Full-Time MBA
Change together, lead with impact.
At SDA Bocconi, we believe in the power of transformation and impact. Our Full-Time MBA program, guided by the motto "Change Together, Lead with Impact" empowers you to unlock your potential for greatness. Embrace change fearlessly, harnessing it as a catalyst for innovation and personal growth.
With a focus on collaboration and diversity, in an intimate and welcoming environment, you'll thrive in a close-knit setting where your unique perspective converges with others, forging lifelong connections and strong networks. You will nurture exceptional leadership skills and inspire others to excel, leaving a lasting impact on your organization and the community. Together, we will drive positive change that goes beyond the bottom line, creating a more sustainable and prosperous future for all.
Our Full-time MBA is recognized as a game changer in the careers of its graduates.
The program's high level of scientific prominence, innovative teaching methods, and impact in academic research has recently led to an unprecedented achievement:
ranking #4 globally
and #2 in Europe
- Words from the DirectorStefano Pogutz - MBA Academic Director
- Welcome to your future - Non stop MBA Experience
Who is it for?
Our program is designed for professionals ready to make the famed ‘triple jump’ in their career - a change in industry sector, function, or country - or for those who want to take one step further towards a full-fledged career in general management.
MBA 2024-2025 (51st edition)
Why choose us?
A Full-Time MBA offers intensive learning, networking, and personal growth opportunities. With a comprehensive curriculum, real-world experience, and faculty access, it provides a supportive environment for leadership development.
A diverse student body and global exposure enhance business acumen, while networking and collaboration opportunities build a strong professional network.
Comprehensive Business Education- Covers traditional business disciplines: finance, marketing, strategy, and operations
- Includes four additional concentrations: Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Private Investment, Customer Experience Management, and Luxury Business Management
- Multidisciplinary approach for a diverse skill set and interconnected business understanding
Networking Opportunities- Provides ample networking opportunities
- Connects students with candidates, alumni, faculty, and industry experts
- Aids in future career growth, business partnerships, and job access
- Boasts a strong alumni network of over 130,000 professionals worldwide
Career Development Center- Dedicated Career Development Center for extensive career support
- Key partner for MBA candidates seeking career growth
- Invites recruiting companies to campus to enrich international talent pipeline
Career Advancement- Boosts career prospects significantly
- Equips participants with knowledge and skills for leadership roles
- Aimed at excelling in management positions
Prestige and Reputation- Consistently ranked among top Business Schools globally
- Recognized by prominent rankings like Financial Times
Highlights
Calendar and contents
51th Edition 2025 - 2026
The Opening Week is an intensive bootcamp designed to immerse you in the essence of your upcoming academic year. Day One introduces you to the school and your MBA curriculum, followed by 3 days dedicated to understanding your diverse class environment and career aspirations. The week culminates in an ethics-focused workshop, laying a strong foundation for your education and sense of community.
The sequences of Business Fundamentals take place in 2 modules from Sept 2024/ April 2025:
Module 1 (September/December)
Module 2 (January/April)
This sequence represents the competence requirements of a global manager.
Choosing a concentration allows you to focus on a specific managerial subject that fits your preferences and skills. Each concentration is organized around 4 core courses plus 3 electives, chosen from a broad number of relevant topics in today’s business world. Concentrations contain a range of teaching approaches, with active-based and hands-on methods, including simulations, bootcamps and study tours.
- Building Your Venture from the Ground Up
- ESG and sustainable finance
- Managing Geopolitical Risks
- Decision analysis
- Family Business
- Internships or work experience
- Management Frontiers
- Personal Skills
- Industry Labs
- Internships or work experience
Study Tours Related to Concentrations
- Luxury Business Management Study Tour
- Innovation and Finance Study Tour
The Middle East Study Tour
We organize a grand finale worthy of this great adventure that is the SDA Bocconi MBA.
Other features of the Full-time MBA
Alongside the activities that make up its main structure, the SDA Bocconi Full-time MBA offers you other initiatives to support and enrich your overall preparation and give you an alternative look at some aspects of business, the economy, and our society.
Optional MBA Online Pre-CoursesStarting from April the School provides online pre-courses that include Introduction to Financial Accounting, Quantitative Methods, Macroeconomics and Microeconomics. These courses are not compulsory for all students, but may be required for those without a background in economics and management. This is an early bird enrolment advantage that allows candidates to access their MBA personalized training, with dedicated faculty, much earlier than the actual MBA start.
Italian Language and Digital Upskilling
You do not need to know the Italian language to attend our MBA, but you probably do not want to miss the opportunity to improve your language skills, particularly if you want to look for a job in Italy. From September to June we offer an italian course for students to improve their language skills. Basic knowledge in the digital age goes beyond learning a spoken and written language and some basic computing tools. This is why, in the first few months of our MBA program, we also provide courses in Microsoft Excel (online) as well as the Bloomberg package for Finance and Quantitative Analysis, PYTHON Coding and Application course, etc.
Leadership SeriesThis is an initiative organized to expose our students to knowledge and experience from top leaders of international companies. A unique opportunity to learn from their hands-on experience and talk with them.
Special SeminarsSpecial Seminars tackle cutting-edge, impactful topics by informally meeting influential experts. On these occasions, external speakers as well as SDA Bocconi and Bocconi faculty members come for talks on topics of interest. MBA students can discuss current issues in a timely fashion and naturally develop a habit to promptly compare the concepts seen in class with real-life cases.
Industry Days - Unlocking New Horizons!Industry Days offer students a unique platform to network, essential for enhancing opportunities in job hunting and career advancement. These events provide an unparalleled opportunity to immerse oneself in diverse industries, gaining firsthand insights into their intricacies and vast potential.
During these sessions, students gain valuable knowledge about how various industries operate, stay updated on the latest trends shaping their landscapes, and understand the challenges they face. Moreover, the program incorporates a Sport Day, providing a dynamic environment for students to compete in sports activities while fostering collaboration with the Master FIFA and other Master programs at SDA Bocconi.
Learning ModelThe structure of the program is demanding and requires you to be fully committed, but in turn provides you with the necessary edge to learn and develop the right skills, tools, and command over processes.
The program employs a variety of teaching methods, ranging from traditional lesson to case analysis, business games, simulations, workshops, seminars, online learning, group tutoring, action-learning experiences, bootcamp, out-of-the-classroom field trip and experiments. And much more.
Faculty
In a world of abrupt discontinuities and planetary challenges, our MBA aspires to be a game changer for the careers of our students, providing a unique experience, where craftsmanship and flexibility are intrinsic to our approach.
We are committed to shaping leaders that go beyond the rigorous learning of business fundamentals, combining entrepreneurial spirit with a mindset for organizational citizenship.
Admissions
We seek highly motivated candidates with clear career goals and a commitment to excellence. Our rigorous selection process ensures a dynamic, diverse, and high-achieving MBA class each year.
Our goal is to ensure this demanding path aligns with your aspirations.
Requirements:
- Degree certificate, transcript of the grades
- Application Form
- Video pre-interview
- Professional experience, detailed CV
- Proficiency in English
- GMAT or GRE
- Two References
- Sponsoring company application
- Interview
Fees and Scholarships
Our MBA requires substantial commitment, but the returns—both personal and professional—are unmatched.
The tuition fee of €82,000 is payable in four installments, and multiple merit-based scholarships and tuition waivers are available each year to support outstanding candidates, thanks to the ongoing generosity and vision of our partner companies and other organizations, as well as alums, and current students.
A significant commitment today, an investment that pays off for a lifetime.
Student Clubs
Clubs are a key part of the SDA Bocconi experience, fostering connections and sparking new ideas through exchanges among students, Faculty, Alums, and industry professionals. Led by students, they require strong management skills to secure funding, develop business plans, and handle relationships with the press and private firms, making them a dynamic platform for learning and collaboration.
