Low public-university tuition with regional DSU scholarships
Low public-university tuition with regional DSU scholarships
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MBA in Italy
What an MBA in Italy involves for Indian professionals — schools, costs, entry requirements and work rights.
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- Work-experience review
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Is an MBA in Italy a good option for Indian students?
It suits professionals with 2–5 years' experience who want low public-university tuition with regional DSU scholarships. Tuition is ≈ €500 – €4,000 per year at public universities (often income-based); private €6,000 – €20,000 for most master's programs, and MBA fees are usually at the higher end. After graduating: residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation.
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MBA in Italy at a glance
- Typical length
- 1–2 years
- Tuition
- ≈ €500 – €4,000 per year at public universities (often income-based); private €6,000 – €20,000
- Living costs
- ≈ €700 – €1,100 per month (Milan is costliest)
- Tests
- GMAT or GRE (some schools waive with experience)
- English
- IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- Work during study
- Up to 20 hours a week (1,040 hours a year)
- After graduation
- Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation
Why
Why an MBA in Italy
World-famous programs in design
World-famous programs in design, architecture and engineering
Income-based fees and scholarships that can cover tuition and housing
Income-based fees and scholarships that can cover tuition and housing
Schengen residence for travel across Europe
Schengen residence for travel across Europe
Universities
Business schools and universities in Italy
Graduate business programs on our list; MBA fees can be higher than shown.
- Bachelor's degree in any field
- 2–5 years of full-time work experience (most schools)
- GMAT or GRE score (waivers exist)
- English: IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- Essays, résumé and recommendations
- Interview
- Pre-enrolment and visa appointments take time — start at least 6 months before
- DSU scholarships need translated and legalised family income documents
- Part-time jobs usually need some Italian
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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Most MBAs want 2+ years of experience. Without it, a Master's in Management (MiM) is usually the better fit.
Usually GMAT or GRE is asked; some schools waive it for strong experience or academic records.
Tuition is typically at the upper end of ≈ €500 – €4,000 per year at public universities (often income-based); private €6,000 – €20,000, plus living costs of ≈ €700 – €1,100 per month (Milan is costliest).
Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation.
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