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Why you should choose Venice for studying business

By Craig OCallaghan Updated Mar 18, 2026

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Introduction
How a practical curriculum prepares you for your career
Benefits of a double degree programme
What it’s like to study in an internationally diverse environment

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Venice has long been a crossroads of cultures, commerce and creativity. For centuries, this enchanting city has drawn visionaries, merchants and scholars from across the globe, weaving together a rich tapestry of international influences.

Today, Venice continues to inspire as a bustling centre for higher education, home to Ca' Foscari University which is celebrated for its commitment to academic excellence and innovation.

As a public institution, Ca’ Foscari University remains one of Italy’s most affordable choices for higher education, making world-class learning accessible to a diverse body of students.

While Ca’ Foscari excels across many disciplines, the Venice School of Management stands in a class of its own. It holds the prestigious EQUIS accreditation—a distinction shared by only 2 percent of business schools globally—serving as a gold-standard guarantee of the quality and professional relevance of its programmes.

This combination of affordable tuition and international accreditation is rare – and that’s before you add in the bonus of studying in Venice, one of the most picturesque cities in the world.

How a practical curriculum prepares you for your career

Across all programmes at the Venice School of Management, students are immersed in modern, forward-thinking approaches designed to encourage creativity, problem-solving and strategic innovation.

Teaching emphasises the importance of understanding customer needs, experimenting with new ideas, and designing sustainable business models, a skillset highly prized by employers worldwide.

A strong learning-by-doing philosophy places a focus on project work, collaboration with classmates, and direct interaction with industry leaders.

Regular seminars, workshops and case studies ensure that learning is dynamic and relevant to current business trends.

Practical experience is further enriched by opportunities to work on real business projects, providing graduates with the confidence and competence to enter the workforce ready to make an impact.

In total, the school offers four English-taught master’s degrees: Global Accounting and Finance, International Management, Tourism Management and Sustainability, and Innovation and Management for Culture and Creativity.

All of these programmes are two years in duration and recognised for their quality within QS rankings.

Benefits of a double degree programme

There is more to Ca’ Foscari University than simply its location though. Many of the bachelor’s and master’s degrees at the Venice School of Management offer double-degree options, meaning that you study at Ca’ Foscari for part of your programme and then at a partner university outside of Italy for the rest.

If you’re looking for a true study abroad experience, what could be better than expanding your horizons to study at two universities instead of one?

The double degree pathway is perfect for those seeking a deeper immersion in global business contexts, providing invaluable cross-cultural experience and a competitive edge in the job market. With a strong focus on internationalisation, these programmes foster adaptability, intercultural skills and a global outlook.

For example, the bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Management is offered in partnership with Toulouse Business School in France, while the postgraduate International Management degree offers the opportunity to study at the University of Adelaide in Australia among others.

In total, Ca’ Foscari University has double degree partnerships with close to a dozen universities around the world.

What it’s like to study in an internationally diverse environment

As well as the double degree partnerships, Ca’ Foscari students also benefit from the university’s commitment to study abroad opportunities such as Erasmus+, but you don’t even need to leave Ca' Foscari’s campus to experience the benefits of a truly multicultural academic environment.

The university itself is a fascinating blend of cultures and perspectives, with a multicultural academic community where more than 40 languages are taught.

You will meet classmates and faculty from across the world, exchange ideas and forge connections that will last a lifetime. The emphasis on language learning means graduates are well-equipped for international careers and cross-cultural collaboration.

It’s a fitting tribute to Venice’s historical status as a bridge between East and West, a city driven by entrepreneurial spirit and global connections.

For aspiring management professionals, this inspirational setting – and the opportunity to study an affordable, internationally accredited business programme which places internationalisation at its core – is the ideal preparation for taking a leadership role in our rapidly changing, interconnected world.

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