Bocconi University was founded in 1902 by a visionary entrepreneur, Ferdinando Bocconi, becoming the first Italian university to grant a degree in economics. It has remained true to its founding values, standing for pluralism, independence and entrepreneurial spirit to support the socio-economic progress of Italy and Europe through scientific innovation, advanced and impactful research and the training of tomorrow’s business leaders. This is the meaning behind our motto, “Knowledge that Matters”.



Bocconi campus is located in downtown Milan, Italy’s most cosmopolitan and dynamic city, a capital of commerce, design, fashion and music. Milan combines history with innovation, business with leisure – it’s the perfect city for a well-rounded university experience.

Bocconi University is widely recognized as one of the top European institutions of higher learning and research in the social sciences and in particular in the fields of Management, Economics, Finance, Law, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Political Science.

Included in top positions in the most renowned international rankings worldwide, the University is also a record-winning institution of European Research Grants (ERC). Bocconi combines a strong theoretical background with real-world applications, aiming to provide talented students – from Italy, Europe and the rest of the world – with a truly international education that leads to professional growth and superior access to the job market.