The MBA experience: learn, connect, transform
A world of perspectives: the value of diversity
Diversity at SDA Bocconi is more than a value—it’s the driving force behind a transformative learning experience. Our classrooms bring together bright minds from across the globe, each contributing their unique perspectives, backgrounds, and expertise. This exchange fosters innovation, broadens horizons, and prepares our participants to navigate the complexities of a global business environment.
As part of this commitment, our Class Profile reflects an extraordinary mix of nationalities, industries, and professional experiences, ensuring that every discussion is enriched by a variety of viewpoints. But we don’t stop there.
International Student Care is our way of ensuring that every participant, no matter where they’re from, feels at home at SDA Bocconi. Moving to a new country is exciting, but we know it comes with challenges. That’s why Francesca Roveda is here to support you every step of the way, from visas and permits to stay, to cultural integration and daily life tips.
Beyond this, our Program Management team plays a fundamental role in ensuring that every student is guided and supported throughout their on-campus journey. Acting as dedicated points of reference, our Program Managers provide personalized assistance, fostering an environment where students feel heard, valued, and cared for. We’re not just shaping your education—we’re shaping an experience that feels like home.
Need more details? Reach out to Francesca at francesca.roveda@sdabocconi.it
Inside-out learning: an experience without borders
At SDA Bocconi, learning extends far beyond the classroom. We believe that the most impactful experiences happen when knowledge is applied, connections are made, and perspectives are broadened. That’s why our extracurricular activities are designed to bring the business world to life and help you build lasting relationships along the way.
The architecture of our campus also reflects this philosophy. Designed with transparency, accessibility, and openness in mind, our buildings feature vast glass facades, open spaces, and seamless indoor-outdoor integration. This unique structure symbolizes our commitment to breaking down barriers, creating a continuous exchange of ideas and knowledge that extends far beyond the classroom.

Extracurricular activities
Every experience and challenge is an opportunity to refine your skills, expand your perspective, and step outside your comfort zone, deepening your understanding of diverse business landscapes. Here, you don’t just learn—you live the experience.
The MBA journey extends beyond the classroom, offering tailored study tours connected to specific concentrations. These immersive trips provide valuable hands-on exposure to global markets, innovative companies, and industry leaders, allowing students to apply their learning in real-world settings and explore business dynamics across different regions and sectors.
Industry Days further enrich the experience by bringing students face-to-face with top executives, entrepreneurs, and experts. These events offer the opportunity to engage in discussions, share insights, and explore current challenges and trends within various industries.
The Leadership Series and Masterclass provide students with access to cutting-edge knowledge and real-world leadership strategies. In the Leadership Series, influential executives share their perspectives on navigating complex business environments, decision-making, and innovation. Masterclasses, led by renowned experts, dive deep into emerging topics, allowing students to deepen their expertise in key areas that are shaping the future of business.
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.
Professional

Fosters interaction between aspiring consultants and the industry, offering resources and networking occasions to enhance skills and foster valuable relationships in management consulting.

Gathers students passionate about new businesses, technology and innovation, encouraging business creation, innovative ideas, and a startup mindset for personal and professional success.

Focuses on finance knowledge, training, and networking. Provides workshops, events, and resources to deepen financial expertise and prepare members for success in diverse finance roles.

Aims to broaden understanding of the healthcare industry and career, bridging theory and practice through networking, workshops, company visits, seminars and collaboration with experts.

Delves into luxury and arts industries with hands-on exposure and a deeper insight into the field, broadening knowledge of high-end markets, cultural expressions, and brand strategies.

Promotes knowledge and awareness of sustainability across all industries, strengthening relationships with key sectors that play a crucial role in fighting climate change.

Gathers tech enthusiasts eager to explore emerging technologies, collaborate on digital solutions, and connect with industry pioneers, fostering a forward-thinking culture of innovation.
Social Impact

Promotes ethical thinking and responsible leadership, guiding members to incorporate integrity, transparency, social responsibility, and a commitment to charity and giving back into business.

Elevates LGBTQIA+ visibility and inclusivity in business, providing supportive networks and alliances that foster respectful work environments and advocate for equality for all professionals.

Empowers women’s leadership through mentorship, networking, and development programs, equipping future leaders to overcome barriers and stereotypes and achieve gender parity in business.
Sport & Leisure

Leverages sailing as a leadership tool, orchestrating regattas, training, social gatherings and events to strengthen communication, strategic thinking, and team spirit on and off the water.

Gathers skiers and snowboarders for trips, competitions, and shared experiences in the mountains, using the slopes to foster community spirit and cultivate an active, adventurous mindset.
Ambassadors
Reach out to our ambassadors for first-hand insights. As current participants, they are willing to connect with prospective students, offering a genuine look into life at SDA Bocconi. Whether answering your questions, sharing their journeys, or providing insights on academics, networking and daily life, they serve as your best resource to understand what it truly means to be part of our community.
Europe
- Giulia D'InceccoItalian/GermanMBA 2025d'incecco.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Leonardo RicciFinancial Services/ Cosulting / Private EquityItalianMBA 2023leonardo.ricci3@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Filippo MunaroStrategy ConsultingItalianMBA 2023filippo.munaro@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Danilo SilvestriConsulting / Strategy ConsultingItalianMBA 2023danilo.silvestri@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Giada MigliariEnergy / ConsultingItalianMBA 2023giada.migliari@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Mauro Di DonnaInsights & AnalyticsItalianMBA 2023mauro.didonna2@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Davide FerrarioTech / Green EnergyItalianMBA 2023davide.ferrario2@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Sylvain FauchonTech / Luxury / OperationsFrenchMBA 2023sylvain.fauchon@mba.sdabocconi.it

North America
- David EsslingWealth Management / FintechAmericanMBA 2024essling.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- John VecchiettiM&A / Venture Capital / HealthcareAmericanMBA 2024vecchietti.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Micaela PasquesiBanking / Revenue ManagementAmericanMBA 2024pasquesi.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Jessica WoodisConsulting Services/digital/salesAmericanMBA 2025woodis.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Maggie MaddenPricing strategy/AgrifoodAmericanMBA 2025madden.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Roland Harfouche MartelCorporate Law/Real EstateAmericanMBA 2025martel.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

Latin America
- Alexa MallquiSupply Chain / Commercial PlanningPeruvianMBA 2024mallqui.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Gabriela NuéStructure Finance / Banking / Sustainable energyPeruvianMBA 2024nue.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Mariano TeodoriWines & spirits / Food & Beverages / FMCGArgentineanMBA 2023mariano.teodori@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Fabricio Fernandez StroiliInsuranceArgentineanMBA 2023fabricio.fernandez@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Arantxa RomeroFMCGPeruvianMBA 2023arantxa.romero@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Gabriel BonifasiInfrastructureGuatemalanMBA 2023gabriel.bonifasi@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Felipe Vega FinkPrivate EquityChileMBA 2023felipe.vegafink@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Paulo Arruda PereiraBrand Consultancy / TechBrazilianMBA 2023paulo.pereira@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Diego VillenaSales/Business Development/TechPeruvian / ItalianMBA 2025villena.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

Mediterranean Area & Middle East
- Antoine BassilR&D/Operations/ smart technologiesFrench/LebaneseMBA 2024bassil.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Majd RoufailHR tech/ Growth managementSyrianMBA 2024roufail.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

Asia
- Neeraj DaryananiAdvertising/Brand strategyIndianMBA 2025daryanani.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Ashmit GautamConsulting / DigitalIndianMBA 2024gautam.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Hariharan KatharajanBusiness transformation / Operation ExcellenceIndianMBA 2024katharajan.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Diya SinghBusiness Development/Growth management/TechIndianMBA 2024singh.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Divya SinghalStrategy/HealthcareIndianMBA 2024singhal.ambassador@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Mengjun KanConsulting / Information TechnologyChineseMBA 2023mengjun.kan@mba.sdabocconi.it

- Xianjie WangTech / Industry goods / HealthcareChineseMBA 2023xianjie.wang@mba.sdabocconi.it

Africa
- Paul OntongFintechSouth AfricanMBA 2023paul.ontong@mba.sdabocconi.it

Testimonials
My MBA in 60 seconds, Edoardo Boeri

My MBA in 60 seconds, Sophia Gri Quinn

Alumni network: your forever community
Graduation is not the end of your SDA Bocconi journey—it’s just the beginning of a lifelong connection. As part of our global Alumni Community, you’ll have continuous access to networking opportunities, exclusive events and a thriving professional ecosystem that supports you at every stage of your career.
Through the Bocconi Alumni Community (BAC), you can engage with a network of industry leaders, participate in regional chapter events, and benefit from mentorship opportunities. Our global Alumni Chapters play a key role in spreading the word and values of SDA Bocconi worldwide, fostering connections and creating opportunities in major business hubs across the globe. Stay connected, leverage your SDA Bocconi experience, and continue to be part of a community that extends far beyond the classroom.
















