Data Science and AI for Business

Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis, starting as soon as they are submitted. As a result, the application process for the Master in Data Science and AI for Business may close before the final deadlines once available places have been filled. Early application is therefore strongly recommended.

Candidates holding a non-Italian Bachelor’s degree are required to apply through the dedicated international admission portal.

Candidates holding an Italian Bachelor’s degree or another academic qualification awarded by an Italian university should follow the application procedures and instructions provided below.

Applicants must upload the following documents to the  admission portal:

• An updated one-page curriculum vitae in English, including education, relevant work experience if applicable, key skills, and a professional photo
• Official academic transcript

January 8th, 2027

Based on the information provided in the online application form and the submitted documentation, the Selection Committee will shortlist candidates for a final evaluation. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview, tipically conducted via an online call.

Maximum number of participants: 25

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore reserves the right to not to activate the Master should the minimum number of enrolled students required for its delivery not be reached. 

Admitted students will be notified via email and through the admission portal.

Enrolment must be completed within 5 working days of receiving the admission notice by uploading the payment of the first instalment and all required documents to the admission portal.

Students who are completing their degree or hold a foreign university degree are required to pre-enrol through the admission portal.

Once the University degree or the Declaration of Value/Diploma Supplement* will be evaluated as adequate, applicants can proceed with the matriculation.

* Students with a foreign (non-Italian) University degree must request the Declaration of Value to the consular offices of the country where the title has been awarded. If the degree was awarded in a EU University, applicants can request the Diploma Supplement released by the University of origin (more info at FAQ).

The tuition fee is € 10.000 to be paid as follows:

• € 3.000 upon admission
• € 3.500 by February, 2027
• € 3.500 by April, 2027

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore guarantees a refund of the deposit and the first instalment in the following cases:

• The Italian Embassy or Consulate rejects the applicant’s visa application
• The Master program is not activated due to an insufficient number of enrolled students