logo

Sapienza University of Rome

Rome, Lazio, Italy · Public University

★ 61 QS World #132 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,000/yr
Founded
1303
7
UC University of Calabria logo

University of Calabria

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
—
Founded
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9
UC University of Catania logo

University of Catania

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
—
Founded
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10
UG University of Genoa logo

University of Genoa

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
—
Founded
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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Master's Business & Management?▾

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Bologna, Sapienza University of Rome, University Institute of Modern Languages. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in Business & Management cost abroad?▾

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Business & Management abroad?▾

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?▾

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

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your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Business & Management at Master's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A master’s degree in Business & Management is a postgraduate qualification for applicants who already have a first degree and want advanced study in management, finance, strategy, or related business areas. It suits students aiming for specialist roles, career change, or progression to further study.

The universities in this group are all public, so the main difference for many applicants is location and programme choice rather than ownership. The mix includes large cities such as Milan, Naples, Palermo, Perugia, Pisa, Pavia, and Rome, as well as smaller places such as Foggia and Sannio. Fees are published for some universities and not for others, so cost comparison needs checking university by university.

Before applying, confirm the tuition fee, the exact programme title, and the entry requirements for the master’s you want. Also verify the application deadline, language of instruction, and whether the programme matches your academic background and career plans.