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9 Best Professional Accounting & Finance Master's Universities in Italy 2026

This ranks Professional Accounting & Finance master’s degrees in Italy for 2026. It is for applicants choosing between public universities and comparing study options before applying from abroad.

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

9 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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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
2
UN University of Padua logo

University of Padua

Padua, Veneto, Italy · Public University

★ 57 QS World #219 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
EUR 2,000 – EUR 3,000/yr
Founded
1222
3
UC University of Calabria logo

University of Calabria

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
4
UC University of Catania logo

University of Catania

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
5
UG University of Genoa logo

University of Genoa

Italy · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
8
UV University of Venice logo

University of Venice

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 Professional Accounting & Finance?

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

How much does a Master's in Professional Accounting & Finance 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 Professional Accounting & Finance 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.

Studying Professional Accounting & Finance at Master's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Professional Accounting & Finance 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 in Professional Accounting & Finance is a postgraduate degree for applicants who already hold a first degree and want advanced study in accounting, finance, and related professional practice. It suits people aiming for specialist roles, further academic study, or stronger preparation for professional work.

All of the universities in this group are public, so the main differences for a decision are the study location and the exact programme offer. The options include large-city settings such as Naples, Verona, and Trieste, alongside Viterbo and the University Institute of Modern Languages and the University Institute of Naval Studies; published fees are not provided, so tuition needs direct confirmation with each university.

Before applying, confirm the entry requirements for this master’s, the tuition fee, the application deadline, the teaching language, and whether the programme is open to international applicants. You should also check whether any documents such as a recognised first degree, transcripts, or proof of English or Italian are required.