SDA Bocconi School of Management / University of Toronto

The Rotman - SDA Bocconi Global Executive MBA

The Rotman-SDA Bocconi Global Executive MBA (Master in Business Administration) is a modular program that combines the expertise and perspectives of a leading European and a leading North American business school in a transformative journey hosted in international business hubs.

A launching pad for future career phases and an integrated preparation for senior management roles, GEMBA provides a highly personalized focus on leadership development, and introduces students to a global network of exceptional managers, faculty, executives and thought-leaders.

This unique 18-month program, spanning seven cities in four continents, will change the way you think, network and do business in some of the world’s biggest markets and will give you a wider range of opportunities, contacts and experiences.

The curriculum, which includes twenty-four courses plus electives, will deepen your grasp of business fundamentals while building your knowledge and skills for the new global economy. You will benefit from our schools’ leadership in areas such as design thinking and analytics. You will gain insights into industries and sectors where our schools have special expertise: for example, luxury brands at SDA Bocconi and fintech at Rotman. And you will build a network of international contacts, while learning invaluable tools to advance your career.

The Rotman-SDA Bocconi GEMBA is offered in partnership with the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto in Canada.


GEMBA Key Facts

18 Months

75 Learning Days

63 Out of Office Days

3 9-Day Modules (Friday-Saturday noon), 8.5 learning days/6 working days each = 25.5 total learning days (classroom+company visit)/18 work days (participants' out of office)

8 1-Week Modules (Monday-Saturday noon, including Elective Module Weeks), 5.5 learning days/5 working days each = 44 total learning days (classroom+company visit)/ 40 work days (participants' out of office)

1 Elective Module (either in Milano and/or, Toronto, Copenhagen, Mumbai, San Francisco, Roma, Shangai, Sao Paulo or to exchange partner schools), 1 Week (Monday-Saturday noon) = 5.5 learning days/5 working days

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Other courses offered by SDA Bocconi

Master in Arts Management and Administration

Master in Corporate Finance

Master Program in Fashion, Experience & Design Management

Master of International Health Care Management, Economics and Policy

Executive Master in Luxury Management

Executive Master in Management of International Organizations

Executive Master in Marketing & Sales

Full-time MBA

Master in Sustainability Management

About SDA Bocconi School of Management

SDA Bocconi School of Management is a leading international business school based in Milan, Italy, recognized for its cutting-edge research, innovative teaching methods, and global perspective. Part of Bocconi University, it offers a wide range of programs tailored to professionals and executives, fostering personal growth, career advancement, and organizational impact. With a strong emphasis on experiential learning and a vibrant community, SDA Bocconi equips individuals and businesses to navigate complexity and drive transformation in a constantly evolving world.

Why Study:

Global excellence: Ranked among the top business schools worldwide, SDA Bocconi delivers a world-class education with a strong international focus.

Innovative learning environment: Experience cutting-edge methodologies that combine theory with hands-on practice, fostering real-world impact.

Thriving network: Join a vibrant community of global professionals, alumni, and industry leaders to advance your career.

SDA Bocconi School of Management was founded to support individuals, organizations, and institutions in continuous improvement and transformation. As part of Bocconi University, it combines academic rigor with real-world relevance, offering innovative management education that prepares leaders for the challenges of an ever-evolving world.

Latest SDA Bocconi Rankings

The leading School of Management in Italy and the only Italian School on the top of the charts of all main International Rankings, SDA Bocconi has established itself as a European leader in higher education.

Accreditations: AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS

Current ranks:

BLOOMBERG BUSINESSWEEK:
#1 European B-Schools Ranking 2023, Bloomberg Businessweek

FINANCIAL TIMES:
#6 European B-School Rankings 2024
#3 WW - #2 EU Global MBA Rankings 2024
#1 WW Environmental Impact Global MBA Rankings 2024
#7 EU - #9 WW Custom Education Rankings 2023
#13 EU - #14 WW Executive Education Open Rankings 2023
#8 EU - #10 WW Executive Education combined Rankings 2023
#13 EU - #21 WW Executive MBA Ranking 2023

THE ECONOMIST:
#2 EU Full-Time MBA Ranking 2022
#13 WW Full-Time MBA Ranking 2022
#3 EU for Faculty Quality Full-Time MBA Ranking 2022

QS - TOP MBA
#10 EU QS Global MBA Rankings 2024 - Europe
#21 WW QS Global MBA Rankings 2024
#1 WW Return on Investment QS Global MBA Rankings 2024
#8 WW QS Executive MBA Rankings 2023: Joint Programmes

FORBES:
#4 The Best International MBAs 2019 (1-year, non-US Programs)