Università Roma Tre

The organization of the Italian system of government has undergone a profound transformation, characterized by progressive decentralization. Beginning with the creation of the regions in 1970 and continuing with the reform of Title V of the 2001 , the central government has transferred more and more responsibilities to local governments.
Therefore, knowledge of local government finance is essential for both public sector job seekers and private sector professionals involved in public administration. The study of local government finance is made even more important by the process of European integration, which has redefined the fiscal responsibilities of European Union and nation-state governments.