Banking e consulting

/ Overview

The graduate degree programme in Banking e consulting (Banking and Consulting) stands out for its unique approach that integrates the banking and financial sector and strategic consulting, two areas that are strongly connected in the labor market but rarely united in academic paths.
The course offers targeted specialization in these areas, with a direct and continuous link with top-tier business partners.

Practical and immersive teaching, based on real business cases developed in groups and also evaluated by managers, is accompanied by a strong level of personalization, with dedicated support activities and constant attention to individual students, favored by the limited number of students.

Teamwork is a central element of the process and is structured to realistically reproduce the operational dynamics of consulting and banking, through heterogeneous groups, rotation of members and shared activities oriented towards concrete objectives.

The course is compact and work-oriented: teaching is concentrated in a year and a half while the last semester is entirely dedicated to internships.

Access is deliberately limited, with a selection that also evaluates soft skills and interpersonal skills, creating a cohesive and collaborative environment.

The training experience also includes collaborations with banking institutions such as Crédit Agricole, activities with professionals, development of transversal skills and technical tools, and innovative teaching methodologies.

Constant attendance is strongly recommended, an integral part of an intensive model designed to concretely prepare for entry into the world of work.

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Why choose Banking and consulting at Università Cattolica?

Choosing the graduate degre programme in Banking e consulting means training in a unique path that integrates banking and consulting, with a strong connection to the world of work.
A hands-on, selective and immersive experience, designed to enter quickly and with solid skills in the most in-demand sectors of the market.

A unicum on the national scene

It integrates banking and consultancy, closely connected areas in the labor market, into a single path

Practical and immersive teaching

Real business cases developed in teams and presented directly to partner companies

Design with the world of work

Banks and consulting firms participate in the teaching and activities of the course

Programmed number and targeted selection

Limited access with technical-motivational interview

Values-based learning environment

Ethical approach based on respect, listening and responsibility

Direct relationship with the Professors

Daily contact even in informal moments

Development of soft skills

Dedicated activities, workshops and discussion with professionals

Solid and work-oriented approach

Concentrated teaching and the last semester dedicated to the internship

Innovative teaching method

Use of agile methodologies and integration of artificial intelligence

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Overall student satisfaction with the degree programme

Source: Satisfaction of those who completed the course of study detected in the latest Undergraduates survey, calendar year 2025

/ Study Plan

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Programme structure

The study plan of the graduate degree in Banking e consulting is designed to integrate finance and consulting skills in a structured way, with a balance between theoretical soundness and practical application.

The courses are supported by real business cases, group work and project activities developed in collaboration with partner companies, to concretely reproduce the dynamics of professional contexts.

Each activity is designed to bring students closer to work in banks, consulting firms and corporate functions, through a progressive, immersive training experience strongly oriented towards entering the job market.

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Teaching approach

The graduate degree programme in Banking e consulting adopts a dynamic and constantly evolving approach, updating content and methodologies every year based on structured student feedback, constant discussions with professionals and partners, company surveys and focus groups with professors and students.
The guiding philosophy is simple but effective: "If the world changes, the course changes with it".

The study plan is based on real business cases provided by partner banks and consulting firms, designed to make students experience the challenges and dynamics of professional work.

Teams tackle real-world problems by combining AI tools with analytical skills and managerial vision, while faculty and managers evaluate the results. These business cases form the heart of learning, preparing students for the pace, standards, and ways of operating in the industry.

Teamwork and the professional method

Teamwork is at the heart of the programme: the groups rotate continuously to simulate the dynamics of consulting firms and banking divisions.
Students manage tight deadlines, complex problems and shared responsibilities, developing fundamental soft skills such as listening, collaboration, adaptation, humility and interpersonal skills, which are essential for dealing with high-intensity professional contexts.

Internships and job orientation

The last semester is entirely dedicated to the internship, chosen according to the interests and inclinations of the students. The coordinating professor directly manages contacts with partner companies, ensuring fast response times and continuous feedback between company, teacher and student. This approach makes it possible to consolidate the skills acquired, consciously orient the professional path and facilitate an effective and prepared entry into the world of work.

International experiences

The educational path offers the opportunity to carry out internships in international contexts where English is the working language and where the program partners boast consolidated relationships. The aim is to prepare students to operate according to the global standards and expectations of the consulting and banking industry.

Extracurricular courses and practical workshops

The programme offers a structured set of extracurricular activities and practical workshops, designed to develop technical, digital and transversal skills required by banks and consulting firms. Among the main activities available:

Soft skills training: public speaking, teamwork and effective communication

Digital skills: Advanced Excel, Python programming, and quantitative tools

Logic applied to artificial intelligence: writing effective prompts and using AI as a professional tool

E-money

ESG assessment

Big data management

Practical applications of artificial intelligence

Intensive workshops on advanced finance, agile methods, data analysis and technical skills immediately applicable to business cases

Campus & Networking

The course programme offers meetings and testimonials with professionals, including informal moments such as the "Financial Spritz", in which managers, consultants and communication specialists share their journey and dialogue with students.
These experiences foster direct confrontation, confidence and professional orientation.
The campus also supports a daily and informal relationship with teachers, creating a cohesive community in which students get to know each other, help each other and share skills. The program's approach is based on ethical values, collaboration, and mutual respect, ensuring that no one is left behind.

/ Admission

The admission process

You can find here the information on admission, which varies according to your qualification (Italian or foreign) *

To enrol in the graduate degree programme in Banking and consulting , the curricular requirements must be met and the procedures and deadlines set out in the programme admission procedures must be complied with.

Here are the main steps to follow:

01

See admission dates and procedures

a.y. 2026-27

For the academic year 2026-27 , it is no longer possible to enrol in this degree programme, as the available places are exhausted.

a.y. 2027-28

For the academic year 2027-28 , the new procedures are available, with admission procedures and deadlines available shortly.

02

Prepare the required documentation

Make sure you have all the necessary documents for the submission of the application.

Further information: Required documents

Passport photo - format: jpg, jpeg; Maximum size: 10MB
ID - ID card, passport, driver's license are accepted. Format: png, jpg, jpeg, tiff, pdf; Maximum size: 10MB
Tax code - format: png, jpg, jpeg, tiff, pdf; Maximum size: 10MB
Permit of stay - if required. Format: png, jpg, jpeg, tiff, pdf; Maximum size: 10MB
Self-certification of degree with exams taken, SSD, CFU
Baptismal Certificate or, if you do not have it, the replacement documentation on which you will have information later

03

Register or access the Enrolment Portal

Register on the Enrolment Portal if you do not yet have an account or log in to the Università Cattolica Enrolment Portal with your credentials.

04

Carry out the curricular verification

To carry out the verification of curricular requirements, it is necessary to enter in the Enrolment Portal the three-year qualification in which you have obtained or obtained, the courses in your study plan, with an indication of the scientific disciplinary sector and the CFUs, grades and dates for the courses for which you have passed the exam.

The result of the curricular verification indicates whether the candidate is admitted to the course and provides information on the next steps of the procedure.

05

Reserve your place

If you are successful, reserve your place by paying the first instalment of university fees via the Enrolment Portal. It is possible to do so even before having obtained the degree.

06

Complete pre-enrolment or enrolment

If you have yet to take curricular integrations, you must proceed with pre-enrolment. After obtaining your degree and/or passing the integration exams, you will be able to complete the enrolment procedure. At this stage you will be asked to self-certify your degree with the exams taken, the baptismal certificate. If you do not have it, you can submit replacement documentation as indicated in the Enrolment Portal.

It is necessary to enter one's income data by the end of November through the "Compila redditi" application, accessible from the personal iCatt page.

* The information provided is subject to the approval of the competent bodies and may be subject to change

Useful information

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Candidates with disabilities or SLD

Compensatory and dispensatory measures are provided on request (at least 7 days before the test).

Students with disabilities ≥66% or recognition pursuant to Law 104/1992 are exempt from paying university fees, except for the payment of the €100 fee to reserve a place.

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Transfers, transfers, second degrees

Candidates who wish to transfer from another university, enrol in a second degree or resume their university career must meet the Admission Requirements.

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Notices

Enrolment 2026/2027

Please note that, at the end of the first phase of admission to the graduate degree programme, there are still places available. Additional interview dates will therefore be published.

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Curricular integrations

Some information intended for students admitted to the graduate degree programme in Banking e consulting for the academic year 2026-2027 who have been assigned some curricular integrations.

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/ Fees and funding

Tuition fees and financial support

Tuition fees and scholarships

The beginning of the academic journey often raises questions related to costs, deadlines and available support tools. Having precise information on economic support and housing solutions allows students to face their studies with serenity, focusing on their educational path and personal development.

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore provides EDUCatt income and merit scholarships and degree awards, tools aimed at ensuring continuity and quality in studies from the very first steps.

Access the dedicated section to obtain information on costs and contributions, use the simulator for calculating fees and discover the benefits and economic support available.

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Student accommodation

Università Cattolica offers a range of housing options to support students throughout their studies.

On campus residences

Nine residences are located on or near Università Cattolica campuses. They offer an educational experience that goes beyond accommodation, with cultural activities, meetings and workshops that complement university study. Residence life also provides opportunities to be part of an active community, exchange ideas and share experiences.

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Residences in the city

Residences located across the city are well connected to Università Cattolica campuses. They offer students greater independence in their day-to-day life, while providing comfortable accommodation and the flexibility to balance study, social life and personal time.

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/ Experiences abroad

Study, internship and volunteering abroad

During your studies at Università Cattolica, you can gain international experience as part of your academic journey. Studying, doing an internship or volunteering abroad gives you the chance to experience new academic, professional and cultural environments, improve your language skills and develop an international perspective that can enrich your studies and support your future career.

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Semester abroad

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Internships abroad

International volunteering

Thesis abroad

Short programmes

Virtual Programs

You can include an experience abroad as part of your studies. For programmes involving exams abroad, you can check in advance whether they can be recognised, following the guidance provided by your Faculty and discussing this with the relevant academic staff.

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/ Internships and careers

Internships, jobs and opportunities

The Faculty also offers the possibility of internships and apprenticeships, allowing students to apply the knowledge acquired in different professional contexts.

Internships and career opportunities

The internship allows students to integrate the theoretical skills acquired during their university career with practical and professional experience that can only be learned in the field.
It also offers a concrete tool to guide professional choices after graduation. The active presence of numerous partner companies facilitates the meeting between students and companies, allowing companies to evaluate candidates directly during practical activities related to teaching.

The compulsory internship has a minimum duration of 175 hours, awards 7 ECTS and is evaluated with an "approved" or "not approved" outcome.

The Career Service accompanies students and graduates in entering the world of work, offering orientation tools for business and organizational contexts. The service supports the development of transversal skills, encourages meetings with companies and supports the construction of a conscious and coherent professional path.

Every year over 20,000 students participate in the events organized with more than 100 partner companies and over 9,500 carry out an internship thanks to the support of the Career Service and internship tutors.

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Learning outcomes

After completing the graduate degree programme in Banking e consulting, students acquire advanced and concrete skills, which can be directly used in banking and strategic consulting contexts.
The course trains professionals able to analyze complex scenarios, work in high-intensity teams and make ethical and conscious decisions in real contexts.

Technical and professional skills

Ability to analyze and solve complex business cases: development of the ability to deal with typical scenarios of corporate & investment banking and strategic consulting

Advanced skills in corporate finance, risk assessment, private banking and specialized banking functions: practical training on industry tools and processes

Mastery of quantitative tools and data analysis: application of decision-making methodologies to concrete cases

Knowledge of banking regulations, credit processes, compliance and governance: preparation to operate in compliance with regulations

Ability to use digital tools, including advanced Excel, Python, and AI applications: integrating technology and analytics to support professional decisions

Consulting and problem-solving skills

Structured problem solving and logical-analytical approach: training to break down complex problems and propose effective solutions

Agile working methods and managing deliverables: developing the ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Ability to draft, present and defend strategic solutions: practical training in communicating business cases to real partners

Competence in project work and in the management of information flows: ability to organize information and collaborate with senior figures in the sector

Relational and teamwork skills

High-intensity teamwork: simulation of professional consulting and banking dynamics with continuously rotating groups

Active listening and adaptability: developing effective collaborative relationships

Effective communication in professional contexts: direct confrontation with teachers, managers and professionals in the sector

Collaborative leadership: management and coordination of shared activities within teams

Ethical and behavioural skills

Reliability and a sense of responsibility: qualities recognized by partners as a competitive advantage

Professional ethics and mutual respect: training aimed at creating professionals aware of their role

Support to colleagues and the learning community: active contribution to peer growth and internal collaboration

Relationship management with senior colleagues: development of humility, listening and collaborative approach

Personal and transversal skills

Resilience and ability to sustain high pace: training to operate in high-pressure contexts typical of consulting and banking

Awareness of one's professional inclinations: internship and contact with partners help define the career path

Career prospects

The graduate programme in Banking e consulting prepares graduates to quickly enter the world of banking and financial consulting and services.

Thanks to real business cases, teamwork and consolidated partnerships with leading companies, students develop practical and analytical skills that can be immediately used in international contexts.

CONSULTING

Graduates acquire operational and strategic skills to work in business, organizational and strategic consulting, tackling complex projects from day one.

Main postgraduate roles

Business analyst

Junior consultant

Project management support

Analyst in transformation & innovation teams

Process, Organization and Strategy Consultant

Main sectors of postgraduate activity

Strategic and managerial consulting firms

Boutique advisory

Auditing and professional services firms

Business transformation and process improvement teams

BANKING AND FINANCIAL SERVICES

The course trains professionals ready to work in corporate & investment banking, private banking and wealth management, with solid skills in finance, risk, compliance and governance.

Main postgraduate roles

Corporate banking analyst

Financial analyst

Junior relationship manager

Private banking consultant

Risk and compliance analyst

Main sectors of postgraduate activity

Corporate & Investment Banking

Private banking and wealth management

Risk, Compliance and Governance Areas

Finance, credit, operations and financial products functions

ENTREPRENEURIAL ACTIVITIES

The course provides skills to launch autonomous consulting initiatives or fintech projects, developing management and innovation skills applicable to real-world contexts.

Main postgraduate roles

Consulting or fintech entrepreneur

Independent consultant

Project manager for start-ups and innovative initiatives

Main sectors of postgraduate activity

Entrepreneurial activities in the fintech sector

Independent specialist advice

Career opportunities of the Faculty: percentage of employed

3 years later

Source: The percentages relating to employment opportunities refer to graduates in 2024 (if 1 year after graduation), 2022 (if 3 years after graduation) and 2020 (if 5 years old)

Our Alumni

After graduating, graduates of the graduate degree programme in Banking e consulting quickly find employment in national and multinational companies in the banking, financial and strategic consulting sectors.
Thanks to real business cases, internships and consolidated partnerships, they develop technical, analytical and problem-solving skills that make them immediately recognizable and expendable on the job market, even in international contexts.

Among the companies in which the graduates of the course find employment are, by way of example, Intesa Sanpaolo , Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking, Deloitte, UniCredit, Accenture and Fideuram.

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Source: LinkedIn Alumni Report – January 2026

Continuing your studies

The course is designed to ensure rapid entry into the world of work, while offering a solid foundation for those wishing to continue with specialized paths.

Graduates can access first- and second-level university master's degrees in the following areas:

FINANCE

Banking and risk management

Data analytics

Consulting and business transformation

Some students also continue with doctoral programmes in the economic-business, financial or quantitative fields, especially after gaining research experience during the internship, thus acquiring advanced skills useful for academic or applied research activities.

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