Intensive Program in Art Markets and Finance
A Global Perspective - Executive Program and Mama Concentration
To gain expertise in art markets and finance
The Intensive Program in Art Markets and Finance provides a comprehensive understanding of art market dynamics, encompassing trends in taste, cultural influences, and the pivotal roles of galleries and auction houses. As art increasingly becomes a significant investment with potential for substantial, uncorrelated returns, this program provides essential knowledge on market trends, valuation methods, and risk factors such as market demand fluctuations, authenticity, and legal issues. It emphasizes the importance of managing risks associated with the physical and financial aspects of art.
Participants explore legal and ethical considerations, including authenticity, provenance, copyright, and cultural heritage, and the institutional and regulatory frameworks essential for ethical business conduct. The program also addresses the evolving nature of the art market, including emerging trends like financialization and art lending. Engaging with key market players, participants gain insights into the roles of collectors, investors, galleries, advisors, fairs, and auction houses, equipping them with the expertise to navigate the complexities of the international art scene.
This Program in Art Markets and Finance is also available as a concentration within the Master in Arts Management and Administration (MAMA).
Who should apply
You are a professional looking to enhance your understanding of the intersection between art and finance.
You acquire an in-depth comprehension of the intricate dynamics between the art realm and financial markets.
Through a meticulously crafted and intense curriculum, participants undergo specialized training sessions, engage in peer-to-peer benchmarking exercises, and cultivate invaluable networking opportunities. This program caters to a diverse array of professionals entrenched within both the artistic, legal and financial sectors, encompassing a spectrum of roles and entities, ranging from seasoned art advisors to astute wealth managers.
It serves as an indispensable platform for entities and professionals actively involved in guiding art collectors, facilitating art investments, managing wealth portfolios, and providing bespoke art-related financial counsel.
By bringing together a cohort of like-minded professionals, the program facilitates vibrant discussions, knowledge exchange, and collaborative endeavors, thereby enriching the collective expertise of its participants and empowering them to navigate the nuanced complexities inherent in the convergence of art and finance.
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Program Counseling
Learning is never a linear journey—it is a path built together, combining specific training needs with practical tools tailored to individual challenges. Contact our Program Counselor for more detailed information about the program or to build a customized plan for you or your organization.
Your benefits:
A dedicated orientation meeting, either in-person or remotely, to identify learning needs and create a customized plan. Throughout the course, you will experience a tailored welcome to introduce you to the program and foster networking between participants and instructors. Upon completion, your evaluation will become a valuable contribution for continuous improvement of the offering.
How your organization benefits:
Training consultation with HR managers to analyze organizational needs and develop personalized projects. Ongoing progress monitoring and a final follow-up to share results and gather feedback, ensuring constant alignment with pre-set goals.
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Structure and contents
The program consists of 12 days, totaling 96 equivalent hours, and is built on 2 pillars.
The art market system
The pillars of the art market
The Art Market Talks offer a valuable chance to interact with experts in the field of art, exchanging ideas on best practices and real-world applications within the art sector. Regular engagement with esteemed guests and gaining insights into the financial implications of the art world will be integral components of the program.
Download the brochure to explore the topics covered and learn more about the distinguished faculty and guest speakers contributors from past editions:
Brunella Bruno, Bocconi University
Sharon Hecker, Art historian and curator
Renee Adams, Professor of Finance, Oxford University (TBC)
Jianping Mei, Professor of Finance, CKGSB and NYU Stern School of Business
Rachel Pownall, Professor of Finance, Maastricht University
Christl Novakovic, Global Head of Wealth UBS
Drew Watson, Senior Vice President, BANK OF AMERICA
Vincenzo De Bellis, Head of fairs ART BASEL
Will Korner, Head of fairs TEFAF
Giuseppe Marseglia, Head of Carabinieri for the Protection of Cultural Heritage
Sophie Neuendorf, Vicepresident ARTNET
Adriano Picinati di Torcello, Director Global art and Finance DELOITTE
Paula Trommel, Hauser & Wirth
Corrado Botta, Economics Department, Bocconi University
Italo Carli, Head of Arte Generali
Antonella Crippa, Art Advisor, IntesaSanPaolo
Michele Coppola, Executive Director Gallerie d’Italia, IntesaSanPaolo
Philippe Bouchet, Head of Art Services Europe, AXA XL
Anthea Peers, President Christie’s EMEA
Claudio Gulli, Director, Palazzo Butera Palermo
Vittorio Calabrese
Claudio Sanzò, Liutenent Colonel, Carabinieri
Silvia Beltrametti, School of Art Institute, Chicago
Susan Demenil, Art Antiquities Blockchain Consortium, Collector
Pierre Valentin, Art Lawyer
Will Korner, Head of Fairs, TEFAF
Calendar and information
Via Sarfatti 10, 20136 Milano
Calendar
- 02 - 07 marzo 2026On campus08:00 - 17:00
- 18 marzo 2026Maastricht (TEFAF) - Seminar in collaboration with Maastricht University08:00 - 17:00
- 19 marzo 2026Maastricht (TEFAF) - Visit to TEFAF Art Fair08:00 - 17:00
- 08 - 13 giugno 2026On campus07:00 - 16:00
- 20 giugno 2026Basel/Zurich (Art Basel) - Seminar in collaboration with UBS07:00 - 16:00
- 21 giugno 2026Basel/Zurich (Art Basel) - Visit to Art Basel07:00 - 16:00
Fees
€10,000 + VAT
The fee is exclusive of VAT and includes course materials and working lunches, art fair access, and seminar sessions.
Travel and accommodation expenses for the international seminars in Maastricht and Basel/Zurich are not included and are to be covered separately by participants.
Early Bird
A 10% reduction on the program fees offered to applications sent in by 2 January 2026.
SDA Bocconi Master Division Alumni are entitled to a 50% reduction on participation fees.
To take advantage of the discount, please enter your Alumnus status when registering by indicating "ALUMNI 50" in the notes section. Remember that without this indication, the discount will not be applicable.
Special payment terms
Bocconi Alumni
Bocconi Alumni are entitled to a 20% reduction on participation fees. To take advantage of the discount, please enter your Alumnus status when registering by indicating “ALUMNI 20” in the notes section. Remember that without this indication, the discount will not be applicable.
Women are good for business
To foster and contribute to women’s professional development, SDA Bocconi School of Management offers them until 8 March 2027 a 20% discount on the participation fee for all Executive Open Programs and Executive Online Programs.
Multiple enrollments
Companies, institutions and public bodies that enroll at least 3 participants in a single program are granted a 20% discount for each registration fee. The concession is not applicable for personal enrollment and must be formalized by the start date of the course.
Corporate education programs
In the case of learning needs involving several resources of the same company enrolled in more than one program, it is possible to define a customized plan from the specific needs of the organization. In this case, our Program Advisors are available to build with the client organizations ad hoc training plans with special pricing.
Partnerships and channel agreements
SDA Bocconi offers the possibility to initiate collaborations that allow them to expand the portfolio of educational trainings to be offered to their members. In this case, the School is available to evaluate partnerships and channel agreements so as to respond in a timely manner to the specific needs of the organization.
By attending at least 80% of the classes, you will receive a certificate of participation in the program and a digital badge to share with your network on LinkedIn.
Media
Il Sole24Ore - 20 February 25Una sconfitta della cultura se un dipinto viene visto come un bene di lusso
Il Sole24Ore - 18 March 25Le ripercussioni economiche e sociali delle restituzioni sul mercato dell'arte
Il Sole24Ore - 15 April 25L'Italia e la sfida della competitività nel mercato globale dell'arte
Il Sole24Ore - May 2025Trasparenza e mercato dell’arte. Perché la leva fiscale può essere la chiave
Program direction
This program aims at providing a sound understanding of the dynamics and specificities of the art market, focusing on the new market trends, the role of intermediaries, and the process of valuation of an artwork.
