The Bank of Italy has highlighted the opening of applications for the fourth edition of the second-level master's programme in Data Science for Public Decision Making. Offered by the University of Rome Tor Vergata in partnership with the Italian Revenue Agency and the Bank of Italy, the programme develops statistical, information technology and managerial skills for using data in public sector evaluation and decision-making. The programme lasts two years and is taught entirely in Italian. Training covers the collection, management and analysis of large datasets, alongside communicating findings and working in multidisciplinary teams. It is intended for Italian and international graduates with a suitable background in statistics and information technology who hold an eligible degree, including a master's or specialist degree or a four-year degree under the previous Italian university system. Applications close on Nov. 13, 2026.