The Master's Degree in Strategic Management, Innovation & Sustainability is designed to develop leaders capable of managing innovative and sustainable strategies in increasingly complex markets and ecosystems, the Master's in Strategic Management, Innovation & Sustainability is a unique learning experience that prepares students to address the key challenges for the success of organisations globally.
Through constant interaction with public, private and social actors, the curriculum provides a multidimensional view of the economic and social dynamics that influence global markets. A distinctive element of the programme is the combination of managerial, legal and technical knowledge based on the 'hard' and 'soft' social sciences.
The Master’s Degree in Strategic Management Innovation & Sustainability offers a well-structured and innovative programme, which is characterised by three majors:
Strategic Management & Consulting
Sustainability & Circular Economy
Technology Strategy
Students start with a solid theoretical and practical training in strategic management and then specialise in one of the chosen majors, each of which includes a series of targeted courses and in-depth practical training to develop specific skills and in-depth knowledge.
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Major: Strategic Management & Consulting
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1° year 2025-2026
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Industrial Dynamics
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The course provides the tools to understand and analyse the forces that influence industrial dynamics and competition within different sectors, with practical exercises based on real data focusing on the Italian manufacturing industry.
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6
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Organizational Design and Change
Description
The course presents and critically discusses organisational structures such as complex matrix structures, temporary organisations, ambidextrous or 'spaghetti' structures, 'crowd-based' and 'holarchy' models. Furthermore, the course addresses the implementation of effective strategies to facilitate the transition associated with structural changes.
Credits
6
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Quantitative Methods for Management
Description
This course focuses on the use of quantitative methodologies to analyse business problems and develop effective strategic solutions.
Credits
8
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Economics of Innovation and Sustainability
Description
This course introduces the main theories of economics in relation to the dynamics of innovation and on how environmental and social challenges are shaping industrial dynamics.
Credits
8
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Law and Policy of Economic Development
Description
The course analyses aspects of public law and policy related to economic development. It examines the legal foundations of public law, their relationship to technological and digital transformations, and how these dynamics are impacting different sectors.
Credits
6
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Business Analysis
Description
The objective of this course is to demonstrate the process of developing informed business strategies. Specifically, it provides the skills to identify business problems, understand data collection techniques and the principles of data analysis, analyse and present results, and recommend courses of action to business leaders.
Credits
6
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Advanced Corporate Finance
Description
The course addresses a range of corporate finance topics, including advanced models for capital budgeting decisions, bond and stock valuation, calculation of the cost of capital, and firm valuation.
Credits
6
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Strategic Planning and Risk Management
Description
This course examines how to choose a business model and how companies can achieve their goals. It also addresses the principles and techniques of investment evaluation, financial planning, risk management, sustainability.
Credits
6
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EU R&I Language Lab
Credits
4
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Xlabs
Credits
2
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2° year 2026-2027
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Business Compliance and Ethics
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The course encourages a reflection on issues such as executive powers, corporate governance, monopolies, relocation of production and outsourcing of labour, thus equipping students with the tools to drive innovation towards a more sustainable and inclusive society.
Credits
6
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Management of Digital Transformation
Description
The course addresses the transition to a digital society and economy, to clarify the problems that digital transformation may pose and, at the same time, assess the new opportunities that it creates.
Credits
6
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Zlabs
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2
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2 elective courses
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12
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Internship or Project Work
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8
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Other activities to be defined
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4
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Prova finale
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18
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Total CFU
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120
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Major: Sustainability & Circular Economy
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English
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1° year 2025-2026
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Industrial Dynamics
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6
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Corporate Strategy & Megatrends
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This course provides a theoretical foundation for understanding and developing effective business strategies. It focuses on analysing the success factors in external growth operations and offers a comprehensive framework for strategic analysis, taking into account the megatrends that influence the global economic landscape.
Credits
8
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Organizational Design and Change
Description
The course presents and critically discusses organisational structures such as complex matrix structures, temporary organisations, ambidextrous or 'spaghetti' structures, 'crowd-based' and 'holarchy' models. Furthermore, the course addresses the implementation of effective strategies to facilitate the transition associated with structural changes.
Credits
6
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Quantitative Methods for Management
Description
This course focuses on the use of quantitative methodologies to analyse business problems and develop effective strategic solutions.
Credits
6
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Economics of Innovation and Sustainability
Description
This course introduces the main theories of economics in relation to the dynamics of innovation and on how environmental and social challenges are shaping industrial dynamics.
Credits
6
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Law and Policy of Economic Development
Description
The course analyses aspects of public law and policy related to economic development. It examines the legal foundations of public law, their relationship to technological and digital transformations, and how these dynamics are impacting different sectors.
Credits
6
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Business Analysis
Description
The objective of this course is to demonstrate the process of developing informed business strategies. Specifically, it provides the skills to identify business problems, understand data collection techniques and the principles of data analysis, analyse and present results, and recommend courses of action to business leaders.
Credits
6
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Impact Investing & Sustainable Finance
Description
The course frames impact investing within the broader paradigm of responsible and sustainable finance.
Credits
6
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Organizing Sustainable Projects
Description
The course provides the skills to plan, monitor and control the processes of project implementation and support, taking into account its environmental, economic and social implications.
Credits
6
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EU R&I Language Lab
Credits
4
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Xlabs
Credits
2
Duration
II year 2026-2027
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Governance of Innovation & Climate Change
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This course, taught by associate and visiting professors with a strong interdisciplinary inclination, blends strategic planning with the social sciences, to assess the processes of ecological and digital transformation through multi-actor collaboration.
Credits
6
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Management of circular economy & ecological transition
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This course provides business and management foundations for understanding circular economy models and systems.
Credits
6
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Zlabs
Credits
2
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Additional Credits
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CFU
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2 elective courses
Credits
12
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Internship or Project Work
Credits
8
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Other activities to be defined
Credits
4
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Final Test
Credits
18
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Total CFU
Credits
120
Study Title
Major: Technology Strategy
Lingua
English
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1° year 2025-2026
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CFU
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Title
Industrial Dynamics
Description
The course provides the tools to understand and analyse the forces that influence industrial dynamics and competition within different sectors, with practical exercises based on real data focusing on the Italian manufacturing industry.
Credits
6
Title
Corporate Strategy & Megatrends
Description
This course provides a theoretical foundation for understanding and developing effective business strategies. It focuses on analysing the success factors in external growth operations and offers a comprehensive framework for strategic analysis, taking into account the megatrends that influence the global economic landscape.c
Credits
8
Title
Organizational Design and Change
Description
The course presents and critically discusses organisational structures such as complex matrix structures, temporary organisations, ambidextrous or 'spaghetti' structures, 'crowd-based' and 'holarchy' models. Furthermore, the course addresses the implementation of effective strategies to facilitate the transition associated with structural changes.
Credits
8
Title
Quantitative Methods for Management
Description
This course focuses on the use of quantitative methodologies to analyse business problems and develop effective strategic solutions.
Credits
8
Title
Economics of Innovation and Sustainability
Description
This course introduces the main theories of economics in relation to the dynamics of innovation and on how environmental and social challenges are shaping industrial dynamics.
Credits
6
Title
Law and Policy of Economic Development
Description
The course analyses aspects of public law and policy related to economic development. It examines the legal foundations of public law, their relationship to technological and digital transformations, and how these dynamics are impacting different sectors.
Credits
6
Title
Business Analysis
Description
The objective of this course is to demonstrate the process of developing informed business strategies. Specifically, it provides the skills to identify business problems, understand data collection techniques and the principles of data analysis, analyse and present results, and recommend courses of action to business leaders.
Credits
6
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Innovation Finance
Description
This course addresses the techniques and operational models of venture capital and private equity. It explores financing solutions for startups and examines the mechanisms of initial public offerings (IPOs). It also addresses strategies for the growth of enterprises and financial solutions for corporate succession. Finally, it provides an understanding of how technology is transforming the corporate finance landscape.
Credits
6
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Innovation Management & New Technologies
Description
The course investigates how organizations can efficiently manage innovation and new technologies, and how these can support their success. It also assesses how different managerial solutions support the development of innovation within organizations.
Credits
6
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EU R&I Language Lab
Credits
4
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Xlabs
Credits
2
Duration
2° year 2026-2027
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IP & Tech Transfer Law
Credits
6
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Design Thinking & Business Modeling
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This course offers a detailed overview of innovation management, to understand its distinctive processes, benefits, and challenges. It focuses on the role of creativity in the innovation process.
Credits
6
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Zlabs
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2
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2 elective courses
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12
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Internship or Project Work
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8
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Other activities to be defined
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4
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Final Test
Credits
4
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Total CFU
Credits
120
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Admission to the Master’s Degree Course in Strategic Management, Innovation & Sustainability represents a unique opportunity to join an academic environment of excellence.
Luiss Guido Carli carefully selects its students, guaranteeing high quality services and the best conditions to facilitate their university journey towards personal and professional growth. Our University puts its students at the centre, offering constant support and personalised attention.
Find out all the information you need to take the next admission test and start on your path to academic and professional success.
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International experiences and opportunities
The International Development Office offers a number of programmes for students, which can be accessed depending on the current or future degree course.
The Master’s Degree in Strategic Management prepares students for work in multinational companies, consulting firms, start-ups and non-profit organisations.
Graduates can apply for the following positions:
Strategic Manager, with the aim of planning and implementing strategic initiatives in various sectors.
Innovation managers, within companies or consultancies, to promote change and sustainable and innovative practices.
Sustainability officer, with the aim of ensuring that companies comply with environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards.
Entrepreneurial roles in start-ups or innovation-focused entities, leveraging knowledge of strategic and sustainable innovation.
Policy analyst or advisor roles in governmental organisations or NGOs to help shape and influence sustainability and inclusion policies.
Higher academic qualifications (PhD or postgraduate diploma in strategic management, corporate sustainability, innovation management).
The Master’s Degree in Strategic Management programme trains leaders in today's complex business world by promoting innovative, strategic and sustainable business practices.
Graduates and employability
The employment rate of Luiss graduates 1 year after graduation is 96%.
The average waiting time between graduation and first job is 1 month. 64% of employed graduates already have an offer before graduating.
10% work abroad.
Luiss has active partnerships with over 500 companies, public and private institutions, and multinationals to offer undergraduates and recent graduates concrete job opportunities.
3,350 placements between internships and jobs in 2023.
2,522 individual Career Guidance meetings.
80 events including 4 Career Days and 336 Employers involved.
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Tuition fees, scholarships and benefits
The single annual fee envisaged for enrolment in the Master’s Degree in Strategic Management, Innovation & Sustainability is €13,600.00 (divided into 3 instalments*) and regional tax.
Luiss offers scholarships and partial or total exemptions from university fees, also thanks to the support of public and private partners. Both male and female students have access to concrete support during their academic career. In addition, the University has entered into agreements with Italian banking institutions to offer flexible financing without collateral.
*The amount of the regional fee will be decided by the Lazio Region in June/July 2025.
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The Luiss model promotes the development of students not only through a solid academic education, but also through activities aimed at personal improvement and the development of transversal skills. The Luiss student development offer proposes learning by doing and innovative learning experiences to prepare versatile students ready for the needs of the labour market.
AS Luiss encourages an active lifestyle by offering sports activities such as yoga and tennis, as well as the possibility of using agreements with gyms and sports centres near the Luiss premises.
The Luiss model promotes the development of students not only through a solid academic education, but also through activities aimed at personal improvement and the development of transversal skills. The Luiss student development offer proposes learning by doing and innovative learning experiences to prepare versatile students ready for the needs of the labour market.
Luiss Welcome Desk: support for international students on legal and health issues and orientation in the Italian context.
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Master's Degree in Strategic Management, Innovation & Sustainability: advanced skills to drive innovation and sustainability in complex global markets.
