In today’s increasingly complex and interconnected global scenario, geopolitical and regulatory variables have become strategic drivers of business decisions. This course provides students with analytical and practical tools to understand how international dynamics, the evolution of the European regulatory framework, and institutional developments impact corporate strategies, value chains, foreign market operations, and risk management.

Through an interdisciplinary and hands-on approach, the course blends theory and real-world case studies with a strong focus on practical application. Lectures will feature contributions from experts from national and international institutions, think thanks, Italian MFA, government agencies, major corporations, and consulting firms. Interactive sessions will explore key topics such as trade policy, compliance and sanctions, country risk, supply chain security, public-private cooperation, intellectual property protection, etc..