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More than 30,000 professionals make up the ecosystem of Cetif: we facilitate the meeting and exchange between banks, insurers and companies in an academic Center, competent and independent environment to share knowledge, experience and strategies on the most innovative drivers of change.
16 Research Hubs focused on dynamics of strategic evolution, regulatory updates, organizational and process practices, and the effects of digitization: we study innovation trends and best practices and share them with our communities.
Over 60 events including Main events (Workshop and Summit) and Community events (related to research activities) and Webinar: we bring together banks, insurance companies and businesses for shared growth on trends and challenges to outline innovative development strategies.
More than 40 Executive Education tracks, 4 Master's programs and numerous Company Specific Programs: we transfer innovative financial-oriented content with a scientific approach.
An experimental spin off combining academic research and entrepreneurial approach: we turn innovation and digitization into a concrete business advantage.
Why a Master's degree in Digital Innovation & Artificial Intelligence: evolving trends for the banking and insurance industry
The growing demand for young professionals specializing in digital innovation is redefining the employment landscape. Financial institutions, driven by the adoption of advanced technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, are evolving both business models and technology integration processes.
According to the World Economic Forum's Future of jobs report 2025, 97 percent of companies globally currently have artificial intelligence (AI)-related programs underway, i.e., strategic initiatives to implement, develop or leverage AI in their business processes; at the Italian level, too, automation is attracting increasing attention in the banking, finance and insurance sectors, which see it as fundamental to the evolution of their processes.
This transformation implies a significant cultural change, requiring strategic investment in human capital upskilling and reskilling programs; more specifically, again according to WEF,87 percent of companies in the financial sector globally will invest in training their employees, and 73 percent of companies plan to hire staff with new skills to meet the new requirements.
Tech & Data skills will therefore be among the most sought-after of all: the offerings of this Master's program are designed to train professionals who can actively contribute to the implementation of technological innovation projects at the service of business. The curriculum, which directs participants toward a managerial career, is also enriched with content and skills of a regulatory nature, as well as specific teachings dedicated to the acquisition of soft skills necessary for the full use of technologies in the service of organizations and society more generally.
The educational program also includes an exploration of the players-such as FinTech, InsurTech and RegTech-that are redefining the industry with innovative business models and disruptive technologies.
With the right combination of theory and practice, students will also have the opportunity to apply the knowledge gained through hands-on labs, case studies based on real-world scenarios, and testimonials from industry leaders nationally and internationally. Startuppers and digital innovators will share their successful experiences in adopting AI to create scalable, sustainable and competitive solutions.
An additional distinguishing feature of the path is the internship or project work, which will enable students to work on real digital transformation projects in collaboration with leading companies. In addition, the Master's program offers numerous networking opportunities with middle and top managers in the industry who enrich the course with their experience and create a direct bridge to the world of work.
The Master's educational offering thus aligns perfectly with the needs of companies in the banking and insurance sector; With a placement rate of over 92 percent, the program thus confirms its strategic role as a meeting point between supply and demand for digital talent.
The Master's program has reached an important milestone, with more than 200 Alumni from 2017 to date. A well-established educational pathway that has prepared students to face the challenges of digital innovation and artificial intelligence, making them key players in the world of work. Below are some testimonials from our Alumni who tell how the Master's program has had a significant impact on their careers and professional lives.
Additional courses of study will be evaluated individually.
The Master's program aims to accompany the professional growth of those who, having completed their studies, intend to pursue careers in Banks, Insurance Companies, Consulting Companies and in general throughout the finance ecosystem. The path is also suitable for young professionals growing within organizations.
Indeed, the rapid evolution of the industry requires new emerging professions that will be in particular demand such as:
The Master's degree is delivered in Italian and is one year long, amounting to 1,500 hours and 60 CFUs. The Master's program will start in November 2025 and end in November 2026.
The educational program includes an integrated formula of classroom training, distance learning and Internship/Project Work.
Classroom classes will be held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 9 p.m., tentatively from November 2025 to June 2026. Internships, on the other hand, will be activated tentatively from February/March 2026.
Two application labs dedicated, to the practical experimentation of Artificial Intelligence tools through guided exercises and real-life simulations in the banking and insurance context (Artificial Intelligence Lab) complete and complement the training course; on the other hand, the Startup Lab is designed to stimulate the entrepreneurship of the class through team design of innovative start-ups.
Students are required to attend no less than 75 percent of the total number of hours of lectures.The fruition of all training activities will be guaranteed online through the Blackboard E-Learning platform.
The detailed schedule will be communicated to participants well in advance of the Master's program start date.
In order to enhance professional experiences and expand development and career opportunities, students will have the opportunity to strengthen their network through discussions with faculty, professionals, entrepreneurs and startuppers.