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Graduate Programmes

Direzione e consulenza aziendale - Milano

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Duration:
2 years
Campus:
Milan
Language:
Italian
Degree class:
LM-77 R (Management)
Credits:
120 ECTS
Admission:
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/ Overview

The graduate degree programme in Direzione e consulenza aziendale (Business Administration and Consulting) at Università Cattolica, Campus of Milan, stands out for offering a flexible and accessible training experience also to workers, thanks to the use of the blended model, designed precisely to reconcile advanced training and professional activity.  

Face-to-face lessons take place on weekends, while online activities are delivered through advanced digital platforms, ensuring maximum flexibility and participation for all students.

The focus on lifelong learning and work-life balance is combined with a concrete and applied approach, oriented towards the real management of companies and decision-making processes. The programme is designed to enhance students' work experience and meet the needs of increasingly articulated organisational contexts, in which managerial, consulting and relational skills must be effectively integrated.

The training offer is divided into three distinct paths — Relational profile, Managerial profile and Professional profile (under agreement) — in order to orient one's path towards business management, business consulting or the management of organizational dynamics and human resources, building a profile consistent with one's professional objectives.

Why choose Direzione e consulenza aziendale at Università Cattolica?

The programme offers a flexible and customisable path, designed to reconcile advanced training and professional experience. Students develop concrete skills and build meaningful relationships with the world of work.

Blended formula

Combines face-to-face weekend classes and online activities, ideal for student-workers

Professional integration

Immediate application of the knowledge acquired in work contexts

Executive approach

Teaching centered on real cases and business decision-making processes

Customizable profiles

Three specialized curricula to tailor the path to individual goals

Market expertise

Capacity building in consulting, management control and business strategy

Catholic Network

Access to qualified professors, alumni and consolidated relationships with companies and organizations

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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

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Profiles and study paths

The graduate degree programme in Direzione e consulenza aziendale offers three distinct profiles, each designed to develop targeted skills and build a path consistent with one's professional goals.

Each profile combines specific teachings and soft skills, preparing students for a variety of career opportunities, from business management to consulting, up to organizational and HR roles.

Relational Profile

Centered on the development of interpersonal and organizational skills:

  • Leadership and team management: management and coordination of work groups
  • Relationship management: effective communication and negotiation in complex contexts
  • Organization and business processes: analysis and optimization of internal structures

Managerial Profile

Designed for those aiming for leadership and strategic management roles in the company:

  • Strategy and governance: definition and implementation of strategic plans
  • Management control: tools to monitor and optimize business performance
  • Corporate Finance: Financial Resource Management and Investment Analysis
  • Operations: process improvement and management of operational activities

Professional Profile (under agreement)

Ideal for those who want to support businesses as a consultant or accounting professional:

  • Business analysis and consulting: methodologies to facilitate managerial decisions
  • Accounting and administrative activities: management and control of economic and financial processes
  • Practical workshops: concrete experiences in collaboration with partner institutions and companies
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Teaching approach

The graduate degree programme in Direzione e consulenza aziendale favours a practical approach: students directly experience the knowledge acquired, developing skills that can be immediately transferred to the work environment and consolidating meaningful professional relationships.  
 
The programme provides for a 50% balance between face-to-face teaching and distance learning, depending on the training objectives.

Classroom lectures alternate theoretical content with moments of discussion, exercises and problem-solving activities, integrating the work done online. 
Remote activities include video lessons, individual and group work, self-assessments and moments of continuous tutoring.

Teaching and integration

  • Flexible blended: combines face-to-face and online lessons, compatible with work commitments

  • Integrated theory and practice: Use business cases, project work, and simulations to apply knowledge

  • Active networking: encourages continuous dialogue with expert teachers and student-professionals 

  • Video lessons and supplementary materials: allows consultation of content not always covered in the classroom

  • Shared database: provides structured content and teaching materials

  • Exercises and case studies: develop individual and group activities on real cases

  • Self-assessment: allows you to continuously verify learning on the topics covered 

  • Coaching and tutoring: offers constant support through discussion with tutors

The e-blended model also facilitates participation for working students and is accompanied by support tools such as scholarships, financial benefits, career development and placement services and professional agreements.

Professional opportunities and research

  • Professional agreements: collaboration with companies and institutions, especially in the Professional profile

  • Advanced e-learning: access to digital platforms for flexible learning

  • Integration with research: activities linked to the University's centres and laboratories for innovation and technology

  • Professional development: paths designed for those who are already in the world of work, with a focus on personal and managerial growth

/ 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 Direzione e consulenza aziendale, the curricular requirements must be met and the procedures and deadlines set out in the programme admission procedures must be respected. 

Here are the main steps to follow:

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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, with admission procedures and deadlines, will be available shortly.

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Prepare the required documentation

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

  • 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 
  • Residence permit - 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
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Register or access the Enrolment Portal

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

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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 degree in which you have obtained or obtained, all the courses in your study plan, with an indication of the scientific disciplinary sector, the ECTS and grades and dates for the courses passed.

The result of the curricular verification indicates whether the candidate meets the requirements to enter the course and provides information on the next steps of the procedure.   

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Reserve your place

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

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Complete pre-enrolment or enrolment

If you have already obtained your undergraduate degree, you can enrol, but if you are an undergraduate, you will have to pre-enrol and you will only be able to complete the enrolment procedure after you have obtained your undergraduate degree. You will be asked to self-certify your degree with the exams taken and the baptismal certificate. If you do not have one, 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.

Useful information

Some useful information to enrol and take your first steps at the University with peace of mind.

Candidates with disabilities or SLD

Students with disabilities or SLD can benefit from compensatory tools and dispensatory measures. All information can be found in the Services for Inclusion section of the university.
 

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Transfers, transfers, second degrees and career resumption

Candidates wishing to transfer to a programme within Università Cattolica, transfer from another university, enrol in a second degree or resume their university career must meet the Admission Requirements.
 

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/ Fees and funding

Tuition fees and financial support

Tuition fees and scholarships

Starting university often involves questions about fees, deadlines and the support available. Clear information about financial support and accommodation options helps students plan their studies with confidence, allowing them to focus on their academic progress and personal development.

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, through EDUCatt, offers income- and merit-based scholarships and graduation awards, providing financial support to help students continue their studies.

Visit the dedicated section for information on tuition fees and other costs, use the online fee simulator, and find out about available financial support.

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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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/ International experiences

Study, internships 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.

Discover the opportunities to study, undertake an internship or volunteer abroad:

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Internships abroad

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International volunteering

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Short programmes

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Virtual programmes

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 and career opportunities

The programme offers several internship and apprenticeship opportunities, allowing students to apply the skills acquired in real-world work contexts.

Internships and professional training

In the graduate degree in Direzione e consulenza aziendale, second-year students of the Professional profile can carry out a six-month internship of 300 hours in affiliated professional firms.  
 
The agreement between the Università Cattolica of Milan and the Order of Chartered Accountants and Accounting Experts of Milan makes it possible to reduce the internship period to be completed after graduation for the state examination to 12 months.  
A total of 12 ECTS are awarded to the internship and the related final exam, consisting of a paper on the topics developed during the experience.

In the Managerial and Relational profiles, students can access optional internships or professionalizing projects, also in collaboration with partner companies, to integrate theoretical training with concrete experiences, without the constraint of mandatory ECTS.

The internship is planned with the university tutor and approved by the competent offices, with constant support from the company tutor.  
The experience allows you to apply knowledge, develop professional skills and strengthen the link between education and the world of work.  
Any refunds are at the discretion of the host institution, while Università Cattolica guarantees insurance coverage against accidents and civil liability.

The Career Service accompanies students and graduates in their entry into the world of work, offering orientation tools for business and organisational 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

The graduate degree programme in Business Administration and Consulting trains professionals capable of effectively tackling managerial and consulting challenges, integrating technical, analytical and relational skills.

Business data analysis

Ability to interpret economic and operational information to support decisions

Strategic Planning and Management Control

Tools to guide business choices and monitor performance

Auditing and Business Consulting

Skills in budgeting, accounting control and support for economic-financial decisions

Project and Process Management

Ability to coordinate complex activities and optimize organizational flows

Economic and legal skills

Application of regulatory and financial instruments in business contexts

Problem solving and decision making

Analytical and results-oriented approach in complex situations

The programme integrates transversal and specific skills for each profile, preparing graduates ready to enter different professional contexts with an operational and strategic approach.

Career prospects

The graduate degree programme in Learning outcomes prepares graduates able to take on roles of responsibility and support strategic decisions in different organisational contexts, developing transversal skills applicable to multiple business and professional functions.

Managerial roles in marketing, sales and organization

Manages innovation, marketing and communication projects, applying business, economic, statistical and legal skills

Control and review roles

Coordinates management control, auditing and business planning activities, using analytical and regulatory tools to monitor performance

Entrepreneurial and consulting activities

Develops business plans, manages financial needs and investor relations, contributing to the start-up and growth of new businesses

Professional advice and chartered accountant

He provides economic and financial advice, prepares financial statements, carries out complex valuations and operates in the tax, commercial and bankruptcy fields

Graduates find employment in industrial and service companies, management consulting firms, professional firms (accountants and auditors), public administration, non-profit organizations and financial and credit institutions.

They can hold operational, managerial or consulting roles, such as controller/analyst, business consultant, function manager (finance, operations, strategy), auditor or financial statement expert, assuming a large degree of autonomy and responsibility in the management and control of the company.

Career opportunities of the Faculty: percentage of employed

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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 find employment in national and multinational companies, management consulting firms, professional firms and financial institutions. 

They can work in strategic areas such as marketing, management control, finance, operations, consulting and management of complex projects.   

Among the most frequent companies: EY, Deloitte, PwC Italy, JAKALA.

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Continuing your studies

Graduates in Direzione e consulenza aziendale can deepen their skills through specialization courses and advanced training.

  • Specialising Masters: in-depth studies in management, finance and business consulting
  • Professional qualification pathways: preparation for the economic-accounting professions
  • PhDs: advanced studies in economics and business
  • Executive programme: managerial development and leadership in complex contexts

The programme integrates naturally with paths dedicated to innovation, strategic consulting and corporate governance, offering advanced tools for professional and academic careers.

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