The School

Why SDA Bocconi

Founded in 1971, SDA Bocconi School of Management is the international school based in Italy that leads the transformation of individuals to influence the future of people, organizations, and society.

Our educational offerings, built on rigorous and practical research, aim to transform individuals and organizations, equipping them with the tools to face the challenges of an ever-evolving global market.

They include MBA, Master, and Executive Master programs, as well as training programs developed in collaboration with companies.

SDA Bocconi is rooted in the strong tradition of Bocconi University, characterized by academic excellence and an entrepreneurial approach, offering a broad portfolio of courses and research activities. With its urban campus in Milan, one of the most sustainable in the world, a location in Rome, and a pan-Asian hub in Mumbai, SDA Bocconi stands out as a global benchmark.

The most recent rankings confirm our excellence: according to Bloomberg Businessweek, we are the 3rd business school in Europe, while the Financial Times ranks us 3rd worldwide for the Full-Time MBA and 5th in Europe among business schools.

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Our values

Our community is united around core values:

Social, ethical, and environmental responsibility

We believe the only real development is sustainable, and we cultivate responsible leaders.

Independence

We uphold genuine freedom of thought, free from cultural, political, and economic influences.

Critical Re-thinking

We foster new perspectives for analysis, research, and the professionals who choose us.

Scientific rigor

We evolve our knowledge alongside the world to consistently ensure its quality and reliability.

Imagination and creative passion

We promote innovation through a pioneering spirit and the courage to change the world as we know it.

Entrepreneurship

We not only educate but also stimulate the continuous pursuit of opportunities.

Centrality of people

We support individuals at every step and cultivate a community made of lasting, valuable connections.

Global vision

We embrace diversity and understand its value in a global context.

Management Board

Stefano Caselli

Dean

Lucia Benedetti

Managing Director

Catherine de Vries

Dean for International Affairs - Bocconi University

Associate Deans

Carlo Altomonte

Stakeholder Engagement Programs

Enzo Baglieri

Master Programs

David Bardolet

Asia Center

Leonardo Caporarello

Online Learning

Rossella Cappetta

Open Programs

Paola Cillo

Research (“Claudio Demattè” Research Division)

Giampaolo Gabbi

Corporate & Financial Institutions Executive Custom Programs

Alessandro Minichilli

Faculty

Francesco Perrini

Sustainability

Emanuela Prandelli

Global Executive Summer Programs

Rosanna Tarricone

Government, Health and Not for Profit

Directors

Amelia Compagni

Cergas

Leonardo Etro

International Executive Programs for CFI Division

Monica Otto

Executive Education for Government, Health and Not for Profit Division

Giovanni Tomasi

Domestic Executive Programs for CFI Division

Veronica Vecchi

Research, Innovation and International Programs for Government & Society

Staff Members

Francesco Arduini

Administration, Control and Faculty Support

Marialuisa Ortini

Business Development

Alessandro Pinna

Marketing & Communications

Debora Usai

HR and Quality Process

Francesco Billari (Rector - Bocconi University) and Riccardo Taranto (Managing Director - Bocconi University) are invited to attend the Management Board meetings.

Advisory Board

Ornella Barra

Chief Operating Officer, International Walgreens Boots Alliance

Francesca Bellettini

CEO, Yves Saint Laurent and Deputy CEO, Kering

Francesco Billari

Rector, Bocconi University

Riccardo Braglia

Executive Chairman, Helsinn SA

Stefano Caselli

Dean, SDA Bocconi School of Management

Laura Cioli

CEO, Sirti Group and Non-Executive Director, Mediobanca and Sofina

Marie-Christine Coisne

Chairman, Sonepar Group

Andrea Cuomo

Chairman, IWPrivate Investment and Founder, KnowCE

Mohamed Mansour

Chairman, Mansour Group

Michele Perrino

Vice President, Enterprise Accounts & Services Western Europe, Medtronic Italia SpA

Éloïc Peyrache

Dean, HEC Paris

Andrea Pignataro

Founder and CEO, ION Group

Bram Schot

Independent Non-executive Director of the Board of Directors, Royal Dutch Shell

Davide Serra

Founder and CEO, Algebris Investments

Giuseppe Soda

Professor of Organization Theory and Network Analysis, Bocconi University and former Dean, SDA Bocconi School of Management

Riccardo Taranto

Managing Director, Bocconi University

Tamika Tremaglio

Executive Director, NBPA - National Basketball Players Association

Peter Tufano

Harvard Business School and former Dean, Oxford Said

The Founder: Claudio Dematté

Biography