SDA Bocconi Master in Corporate Finance

Overview

The Master in Corporate Finance (MCF) is an intensive and stimulating one-year program in English, offering 70 CFU/ECTS credits, 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.

Who is it for?

The Master in Corporate Finance (MCF) is designed for:

• Young professionals with early-stage work experience who want to grow their career in finance, whether in corporate financial management, banking, advisory, asset management, or real estate.

  
  

• Individuals seeking advanced financial management techniques to provide high-quality solutions to real-world financial challenges.

  
  

• Students looking for a one-year program that effectively combines theory with hands-on practice.

  
  

• Ambitious candidates who want an internationally recognized qualification from one of the world’s top business schools, in a highly diverse and global class.

  
  

• Professionals who value leadership, ethics, respect for others, and cultural diversity as part of their career journey.

Programme Structure

Admissions

How to Apply

• Complete and submit the online application through the official portal.

  
  

• Upload all the required documents in the “Documents” section of your application.

  
  

• Please note: The application portal is a separate system. Your SDA Bocconi website credentials (www.sdabocconi.it) cannot be used. You must register with new login details to access the portal.

Admission Process

• Application Format:

  Applications are available exclusively online and must be completed in English. The selection process begins in October 2025.

  
  

• Rolling Admissions:

  Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Submitting your application early improves your chances of admission.

  
  

• Pre-Selection:

  Once your application and documents are received, a pre-selection review is carried out. If successful, the Admissions Committee will invite you to the next stage.

  
  

• Interview:

  Shortlisted candidates must attend an interview, held either at SDA Bocconi in Milan or remotely (via phone or Microsoft Teams). This is your opportunity to demonstrate your skills, motivation, and fit for the program.

  
  

• Final Decision:

  Results are communicated only after your application is complete (all documents and tests submitted). You will receive a formal letter from the Admissions Service (results are never given by phone).

Possible Outcomes

1. Admission:

   • You receive an official admission notice along with a participation contract.

   • If the program is full, you may be placed on a waiting list or offered admission for the following year.

   • Admission is valid only for the year of application. You may request a deferment (granted case-by-case).

     
     

2. Non-Admission:

   • The process is highly competitive. Admission decisions consider both your profile and the overall class composition.

   • No additional clarifications are provided for non-admitted candidates.

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