Academics and Life at Bocconi. Bachelor Programs and Services. Università Commerciale. Luigi Bocconi

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1 Academics and Life at Bocconi Bachelor Programs and Services Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi

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3 CONTENTS Welcome! 3 Bocconi at a Glance 4 Studying at Bocconi 7 Why Choose a Bachelor at Bocconi? 7 Teaching and Program Structure 7 Foreign Languages 8 International Opportunities 8 Heading to Work 10 Our Programs in English 11 International Economics and Management 12 International Economics and Finance 14 International Politics and Government 16 World Bachelor in Business 18 Bachelor Programs in Italian 20 Life on Campus 21 The Campus 21 Resources and Facilities 21 Student Life 22 Timeline: Getting to Bocconi 24 How to Apply 26 Overview 26 Admissions Procedures for International Applicants 26 The Admissions Process 28 Useful Information About Study Paths 30 Admissions Procedures for the World Bachelor in Business 31 Fees, Financial Aid and Housing 32 University Tuition and Fees 32 Financial Aid and Scholarships 32 Student Loans 34 Housing 34 Bocconi s Educational Offer 35 Campus Map 36

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5 Welcome! Choosing Bocconi means becoming part of an internationally-recognized community, with a reputation based on the high quality of our teaching, research and relations with businesses and institutions. Our campus is located in the heart of Milan, where the Expo 2015 event will be hosted this year. Here, you can study and work with classmates and professors from all over the world, growing and learning in a rich and stimulating academic environment. We are committed to investing in programs with an international perspective and the number of courses and degrees held in English increases every year. In , in fact, we are proud to present the new Bachelor of International Politics and Government, a degree program in the field of Political Science aimed at those students who strongly believe in the importance of good policy-making. Students can interact with faculty in class and through group projects, while optional internships offer hands-on experience. Moreover, you have the opportunity to participate in several study abroad programs at international universities. You will also have access to initiatives involving culture, arts, sports and debates, making university life exciting and an essential part of your personal and professional growth. All of this, from a classroom on campus to an internship in another country, is designed to pursue one goal: to provide you with a solid education. The status this University enjoys around the world derives from our ability to support you as we achieve that goal together. We look forward to welcoming you to Bocconi soon! Dean, Undergraduate School 3

6 BOCCONI AT A GLANCE Student Facts and Figures* 14,111 1,572 7, % Total students enrolled at Bocconi International students Students enrolled in Bachelor programs International students enrolled in Bachelor programs Student Facts and Figures* International Bachelor students by origin 3.6% 1.1% 12.3% 2014 Rankings FINANCIAL TIMES MASTERS IN FINANCE PRE-EXPERIENCE MSc in Finance 8 th worldwide FINANCIAL TIMES MASTERS IN MANAGEMENT CEMS MIM program 5 th worldwide 12 th worldwide MSc in International Management 83.0% International Bachelor students by secondary school diploma Europe Asia & Oceania North & South America Africa QS WORLD UNIVERSITY RANKINGS BY SUBJECT Finance and Accounting 7 th in Europe 31 st worldwide 44.8% 30.3% IB International Baccalaureate French Baccalaureate GCSE/A Level Other diplomas 5 th in Europe 20 th worldwide Economics & Econometrics 5.0% 19.9% 4

7 2013 International Facts and Figures 230 3,483 1, % 1,752 Leading partner schools in 50 countries worldwide Outgoing students each year: 2,030 for study abroad opportunities 1,453 for work abroad opportunities Incoming students each year from partner schools MSc graduates employed abroad Internship and job opportunities offered abroad Bachelor Graduates Statistics** 88.5% 77.4% 36.6% 1.8 months Continue their studies with a Master of Science or Specialized Master program Rate of employment one year after graduation for graduates not continuing their studies Work abroad The average time needed for job placement * A.y ** Survey of graduates, 12 months after graduation

8 Milan and Expo 2015 Bocconi lies in the heart of Milan, a cosmopolitan, modern city that combines the best of Italy s yesterday and today. It is the country s business, design, fashion and music capital, and also rich in art, history and culture, such as the world-renowned La Scala Opera house, the huge gothic Cathedral Duomo, the medieval Castello Sforzesco and Leonardo Da Vinci s Last Supper. Milan is the main financial, industrial and commercial center of Italy. It is this country s most international and dynamic city, where foreign-born citizens make up almost 17% of the resident population. Moreover, 25% of the total foreign students enrolled in Italian universities are in Lombardy, with 8 out of 12 Lombard universities located in the greater Milan area.* Milan is also known as The Fashion Capital of the World for the many brands and shops that are based in the city. It is home to Italy s biggest banks and insurers, as well as the Italian Stock Exchange. The city offers a rich and diverse entrepreneurial sector, being home to almost 3,000 multinational companies that offer an ideal starting point for any international career. In fact, Milan was ranked 2 nd in the 2014 QS Best Student Cities for Employer Activity ranking. Located in a strategic position in Northern Italy, Milan is a gateway towards Europe and is close to a multitude of other interesting Italian cities and attractions. Venice and Florence are just a few short hours away by train. Skiing and the snow-capped Alps are just an hour north. The seaside and quaint villages of Liguria and Cinque Terre are also only a couple of hours away. Finally, Milan is getting ready to host Expo 2015, a non-commercial Universal Exposition, around the theme of Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life. Open from May to October 2015, the Expo will host over 130 participating countries and is expected to welcome over 20 million visitors, who will experience a unique journey around the world, sampling the food and traditions of people from all over the globe. Bocconi will be involved with events, meetings and student competitions related to the subjects of the Expo. * Assolombarda 2014

9 S TUDYING AT BOCCONI contacts that the University and faculty members have cultivated with companies and institutions all over the world, and getting support when entering the job market through various services and initiatives. Teaching and Program Structure Each academic year is divided into two terms (the Fall semester, from September to January, and the Spring semester, from February to June). Courses last one semester and exams are generally divided into two parts (with partial exams): this helps you keep up with your studies. On average, class groups are made up of 120 students, and later in the program courses become more and more interactive with small group work, research and presentations assigned periodically. This gives classmates the opportunity to have a direct relationship with the faculty and other students in the program. Lectures are also generally held either in the morning or the afternoon, allowing time for individual study and group projects during the rest of the day. Attendance is not compulsory but it is strongly advised. Why Choose a Bachelor at Bocconi? Studying at Bocconi is a challenging experience, but one that offers gratifying returns on the time and energy you will expend. Your education here means: Entering an institution renowned for its academic teaching and research, a point of reference in the areas of business, economics and social sciences, both in Italy and abroad Being part of a truly international community, with students and teachers from all over the world, in a multicultural setting with an exchange of ideas and knowledge that is unmatched in the rest of Italy Learning from up-to-date and innovative content and interactive teaching methods with exercises, simulations, case studies, guest speakers and seminars Sharing our international approach by learning at least two compulsory EU languages, taking part in one of the many international study and work abroad opportunities, and studying every subject with an international perspective Connecting with the professional world, thanks to a network of The study plan includes: Compulsory courses Elective courses (chosen by the student) Two EU languages (compulsory for all programs) Computer Skills* A final paper Each course is assigned a given number of credits, as you can see on the study plan of each program. One credit point corresponds to an average of 25 hours of work, divided as follows: 8-10 hours of classroom activities (lessons, exercises, seminars) and 15 hours of individual study. The Bachelor of International Economics and Management and the Bachelor of International Economics and Finance share a common curriculum basis with the Bachelor programs in Italian (except for Economia e management per arte, cultura e comunicazione, which has a specific curriculum). If you are enrolled in one of the common * All undergraduate students will be required to obtain the ECDL (European Computer Driving License - 7 modules) in order to access the Computer Skills for Economics course and exam (3 credits) during their first year of study 7

10 curriculum-based programs you have the opportunity to change your program after the first three semesters, depending on merit and availability of spots. Within the various programs, it is also possible to switch from a program taught in English to one in Italian or vice versa. Foreign Languages All Bocconi Bachelor programs require students to study two compulsory foreign languages. Students attending Bachelor programs taught in English can choose as their first foreign language either English or another EU language including French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish. The first language course takes place during the first year, while the second language course will be completed during the second year of study. Students may choose from among French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish as their second foreign language. Regular foreign language exams may be replaced with a valid international foreign language certificate, duly recognized by Bocconi, which will be assigned a grade. Our Language Center also offers extracurricular language and culture courses in Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese and Russian. All students have access to a language lab, a classroom set up for multimedia learning and practice materials. For more information: International Opportunities Each year, Bocconi offers undergraduate students a wide range of study abroad opportunities, including short-term programs such as Campus Abroad, which last one month during breaks in the academic year, and long-term programs such as Exchange programs, where participants attend a single term at a partner university during the 3 rd year of the program (during the 4 th or 5 th year for Law students). Bachelor students can also take part in Free Mover Summers, which last 3-5 weeks at international partner schools, while Law students can participate in the THEMIS program, which awards not only a Bocconi degree but also an international certificate issued by prestigious partner schools. 8 For more information:

11 Partner Universities in the Undergraduate Exchange Network* * Last updated January

12 Undergraduate Campus Abroad 2014 University of Technology, Sydney (Australia) American University in Dubai, Dubai (UAE) Georgetown University McDonough School of Business, Washington (US) Northwestern University, Chicago (US) Simon Fraser University Beedie School of Business, Vancouver (Canada) Fudan University, Shanghai (China) Partner Universities Include Yale University London School of Economics Princeton University and Political Sciences The University of Chicago ESADE Barcelona Columbia University HEC Paris University of Pennsylvania National University New York University of Singapore Northwestern University Indian School of Business University of Minnesota Hyderabad University of California Tsinghua University Duke University The Hong Kong University The University of Texas of Science and Technology at Austin Keio University Tokyo University of Southern The University of Sydney California 10 Heading to Work Bocconi students are regularly prompted to get in touch with companies and the job market. A wide network of relations and an ongoing dialogue with the business community and professional settings from all sectors has been developed at the University, allowing for continuous interaction with the demands and changes of the market. Bachelor program structures include the opportunity to replace one of the last elective courses with an internship experience: students can spend 3-12 weeks at an Italian or international company, experiencing functions and specific activities within the chosen area. The academic calendar has been organized to allow time for students to attend internships during the summer. Furthermore, a series of programs and initiatives are organized by the Career Service both on campus and online, to help students get to know the job market and to help graduates get in touch with employers. Bocconi&Jobs, the University s career event dedicated to recruiting, is held each year in Milan as well as in London and Shanghai: this is the major recruiting event organized to offer all Bocconi students the opportunity to meet Italian and international employers from all industry sectors. Finally, JobGate, an online platform, is available to offer internships and placement opportunities dedicated to Bocconi students in Italy and abroad. For more information:

13 OUR PROGRAMS IN ENGLISH

14 International Economics and Management Why choose this program? You will master management tools typical of companies with significant international exposure Content is tailored to give you a strong preparation in the field of international economics and business and a distinctive international perspective You will learn to understand and analyze the dynamics of globalization of cultures and operations and the relationships among countries at the European and extra-european levels Through a comparative approach, you will study how cultural differences can influence management decisions, and how institutions, firms and the financial system as a whole operate in the global context With this program, students enter an academic environment where teaching quality goes hand in hand with research excellence. Bocconi has a long and distinguished track record in both Economics and Management and today is a world leader in these fields. This Bachelor brings these traditions together into a unique program that has a strong international perspective. With close interaction with professors who are at the forefront of world knowledge and students from more than 35 countries worldwide, our student body establishes international social networks that will last a lifetime. Arnstein Aassve Faculty Member 12

15 Study Plan* 1 st year CP Semester I Management 12 Mathematics - Module 1 (General) 8 Economics - Module 1 (Microeconomics) 9 29 Semester II Economics - Module 2 (Macroeconomics) 8 Computer Skills for Economics 3 Mathematics - Module 2 (Applied) 7 Economic History 6 First foreign language nd year Semester I Introduction to the Legal System - Module 1 6 Accounting and Financial Statement Analysis 11 Financial Markets and Institutions 6 Statistics 8 31 Semester II European Economic Policy 6 International Economics 6 Introduction to the Legal System - Module 2 6 Corporate Finance 6 Leadership and Managerial Skills Seminars 2 Second foreign language rd year Semester I Applications for Management 6 4 compulsory courses chosen from: 24 - Organization Theory - Marketing - Public Management - Technology and Innovation Management - Managerial Accounting CSR & Ethics in Business (seminar) 2 32 Semester II Business Strategy 6 Globalization, Societies and Institutions (seminar) 2 Comparative Business and European Law 7 Elective 1 or internship 6 Elective 2 6 Final Report 3 30 Total credit points 180 Program Features The program structure starts with a similar curriculum basis as many of the other Bachelor programs, thereby giving you rigorous training in the key subjects, though always aiming for an international perspective. While attending core courses, you will study public and private organizations working at a global level, the main business functions (marketing, organization, technologies, finance, etc.) and strategic business management in an international context. The last part of the program is made up of 2 elective courses (one of which may be replaced with an internship) and the final report. During your last year, you may study at leading universities abroad and/or take part in internships in Italy or abroad, thus broadening your knowledge through courses and activities which are not included as part of the standard curricular subjects. It was the first time I heard so many languages in one place and this allowed me to get in touch with so many different cultures. This is what makes daily life really exciting! Marisa S. (Germany) * Course requirements are subject to change

16 International Economics and Finance Why choose this program? To understand and analyze economics and finance topics in an international perspective You get a solid education focused on the internationalization of financial institutions, the international economy and quantitative and qualitative tools You can choose between two majors. In the Economics major, a sound methodological preparation based on quantitative methods applied to social sciences goes hand in hand with applications to a large set of international issues (e.g. globalization, international economics, monetary economics and development economics) What surprises me the most is that, as time goes on, our students want to get more exposed to topics and teaching methods that push them to the edge. They want to be part of an international context and are open to be challenged by an outstanding faculty that brilliantly mixes the best of teaching capabilities and excellence in research. Our students are a key element of this great project and contribute to the internationalization of the future managerial class. Stefano Gatti Faculty Member 14 In the Finance major, you are exposed to a large set of topics related to the functioning of modern financial systems: capital markets, financial intermediaries, financial contracts and instruments, and principles and applications of corporate finance techniques are all studied and discussed, from a global point of view

17 Study Plan* 1 st year CP Semester I Management 12 Mathematics - Module 1 (General) 8 Economics - Module 1 (Microeconomics) 9 29 Semester II Economics - Module 2 (Macroeconomics) 8 Computer Skills for Economics 3 Mathematics - Module 2 (Applied) 7 Economic History 6 First foreign language nd year Semester I Introduction to the Legal System - Module 1 6 Accounting and Financial Statement Analysis 11 Financial Markets and Institutions 6 Statistics 8 31 Semester II Major in Economics: - Markets, Organizations, and Incentives 6 - International Economics 6 Major in Finance: - International and Monetary Economics 6 - Financial Economics 6 Introduction to the Legal System - Module 2 6 Corporate Finance 6 Leadership and Managerial Skills Seminars 2 Second foreign language rd year Semester I Major in Economics: Empirical Methods for Economics (Introduction to Econometrics) 6 Major in Finance: Empirical Methods for Finance (Introduction to Econometrics for Finance) 6 4 Major compulsories ** 24 CSR & Ethics in Business (seminar) 2 32 Semester II Major in Finance: Business Strategy 6 Major in Economics: Macroeconomics and the World Economy 6 Globalization, Societies and Institutions (seminar) 2 Comparative Business and European Law 7 Elective 1 or internship 6 Elective 2 6 Final Report 3 Total credit points 180 Program Features The first three semesters introduce you to the study of management, quantitative methods, accounting and finance and commercial law, always with a clear focus on the international aspects of these fundamental fields of knowledge. Then, the core courses focus on issues related to internationalization of businesses and financial institutions, the international economy, comparative European and international commercial law and quantitative and qualitative tools to study with a comparative perspective. After the common curriculum courses, you can select one of the majors offered: Economics or Finance. During the final part of the program, you have the opportunity to further boost the international profile of your education by studying at leading universities abroad and/or taking part in internships in Italy or abroad. Internships, exchange programs and innovative teaching methods enable you to sharpen your problem solving approach and develop lateral thinking skills. Having done several internships I noticed how well the program prepares us for real life. It is nice to see how classes like Computer Skills really help us prepare for our future jobs, where class topics and theories are suddenly used on an everyday basis! Valentina R. (Germany) * Course requirements are subject to change ** Major in Economics: The Economics of Imperfect Labour Markets / Economics of Institutions and Culture / Public Finance / European Economic Policy / Development Economics / Monetary Theory and Policy Major in Finance: Management of Financial Institutions / Corporate Valuation / Introduction to Options and Futures / Principles of International Finance 15

18 International Politics and Government Why choose this program? It is the first undergraduate program offered by Bocconi in the field of political science and it can be described by three adjectives: international, with students and faculty coming from abroad; exclusive, with a small class size composed of highly selected students; flexible, with one semester spent studying abroad in a partner university and the option of doing an internship You will learn how to interpret the evolution of social, economic and political systems in an international perspective, understand the mechanisms of decision-making within national and international institutions, and develop adequate skills for implementing and evaluating policies Bocconi has a tradition of excellence in academic programs in business, economics and law. Expanding its academic offer to political science is driven by a vision and a goal. The vision is to raise the adequacy level of national and international (especially European) public sector institutional structures and public (and to some extent even private) policies. The goal is to create an academic program that contributes to increasing the quality and value of policy-makers. And to make the world a better place. Vincenzo Galasso Faculty Member 16 You will acquire a toolbox of soft and hard skills through active learning from a wide array of disciplines: politics, economics, management, law, history and quantitative methods. Large emphasis is placed on three moments of policy-making: designing public policies which are both economically efficient and politically sustainable; implementing public policies with an effective approach; evaluating public policies using modern quantitative and qualitative techniques The program is hence important for the development of abilities for future national and international policy-makers, active players in international organizations and regulatory authorities, and managers in international private firms dealing with an increasingly relevant non-market environment

19 Study Plan* 1 st year CP Semester I Political Science and Comparative Politics 8 Quantitative Methods for Social Sciences (Module 1 - Mathematics) 6 Law (Module 1 - Comparative Public Law) 6 Introduction to Economics (Module1 - Microeconomics) 6 Computer Skills 3 29 Semester II Introduction to Economics (Module 2 - Macroeconomics) 6 History (Module 1 - Global History) 6 Political Philosophy 6 Quantitative Methods for Social Sciences (Module 2 - Statistics) 6 Citizen Behavior Research Skills 3 First Foreign Language nd year Semester I Management of International, Supranational and National Institutions 8 International Relations 8 Political Economics 8 Accounting and Financial Statement Analysis 6 30 Semester II Policy Evaluation: 8 History (Module 2- History of Political Institutions) 6 Law (Module 2 - International and European Law) 6 Negotiation Skills 3 Second Foreign Language rd year Semester I Public Governance 8 Sociology 7 3 electives Semester II Public Economics 8 Media and Political Communication 6 1 elective 6 Final Report 6 26 Total credit points 180 Program Features This program features an international, policy-oriented approach to studying government and politics. In the main courses, you will learn how to interpret the evolution of social, economic and political systems in an international perspective, and acquire adequate skills for implementing and evaluating public policies. In the third year, study abroad opportunities, internships, workshops on specialized subjects and a large array of elective courses will allow you to gain more international exposure as well as labor market experience in your areas of interest. * Course requirements are subject to change

20 World Bachelor in Business Why choose this program? It is a unique 4-year program, developed with two prestigious partner universities: USC University of Southern California s Marshall School of Business in Los Angeles and HKUST The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology in Hong Kong. Students study at a different location and university each year, spanning three continents It represents an exciting study and life experience, which requires strong motivation, cultural openness and high flexibility to adapt to new environments and situations The study plan has been designed to meet the needs of a globalized job market, aiming to form truly international managers and entrepreneurs who will be well prepared in the area of business studies but also able to understand global settings, cultures, economies and societies The World Bachelor in Business is a bold new direction in higher education. Its goal is to foster truly international leaders who thrive with the sort of complex international problems and opportunities facing business today. If you are a bright student with a curious and open-minded attitude to cultural diversity, a strong motivation for an international career, solid skills in social relations and communication, and you are ready to adapt to new environments, then three world class universities, three continents and three degrees are awaiting you. Carlo Altomonte Faculty Member 18 At the end of the program, students will earn 3 recognized Bachelor degrees, one from each school

21 Study Plan* 1 st USC Los Angeles CP Semester I Leading Organizations - Writing and Critical Reasoning - Social Issues - Fundamental Principles of the Calculus 6 Semester II Science and Its Significance - Microeconomics for Business 8 Advanced Writing 6 Arts and Letters - Learning About International Commerce nd HKUST Hong Kong Semester I Macroeconomics 6 Mathematics for Economists 6 Understanding Business in Asia 4 Chinese Communications 6 Science and Technology - Healthy Lifestyle - Semester II Principles of Accounting I 6 Intro to Information Systems 4 Business Statistics 6 Operations Management 6 Seminar in Asia s Business - Humanities (Global Culture and Traditions) 6 Healthy Lifestyle rd Bocconi Milan Semester I Marketing 6 Intro to Legal System I 6 Corporate Finance 6 Public Management (Business-Gov.mt Relations) 6 Financial Markets and Institutions 6 Semester II Intro to Legal System II 6 Managerial Accounting (Accounting II) 6 European Economic Policy 6 Economic History 6 Doing Business in Europe 2 Language th year Open During the fourth and final year, students can choose not only the location of the school but also 3 elective courses which reflect specific individual interests and objectives 48 Total credit points 180 Program Features The first three years of the World Bachelor in Business s curriculum are composed of compulsory courses, which touch on a variety of topics according to the country of study and the special strengths of each school. During the fourth and final year, you may choose which of the three universities to attend to complete the program, focusing on your specific interests and objectives. The study plan offers both a basic background in management integrated with rigorous economic, quantitative and legal subjects, in addition to a basic knowledge in public-private relations, international relations and country-specific issues. The program is enriched by the study of English, a second European language and the basics of Chinese. In addition, several additional subjects will be studied with the objective of improving general culture, ethics, social responsibility and respect for diversity and multiculturalism. This program has specific application and admissions procedures as well as dedicated fees, scholarships and accommodation (see page 31). For more information: * Course requirements are subject to change My goal for college was to surround myself with ambitious and competitive people that would push me to be a better person, and I am happy to say that I have achieved that goal. Each student has a distinguished background and complex life story: I feel I have learned much from my cohort and will continue to do so in the upcoming years! Benjamin R. (Israel/US) 19

22 Bachelor Programs in Italian Economia aziendale e management This program is dedicated to students interested in analyzing the main issues regarding management of various kinds of companies and their functioning: manufacturing, distribution, services, public companies and non-profit institutions. Students learn about the management rationale of all business activities and their complex relations: strategy, which defines the underlying plan; marketing, which identifies the product or service to offer based on intuition and sophisticated needs and market analyses; production and logistics, which creates the product or service and make it available to customers; organization, which coordinates the people collaborating in the business; finance, which obtains and manages the financial resources required to carry out activities; and administration, control and IT systems, which provides managers with analyses and information required to make decisions. Economia e finanza This Bachelor program studies the components and main dynamics of the financial system. In addition to the shared topics in the field of economics and business, courses focus on the functioning of corporate finance and the methods with which companies can manage their investments and financing. The program also allows students to acquire a wide-ranging view of the workings of the economic system, financial markets (e.g. stock exchanges), intermediaries (commercial and investment banks, insurance companies, asset management companies, etc.) and financial instruments (e.g. stocks and options), with particular attention placed on international aspects and the close link between operational theory and reality. Economia e scienze sociali This program combines two fundamental elements: a large number of issues in the socio-economic area and a sound methodological preparation focused on qualitative tools (mathematics and statistics). The program is strongly oriented towards international issues, and teaches students to think about economics and social sciences rigorously, creating valid skills for all working environments: including commercial companies, investment banks, international bodies, research centers, government agencies and universities. Economia e management per arte, cultura e comunicazione The program combines a solid foundation in economics and business with several courses traditionally found in the study of the humanities. Though it is a management program that prepares students for a wide variety of career paths in various industries, its focus and teaching methods make it particularly suitable to students interested in artistic sectors (i.e. museums, theaters, auction houses), cultural areas (i.e. publishing, music, television), creative sectors (i.e. fashion, design, communication, urban development) and, in general, students with a strong interest in a variety of cultures and forms of expression. Milan, which is one of the world capitals for culture, design and fashion, is an ideal setting to complete this study program. Giurisprudenza Offered by the Bocconi School of Law, this 5-year program is built upon a solid legal foundation and provides a complete and in-depth education for accessing traditional legal professions. The program structure is also enriched by economic and business courses, which rounds out and enhances the profile of a modern professional in the field of law. Another unique aspect is its international focus, with the option of choosing a lot of elective courses in English and specific study and work abroad experiences. 20

23 LIFE ON CAMPUS Resources and Facilities The One-Stop Service Center The One-stop service center is a welcome point for all administrative procedures and a place where you can access the front offices for all services (including Admissions, Tuition and Fees, Student Services, etc.). The Library The Bocconi Library is the largest in Italy in economics and houses approximately 800,000 volumes and 25,000 periodicals in electronic and hard copy format. It has been recently expanded, providing students with 680 work stations located in 30 reading rooms and 30 rooms for group work. There is also now a remote digital reservation service for borrowing books and accessing many specialist collections and databases. For more information: lib.unibocconi.it The Campus Bocconi has a modern, urban campus, located in downtown Milan, just a 10-minute walk from the city center and the Navigli area, renowned for its vibrant nightlife. The University is fully equipped with up-to-date resources and facilities, providing a variety of cultural, social and sporting activities. It is undergoing constant transformation: over recent years, new buildings have been completed with more classrooms, offices and services. At the same time, Bocconi continues to invest in building student dormitories (a brand new residence will be open starting in September 2014), increasing the number of housing spots to students arriving from all over Italy and abroad. With over 80 classrooms, 1050 individual work stations, 6 IT labs and complete Wi-Fi coverage, the campus has thus become not only a reference point around which all activities connected to study and teaching rotate, but also the main place for getting together during student social, sports and cultural life. IT Services you@b is the student agenda, a personal student diary and an essential tool with information on timetables, classrooms, examination timetables and exam results, which also sends reminders about various administrative deadlines. The Bocconi campus can be explored online at: virtualcampus.unibocconi.eu

24 Bocconi also offers several teaching and learning services that make use of technologies: an e-learning portal is available for online activities and materials dedicated to e-learning courses which also supports traditional courses during both Bachelor and Master of Science programs. IT certifications and courses are managed by SEDIN, the IT Education Services Center, offering curricular and extracurricular courses in computer skills. Bocconi has its own YouTube university channel ( unibocconi) and is on the major social networks: Facebook: Twitter: twitter.com/unibocconi ITunesU: Slideshare: Other Services Students have access to a variety of dining areas on campus: a selfservice cafeteria and a coffee bar at the Bocconi Residence Hall located at Via Bocconi 12, a restaurant and coffee bar at Via Sarfatti 25 and a coffee bar at the Via Röntgen 1 building. Students can also use the nursing service at the Bocconi Residence Hall, and there are several support services available to students with disabilities. Student Life Bocconi provides many opportunities to experience a lively, dynamic and interesting time at university. Campus Life ( is a point of reference to get to know and access various on-campus activities, agreements with cultural institutions in Milan, sporting events, or to get information on how to activate your projects. Cultural Activities, Wellness and Leisure The Sapere a Tutto Campo Round Out Your Knowledge program offers a wide range of interdisciplinary courses on various topics (e.g. architecture, biotechnologies, cognitive science, cinema, literature). Through the contribution of external professors, professionals and experts, you can explore your interests, discover new ones and discuss current events opening your mind and going beyond the strictly economics and legal subjects at the heart of your academics.

25 off campus throughout the year (the Soccer Cup, the Basketball Spring Challenge, the Bocconi Run, Snow Days and Sailing Days). Several sporting events are also organized, including Bocconi Sport Days, which takes place on campus, the Bocconi Run, an 8km noncompetitive race open to everyone and the Welcome Fun Relay, a non-competitive 3x2000 relay race. For more information: Moreover, if you are passionate about the performing arts, at Bocconi you can participate in improv courses, sing in the University s choral ensemble, or play your instrument in the soundproof Sala Musica. Theater productions (in Italian and in English) are put on by the Bocconi Theater Group, self-managed by students. Campus Life also offers several initiatives that focus on balanced lifestyle and wellness with courses on yoga, judo, relaxation techniques and body language, first aid and cooking. Finally, throughout the year, the Language Center organizes a Film Festival - Movies & Languages and ISU Bocconi periodically organizes painting exhibitions and classical music concerts with internationally-recognized pianists, all free of charge. For more information: Sports There are many sports you can play at Bocconi, at a competitive, university or amateur level: 5-a-side and 11-a-side soccer, basketball, boxing, golf, horseback riding, judo, lacrosse, mountaineering and hiking, rugby, sailing, skiing and snowboarding, squash, swimming and water polo, tennis, track and field and volleyball. The Bocconi Sport Team promotes sports on campus and is open to students, alumni, faculty and staff. Being a part of the club means participating in university and federal championships (both domestic and international) and competing in the various tournaments organized on and Volunteering Social engagement is a value that is essential to Bocconi s institutional identity. The Community and Social Engagement project advances and develops all academic and non-academic social initiatives at Bocconi. These include the Volunteer Desk, which is managed thanks to a collaboration with CIESSEVI Milano (the Volunteer Services Center) and the student association Students for Humanity. It provides general information on volunteering, in addition to orienting those interested in dedicating their time to social engagement towards the organizations that are best in line with their interests and skills. For more information: Student Media Center If you have a passion for music, you love writing articles and discussing your ideas or if you are a video editing expert, you may be interested in our Media Center activities, organized and managed entirely by students. It includes: Radio Bocconi, the web radio that animates the days with programs, interviews, debates and music Tra i Leoni, the University newspaper that discusses what is happening on and off campus Bocconi TV, the web TV channel that uses video to tell stories about life on campus Additionally, MilanoZine, an online community of international students who are dealing with settling into Milan, offers the opportunity to discuss and share advice and suggestions on housing, job opportunities, news and events in the city and leisure activities. For more information:

26 TIMELINE: GETTING TO BOCCONI Paris Bocconi Open Days 24

27 Brussels Munich and Zurich 7 London and Istanbul 15 Bocconi Test Bocconi Open Day 6 Bocconi Test Application DYT Summer Program and Admission Test Admission Results Full Rate Accommodation Reduced Rate Accommodation Welcome Days 25

28 HOW TO APPLY Overview A total of 2600 places are available for first-year students in Bachelor programs and the Law program for the academic year. Classes are made up of about 120 students each, except for the new Bachelor of International Politics and Government (60 students) and the Law program (150 students). International students have access to at least 50% of the places available in the Bachelor programs taught in English and up to 10% of all places in Italian programs. Bachelor programs N. Class Groups Taught International Economics and Management 4 in English International Economics and Finance 2 International Politics and Government 1 Taught Economia aziendale e management 8 in Italian Economia e finanza 2 Economia e scienze sociali 2 Economia e management per arte, cultura e comunicazione 2 Five-year program Giurisprudenza 2 Total 23 The majority of first-year international applicants to Bocconi apply to our Bachelor programs in English. If you are fluent in Italian, you can also apply for any of our other degree programs held in Italian or pick Italian programs as your second and third choices on your online application, even if your first choice is one of the programs in English. The World Bachelor in Business has special admissions procedures, tuition and fees and scholarships, valid both for Italian and international applicants, which are outlined on page 31. Admissions Procedures for International Applicants Rounds Before you start your application, make sure you are an international applicant: International applicant: if you are attending a school in a foreign country or an international school (in Italy or abroad) Italian applicant: if you are attending an Italian school. See the admission procedures online at Candidates can apply to one of the admissions rounds planned for the academic year, which will start in September 2015.

29 Admissions Rounds Early session Discover Your Talent: 7 April - 14 May st round: 23 October January nd round: 16 January March 2015 If you are attending your second-to-last year of high school (graduation in 2016) and you have an outstanding GPA for your 10 th year (out of 12 years of education), you can participate in an Early Selection Session connected to the Discover Your Talent Summer Program. This gives you the opportunity to take the admissions test during the summer before starting your final year of high school. (For more information see Selection Criteria Applicants are evaluated on the basis of the following criteria: Transcripts for the third-last and second-last years of secondary school An aptitude test: the SAT, ACT or Bocconi test CV and personal statement Certificates (e.g. language, IT) Aptitude Tests (SAT, ACT or Bocconi Test) You can choose to either provide SAT or ACT scores or register to take the Bocconi test in Italy (Milan or Rome). The SAT Reasoning Test is a standardized test for college admissions administered by the College Board; it measures literacy and writing skills that are needed for academic success in college. The SAT consists of three sections: Critical Reading, Mathematics, and Writing. Each section is assigned a score on the scale of For more information on the SAT, see the website Bocconi code for the SAT: 7206 The ACT (American College Testing) measures high school students general educational development and their ability to complete college-level work with a multiple choice test covering four skill areas: English, mathematics, reading and science. The four main tests are scored individually on a scale of 1-36, and a Composite score is also provided, which is the whole number average of the four scores. Bocconi is mainly interested in the ACT Composite score. For more information on the ACT, see the website Bocconi code for the ACT: 5356 If you would like to take the SAT or ACT, be sure you apply for the exam as soon as possible. We recommend you take the SAT or ACT in the fall of 2014 so that results are available on time. The Bocconi test lasts 90 minutes and involves 100 multiple choice questions which focus on various evaluation areas (e.g. critical reasoning, logical and mathematical items). The test can be taken in either Italian or English, according to the choice indicated by the applicant when completing the online application, regardless of the language of the program chosen (i.e. applicants can sit the test in Italian and apply to a program in English and vice versa). At you will find a Bocconi test simulation and a guide to the Bocconi test. Bocconi Test Dates Early session Discover Your Talent: 2 July 2014 (in Milan only) 1 st round : 6 February 2015 (in Milan and Rome) 2 nd round: 2 April 2015 (in Milan only) Language and IT Certificates Having one of the language (English, French, German, Spanish or Portuguese) or IT certificates recognized by Bocconi will be considered a supplementary element of evaluation. These certificates will be considered for the selection process only if previously completed and if sent (as a copy) by the deadline. Financial Aid and Scholarships The financial aid system provided by Università Bocconi includes various types of support. International applicants are offered: Merit-based aid: all applicants will be automatically considered for the Bocconi Merit Awards or Bocconi International Awards, based on the admission criteria. There is no need to file a separate application form. Need-based aid: for Bocconi Scholarships applicants must submit a specific application by the same deadline as the deadline for Bachelor programs applications. For detailed informati on on financial aid opportunities dedicated to international students please see page

30 The Admissions Process 1. Fill Out the Online Application Visit in order to access the online application form. You will have to register first, providing a valid address; you will then be automatically assigned a personal ID and you will be able to choose your password. For the online application you will initially be asked to provide the following information: Choose your first choice of study program, plus second and third alternative choices Specify which test you want to submit (ACT/SAT or Bocconi test). If you opt for the Bocconi test, specify in which language you would like to take the test (English or Italian) Specify your English language prerequisite Specify any other language certificates, and/or IT certificates you will submit Click on the confirm button in order to save the information and then upload all the documents needed for admissions. 2. Collect Documents and Upload Your Dossier Then you will have to upload the following documents: Copies of the official certificate of your SAT or ACT scores: if you have not yet received your official SAT or ACT scores, you can submit a copy of the unofficial score and provide the official scores upon admission and enrollment Copies of your complete secondary school transcripts for the third-last and second-last years (with grading system conversions indicating highest possible grade and lowest passing grade), translated into English or Italian Copies of any language and/or IT certificates A personal statement of about one page A Curriculum Vitae (résumé) One passport size color photo attached to the proper form and signed in the provided space A copy of the 100 application fee payment receipt (to be paid online with a credit card using PAYTOOL) Bocconi will not accept any application that does not include proper and complete documentation. Lastly, you will be able to click on the submit application button to confirm and definitively save your application. For more information: 3. Sit the Bocconi Test (If Required) International students can sit the Bocconi test in Milan (in February and April) or in Rome (in February only). If you have chosen to take the Bocconi Test, you will find details on test registration, including classroom, time and language, in the Aptitude test section in your online form. 4. Admissions Results Look for the admissions results at To access the results, enter your personal page using the personal ID and password you used when filling out the online application. Admissions Results Published Online Early session Discover Your Talent: 24 September st Round: 12 March nd Round: 28 April