Class: LM-77 (Master's degree in Business Studies)
Student Representative: Roberta Di Sabatino
r.disabatino@studenti.unint.eu
Tutoring:
Mary Donnarumma
maria.donnarumma@unint.eu
The International Relations, Global Management - International Relations, Global Management and Economic Diplomacy Curriculum (LM-77) aims to train professionals with a broad and qualified managerial expertise in the field of international relations and, in particular, in the management of international organisations, national and supranational governmental institutions, NGOs operating in the world of cooperation and economic development and multinational companiesi.
The design and structure of the Curriculum have been defined on the basis of an analysis of the employment opportunities arising from the growing importance assumed by supranational governmental bodies (e.g. European Commission and Parliament), the UN system (e.g. FAO, UNESCO) and the International Financial Institutions (e.g. IMF, Regional Development Banks) in economic and development policies at national and global level and from the increasingly important role of economic diplomacy as an instrument for the protection and promotion of national interests on a global scale.
The curriculum, with innovative features and with courses delivered in English, optimides the balance between the acquisition of managerial skills and knowledge of the economic and political dimensions of international relations. Lectures are complemented by laboratories , seminars and in-depth initiatives, such as the School of Economics, International Relations and Diplomacy (SERID). Students will also acquire solid language training thanks to the presence of five laboratories on languages for business (Chinese, French, English, Russian and Spanish).
Given the characteristics of the Degree course, the courses are held by lecturers, diplomats and officials from some of the main international and national institutions operating globally, such as the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, NATO, the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
The curriculum offers the opportunity to achieve a Double Degree spending a period of study in Sofia at the University of National and World Economy (UNWE).
Thanks to UNINT's innovative teaching formula, students can attend both in-presence and live-stream lectures through the UNINT Everywhere platform.
Admission to the Degree course is free, with a non-selective interview to verify the initial requirements. In consideration of the characteristics of the courses and the type of professional profile for which students are trained, the Curriculum is mainly aimed at students who have obtained a Bachelor's degree in the fields of political science, languages or economics.
Professional profile and career opportunities
The International Relations, Global Management and Economic Diplomacy Curriculu, trains professionals with qualified expertise in the field of international relations, with particular emphasis on economic and managerial aspects.
Graduate will be able to work in managerial roles or as external consultants to international governmental and non-governmental organisations, nonprofit organisations, public administrations and institutions operating in the field of diplomacy and in all public and private bodies that place the convergence of economic, social and political interests of international importance at the centre of their activities. They can also be placed within multinational companies operating in the public sector. Finally, the curriculum provides the basic training to prepare for the competition for admission to the diplomatic career.
The main skills related to the professional profile for which students are trained are:
- analyse the economic, political and legal dynamics of international organisations and businesses, understanding their impact on a global scale;
- design and implement sustainable economic development policies and international cooperation programmes;
- understand the evolutionary trends of international trade and the implications of inter-state relations;
- apply project management techniques and perform coordination functions for complex projects at European and international level;
- implement accounting and management tools for monitoring the performance of public bodies and international organisations;
- operate in leadership roles within international teams and work teams, with particular attention to the strategic management of human resources;
- negotiate in complex situations and with interlocutors from different cultures;
- promote dialogue in global contexts, with particular attention to diplomatic, economic and relational aspects.
Accreditation and Membership
UNINT is a partner of leading international academic associations that promote the adoption of quality standards of excellence in educational and scientific activities.
Due to its recognised quality requirements in language training, the Department of International Humanities and Social Sciences is among the four Italian members of CIUTI (Conférence Internationale Permanente d'Instituts Universitaires de Traducteurs et Interprètes) and its Master's degree course in Interpreting and Translation (LM-94) is part of the EMT network EMT (European Master's in Translation) promoted by the European Commission. Moreover, UNINT is a member of AACSB – Business Education Alliance and has started the accreditation procedure for its degree courses in the area of economics and business.
Finally, in the field of quality assurance-related activities, since 2021 UNINT has been certified in accordance with UNI EN ISO 9001: 2015 for "Teaching, training, research and third mission activities", attesting to the correct definition and execution of the processes implemented within the University.
*Source: XXVI Survey (2024) AlmaLaurea – Employment status of graduates interviewed 1 year after graduation
Courses
The training pathway of the Degree course in Economics and International Management - International Relations, Global Management and Economic Diplomacy Curriculum - delivered entirely in English - is structured in such a way as to provide solid knowledge and tools of the following topics over the two years of study:
- the foundations of global governanceand the role of economic and intercultural diplomacyin the global scenario;
- the organisational structure, role and mission of the main international organisations;
- the principles of public managementand the techniques for managing and analysing the performanceof public companies and international organisations;
- the techniques of foreign market analysis and the regulations governing international trade;
- the fundamentals of development and cooperation economicsand the role of economic policies for sustainability;
- the techniques of project managementin international cooperation and the main sources of European funding;
- negotiation techniques, leadership styles and human resources managementin public organisations and international contexts.
Digital skills and laboratories
The professional profile of the curriculum is enhanced by the presence of in-depth thematic laboratories focused on the main skills related to the exit profiles of the Degree course: the Laboratory of international markets analysis (in English), the Laboratory of negotiation and conflict resolution and the Laboratory on Europlanning.
Students also have the opportunity to acquire additional credits by participating free of charge in the School of Economics, International Relations and Diplomacy (SERID) organised by the University.
Language training and certifications
Graduates of the Degree course will develop solid intercultural communication skills thanks to the presence of numerous courses delivered in English.
The curriculum also includes:
- 6 ECTS dedicated to business English, with the possibility to choose between a basic course and an advanced course in English for diplomacy;
- mandatory attendance of a Laboratory on Language for business with the possibility to choose among the following languages: Chinese, French, English, Russian and Spanish.
To find out the entry and exit levels of each language course in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), visit the following link.
The University Language Centre grants new students enrolled for the academic year 2025/2026 (Bachelor’s or Master's degree courses in any of the degree courses offered by the University) the possibility of taking, at no extra cost, an international certification examination choosing among the certifications offered in agreement with the University: CAMBRIDGE, CAPLE, DELE, DELF/DALF, TOEFL iBT and TORFL.
Curriculum
academic year 2025/2026
This page contains information about programmes for students who intend to start their academic career in autumn 2025. The information is up to date at the date of publication, although some changes may be necessary.
You can consult the complete teaching programmes for the last two academic semesters. Potential variations in the programmes are determined by the University's attention to the developments in the subjects studied and the dynamic needs of the world of work.
ECTS
1st year
ECTS
International Relations, Global Governance and Diplomacy (taught in English)
International Relations studies are the focus of this course, it aims to provide students with the theoretical foundations to understand the international political scenario and the strategies implemented by the main national and international actors. Particular attention is paid to the historical evolution of international relations, the role of diplomacy and the understanding of current global geopolitical dynamics.
8
Economics of Global Trade (taught in English)
The course aims to provide advanced theoretical and analytical tools to assess the political and social dynamics underlying international economic relations. Particular attention will be paid to theories of international trade, the management of economic relations and the analysis of globalisation effects.
9
Economics and Politics of International Organizations (taught in English)
The course analyses the structure and role of international organisations in the global economy and politics, focusing on the different types of IOs and their main institutional and operational features. Particular attention is paid to NATO, the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Financial Institutions (IFIs).
8
European and International Trade Law (taught in English)
The course aims to introduce students to the regulatory system of international trade, with a focus on aspects regulated by international treaties and conventions. Students will develop skills relating to the management of regulatory constraints, cross-border operations, and the drafting and understanding of international contracts.
8
Global Public Management (taught in English)
The course aims to deepen students' understanding of the principles and modern practices of the management of public organisations of international significance, and leads them to an understanding of the main international models of public management and their strategic, operational and institutional profiles.
8
Development Economics, Sustainability and Cooperation (taught in English)
The course provides students with the theoretical and analytical tools to understand the foundations and dynamics of global economic development, focusing on the main political and social determinants. Particular attention is paid to the governance of sustainable development and the role of international cooperation programmes and policies.
8
English for International Affairs (basic course) or
English for Diplomacy (advanced course)
English for Diplomacy (advanced course)
English for international affairs (basic course)
The course aims to provide intermediate-level language skills specific to the business world, to strengthen oral expression skills in corporate contexts, and the writing and understanding of business documents in English.
English for Diplomacy (advanced course)
The course provides advanced skills in written and oral expression in English in the context of international relations and diplomacy, enabling students to acquire a solid knowledge of jargon and relevant terminology.
6
2nd year
Public Accounting and Performance Management (taught in English)
The course focuses on the principles and techniques of public accounting and provides students with practical skills for understanding and preparing financial reporting, budgeting and performance monitoring documents of public organisations.
8
Quantitative Methods for Business Research (taught in English)
The course guides students in the acquisition of data analysis methods, focusing in particular on the most suitable techniques to support business decisions and processes with quantitative tools.
8
International Law and Cooperation (taught in English)
The course delves into the principles and institutions of international law, enabling students to frame international cooperation policies and, more generally, relations between actors in the global community in a legal context.
8
Global leadership (taught in English)
The course explores the fundamentals of leadership and the evolution of theories and practices of leading organisations and work teams, with specific reference to the intercultural perspective.
6
Student's free-choice courses
Recommended:
Intercultural Diplomacy and Soft Power (taught in English)
Contemporary history of diplomacy
Public communication and digital diplomacy
Recommended:
Intercultural Diplomacy and Soft Power (taught in English)
Contemporary history of diplomacy
Public communication and digital diplomacy
Intercultural Diplomacy and Soft Power (in English)
This innovative course aims to analyse diplomatic communication strategies from an intercultural perspective. Topics covered include intercultural dialogue, verbal and non-verbal communication and emotional intelligence, the uses and applications of which are highlighted in typical international diplomatic contexts.
Public communication and digital diplomacy
The course focuses on the principles and techniques of public communication, with a focus on the design and implementation of institutional campaigns based on the use of media and digital communication channels.
6 + 6
Laboratory of Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (taught in English) or
Laboratory of International Markets Analysis (taught in English) or
Laboratory on Europlanning (taught in English)
Laboratory of International Markets Analysis (taught in English) or
Laboratory on Europlanning (taught in English)
Laboratory of Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (in English)
The laboratory enables students to acquire practical skills on the effective management of negotiation processes with international interlocutors, learning how to deal with the typical phases of a negotiation and overcome potential conflict situations.
Laboratory of International Markets Analysis (in English)
The laboratory aims to develop practical skills in the analysis and evaluation of foreign markets, with particular attention to the main destination markets for Made in Italy. Upon completion, students will be able to carry out an assessment of the degree of attractiveness, risk and accessibility of the markets of potential interest.
Laboratory on Europlanning (in English)
The laboratory aims to provide students with practical skills on the techniques and methods of Communitarian planning, with a specific focus on funding opportunities linked to EU programmes and on the methods of drafting and evaluating project proposals.
4
Other activities
Internship or
other specialisation laboratory to be chosen among all those activated in the degree course
4
Laboratory on Language for business (to be chosen among Chinese, French, English, Russian and Spanish)
Laboratory on Language for business (Chinese)
The laboratory, which requires prior knowledge of the Chinese language, aims to provide practical and cultural skills to operate in the Chinese economic context, delving into the linguistic aspects and negotiation dynamics of the Chinese cultural context.
Laboratory on Language for business (French)
The laboratory, which requires prior knowledge of the French language, focuses on developing linguistic and cultural skills to interact in the French economic context. The aim is to provide students with a linguistic fluency suitable for understanding commercial and business dynamics.
Laboratory on Language for business (English)
The laboratory allows students to further delve into business English, improve business vocabulary and practice speaking, listening and writing skills, in order to communicate with confidence in business situations that require advanced use of the English language.
Laboratory on Language for business (Russian)
The laboratory, which requires prior knowledge of the Russian language, aims to provide linguistic and socio-cultural tools for communicating in the Russian economic world. Among the cognitive objectives are the understanding of commercial dynamics, negotiation practices and adaptation strategies to the Russian cultural context.
Laboratory on Language for business (Spanish)
The laboratory, which requires prior knowledge of the Spanish language, aims to develop communication and linguistic skills in Spanish, with a focus on terminology, commercial negotiation and business presentations in Spanish-speaking contexts.
3
Final test
12
Study abroad experiences, internships and double degrees
Given the strong international vocation of the University, UNINT's degree courses offer students the opportunity to spend a period abroad for study or internship purposes thanks to the network of over 100 international agreements stipulated with European and non-European universities. Moreover, the University has over 700 active agreements for internships in public and private sector organisations in Italy and abroad.
Furthermore, students enrolled in the Master's Degree in Economics and International Management - Luxury, Made in Italy and Sustainability Curriculum have the opportunity to obtain a Double Degree thanks to the collaboration of the University with the University of National and World Economy (UNWE) in Sofia. The agreement allows to obtain the title of:
- Master's degree in Economics and International Management awarded by UNINT;
- Master of Economics – International Business awarded by UNWE.
Pathway of Excellence
The Pathway of Excellence enables a limited number of particularly deserving students, selected on the basis of their study results through a special call for applications issued annually by the University, to have free access to a training pathway that is supplementary to the one provided for in the curriculum, the contents of which are defined in agreement with the student, who obtains, together with the degree, an additional certificate that is recorded in the academic career certification.
Access requirements, verification of initial preparation and pre-courses
Admission to the Course is subject to possession of one of the following qualifications:
- An Academic degree or Bachelor's degree or other foreign recognized degree that is equivalent in degree courses for the following classes: L-14, L-16, L-18, L-33, L-36, L-37, L-40 (DM 270/2004) and classes 2, 15, 17, 19, 28, 31 (DM 509/1999);
- An Academic degree or Bachelor's degree different from the above, with the acquisition of at least 50 ECTS in specific scientific-disciplinary fields defined in the Academic Regulations of the course of study.
For enrolment purposes, a mandatory interviewwith a board of teachers is required. This happens in order to verify personal preparation and the adequacy of curricular requirements.
For the academic year 2025/2026 the interviews will take place in-presence and remotelyon the following dates:
- February 20, 2025 | 12:00 pm
- May 8, 2025 | 12:00 pm
- July 17, 2025 | 12:00 pm
- September 15, 2025 | 12:00 pm
- October 16, 2025 | 12:00 pm
There is also a test verification of knowledge of the English languageaimed at new students. Based on the results of the test, new students will be directed to the English for International Affairs course or to one of the advanced English courses provided for in the individual Curricula.
To enrol in the degree course, it will be necessary to verify that you meet the requirements.
Pre-courses
In order to support the start and management of studies, 4 pre-courses in fundamentals of political economy, economics and business management, law and statistics are available before the start of lectures. Participation in the preliminary courses is optional and does not presuppose pre-enrolment or enrolment in the Degree course in Economics and International Management.
Tuition fee, scholarships and financial aids
Università degli Studi Internazionali di Roma - UNINT provides for a banded tuition fee system that rewards scholastic and university merit as well as scholarships linked to talent and social and civil commitment for high school graduates, students about to graduate and graduates.
Furthermore, students wishing to enrol can, as would be the case by enrolling at a State University, access the ‘Right to Study’ Call for Applications, through which DiSCo (regional body for the right to education and knowledge) and Regione Lazio provide benefits and services to university students to guarantee the right to study in accordance with Article 34 of the Italian Constitution, which enshrines the principle of equal educational opportunities.
By participating in the call for applications, it is possible to access scholarships and receive financial support to cover university costs.
The services offered also include accommodation in student residences, and subsidised access to the canteen with meals at reduced costs. International mobility grants are also provided to support students during periods of study or internship abroad, thus facilitating international educational experiences.
The call for application is published every year on the website http://www.laziodisco.it/.
For further information, please consult the document and contact the relevant office whose contact details are given below.
Contacts Right to study
Sonia Fronte
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
E-mail: dirittoallostudio@unint.eu
Tel (+39) 06.510.777.296
Course of Study Steering Committee
- Anna Carla Nazzaro, President of UNINT Master's degree course in Economics and International Management (LM-77)
- Alessandro De Nisco, Director of UNINT Department of International Humanities and Social Sciences
- Massimo Fedeli, Director of ISTAT Department for the development of methods and technologies for the production and dissemination of statistical information (DIRM)
- Carlo Palmieri, Vice President of Pianoforte Holding SPA
- Fabrizio Lobasso, Deputy Director General for the Promotion of Italy and Principal Director for Economic Internationalization (DGSP - MAECI) (DGSP – MAECI)
- Arianna Sassi, Sustainability Program Manager of Almaviva and UNINT graduate