Andrea Polo is an Associate Professor of Finance at Luiss University and a Research Affiliate at the Einaudi Institute of Economics and Finance. He was an Associate Professor of Finance at Universitat Pompeu Fabra. He is affiliated with the CEPR and the ECGI and serves as an Associate Editor for the Economic Journal.
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Megha Patnaik
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Luiss mi aiuta a portare la passione per le tecniche avanguardistiche di data science alla comunità studentesca in un ambiente intuitivo e interattivo con applicazioni nel mondo reale.
Luiss facilitates me to bring my love of cutting-edge data science techniques to the student community in an intuitive and interactive environment with real-world applications.
A qualified and comprehensive education covering a broad spectrum of key areas in finance and economics, this programme is designed to provide a solid theoretical and analytical background in order to enable students to understand global markets and contemporary economies.
The curriculum explores the main areas of finance, economic theories and macroeconomic / microeconomic policies and addresses the study of quantitative methodologies. It also provides a critical and informed view of global economic dynamics, which is essential for navigating complex environments, and formulating growth strategies.
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Major: Finance
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I year – 2025/2026
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Financial Economics
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8
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Mathematical Methods for Economics
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8
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Blockchain Technology and Fintech
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4
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Probability
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6
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Financial Markets Regulation
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6
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Econometric Theory
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8
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Asset Management
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8
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Advanced Corporate Finance
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8
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Ethical Standards and Practices in Finance
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2
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II year a.a. 2026/2027
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Sustainable Finance
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6
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International Finance
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6
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Machine Learning
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6
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1 Key Course*
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6
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2 Elective Courses
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6
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4
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4
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Final Test
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16
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120
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Equity Markets & Alternative Investments
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6
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Derivatives
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6
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Fixed Income Securities
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6
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Major: Applied Economics
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English
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Central banking
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4
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Mathematical Methods for Economics
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8
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Games and Networks
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8
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Microeconomic Analysis
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8
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Market Law & Regulation
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6
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Econometric Theory
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8
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Macroeconomic Analysis
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8
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Advanced Corporate Finance
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8
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II year a.a. 2026/2027
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Machine Learning
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6
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Advanced Public Economic
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6
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Advanced Financial Economic
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6
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1 Key Course
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6
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1 Elective Course
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6
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Learning Innovation Activities
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2
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4
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4
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Final Test
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16
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120
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Experimental and Behavioural Economics
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6
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International Finance
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6
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International Trade and Commercial Policies
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6
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Major: Banche e intermediari finanziari
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Italiano
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Metodi matematici per la finanza
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8
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Probabilità e applicazioni alla finanza
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6
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Finanza aziendale avanzato
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6
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Teoria e gestione del portafoglio
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6
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Economia dell’Incertezza e dell’Informazione
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8
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Teoria e politica monetaria
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8
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Economia dei mercati finanziari
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6
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Econometria per la Finanza
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10
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Ethical standards and practices in finance
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2
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II anno – 2026/2027
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Fintech e Cryptovalute
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4
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Finanza sostenibile
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6
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Diritto dei mercati e degli intermediari finanziari (corso progredito)
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6
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Economia e gestione degli intermediari finanziari (corso progredito)
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6
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2 insegnamenti a scelta
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12
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Altre attività formative
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4
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4
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Prova Finale
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16
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120
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Major: RoME
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English
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Mathematical Methods for Economics
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8
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Economic Workshop
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4
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Mathematical Statistics
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8
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Microeconomic Analysis
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8
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Market Law & Regulation
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8
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Econometric Theory
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10
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Macroeconomic Analysis
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8
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Advanced Corporate Finance
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8
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II year – 2026/2027
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Asset Pricing
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8
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Advanced Public Economics
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8
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1 Core Course
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6
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3 Elective Courses
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12
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Internship or Project work
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8
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Final Thesis
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16
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120
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Applied Microeconomics
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6
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Advanced Macroeconomics
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6
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Synergies between research and learning.
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You will learn how to analyze and interpret data.
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Interdisciplinarity and Large learning
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You will learn to integrate ideas and information across multiple settings and contexts.
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Ed-Tech
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You will use innovative technologies designed for higher education teaching and learning.
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You will engage with alumni or external partners through multiple activities such as guest lectures.
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Eugenio Parigi
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Studying in the Department of Economics and Finance means taking the first step to develop the competence through which as a student you become a professional.
This Master was incredibly enriching, allowing me to both construct beautiful relationships, and to acquire the analytical skills required to successfully pursue my career in Economics.
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Michele Carraturo
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An intense path, full of new friendships, positive experiences and growth. A perfect starting point to start a career in the financial sector
Graduates in these Master degree courses will be able to perform functions of high responsibility in the economic and financial system, in investment, commercial and central banks, in asset management companies, in financial institutions, international organizations and supervisory authorities, in the finance area, and the management of multinational companies. Graduates in Economics and Finance can also play the role of freelance in the economic-financial area at the highest levels of competence. For the purposes indicated, are provided training internships at national and international financial institutions, consulting firms, public bodies, and regulatory and supervisory authorities. Graduates will be able to carry out professional activities mainly involved in economic analysis functions and regulatory aspects, as specialists in financial systems.
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If you’ve made the choice to start or further your academic career at Luiss, you can find an overview of the application procedure here.
Want to know more? We’re happy to answer any questions you might still have.
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Agevolazioni economiche
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Luiss supporta economicamente gli studenti attraverso l'assegnazione di borse di studio ed esenzioni dal pagamento del contributo annuale
The Luiss Student Exchange Office promotes student exchanges within the Erasmus Program, as well as through bilateral exchange agreements with non-European universities.
