Global Leaders Program
The competence-boosting summer experience
Gain new perspectives to navigate contemporary complexity
In a world that is changing continuously and at a rapid pace, with implications at all levels - economic, political, socio-demographic - intertwining with digital transformation and the development of artificial intelligence, top managers find themselves facing increasingly complex and multifaceted challenges.
In this context, to stay relevant and drive positive change, it becomes essential for them to broaden their perspectives and approach the new challenges from unique angles, redefining their leadership skills and influencing abilities.
Through the contributions of highly prominent speakers, SDA Bocconi’s new Global Leaders Program engages participants into economically and geopolitically significant topics that are central to the contemporary discourse, at the same time focusing on the most pressing managerial issues related to digital and sustainable transformations.
The program draws its strength from the combination of robust managerial knowledge and one-to-one interactions with peers in other industries, creating a diverse ecosystem that engages senior executives in a high-profile multicultural network. Equally integral to the program is the opportunity to immerse in the culture and environment of Italian excellence, by directly experiencing realms of excellence in art, culture, design, and fashion.
Who should apply
The program is for a selected pool of top executives from around the world who spent significant time in the role of senior managers, entrepreneurs, or company officers in leading organizations.
The goal is to build a diverse, inclusive, and high-profile learning experience.
SDA Bocconi Executive Education Certificate
To navigate the evolution of the macroeconomic landscape and organizations, it is essential to broaden your managerial skills. Education plays a central role in this process. Together with our Program Advisors, you can design the learning path that best suits your needs, choosing from various formats to shape your professional growth.
Program Advisory
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 team of Program Advisors, and together we will design the ideal learning path for you or your team, ensuring alignment with your goals.
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 5 days and is built on 4 pillars and 2 modules
Content booster
Dive into the hottest economic and managerial topics led by prominent speakers
Networking
Connect with a diverse and international ecosystem of peers
Italian excellence
Delve into realms of Arts, Culture and Design
Time for oneself
Step back from daily activities and develop new perspectives
Macro Scenarios
On the first two days, the course will focus on the following topics:
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Among the speakers of the past sessions:
- Stefano CaselliDean, SDA Bocconi
- Mario MontiSenator for life, Italian Republic - President, Javotte Bocconi - Honorary President, Institute for European Policy-Making Bocconi University
- Francesco Candeloro BillariRector, Bocconi University
- Andrea SironiPresident, Bocconi University
- Carlo AltomonteAssociate Dean for Stakeholder Engagement Programs, SDA Bocconi
- Valentina BosettiProfessor of Environmental and Climate Change Economics, Bocconi University
Organizational challenges
For the last three days, the program will focus on:
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Among the speakers of the past sessions:
- Gianmario VeronaFull Professor Department of Management and Technology
- Riccardo ZecchinaFull professor of Theoretical Physics and Chair in Machine Learning
- Walter SusiniProfessor of Practice of Marketing
- Emanuela PrandelliGlobal Leaders Program Director
- Andrea RuraleMaster in Arts Management and Administration Director
- Alfonso GambardellaProfessor in the department of Management & Technology
- Stefano PogutzMBA Director
- Sylvie GoulardProfessor of Practice in Global affairs and Geopolitics
- Paola ProfetaDean for Diversity Inclusion and Sustainability and Full Professor of Public Finance
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Director
Emanuela Prandelli holds a Ph.D. in Management from Università Bocconi, where she is Associate Professor at the Department of Management and Technology. She is also LVMH Associate Professor of Fashion and Luxury Management. Since 2022, she is Associate Dean for Global Executive Summer Programs at SDA Bocconi School of Management, where she is the Director of the Master in Fashion, Experience & Design Management (MAFED).
Emanuela Prandelli
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General Information
Program Location
On-campus training will take place at Bocconi School of Management,
Via Sarfatti 10, 20136 Milan - Italy
Admissions
Admission to the program is highly selective, to guarantee a composition of the class that at the same time maximizes profile consistency and background diversity.
Medical Certificate
To access the activities organized at the sports center, participants must have a non-competitive medical certificate with an ECG. A medical service will be available for those who need to obtain the certificate.
Fees
€ 19.500 + VAT
The fee includes lunches, dinners, and all experiential activities organized during the program.
Special payment terms
For corporate clients
Companies registering two participants will be offered a complimentary third registration.
Bocconi Alumni
On the occasion of Bocconi Homecoming, all Bocconi Alumni can benefit from a special 20% reduction on the participation fee for SDA Bocconi’s Executive Education programs. To take advantage of this opportunity, simply enter “ALUMNI 20” in the notes field of the registration form. A chance to keep growing with the strength of the Bocconi Community.
Women are good for business
To foster women’s education in management and contribute to their professional development, SDA Bocconi School of Management offers them a 20% reduction on the participation fee.
Early Bird
A 10% reduction on the program fee is offered to applications sent in by April 29, 2025.
Program Organization Team
Participants will be supported throughout the duration of the program by a dedicated team of professionals that will be a point of reference for all organizational matters.
