€ 30.000

Payment plan:

• €3,000 upon registration
• €9,000 by 30/11/2026
• €9,000 by 30/04/2027
• €9,000 by 30/11/2027

• 10% Early Bird discount for registrations by 15/11/2025
• Discounts available for LIUC core faculty and employees

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Article 1 – Scope of Application

Carlo Cattaneo University – LIUC (hereinafter referred to as LIUC), through LIUC Business School, promotes, also in cooperation with other Italian or foreign universities, public or private entities, first- and second-level University Master’s Programs and Advanced Training Courses (hereinafter jointly referred to as “Programs”).

The Master’s Programs and Advanced Training Courses are established pursuant to Article 24 of the Statute, Article 28 of the General University Regulations, and Articles 17 and 18 of the University Academic Regulations, and are organized in compliance with the University Regulations for LIUC Business School and the provisions of the present Regulations.

Article 2 – Definition and Structure

First- and second-level University Master’s Programs aim to prepare graduates for the labor market by providing them with skills useful for professional integration and/or by offering advanced tools for those already employed who require updating and further specialization, awarding an academic qualification upon completion.

Master’s Programs typically last one academic year and require the attainment of at least 60 ECTS credits (hereinafter CFU) in accordance with current regulations. They include classroom teaching, seminars, and other activities (not fewer than 240 hours), either in person and/or online, along with an internship and/or the development of a project work.

Advanced Training Courses are designed to develop and strengthen advanced skills and competences for the enhancement of professional expertise.

Unlike Master’s Programs, Advanced Training Courses do not award an academic degree but rather a certificate of attendance. They are organized and managed in a manner similar to Master’s Programs but are not subject to the requirement of a minimum number of CFU, nor are they bound by specific duration or classroom hours.

The minimum and maximum number of participants is defined in the official Call for Applications (hereinafter “Call”), approved for each Program, taking into account the general rules established by LIUC Business School, the quality requirements of classroom teaching, and the financial sustainability of the Program.

Teaching activities may be complemented by courses, lectures, and seminars on specialized topics delivered by experts in the relevant fields.

The Program may be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis.

The awarding of CFU corresponding to the various activities is subject, in addition to meeting attendance and administrative requirements, to the successful completion of all scheduled assessments.

Article 3 – Admission Requirements

For admission to first-level Master’s Programs and Advanced Training Courses, candidates must hold one of the following qualifications:

• a degree as defined by Ministerial Decree no. 270/04, or an equivalent qualification under previous regulations;
• another qualification obtained abroad and recognized as suitable.

For admission to second-level Master’s Programs, candidates must hold one of the following qualifications:

• a Master’s degree as defined by Ministerial Decree no. 270/04, or an equivalent qualification under previous regulations;
• a university degree as defined by Law no. 341/90;
• another qualification obtained abroad and recognized as suitable.

The recognition of foreign qualifications for admission purposes is decided by a Committee composed of the Rector, the Dean of LIUC Business School, and the Director of the Teaching Division, in compliance with international agreements and applicable regulations.

Candidates must apply for admission by completing the online application form available on the Program’s website, paying the application fee, and submitting all required documents specified in the Call. Applications will be assessed by a dedicated Selection Committee appointed by the Dean of LIUC Business School, based on one or more of the following criteria: evaluation of curriculum vitae, professional experience, motivation letter, aptitude and/or motivational interview, language proficiency assessment (if required), and admission test.

At the conclusion of the selection process, the list of admitted candidates will be published online.

Enrollment is finalized upon completion of the online enrollment form and submission of the required documentation, including proof of payment as specified in the Call.

Students who are about to graduate (Bachelor’s or Master’s level, depending on the required qualification for the Program) may apply for provisional admission after passing the selection process, by submitting a formal request to the Program Director.

Enrollment will only be confirmed after the degree has been awarded, provided that it is obtained in the academic year preceding that of the Program.

If the degree is not awarded in the preceding academic year, and it constitutes an essential requirement for admission, enrollment will be annulled and any tuition fees already paid will be refunded. Alternatively, upon request to the Program Director, the candidate may be allowed to continue as an auditor.

In accordance with the above, the specific admission requirements and competences consistent with the objectives of each Program are defined in the respective Calls.

Should a candidate be found not to meet the requirements set forth in the Call after admission, their enrollment will be invalidated.

Article 4 – Fees and Contributions

The tuition fees for each Program and the payment methods are specified in the Call.

Candidates must declare, in the enrollment form, their acknowledgment and acceptance of Article 27 of the Student Regulations, approved by Royal Decree no. 1269/38, which is hereby expressly applied to the Program. They must also acknowledge and accept that under no circumstances are fees, additional charges, or contributions refundable.

Article 5 – Examinations and Assessments

5.1 University Master’s Programs

In order to be awarded the Master’s Diploma, students must successfully pass the examinations of each individual course and meet the required attendance rate, equal to at least 70% of the total classroom hours of the Program or of each individual module (comprising courses with homogeneous content), as well as fulfill all other activities provided for in the Study Plan.

In addition, students must pass a final examination consisting of the defense of a written dissertation on one or more topics developed during the Program and/or explored during the internship.

The examination committees for course assessments are appointed by the Program Director.

Examinations are scheduled in advance; a supplementary examination session must be provided for possible resits. Examination grades are expressed on a 30-point scale.

The final examination committee is composed of five faculty members of the Program.

The final grade takes into account the results obtained during the Program, in particular the weighted average of examination grades expressed on a 110-point scale, to which up to 8 additional points may be added for other activities (internship, project work, dissertation, etc.) and for the overall evaluation of the student’s performance.

All dissertations are subject to plagiarism detection software. If plagiarism is detected, the candidate will not be admitted to the defense. This is without prejudice to the provisions of Royal Decree no. 1071 of 20 June 1935 (Amendments and updates to the Consolidated Law on Higher Education) and Law no. 475 of 19 April 1925 (Sanctions against misrepresentation of authorship of academic work).

One ordinary dissertation session and, in case of serious and justified reasons, one supplementary session are scheduled. At least 20 working days must elapse between the first and second session. For Master’s Programs with more than 50 enrolled students, two ordinary dissertation sessions and an extraordinary session may be scheduled.

Upon successful completion of the final examination, students are awarded the first- or second-level University Master’s Diploma.

If, for justified objective reasons, a student is unable to complete the final examination within the scheduled sessions, they may request to defend in the dissertation session of the next edition by submitting a formal application with revenue stamp to the Program Director and paying the applicable administrative fees. Should the University not activate a new edition, the student will be issued a certificate of attendance, but the legal academic qualification cannot be conferred.

5.2 Advanced Training Courses

In order to be awarded the final certificate, students must pass the examinations of each course and meet the required attendance rate, equal to at least 70% of classroom hours or of each individual module (comprising courses with homogeneous content), as well as fulfill all other activities provided for in the Study Plan.

The examination committees are appointed by the Program Director.

Examinations are scheduled in advance; a supplementary examination session must be provided for possible resits. Examination grades are expressed on a 30-point scale.

Upon completion of the Program, students are awarded a certificate of attendance indicating the CFU obtained.

The Call may require a final examination consisting of the defense of a written dissertation on one or more topics developed during the Program and/or explored during the internship.

The final examination committee, where applicable, is composed of five faculty members of the Program.

All dissertations must be subject to plagiarism detection software. If plagiarism is detected, the candidate will not be admitted to the defense. This is without prejudice to the provisions of Royal Decree no. 1071 of 20 June 1935 and Law no. 475 of 19 April 1925.

One ordinary dissertation session and, in case of serious and justified reasons, one supplementary session are scheduled. At least 20 working days must elapse between the first and second session.

Article 6 – Request for Suspension and Enrollment in a Subsequent Edition

A student enrolled in a Program who has not yet completed all examinations may submit to the Program Director a request for suspension for justified objective reasons, which entails the closure of the student’s academic record, subject to full payment of the tuition fee as specified in the Call. The student may subsequently, if another edition of the Program is activated, complete the Program only in the immediately following edition by re-enrolling and submitting to the Program Director a second enrollment application. Credits already earned, if consistent with the Study Plan, as well as payments already made, will be recognized. The student must, however, pay the current administrative fee, the applicable stamp duty, and any additional balance required to cover the costs of the new edition.

If the suspension was not requested for justified objective reasons, the student must pay any outstanding tuition fees for the edition in which they were originally enrolled. Should the student then decide to re-enroll in a subsequent edition, they must pay the full tuition fee for the new edition; compatible credits already earned will be recognized upon payment of the applicable administrative fee. Applications validated by the Program Director will be submitted to the Dean of LIUC Business School for approval. If no subsequent edition is activated, the student will not be able to complete the Program.

Article 7 – Withdrawal of the Participant

A student who withdraws from the Program must submit a written request, signed by the Program Director, and is required to pay the full tuition fee.

Article 8 – Auditors

Individual Calls may allow the admission of auditors to the entire Program. The number of auditors may not exceed 20% of the officially enrolled students. Enrollment as an auditor may be granted, within the specified limits, only to individuals who do not hold the admission qualifications required for the Program. Under no circumstances may auditor status be converted into official enrollment.

Auditors who attend at least 70% of the scheduled activities, excluding internships, may receive a certificate of attendance. However, auditors are not eligible for the awarding of ECTS credits.

Article 9 – Ethical Rules

Students enrolled in University Programs are full members of the University student body, with the same rights and obligations as those enrolled in degree programs. Violations of the University’s Code of Ethics and Conduct, adopted by the University and published on its website, are subject to disciplinary proceedings.

Article 10 – Procedure for the Activation or Renewal of Programs

A proposal for the activation of a Program may originate from a faculty member, whether permanent or adjunct, or from an external client.

The proposal must follow the template provided by the competent offices and must normally specify:

1. the name of the Program and the designation “First-level Master’s Program,” “Second-level Master’s Program,” or “Advanced Training Course”;
2. the language of instruction and any required language proficiency;
3. admission requirements in terms of academic qualifications (in compliance with legal minimum requirements) and additional requirements concerning competences and professional experience;
4. the expected professional profile and learning outcomes;
5. the proposed Program Director;
6. the composition of the Scientific Committee, if established, consisting of no fewer than three members;
7. the maximum number of students and the minimum number required to activate the Program;
8. possible admission of auditors;
9. Program duration and whether it is full-time or part-time;
10. tuition fees and any installment plans;
11. the financial plan (budget);
12. the location of the Program, its mode of delivery (in-person, online, or blended), and any partnerships with other universities, including their didactic, organizational, and financial contributions;
13. the Study Plan (classroom activities and specific components such as project work, dissertation, internship, etc.);
14. detailed syllabi of each course, including assigned instructors;
15. any external entities or institutions collaborating in the Program.

The Dean of LIUC Business School evaluates proposals for activation and submits a report to the Academic Council.

The activation or renewal of a Master’s Program or an Advanced Training Course must be approved by the Board of Directors upon proposal by the Academic Council.

Pursuant to Articles 17 and 18, paragraph 2, of the University Academic Regulations, the definitive didactic structure of the Master’s Program or Advanced Training Course is approved by Rector’s Decree upon proposal of the Leadership Team of LIUC Business School, which must take into account the indications of the Board of Directors. Such structure must specify at least: the number of students to be admitted, the admission requirements and procedures, the learning objectives, the number of credits required to obtain the qualification, and the recognition methods.

The University reserves the right not to activate the Program if the minimum number of students is not reached, providing timely notification to applicants no later than the 10th day prior to the scheduled start date. In such cases, any amounts already paid will be refunded, excluding any other costs, direct or indirect, incurred by the applicant.

Article 11 – Program Governance

Each Program is directed by a faculty member appointed by the Rector upon proposal by the Dean of LIUC Business School.

The Program Director operates in compliance with the Statute, the Academic Regulations, the University Regulations for LIUC Business School, and the Code of Ethics.

The Program Director:

• proposes the faculty of the Program to the Dean of LIUC Business School;
• may appoint a Coordinator responsible for organizational aspects;
• ensures the overall management of the Program and the implementation of all planned didactic activities;
• assigns dissertations;
• signs diplomas jointly with the Rector and the General Director.

A Scientific Committee may be established, which, together with the Program Director, provides guidance on the contents necessary for effective student training. The Scientific Committee is composed of university faculty and/or qualified professionals from relevant sectors and remains in office for the entire duration of the Program.

The provisions of Articles 6, 9, and 11 of the University Regulations for LIUC Business School also apply.

Article 12 – Call for Applications

The Call, issued by Rector’s Decree, must include: the name of the Program, any partnerships, the objectives and language of instruction, the admission procedures, the access requirements and any qualifications subject to evaluation, the required documentation, the deadlines and procedures for the selection process, the minimum and maximum number of participants, the location, the duration, attendance rules, the Study Plan, the teaching calendar, tuition fees, and any financial benefits.

If scholarships covering all or part of the tuition fee are available, a specific Call will be issued for their allocation.

Article 13 – Financial Plan

The budget is prepared by the Program Director using the designated template. The budget must indicate the sources of funding (student tuition fees, contributions from companies or institutions) and the projected costs. It must include all variable costs specific to the Program and provide for a contribution to the University’s general costs and operations. The budget must be approved by the Dean of LIUC Business School. Within the limits of the approved budget, the Program Director is authorized to request the issuance of internal orders through the Master’s Office.

Article 14 – Program Evaluation

The quality of the Program, the educational activities, and the teaching staff are subject to periodic evaluation through student questionnaires.

Article 15 – Rector’s Decree Enacting the Regulations

Pursuant to Article 9 of the University Statute, these Regulations are enacted by Rector’s Decree and enter into force on the fifteenth day following their publication in the University register; they are also published on the University’s website.