Highlights
Tuition fee
101538 USD / year
101538 USD / year
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Tuition fee
101538 USD / year
101538 USD / year
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Duration
13 months
Duration
13 months
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Campus location
5 cities
Campus location
5 cities
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The GEMBA - Global Executive Master in Business Administration from SDA Bocconi School of Management 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. 

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Overview

The GEMBA - Global Executive Master of Business Administration offers a personalized focus on leadership development and introduces participants to an exceptional global network: a springboard for your career.

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 participants to a global network of exceptional managers, faculty, executives and thought-leaders.

This unique 18-month Global Executive Master of Business Administration degree from  SDA Bocconi School of Management program, spanning eight cities in four continents, will change the 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 Rotman-SDA Bocconi GEMBA is offered in partnership with the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto in Canada.

The Rotman-SDA Bocconi GEMBA is for you if:

  • You want to benefit from an inclusive outlook that bridges continents as you earn two credentials from top ranked Schools with connections worldwide.
  • You want to experience a transformative program hosted in seven key business hubs, immerse yourself in local cultures, while building knowledge and skills for an ever-changing, interconnected world.
  • You want to gain insights into sectors where our schools have special expertise, and compare perspectives in our home cities: Milano - Italy’s entrepreneurial, industrial and financial center - and Toronto - Canada’s multicultural financial capital and innovation hub.
  • You want to develop a highly personalized focus on leadership challenges and enter a global network of exceptional managers, executives and thought-leaders.

Career

Companies are an integral part of the Global EMBA, as sponsors, partners, and educators. The companies that participate in SDA Bocconi’s educational activities share with the school the vision of continuous learning, which starts in the classroom and is firmly based in the real world. For this reason, companies are constantly present throughout the program.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Managerial Economics
  • Quantitative Reasoning for Management
  • Leading People in Organizations
  • Working in Teams
  • Leadership Development Practicum

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 13 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

  • Milano, Italy
  • Toronto, Canada
  • Mumbai, India
  • Shanghai, China
  • Roma, Italy

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

GRE admission requirements GRE®
Required
GMAT admission requirements GMAT
Required

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • Degree certificate (in any discipline), transcript of the grades
  • Application form
  • Detailed CV/Resume
  • 5+ years of full-time professional experience
  • 2+ years of mid-to senior management experience (people,   project or budget experience)
  • Current full-time employment
  • Proficiency in English
  • GMAT or GRE
  • Two references
  • Interview
  • Strong motivation, good leadership and interpersonal skills

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    101538 USD / year
    101538 USD / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    101538 USD / year
    101538 USD / year

Additional Details

To be paid in five installments:

  • First Installment: USD 10,000
  • Second Installment: USD 25,000
  • Third Installment: USD 25,000
  • Fourth: USD 25,000
  • Fifth: USD 25,000

Living costs

Milano

Italy
850 - 1450 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Each year, SDA Bocconi offers multiple merit-based scholarships and tuition waivers. Thanks to the contribution of the Bocconi Alumni Community, SDA Bocconi School of Management makes available 300,000 USD in merit-based Tuition Waivers for 2026-2027 Rotman-SDA Bocconi GEMBA candidates.

Click here for information: https://www.sdabocconi.it/en/mba-executive-mba/global-executive-mba/admissions#scolarships

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for GEMBA - Global Executive Master in Business Administration.

Available Scholarships

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Independent provider
Grant
250000 INR
Deadline
31 May 2026
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based

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GyanDhan
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
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Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based

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ADB/Japan Government
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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Beijing Government Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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Beijing Government
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
Udaan India Scholarship

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MPOWER Financing
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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DFL Scholarship Program
Need-based

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Daughters for Life Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 CAD
Deadline
31 May 2026
Digital Excellence Academic Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2026
International Peace Scholarship Fund
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Grant
500 USD
Deadline
20 Apr 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
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Grant
7000 CAD
Deadline
18 Nov 2026
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Canadian Government
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
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Moving Mates
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
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Grant
Various benefits
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Anytime
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Grant
8000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship

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MPOWER Financing
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
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Kanthari
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Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
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Various benefits
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Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
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Grant
12500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2026
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
30 Jan 2027
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Amber Student
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Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
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Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
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Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
23 Jan 2027
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Grant
5000 EUR
Deadline
15 May 2026
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Various benefits
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Canadian Government
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
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Grant
5000 SEK
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
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500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
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3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
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25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
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5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
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7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
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5000 CAD
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5000 CAD
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5000 CAD
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5000 CAD
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25000 USD
Deadline
10 Oct 2026
Traditional Fulbright Canada Student Awards

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Various benefits
Deadline
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Canadian Francophonie Scholarship Program (CFSP)

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Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
01 May 2026
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Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
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3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
14 May 2026
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500 CAD
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500 USD
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31 Aug 2026
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5000 USD
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31 Jul 2026
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1000 USD
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31 Aug 2026
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1000 USD
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30 Jun 2026
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55 GBP
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18 Jun 2026
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1500 USD
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12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
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1000 USD
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20 May 2026
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Various benefits
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965 USD
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2000 USD
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3000 USD
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5000 CAD
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