Economia Istituzioni Sostenibilità / Economics Institutions Sustainability

At Università degli Studi di Firenze, tuition fees are 1,466 EUR per year.

Economics, Institutions and Sustainability is a master's degree taught in English at Università degli Studi di Firenze in Firenze, Italy, over two years. This program sits at the intersection of institutional economics and sustainability studies, examining how the rules, organizations, and governance structures that shape economic activity relate to environmental and social sustainability. Students typically study advanced microeconomics and macroeconomics, institutional economics, and environmental economics, along with subjects covering sustainable development, resource management, and the policy instruments used to address environmental and social challenges. Coursework often addresses how institutions such as regulatory bodies, property rights regimes, and market structures either support or hinder sustainable outcomes, giving students a framework for analyzing the relationship between economic systems and long-term environmental and social goals. The program combines rigorous economic training with a focus on sustainability, preparing students to evaluate policies and organizational practices through both an efficiency lens and a sustainability lens. Graduates commonly pursue careers in sustainability consulting, environmental policy analysis, and corporate sustainability roles, as well as positions within public agencies, international organizations, and research institutes that work on sustainable development and institutional reform. Others move into the private sector, advising companies on sustainability strategy or environmental, social, and governance considerations. The degree can also lead toward further academic study for students interested in institutional or environmental economics research. Based in Firenze and delivered in English, the program is designed for students who want to combine economic analysis with an explicit focus on sustainability and institutional design.