Rome’s Luiss University has secured a place among the world’s top 20 universities for finance, according to the latest Financial Times Masters in Finance – Pre-experience ranking. The prestigious British economic newspaper ranked Luiss’s Master’s degree in Corporate Finance twentieth out of 70 international institutions, with only one other Italian university featured.
This marks a significant rise for Luiss, which climbed seven positions since first appearing in the ranking in 2024. The Financial Times evaluates programmes annually based on stringent criteria including graduate employment rates, salary growth, and alumni satisfaction.
Luiss’s notable improvements include an increase in employment within three months after graduation, rising from 92% to 94%. Its course and international exchange experience ranked tenth globally, while graduate career progression improved from 16th to 12th place. The university’s Career Service also performed strongly, moving up to 18th place worldwide thanks to deeper integration with the business sector.
Additionally, the university is making strides towards greater gender balance among its students and staff, reflecting a commitment to diversity.
Rector Paolo Boccardelli welcomed the achievement, saying: “This position confirms our growing ability to compete with leading European and global universities. The Financial Times ranking highlights the strength of the Luiss model, built on a cosmopolitan faculty, international student experience, and strong ties to the professional world. This allows continuous updating of courses and high graduate employability.”
He added that the recognition encourages Luiss to meet future challenges, including the impact of artificial intelligence and geopolitical complexities, while preparing future leaders for global careers.
The university said the accolade reinforces Luiss Business School’s reputation as a hub for cultivating talent, managers, and professionals ready for prominent international roles.
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