Dr. Laura Cianciarelli

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Laura Cianciarelli is a researcher and analyst specializing in Islamic studies and the sociology of organizations and cultures. She holds a Master’s degree in Interpreting and Translation from UNINT University, Rome, and a second-level Master's in Economics and Institutions of Islamic Countries from LUISS Guido Carli. Laura has served as a teaching assistant in Sociology of Terrorism and has collaborated on research projects at the International Security Observatory. Since 2019, she has been working as an analyst focusing on the MENA region's international security at the OSS MED. Currently pursuing PhDs in Religious Sciences and Sociology, Laura also teaches Arabic Culture and Civilization at Columbus Academy, emphasizing her expertise in Arabic studies, religious sciences, and Islamic studies.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Collaborator

— Present

OSS MED - Osservatorio la Stabilità e Sicurezza del Mediterraneo allargato • Rome

Analyzing international security issues concerning the MENA region.

Teaching Contract in Arabic Culture and Civilization

— Present

Columbus Academy • Rome

Instructing students on Arabic culture and civilization.

PhD Research Assistant

— Present

FTL-USI • Lugano

Assisting Professor Markus Krienke in research duties.

Requirements for Università della Svizzera italiana

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
GMAT
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Economics or related disciplines At least 180 ECTS credits
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Official transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Letter of motivation
  • English language certificate
  • GMAT/GRE (Mandatory for non-EU/non-EFTA)
  • Copy of passport/ID
Specialization Notes

Department of Finance - Master in Finance (MFIN).