International Master in Banking and Risk Management

The International Master in Banking and Risk Management aims to provide solid knowledge and competences in banking and financial risk management, emphasizing both theoretical foundations and practical applications.

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Formula International

Method On Campus

Language English

Start Date 21 October 2025 / April 2026

Enrollment 86%

Available seats 8

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International Master in Banking and Risk Management

This Master aims to provide a solid foundation in financial knowledge and risk management, emphasizing both theoretical principles and practical applications. Participants will develop analytical skills, gain an in-depth understanding of the financial sector—including international banking, financial markets, risk management, and financial regulations—and acquire advanced valuation and risk modeling techniques.

The program also integrates ESG and CSR principles into risk management, preparing students to address current and emerging challenges in the financial industry. Additionally, participants will first acquire general management fundamentals before specializing in finance, equipping them to succeed as innovative and responsible leaders in the financial world. Through a focus on critical thinking and problem-solving, the Master aims to produce highly skilled professionals ready to excel in various financial roles.

Learning Outcomes:

Apply advanced quantitative methods to identify, assess, and mitigate diverse financial risks, enhancing decision-making and organizational resilience.
Develop and implement risk management frameworks that optimize credit, liquidity, and portfolio performance in complex banking environments.
Incorporate fintech innovations, cybersecurity measures, and future trends into risk management practices to protect against emerging industry challenges.
Understand the use of tools to evaluate an institution’s readiness and adaptability in the face of market and operational disruptions.
Promote and lead the integration of ethical, sustainable practices within risk management, ensuring alignment with ESG principles and global regulatory standards.

Shape your professional path through 4 pillars:

Real link with companies

An international network of companies’ partners to help young and senior professional in building their careers and RBS to create the better learning experience possible, thanks to Business Practice LAB, Company visits, in class exercises and exclusive lecturers.

Internationality

Rome Business School is proudly the most international business school in Italy, being able to immerse our students in a stimulating environment, thanks to our international faculty, our exclusive Bootcamps in Silicon Valley, Barcelona, Paris, Rome and Tuscany and mixed ethnicity in our classes.

Professional Impact

Our higher purpose is to build managers and leaders. For this reason, we’ve built our Masters around our student’s professional and personal growth, providing different service and experiences, just like our Career Service, multiple company meetings, Company Shadowing, Individual Coaching sessions and a soft skills program.

Higher Purpose

Following our motto, Better Managers for a Better World, an entire section of our Masters is fully dedicated to higher purpose in business, Corporate Social Responsibility and creation of a sustainable approach and mindset to business

Why choose our International Master in Banking and Risk Management?

Introduction to the Preparation for FRM by GARP - elective course

A Financial Risk Manager (FRM) is a globally recognized professional designation awarded by the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP), certifying the expertise and integrity of risk management professionals. Candidates must pass two rigorous exams covering topics such as risk management, financial markets, quantitative analysis, credit risk, and operational risk.

Business in Action

Business Practice lab powered by Deutsche Bank - Do a risk management analysis for a bank’s product, assessing the different types of risks, using risk identification tools learned in class.
Access and answer by practicing concepts over 200 questions used on the Bloomberg Assessment to assess the sharpness of your mind to work in financial services.

London Bootcamp | Immerse in the European Finance Hub

An immersive experience in the finance and banking world, which explores the latest trends and strategies.

Attend lectures organised by Bayes Business School Faculty, with topics ranging from bank business models, branch risk and regulation, bank crises and fin-tech.

Put into practice what you learnt throughout these lectures and work on a business project to be presented at the end of the week in front of the Professors.

In partnership with Bayes Business School, the business school of City, University of London. A Double Crown leading global Business School known for world-class business education, excellent research reputation and deep engagement with practice.

Career Impact

+27% Salary Increase on average, after 1 year of completing the Master.

Among our Partners:

International Master in Banking and Risk Management:

The International Master in Banking and Risk Management aims to provide a thorough grounding in financial risk management, combining quantitative analysis, market knowledge, and practical risk management techniques, with a strong emphasis on ESG and CSR principles.

5% Start with Managerial Core

35% Get Into Focusing and Specializing

10% Being an innovative and responsible leader

10% Electives

15% Business in Action

5% Global Trends Lab

20% Capstone Project

Develop core managerial skills & strong financial knowledge to stand out as competitive leader in the finance industry

During the first module, students will learn how to:

Managerial Economics
This module aims to prepare students by providing them with the essentials of entrepreneurship and business planning.
Management Accounting for Decision Making
The course focuses on the financial aspects of business decisions giving students an overview of the accounting tools useful and most used for short and long-term decision making such as cost management, budgeting, CVP analysis, and investment appraisal techniques.
Business Strategy
Through this module, students will know how to understand the long-term direction and strategy of a company, and will be able to identify the strategic business units of organizations.
Financial Statement Analysis
This course aims at equipping students with an understanding of financial statements and their usefulness for decision making.
Project & Operations Management
With this module, students will be able to manage projects, examine data and information, and have a diagnostic approach in solving problems.
Marketing: Traditional and Digital
Students will learn the application of marketing principles in organizational decision making.
Human Resource Management
This subject area focuses on strategic human resource issues such as workforce acquisition, development, motivation and retention.
Data Analytics for Managers
This course is designed to equip students with the basic knowledge needed to analyze and interpret large sets of data, to make effective business decisions and strategies.

Do financial forecasting, manage liquidity & understand international finance to grow business globaly

During the second module, students will learn:

1)Introduction to Financial Markets and Banking

Corporate & Quantitative Finance
Financial Markets & Institutions
Bank activity
Capital and Regulatory Frameworks

2)Corporate Banking & Credit Risk Management

Corporate Lending
Credit Risk Assessment and Mitigation
Portfolio Management
Liquidity Risk Management

3)Investment Banking

Business Valuation & M&A
Equity Capital Markets
Debt Capital Markets
Project Finance
Alternative Funding

4)Market Risk Management

Market Risk Management in Banking
Operational Risk Management
Stress Testing and Scenario Analysis

During the third module, students will explore:

5)Technology and Future Trends in Risk Management

Fintech and Risk Management
Cybersecurity and Fraud Prevention
ERM and Future Trends

6)Sustainability and Ethics in practice

Building Ethical and Responsible Organizations
Sustainable Finance
ESG Risk and Risk Reporting

Why Electives?

The goal of Rome Business School is to develop future managers, entrepreneurs, and professionals who are ready to capitalize on the benefits of digitalization, go global, and have a positive impact on society.

Electives are ideal tools for students to improve their employability by focusing on high-demand skills.

Electives assist students in carving out a niche for themselves and becoming more competitive.
Electives expose students to courses they might not have encountered otherwise.
Electives provide a one-of-a-kind curriculum that fosters life and career skills.
Elective courses are organized in 7 main areasof interest:

Macro Area I 

Next Gen Business: Innovation, AI and Digital Growth

Area 1: Innovation & Growth
Area 2: AI4 Business: Shaping the Future
Area 3: Tech & Digitalization

Macro Area II

Global Business Excellence

Area 4: Industry Business Excellence
Area 5: International Business
Area 6: Global Electives with RBS international partner Business Schools
Area 7: Introduction to preparation for professional certifications

Practice Lab | In partnership with Deutsche Bank

Rome Business School Practice Lab is the place where theoretical concepts are put in practice and participants learn through experience. The Lab is run by Deutsche Bank managers who will examine different specialist knowledge, work on exercises and network, while sharing their experience and expertise with the students. This Lab is entirely run by Deutsche Bank managers.

Business in Action - Hands-on Lab

The Global Trends lab consists of 2 virtual sessions:

Session 1: How to Find Sources to Identify Global Trends Identify sources and monitor Global trends Deep Dive into the Global World Trends Shaping the World of Today – guest speakers from UN, UNIDO, ILO. Examples of Global Trends:

The Future of Work
Ethics of AI and Big Data
The World in 2030: Future Scenarios

Session 2: Understand the impact of global trends on businesses, and explore ways in which businesses can adapt and transform based on future trends and forward-thinking strategies

Capstone Project

At the conclusion of your course, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your skills by taking on a genuine business problem. Utilize your skills to spot chances and develop a strategy that is genuinely creative.

Two case studies from two genuine firms will be provided to you so that you can put your master’s course knowledge to the test.

Rome Business School International Bootcamps experiences

There’s the opportunity to experience an intensive and fully immersive business experience during a week, facing challenges, dealing with managers, students and lecturers, and creating your own project that will be presented at the end of the Bootcamp Experience.

Rome Business School International Bootcamps experiences

Change your life forever: discover where the World of Technology was born and grown. Boost your network and share your business ideas with high level managers, start-ups incubators and venture capitalists.

Immerse yourself in the capital of fashion and luxury, and live the real rise of the business. Learn how to combine creation and management in the industry house to be applied in all types of companies.

Develop and manage a completely new business idea through the Google Ventures Methodology: The Design Sprint. Discover how innovation is leading the change of the global market and challenge your managerial and entrepreneurial projects to become real.

The aim is to mix together contents and network to become leaders in the strategy of your current or future company.

Experience Italy through a native person’s perspective by a cultural exploration and understanding of not only the process of winemaking, but mostly the convivial importance of food and wine.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn how to do business, generate growth as a socially responsible leader and discover the giant of Africa.

Discover and develop unique opportunities to grow in a dynamic environment with a traditional yet modern approach to business.

Join our immersive bootcamp in London to explore the latest trends, strategies, and technologies that drive the world of finance and banking forward. Gain insights into the cutting-edge world of digital finance and learn from industry experts. Unlock your potential in this rapidly evolving field!

Discover the cutting-edge world of e-Commerce and Digital Marketing at our immersive bootcamp in China. Gain insights into the latest trends, strategies, and technologies that drive online businesses forward in one of the most enriching countries of this century.

Join our new Dublin Bootcamp to gain hands-on experience with global data, connect with industry leaders, and enhance your career prospects. Immerse yourself in the tech scene and enjoy Dublin’s rich culture while learning cutting-edge data skills.

Join our new Porto Bootcamp to gain practical insights into sustainability and ESG management. Engage with industry experts, enhance your skills in responsible business practices, and enjoy the scenic beauty of Porto while advancing your career.

Expand your network of industry professionals and meet distinguished arts and culture professionals and managers in four of the most important Italian cities in terms of cultural heritage: Venice, Florence, and Naples.

Your Mentors

An International Leading Team | CAB

The Corporate Advisory Board embodies the spirit of collaboration between the academic world and the real management sphere by becoming one of the key players in the Quality Assurance Process, the process of continuous improvement of the Rome Business School’s range of Management Training programs.

Composed of 103 Leaders, Managers and Professionals from key areas of National and International Businesses, through the Corporate Advisory Board, Rome Business School activates a process of continuously updating its training programs, relying on numerous business interactions and inputs provided by the members of the committee in the annual meetings and discussions with the school.

103 Members

19 CEO and General Management

12 Finance

Faculty

Highly qualified international university professors, trainers, and business managers who come from a range of operational and professional fields—from merchandiser to lawyer, from entrepreneurship to coach and speaker—hold the Rome Business School’s International Master in Banking and Risk Management degree. The educational strategy aims to provide students with the knowledge and abilities that the market currently demands.

Program Director

Vincenzo Mazzotta

He is a Chartered Accountant, University Lecturer, and Consultant with a robust academic and professional background. He holds a PhD in Economy and Finance for Business from La Sapienza University and an MBA with final distinction from the University of Buckingham (UK). Additionally, he has obtained various executive courses from top institutions such as SDA Bocconi and University of Milan and a Master in Project Management.

He is currently the Director of the Executive Master in Finance and Financial Markets at Rome Business School (2023-Present), and an Adjunct Professor at multiple universities.. In 2010, he founded Studio Mazzotta, a financial consulting firm that specializes in Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Project Management, and Grant Management for both enterprises and public bodies. His career spans over 15 years in Subsidized Finance and Corporate Finance, with previous positions at SACE (Export Credit Agency) and Invitalia.

He is also a Research Fellow and has contributed to publications in journals and conferences on topics like entrepreneurship, managerial decision-making, and corporate finance. Furthermore he is the winner of the Best Program Director Award 2025 In recognition of your outstanding leadership, dedication,and excellence in program direction.

Alessandro Villadei CEO and Founder of AVOR Consulting

Alessandro is the CEO and Founder of AVOR Consulting, a strategic advisory firm specializing in leveraged buyouts (LBOs), mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and corporate restructuring. Prior to establishing his firm, he worked for a New York-based consultancy within the Complex Valuation and Litigation Finance department. His diverse professional background includes experience as a Hedge Fund Analyst, focusing on restructurings and workouts; a Chief Financial Officer (CFO); a university professor; and a consultant in project finance. Furthermore, he has authored several articles for the financial platform Seeking Alpha. Alessandro holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics & Business Administration. He is a candidate for the CFA Level III designation, having successfully passed the preceding two levels. His credentials also include the Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC) certificate and advanced expertise in Excel-based financial modeling.

Federica Trovato Alternate Auditor at Automobil Club d'Italia

Federica has gained 20 years of experience as a lawyer. She served as Legal Adviser for Albacom and Valore Italia Holding di Partecipazioni S.p.A., and worked as a lawyer at Studio Legale Unghi e Nunziante and Grimaldi Studio Legale. She was a Member of the Board of Directors at AEQUA ROMA S.P.A. and a Member of the Supervisory Board at Ama S.p.A. Meanwhile, she began her academic career: for the past 27 years, she has been an Assistant Professor in Company and Commercial Law at LUISS Guido Carli, and for the last 8 years, a Professor in Business Law at the University of Arkansas Rome Center (UARC). In 2016, she became Managing Partner at the law firm Donativi e Associati. She is also a Member of the Board of Directors at BancoPosta Fondi S.p.A. SGR and an Alternate Auditor at Automobil Club d’Italia. She is an expert in financial markets and M&A from a regulatory perspective.

Valentino Megale CEO Softcare Studios

Valentino Megale is a tech entrepreneur, biologist, and innovation advocate specializing in mental well-being through immersive technologies and data monitoring. He is the CEO and co-founder of Softcare Studios, a digital health startup that leverages advanced technologies to enhance medical treatments and support patients’ mental health. Valentino has over 7 years of professional experience in the digital health sector. He holds a PhD in Neuropharmacology from the "D’Annunzio" University of Chieti, with international experience in Austria and France. He is also an online lecturer in immersive technologies at the Web Marketing Festival and serves as Program Director and lecturer at Rome Business School. His academic background spans 6 years, focusing on neuropharmacology and biotechnology. Throughout his career, he has received several awards, including “Best E-Health Startup” at the Startup Europe Awards, and has taken part in international acceleration programs such as Accelerace and TMCx. He has spoken at prestigious events like TEDx and participated in innovation challenges with global companies such as Pfizer and Merck.

Noemi Flamini Corporate Investment Banking (CIB) - Power & Infrastructure Finance Associate

Noemi began her career working for EUR TEL S.r.l., BNL Group BNP Paribas, and MetTel as a Trainee in Cost Planning and Control and Telecom Expense Management Services. She then joined Ernst & Young in Assurance - Audit and Accounting, followed by a role at MetTel in Finance and Accounting Operations. She eventually joined the UniCredit team, first in Corporate Finance Advisory (M&A), and currently serves as a Corporate Investment Banking (CIB) - Power & Infrastructure Finance Associate. She has developed expertise in financial analysis, due diligence, and M&A. Noemi has gained international experience, including a year in New York at MetTel, and holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, as well as a master’s degree in Accounting, Financial Management and Control from Bocconi University. She is currently pursuing a Master in Corporate Investment Banking at SDA Bocconi.

Giovanni Niero Head of Corporate Finance @Enel Group

Giovanni Niero is Head of Capital Markets, Development and ECA Financing at Enel Group, where he leads sustainable finance initiatives and oversees capital market strategies. With over 10 years of experience in finance, he has held various roles at Enel, including Head of Capital Markets and Sustainable Finance Project Leader, contributing to the group’s leadership in green and sustainable finance. Prior to joining Enel, Giovanni worked at BNL Gruppo BNP Paribas on the Green Desk, focusing on innovative financial solutions for sustainability. He holds a Master’s in Business Administration from Fondazione CUOA and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Verona. Giovanni has developed strong expertise in capital markets, bonds, and interest rate derivatives. He is fluent in Italian, has professional working proficiency in English (IELTS 7.5), and basic knowledge of Spanish. His work has been recognized with several awards, including the BNP Paribas Innovation Award (2015), the Green Globe Banking Award (2014), and the Milano Finanza Innovation Award (2014).

Marshall Langer Program Director of Master in Finance

Marshall Langer is a native of Miami, Florida. He received his MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and has additionally taken extensive graduate coursework in Counseling Psychology at New York University. Marshall enjoyed a 12-year career in diverse business and finance sectors in the U.S. and Europe. He has worked on Wall Street on investment banking and risk arbitrage for firms like Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette as well as in trading for BNP Paribas. He further worked in the areas of corporate management, marketing strategy, management consulting, and real estate and he is also a Trained Group Counselor. Marshall has also taught at New York University’s Stern School of Business, Fordham University, University of Connecticut, Luiss University, and The American University of Rome. Marshall authored UN agency FAO Course guide: Fundamentals of International Business Management (Rome, 2006) and co-authored of Leveraged Buyouts (Rome, Kappa, 2012).

Nicola di Stefano Professor

He graduated in Philosophy from the University of Milan. During the same years, she obtained his diploma from the "G. Verdi" Conservatory. He earned his Ph.D. at the University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome and is currently a researcher at the Institute of Cognitive Science and Technologies (ISTC) of the National Research Council (CNR). His research focuses on musical aesthetics, the relationship between aesthetics and neuroscience, and the philosophy of technology. He has over 50 publications, including books, book chapters, and articles in scientific journals. Since 2016, he has been a contracted professor at the University of Arkansas (UARK Rome Center).

Career and Entrepreneurship Services

Throughout your International Master in Banking and Risk Management, you will be accompanied and supported by our Career Services team. With over 10 years’ experience in education, we help young talents and managers to build their future, guiding them along the path that best suits their capabilities, desires and professional goals.

To give our students the best support achieving their professional objectives, we’ve structured our Career Service into two core areas:

Occupational Pathways

The Occupational Pathways will help you develop the knowledge, market insights and tools that you need to pursue a successful career in a specific industry. You will benefit from valuable connections with top companies and recruiters. 

marketing master student attending careers fair

Entrepreneurial Pathways

Are you planning to start up your own business or dreaming about becoming the fresh and innovative driving force within an organization? We will equip you with skills and knowledge to discover, test and improve your entrepreneurial skills, develop a business idea and finally launch your own business.

rome business school student attending career fair

The master is particularly suitable for those who want to pursue a career in the following roles:

Risk Manager
Credit Risk Manager
Market Risk Manager
Operational Risk Manager
Investment Analyst
Portfolio Manager
Treasury Manager

Financial Analyst
Asset Manager
Finance Manager
Financial Consultant
Investment Banker
Financial Advisor
Compliance & Regulatory Risk Manager

Admission process

Rome Business School puts a lot of effort into upholding the highest level of excellence in the courses we offer. Because of this, all applicants must go through and successfully pass a selection process with the following structure in order to ensure the eligibility of the candidates:

Evaluation of credentials

Application Confirmation

Selection Interview

Admission

Enrollment

The admissions process’s purpose is to certify a candidate’s eligibility to enroll in the International Master in Banking and Risk Management. When evaluating candidates, the academic background, prior experiences in the Master’s programme themes, and motivation will all be taken into account. Following submission, the application will be examined by the Rome Business School’s academic committee. It is critical to include all required documentation in order to ensure the application’s acceptability.

International Master in Banking and Risk Management:

Financial Aid and Scholarships

Payment

Payment of the participation fee of € 9,400 be made in the following ways:

Installments from moments of enrollment (earlier enrollment for more installments)
Full Payment with an additional discount of -10%

Scholarships

Based on their personal profile, experience and proven motivation, the candidate may be awarded a scholarship to partially cover the participation fee. In fact, Rome Business School offers the most deserving candidates the opportunity to benefit from 7 different types of scholarships. These partial economic hedges can consist of 6 months of interest-free financing.

Early Enrollment Incentive
Lifelong Learning Scholarship
Academic Excellence Scholarship
Executive Women Scholarship
Entrepreneurial Grant
Better Managers for a Better World Scholarship
Student Loan Assistance Grant

Competition for scholarships increases as the starting date approaches and funds are limited, so it is advisable to apply as soon as possible.

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