Master in Corporate Finance

MCF
Enter the world of global finance

The Master in Corporate Finance (MCF) is an intensive and stimulating one-year program in English, designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to master the techniques and tools of international finance management and to drive innovation, whether you work for a company or an institution. We train an élite of highly skilled finance professionals, well-equipped to take their future career to the highest levels.

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Who is it for?

The Master in Corporate Finance (MCF) is the right Master for you if:

You are a young person, with an early-stage working experience, who want to develop your career in the finance function or financial industry (corporate financial management, banking & financial institutions, financial advisory, asset management, real estate).
You want to be provided with the most advanced techniques of financial management and offer high quality solutions to financial problems.
You want to combine practice and theory in just one year.
You want an internationally recognized qualification, obtained in one of the most prestigious Business School in an international class.
You are looking for a blend of leadership and respect for others, ethics, and appreciation of diversity.

Why choose us?

1. A challenging program to build a solid career

MCF is a specialized Master, 100% finance-focused, that gives you the chance to tackle financial tasks directly, without any additional training. It offers articulated content, and differentiated teaching methods to guarantee the best learning.

2. A global experience in finance

SDA Bocconi MCF students are offered the opportunity to complete their education either in New York or in Mumbai by joining the NY Track with Fordham University’s Master of Science in Global Finance (MSGF), or by attending the Mumbai Track at SDA Bocconi Asia Center.

3. An ideal structure for effective learning

The program is divided into 4 stages, from pre-courses in finance to seminars. The structure of the program is flexible and includes conferences, company visits and company presentations, mock interviews with HR, coaching, team building and other leisure initiatives. You will complete an intensive program in financial studies in one year, and you will benefit from the prestige of Università Bocconi and SDA Bocconi in Finance.

4. An engaging learning model

Different methodologies are used throughout the program: class sessions, case study discussions, simulations and role-playing exercises. The experience is also enriched with visiting professors and professional guest speakers, individual and group “hands on” assignments.

5. A pool of dedicated experts

The faculty includes over 20 teaching and research staff at SDA Bocconi, having strong links with the financial community. In addition, more than 10 senior executives from financial institutions and several companies’ financial departments make up the Advisory Board. MCF also hosts professional faculty and visiting professors from other top international universities and institutions that cooperate with SDA Bocconi.

6. A growing network, treasuring teamwork and diversity

The MCF network includes participants from several countries and widely varied professional backgrounds, lecturers, guest speakers, and the entire Bocconi Alumni Community. Bocconi professors, tutors, and visiting professors will offer a broad perspective. Business consultants, company managers and entrepreneurs will bring you their daily experience of managerial life: a fine blend of theory and practice, international network, treasuring teamwork and diversity.

7. Milano: not just a financial capital

The MCF gives you the chance to live and study in the heart of one of Europe’s most dynamic and productive regions. You will have the opportunity to discover everything that Milan has to offer as a symbol of Italian culture and style, in addition to being Italy’s financial and industrial capital. Although the program is very demanding, learning more about the city will certainly be an interesting part of your stay.

Highlights

100%

Finance focused

2 Int'l Tracks: NY + Mumbai

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66%

int'l students from 17 countries

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CFA

MCF is part of the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program

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CAIA

MCF is a CAIA (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst) Association Academic Partner

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92%

graduates found a new job 1 year after graduation

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FIRM

Partner Program

MCF has a proven record of employment opportunities for its graduates.

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Scholarships

14 TUITION WAIVERS 2020-2021 MCF EDITION

The MCF Class

35 Class Size

31%

Women

2.5 Years

Average Work Experience

26 Years

Average Age

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“Organizations operating in different industries have high expectations from Master graduates, especially in terms of their skills and abilities in Finance. The Master in Corporate Finance offers a framework of tools, highly focused content, proven teaching methods, solid roots in the entrepreneurial and institutional world, and an international perspective.”

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Alberto Dell'Acqua

MCF Director

What they say about us

Not only did the MCF give me the academic and practical tools necessary to make a jump in the financial services industry, it also represented an unforgettable experience from the human standpoint. I came across people from all around the world, got to know their culture and built life-lasting relationships.

Andrea Accatino - Italian

MCF 2018
Investment Analyst at Brightside Capital

MCF perfectly combines sophisticated academic knowledge and colorful extracurricular activities, which gave me a wonderful life experience in Italy and Europe. I fully updated my professional skills and acquired knowledge to help me manage work quickly and easily. Excellent and friendly colleagues from 17 countries also provided me with an international study and living environment. It was a wise choice for me to join MCF.

Yuwei Zhang - Chinese

MCF 2019
Junior Analyst Debt Capital Markets, Bank of China International Asia Limited, Hong Kong/Beijing

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Meet the MCF

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Jul 2020 13:00 - 19:00

Friday Chats

SDA Bocconi - Via Sarfatti, 10

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Apr 2020 10:00 - 17:00

Chat with the Recruiting&Admissions Team

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Apr 2020 13:30 - 14:30

MCF: Women in Finance

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Personalized Orientation

MCF is a challenge to be taken on with a strong dedication. The director and his team will be happy to arrange an individual orientation meeting at school to answer your questions and give you personalized advice.

We can also do this remotely by phone or Skype.

Write to md@sdabocconi.it to arrange your time slot.

SDA Bocconi organizes events and meetings throughout the year, both online and offline, where you can interact with directors, faculty, alumni, and staff.

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Contact us for more information, to arrange a meeting, request to visit the school, or attend a class.

Next Steps

Nov 2019

Applications Review Start

Go to admissions

17 Apr 2020

Deadline II

10 Jul 2020

Deadline III

23 Sep 2020

Program Start

MCF

Master in Corporate Finance

MCFEnter the world of global finance

Who is it for?

Why choose us?

Highlights

100%

Finance focused

2

Int'l Tracks: NY + Mumbai

66%

int'l students from 17 countries

CFA

MCF is part of the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program

CAIA

MCF is a CAIA (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst) Association Academic Partner

92%

graduates found a new job 1 year after graduation

FIRM

Partner Program

MCF has a proven record of employment opportunities for its graduates.

Scholarships

The MCF Class

35

Class Size

31%

Women

2.5

Years

Average Work Experience

26

Years

Average Age

What they say about us

Meet the MCF

Upcoming face-to-face meetings

Friday Chats

Upcoming online sessions

Chat with the Recruiting&Admissions Team

MCF: Women in Finance

Personalized Orientation

Next Steps

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