University Bocconi Master of Science Programs in Italy 2024/25
All applicants may select up to 5 programs in the Bocconi application:
- MSc programs offered both in Italian and English represent two different choices;
- IM CEMS MIM, IM Asia China MIM and IM Asia DD Bocconi-Essec are considered separate choices.
For further details on application to IM CEMS MIM, IM Asia — China MIM and IM Asia — DD Bocconi-ESSEC visit the dedicated webpage (see Focus on)
Applicants to the Bocconi-LSE DD Program and Bocconi-Science Po DD Program are required to complete a different specific application (information available starting in late September)
International applicants who are going to apply only for “Politics and Policy Analysis” will not be required to have a selection test.
Before selecting the programs in the online application, we kindly invite applicants to check the Language of instruction of each Program (English or Italian). Please note that no change of program will be granted after the deadline for enrollment.
In the 5 selection rounds, International candidates are selected on the basis of a process that takes into consideration all elements of their profile, focusing on 3 compulsory elements of evaluation (applications will not be evaluated if any of the 3 following elements is missing):
- Results of the GMAT/GRE test, or the Bocconi online test
- Grade point average of exams passed in the Undergraduate program
The undergraduate GPA and transcripts are an indication of the applicant’s previous academic performance. No particular scores are required to participate in the selections. - Evaluation of theCurriculum vitae / Resumée and Personal Statement
The Director of the Master of Science program will evaluate the various documents and information included in the dossier and verify the applicant’s overall profile, experience and knowledge.
Motivational letters/CV supporting the candidate’s application must be in English.
You can also upload a Video presentation (optional) in English on the Kira Talent platform as an additional element to your application.
IM CEMS MIM, IM Asia China MIM, and IM Asia Bocconi-ESSEC Double Degrees: further elements of evaluation are required (a personal statement and a COMPULSORY video presentation) for applicants to the IM CEMS MIM and/or IM Asia Bocconi-ESSEC Double Degree international programs, which strongly weighs qualitative/motivational aspects.
Applicants can enter the selection process if they acquire/have acquired a valid and recognized 1st cycle qualification (Undergraduate level). Check here those considered valid and recognized.
- The qualification must be acquired by and no later than October 2024 or the first graduation session available after the summer break, if available after October 2024.
Preferential consideration for admission is given to applicants whose undergraduate work is still underway or was concluded less than two years prior to the moment of application. Applicants with other profiles are considered subsequently.
Students enrolled in a Double Degree program should participate in admissions according to the first University of enrollment. For example, students enrolled in a Russian University for a Double Degree program with an Italian University should participate in the admissions process as International Applicants.
For selection purposes, English certifications are not required, BUT, in case of admission, a valid English language requirement MUST be provided by the enrollment deadline and in any case by the end of June 2024.
We invite candidates to check here the English language requirements needed in case of admission.
How to apply
In order to participate in the selection it is necessary to:
- submit an online application through the My Application portal (How it works?)
- Pay the application fee of €100 (for each submitted application)
To pay you have to login in to the Bocconi Store and follow the steps below:
- Login with your Username and Password of “My application” Portal
- Choose the option “ADMISSIONS OFFICE” and push the button “PROCEED”
- Choose the corresponding selection product you are applying for, and push the button “PROCEED”
- Follow the instructions to make the payment and push the button “MAKE PAYMENT”