The programme
This section provides a comprehensive overview of the degree programme, including details on its structure, regulations, and additional resources. It also introduces the University’s Quality Assurance system and outlines the Student Orientation services available to prospective students, aimed at guiding them in selecting the most suitable course.
Course of study in brief
Characteristics and Purposes
The Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Business of the University of Verona provides students with the necessary tools for understanding the functioning of the economic and financial systems, and of the companies that make them up. The degree enables students to achieve an extensive knowledge of economics, finance and business management, of the measurement, analysis and modelling of economic and financial phenomena, of the evolution of economic systems from a historical perspective and of the legal regulations governing the relationships among individuals, companies and enterprises.
The aim of the degree is to prepare future graduates to face the challenges and the changes resulting from the continuous technological progress within companies, in the economic and financial systems, as well as in society. A large part of the new professions requires an excellent knowledge of economics, finance and business management disciplines, together with decision-making competences based on the gathering, management and analysis of the growing mass of information available today.
To achieve these objectives, the compulsory subjects are complemented with many optional activities like workshops, laboratories on some of the main IT tools used in business, banking and insurance companies, as well as meetings with managers from relevant companies. Moreover, the degree gives the opportunity to carry out an internship at a company, a public administration office, an agency or research institution. Students will be given the chance to spend some time abroad through international mobility study programs such as Erasmus+ and Worldwide. It is worth noticing that the second semester of the third year is characterized by the presence of a basket of subjects, mostly delivered through laboratory activities, from which students are allowed to choose the ones they deem most appropriate to refine their knowledge in the desired direction.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Business aims to forge professionals with solid foundations in economics, business administration and finance, with skills in line with the current dynamics of the job market, not forgetting those related to the emerging area of data analytics and business intelligence. The degree prepares professionals working either in private and public companies, as well as in non-profit organizations, banks, financial and insurance companies, in auditing, accounting and business consultancy firms, in regional, national and international organizations and research bodies, in the public administration, in trade unions and professional bodies, and also to work as self-employed freelancers.
The Degree in Economics and Business allows graduates to enter, after passing an examination, into the Register of Chartered Accountants and Accounting Experts (Section B) in order to practice as auditor and accounting experts and being allowed to carry out the activities contained in the Legislative Decree 34/2005 (art. 1).
The degree provides the optimal prerequisite to continue studying in master's degrees and other advanced courses in economics, finance and management offered by the University of Verona, or by other universities, in Italy and abroad.
From School to University
Access to the Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Business is limited and is regulated in the ways and terms set by the annual call. To be admitted to the degree, it is necessary to have obtained a high school diploma or a qualification, in Italy or abroad, recognized as equivalent. In addition, students must pass an entry examination test, which verifies the possession of the following skills: 1) logical-mathematical, to understand and elaborate logical and mathematical reasoning involving also basic mathematical notions; 2) linguistic and verbal, to read and understand Italian texts, showing knowledge of the grammar, structure, syntax and lexicon of the Italian language.
Tutoring, counseling and job orientation services are provided, as well as assistance for students with disabilities or in special needs. There are also incentives, discounts and scholarships for deserving students. The administrative staff of the School of Economics and Management is the reference point for information about the organization, the teachings and the main services offered by the degree.
- Degree type Corsi di laurea
- Duration 3 years
- Part-time Study option available Yes
- Admissions admission test, limited-entry degree
- Class attendance requirements Non obbligatoria
- Degree class L-33 R
- Ammesso al progetto PA 110 e lode Yes
- Administrative headquarters verona
- Locations for lessons and exams Map of the Locations
- Language Italian
Graduates will be prepared to address the challenges and changes arising from technological progress in businesses, the economic system and society as a whole. In particular, they will be able to seize new opportunities in the economic, financial and business fields that require solid foundations in mathematics, statistics and econometrics to manage and organise large volumes of information and to interpret the algorithms and models used in decision-making processes.
The curriculum is structured around several distinctive subject areas that provide the analytical tools required to examine different aspects of the economic, financial and business environment. The main subject areas are:
· Economics and Finance;
· Mathematical and Statistical Methods;
· Business Administration and Management.
These are complemented by the Legal Studies area.
During the first two years, the programme provides a balanced combination of economic, business, mathematical-statistical and legal subjects, aimed at giving graduates a solid and broad-based foundation in economics and business administration.
The third year, in order to provide greater flexibility in the study programme, offers students a choice between a number of alternative courses. Students may choose to deepen their knowledge of economic policy and industrial economics, focus on the analysis of financial markets, or acquire further skills in statistics and econometrics, with particular emphasis on new tools for data analytics and the management and analysis of big data.
The learning objectives of the programme are achieved not only through the courses included in the curriculum, but also through a range of complementary activities, including workshops, participatory and group activities, and internships at research institutions, businesses and public administrations.
- JUNIOR ECONOMIST AND ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL SYSTEMS SPECIALIST
- JUNIOR BUSINESS ANALYST AND ECONOMIC BUSINESS CONSULTANT
- ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSES SPECIALIST
JUNIOR ECONOMIST AND ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL SYSTEMS SPECIALIST
Role in a work context
Graduates will be able to carry out the following activities:
· Conduct financial analyses;
· Conduct cost-benefit analyses;
· Carry out and manage market analyses;
· Use tools to process data and information for the purpose of quantifying production costs;
· Provide operational support for economic and financial reporting;
· Contribute to the management of employment relationships.
Skills associated with the role
The skills associated with these functions include:
· Mastery of the main quantitative and non-quantitative methodologies used in financial analysis and corporate finance;
· Knowledge of statistical and econometric techniques for analysing markets and business phenomena, with particular reference to new tools and technologies;
· Knowledge of accounting systems and financial statement preparation.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities span a broad range of professions in the economic field, within businesses as well as public and non-profit organisations, and also in offices and professional practices of local institutions, national and international research organisations, public administrations, businesses, and trade and professional associations.
The Bachelor’s degree programme provides an excellent foundation for continuing studies in Master’s degree programmes in economics and finance offered by the University of Verona or other universities, as well as for pursuing Master’s programmes and postgraduate courses in economics or finance at Italian and international universities.
JUNIOR BUSINESS ANALYST AND ECONOMIC BUSINESS CONSULTANT
Role in a work context
The junior business analyst and economic business consultant supports business management in the analytical examination of economic, financial and business issues, using both available data and newly collected information. In particular, graduates will be able to:
· Collect, organise and manage different types of data;
· Analyse databases, including large-scale datasets;
· Generate, analyse and interpret reports with a strong quantitative focus;
· Communicate analytical results effectively;
· Conduct and manage market analyses;
· Use the latest digital tools for data management and processing;
· Support business management and companies more generally in decision-making processes.
Skills associated with the role
The junior business analyst and economic business consultant possesses knowledge, skills and abilities in economics and finance, has a clear overall understanding of how businesses operate, and is able to interact effectively with different business functions. In particular, graduates:
· Are able to process and analyse economic and financial information;
· Possess logical and deductive skills enabling them to relate specific problems to more general cases;
· Are able to identify solutions to problems and make decisions appropriate to their role, also based on the processing and interpretation of complex databases;
· Are able to collect microeconomic and macroeconomic data;
· Are able to logically design, manage and use databases of considerable size, integrating different sources of information, both internal and external to the company;
· Are able to translate business problems into hypotheses to be tested using data;
· Possess digital and information systems skills;
· Have a sound command of business terminology and language;
· Are able to manage projects and work effectively in teams.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities include positions as business economic analyst, business consultant, information support roles in investment banks and venture capital funds, and administrative and control functions in large private and public organisations. These professional opportunities may be pursued either as self-employed professionals or as employees of institutions and associations, private companies and business consulting firms.
The Bachelor’s degree programme provides an excellent foundation for continuing studies in Master’s degree programmes in economics and finance offered by the University of Verona or other universities, as well as for pursuing Master’s programmes and postgraduate courses in economics or finance at Italian and international universities.
ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSES SPECIALIST
Role in a work context
Graduates will be able to address and resolve the main administrative issues arising within different types of organisations. In particular, they will be able to:
· Analyse qualitative and quantitative economic and financial information relevant for accounting purposes;
· Prepare financial statements and interpret their results through ratio and cash-flow analysis, both from the perspective of national legislation and international accounting standards;
· Provide operational support for economic and financial reporting;
· Analyse the economic and financial position of a company;
· Prepare, analyse and interpret business reports;
· Record business transactions in the general accounting system;
· Use software and technologies relevant to business functions;
· Interact pragmatically both with corporate governance and with key external collaborators, such as consultants and other professionals.
Skills associated with the role
Graduates will possess the following knowledge and skills:
· Knowledge, skills and abilities in economics and business administration;
· Ability to process and analyse economic and financial information;
· Ability to manage projects and work effectively in teams.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities include positions as administrative process specialist and accounting specialist (subject to passing the examination required for registration with the Register of Chartered Accountants and Accounting Experts, Section B). These professional opportunities may be pursued either as self-employed professionals or as employees of institutions and associations, private companies, auditing firms and business consulting firms.
The Bachelor’s degree programme provides an excellent foundation for continuing studies in Master’s degree programmes in economics and finance offered by the University of Verona or other universities, as well as for pursuing Master’s programmes and postgraduate courses in economics or finance at Italian and international universities.
