International Master's Degree

Green &
Digital
Economy

At the Department of Economics of the University of Foggia (Italy), an interdisciplinary programme designed to prepare future professionals to address global challenges by integrating sustainability and digital innovation at EQF level 7.

Students on university campus
120 ECTS Credits
2yr Duration
7 Abroad scholarships
Open Access
Admission type
30 November 2026
Enrollment deadline
LM-56 / LM-76
Degree class
Blended Learning
53 ECTS online
B2 English
Language requirement
About the programme

Where sustainability meets digital transformation

The Master's Degree in Green and Digital Economy offers a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary learning experience designed to prepare future professionals to address the defining global challenges of our era — by bridging the worlds of environmental sustainability and digital innovation.

The programme combines rigorous academic foundations with hands-on experience: in-person lessons, laboratories, international mobility, and a mandatory internship. Students gain the tools to drive ESG strategies, sustainable finance, and digital transformation across private and public organisations.

Delivered in English (90% of courses), it attracts a diverse international student body and academic community from across Europe and beyond.

Find out more
Green economy and environmental sustainability
Type
Master's Degree — EQF Level 7
Duration
2 years — 120 ECTS Credits
Delivery
Blended — 53 ECTS online + in-person labs
Deadline
30 November 2026
Professional opportunities

Explore your future career

Graduates are equipped for high-impact roles across private companies, public institutions, financial intermediaries, and international organisations.

Sustainability Manager / ESG Manager / CSR Manager

Lead corporate sustainability strategies and ESG reporting at multinationals, listed companies, and organisations committed to responsible business models.

Sustainability Auditor

Evaluate and certify the environmental and social performance of organisations through independent auditing and sustainability reporting frameworks.

Economic-Environmental Analyst

Analyse the environmental and economic impact of policies, corporate decisions, and public investments at national and international level.

Sustainable Finance Analyst

Develop and assess green financial instruments, carbon trading mechanisms, and ESG investment strategies for banks, fintech companies, and energy desks.

Where you can work: Private and public companies of all sizes · Multinationals with ESG divisions · Banks and insurance companies · Strategic consulting firms · Public administrations · International organisations for environmental protection · Universities and research centres · Energy consulting firms · Fintech companies specialising in carbon trading and PPAs.

Curriculum

Study programme

The programme combines theoretical depth with hands-on learning: laboratories, internships, and international mobility built into the curriculum.

  • Blended delivery 53 ECTS credits available online, the rest delivered in-person in Foggia
  • Hands-on laboratories Applied sessions on data analysis, ESG tools, and digital platforms
  • International mobility Erasmus+ grants for one or two semesters abroad at partner universities
  • Curricular internship Professional experience at companies, public bodies, or research institutions
  • Visiting professors International lectures held by academics from foreign universities
  • Dual degree class LM-56 (Economics) and LM-76 (Economic Sciences for the Environment)
Students on university campus

Entry requirements

A minimum three-year undergraduate (Bachelor's or B.Sc.) degree in Economics or Business Administration is required. Candidates with a different B.Sc. will be evaluated for at least 40 credits in the relevant subject areas.

B2 English level, or equivalent linguistic certification recognised at European level.

Adequate basic IT skills, verified by European-recognised certifications or by IT proficiency credits in the university curriculum.

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Student mobility

International outlook

Students in the Green and Digital Economy programme benefit from extra Erasmus+ mobility grants for one or two semesters abroad. Seven scholarships have been awarded to spend a full semester at partner universities, earning at least 12 ECTS credits.

The University of Foggia ranks 5th in Italy and 25th in Europe for outgoing international students — and 5th in Italy and 59th in Europe for incoming students in the QS Europe University Rankings.

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Coimbra Business School
Politecnico de Coimbra — Portugal
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Universidade de Jaén
Spain
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Latvijas Biozinātņu un Tehnoloģiju Universitāte
Latvia
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Poznań University of Life Science
Poland
5th
in Italy for outgoing Erasmus students (QS Rankings)
25th
in Europe for outgoing international students
7
scholarships for semester abroad
Top 7%
worldwide in CWUR World University Rankings 2023
Frequently asked questions

Got questions?

A minimum three-year undergraduate (Bachelor's or B.Sc.) degree in Economics or Business Administration is required. If you hold a different B.Sc., your application will be evaluated to confirm at least 40 credits in the relevant subject areas within your curriculum.
A B2 level of English or an equivalent linguistic certification is required. This can be demonstrated through internationally recognised language certifications or by having completed at least 2 English-language credits in your university curriculum.
The programme uses a blended learning approach: 53 ECTS credits are available online, while the remaining courses are delivered in person at the Foggia campus. It also includes laboratory sessions, an internship, and opportunities for international mobility through Erasmus+ grants.
The enrollment deadline for the current academic year is 30 November 2026. We recommend applying well in advance to allow time for document collection and administrative processing. International students should check the Unifg enrollment procedure page for specific requirements.
Foreign students should follow the University of Foggia's dedicated enrollment procedure, available at Foreign students enrollment procedure. For any questions specific to this programme, you can also write to the Tutor Buddy Area Economica at buddy.areaeconomica@unifg.it or use the contact form below.
Yes. Seven scholarships are available for students wishing to spend a semester abroad at one of the partner universities (in Portugal, Spain, Latvia, and Poland), earning at least 12 ECTS credits. Erasmus+ mobility grants are also available for one or two additional semesters abroad. Students with exceptional academic merit may also access University-level financial support.
Get in touch

Interested? We're here to help.

If you'd like further information about the M.Sc. in Green and Digital Economy, don't hesitate to reach out. We are here to help you achieve your academic and professional goals.

Campus

Via R. Caggese, 1 — 71121 Foggia (FG), Italy

Enrollment deadline

30 November 2026

Tutor Buddy Area Economica
buddy.areaeconomica@unifg.it
Course catalogue ↗ Enrollment procedure Enrolment of international students