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16 Best Professional Accounting & Finance Programs in Italy

Across Italy, 12 universities offer 16 Professional Accounting & Finance programs; the most common length is 1–2 years. Courses from Sapienza University of Rome, University of Roma "La Sapienza" and University of Padua come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Master's Degree
LG Luiss Guido Carli University logo
Italy

Finance

Luiss Guido Carli University — The Master's in Finance at Luiss Guido Carli University offers a comprehensive exploration of financial management principles, quantitative methods, and investment strate...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 AnniDuration
Full TimeMode
2026/2027Intake
Professional Accounting & Finance
2Bachelor's Degree
SA Sapienza University of Rome logo
QS World #128 #3 in Italy Rome, Lazio, Italy

Economics and Finance

Sapienza University of Rome — Economics and Finance is a bachelor course at Sapienza University of Rome. It is offered with Italian and English language options, using Conventional - in Person lesson...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
—Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Professional Accounting & Finance
3Master's Degree
SA Sapienza University of Rome logo
QS World #128 #3 in Italy Rome, Lazio, Italy

Finance and insurance

Sapienza University of Rome — The Finance and insurance programme at Sapienza University of Rome is a master’s degree. It covers Finance and Insurance curricula and includes Mathematics pre-courses fo...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
SeptemberIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
4Bachelor's Degree
UR University of Roma "La Sapienza" logo
QS World #128 #4 in Italy Italy

Economia e finanza

University of Roma "La Sapienza" — The Bachelor's Degree in Economia e Finanza at the University of Roma 'La Sapienza' provides a comprehensive framework in economic principles and financial management. Th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
5Master's Degree
UR University of Roma "La Sapienza" logo
QS World #128 #4 in Italy Italy

Finanza e assicurazioni - Finance and insurance

University of Roma "La Sapienza" — The Master's Degree in Finance and Insurance at the University of Roma 'La Sapienza' is designed to equip students with the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to nav...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
7Master's Degree
UG University of Genoa logo
QS World #547 #19 in Italy Italy

AMMINISTRAZIONE, FINANZA E CONTROLLO

University of Genoa — The Master's Degree in Administration, Finance, and Control at the University of Genoa provides students with a comprehensive understanding of financial management, strat...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
8Master's Degree
UC University of Catania logo
#27 in Italy Italy

Finanza, banca e mercati

University of Catania — The Master's Degree in Finance, Banking, and Markets at the University of Catania prepares students for a dynamic career in the financial services sector. This program co...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
9Master's Degree
UC University of Calabria logo
#35 in Italy Italy

Finance and insurance

University of Calabria — The Master's Degree program in Finance and Insurance at the University of Calabria is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in financial pr...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
10Master's Degree
VS Viterbo State University logo
#48 in Italy Italy

Amministrazione, Finanza e Controllo

Viterbo State University — Economia, management e finanza (LM-77) at Viterbo State University is a master’s degree that covers advanced and interdisciplinary training in business, economics, law, a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
11Bachelor's Degree
US University of Sannio logo
#49 in Italy Italy

Laurea in Economia Bancaria e Finanziaria

University of Sannio — The Laurea in Economia Bancaria e Finanziaria at the University of Sannio equips students with essential knowledge in banking and financial management. This program cover...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
12Bachelor's Degree
BU Bocconi University logo
#51 in Italy Italy

Finance

Bocconi University — The Bachelor’s degree in Finance at Bocconi University is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with a strong foundation in financial principles and practice...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yrsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
13Master's Degree
UV University of Venice logo
#53 in Italy Italy

Amministrazione, finanza e controllo

University of Venice — The Master's Degree in Amministrazione, Finanza e Controllo at the University of Venice offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide students with in-depth knowl...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
14Master's Degree
UV University of Venice logo
#53 in Italy Italy

Economics, Finance and Sustainability

University of Venice — The Master's Degree in Economics, Finance and Sustainability at the University of Venice offers a comprehensive understanding of the interconnections between economics, f...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
15Master's Degree
UV University of Venice logo
#53 in Italy Italy

Global Accounting and Finance

University of Venice — The Master's in Global Accounting and Finance at the University of Venice provides an in-depth exploration of the intricate world of financial systems and accounting prac...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
16Bachelor's Degree
JC John Cabot University logo
#74 in Italy Italy

Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Finance

John Cabot University — The Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Finance at John Cabot University provides a comprehensive understanding of economic theories and financial principles. This program...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance

How these courses are ranked

4 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #128 (Sapienza University of Rome) to #547 (University of Genoa); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Sapienza University of Rome has the largest research record in this group, with 21,051,911 citations and an h-index of 1,089. 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

By level: 11 master's and 5 bachelor's. The usual length is 1–2 years and 4 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (93% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (86% of courses with a stated intake). University of Venice offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Professional Accounting & Finance in Italy?

Sapienza University of Rome (QS World #128), University of Roma "La Sapienza" (QS World #128) and University of Padua (QS World #233) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Professional Accounting & Finance in Italy?

Of those with published fees, University of Padua is the least expensive at about USD 2,800 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Professional Accounting & Finance course take in Italy?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 4 years the next most common.

When do Professional Accounting & Finance courses start in Italy?

Fall is the main intake — 93% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Professional Accounting & Finance courses in Italy?

University of Venice, with 3, ahead of University of Roma "La Sapienza" (2).

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