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Bocconi, founded in 1902, is among the leading European universities specialized in the Social Sciences, with an offer that encompasses the areas of Economics, Management, Legal Studies, Political Science, Data Science and Maths for AI. At Bocconi, in accordance with our motto, , our ambition is to provide valuable answers for the future of students, researchers and organizat

ions in this ever-changing scenario. Ours is a truly urban campus right in the heart of Milan, a European business, financial and cultural center where history blends with modernity, tradition with innovation. The atmosphere is lively and dynamic: cultural and musical activities, sports, social engagement projects, student associations and events all contribute to a feeling of togetherness.

29/05/2026

Bocconi research continues to rank among the strongest universities in Italy. This is the finding of the Final Research Quality Assessment (VQR) 2020–2024 Report, issued by ANVUR, Italian National Agency for the Evaluation of the University and Research System, based on nearly 200,000 scientific publications authored by over 75,000 researchers.

The report confirms our ability not only to produce top-tier research but also to attract international talent and sustain a highly competitive academic model, placing Bocconi at the top nationally with a quality index of 1.15, 15% above the national average.
Even more significant is the IRAS1_2 indicator, at 8.191, which measures the amount of high-quality research produced relative to the university’s size, placing Bocconi well above expectations within the Italian system.

A particularly meaningful result concerns researchers recruited or promoted between 2020 and 2024, for whom Bocconi receives the highest score in Italy. It is a recognition of the people who contribute every day to an international academic environment, bringing diverse perspectives, methods and ideas to our community.

“These results confirm Bocconi’s ability to foster an open, international and meritocratic research environment, where scholars from different backgrounds with one another on the major economic and social transformations of our time,” comments Rector Francesco Billari. “Today, scientific excellence increasingly stems from the convergence of different expertise, interdisciplinary approaches and global networks.”

Across the disciplinary areas assessed by ANVUR, Bocconi ranks first overall in Economics and Statistics and in Mathematics and Computer Science, and second in Political and Social Sciences and in Business and Management. This profile brings together economics, social sciences, data science and artificial intelligence, combining disciplinary depth with methodological rigor.

“University research cannot be limited to scientific output alone,” adds Billari. “Universities also have a responsibility to contribute to public discourse, provide tools for interpreting complexity and train new generations of scholars and professionals capable of having a tangible impact on society.”

The R5 indicator, which measures an institution’s ability to attract competitive international research funding relative to the national average in its fields, places Bocconi first in the Italian university system, with a score of 2.52.

Overall, the 2020–2024 VQR confirms Bocconi among the leading institutions in Italy in economics, management and social sciences. Its position at the top of the rankings highlights not only the quality of its research output, but also its ability to consolidate an international, selective and impact-oriented research model over time.

28/05/2026

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27/05/2026

Is still a global power, or is it learning to operate within new limits?

The latest issue of brings together a set of perspectives from our Faculty, researchers and PhD students that, taken together, offer a clear answer: Europe is not declining, but it is being forced to redefine itself across security, economics, technology, and governance.

Daniel Gros frames the starting point with a call for realism. In a world dominated by the US and China, Europe cannot aspire to be a in the traditional sense. He argues that Europe should instead focus on , trade and alliances with like-minded democratic nations. Yet, as Carlo Altomonte highlights, even where Europe already invests heavily, its impact is weakened by . Over €300 billion in annual spending does not translate into strategic autonomy because systems, procurement, and industrial capabilities remain divided along national lines. The real challenge is not scale, but integration. This tension between capacity and coordination extends to Europe’s broader positioning. Livio Di Lonardo shows how the old model—security from the US, energy from Russia, growth from globalization—has collapsed. Europe now faces a constrained set of choices, where is necessary but costly, and dependence is increasingly risky.

At the same time, Europe is redefining its internal and external . The issue also explores the transformation of and regulation through contributions by Alessandro Petti, as well as the future of European and competitiveness with Elena Carletti, Brunella Bruno and Isabella Brancaccio. Economic strength alone is not enough. Europe’s competitiveness is constrained by how capital is allocated. Despite high levels of savings, the financial system struggles to channel resources into innovation and scale, limiting the growth of European firms and pushing many to seek funding abroad.

Rosalba Famà shows how the is shifting from a redistributive tool to a strategic instrument. This reflects a broader shift: economic policy is becoming inseparable from geopolitical strategy. Nowhere is this more evident than in the digital domain. Gianmarco Ottaviano highlights Europe’s paradox: it lacks the technological giants of the US and the centralized control of China, yet it exerts global influence through regulation. The so-called “ ” allows Europe to shape global standards, but without a stronger technological base, this regulatory power risks becoming insufficient. Andrea Colli’s analysis of shows how access to critical raw materials links global power dynamics directly to strategic autonomy. Dependencies that once seemed peripheral are now central.

The question is no longer whether Europe has the resources to remain relevant. It is whether it can integrate them.

26/05/2026

Between Europe and the United States, investments and businesses continue to intertwine: opportunities remain, as Mariafrancesca Carli, Bocconi Alumna and BDT & MSD Partner, explains.

The relationship between the United States and Europe is defined as a "virtuous osmosis" that the "background noise" generated by politics won’t disrupt. Mariafrancesca Carli, a Bocconi Aalumna, is a Partner at BDT & MSD, an investment bank that focuses on family companies and business founders. From New York, she builds bridges between the two sides of the Atlantic: Ms Carli invests US capital in Europe and advises large European family firms that are seeking to do M&A in the United States. This is an ambitious program in an era of tariffs, global tensions, and relentless volatility.

How do you view Europe from the United States?

With great optimism. Europe boasts a network of solid, independent businesses that represent a great growth opportunity for global capital. American investors aren't just looking at margins, but also at the industrial strength and reputation of European companies, which often possess unique technologies. American consumers are also looking to Europe with great interest, appreciating the authenticity, history, and sustainability of products. The narrative of a family brand, rooted in local area and artisanal quality, is highly appealing.

In this scenario, what are the most interesting sectors?

Beyond luxury and food, pharma is certainly a key industry, with many European companies conducting extensive research having lab facilities in the United States certified by the Food and Drug Administration. Alliances with domestic giants are key to conquering the market; many European companies grow in the US through targeted acquisitions, building a significant industrial presence, adapting to local culture while leveraging their technology.

What is the profile of the perfect company that can make it in the US?

The European market is highly fragmented, yet rich in excellence: companies rooted in manufacturing, technology, mechatronics, or luxury goods, capable of maintaining their local identity while competing globally. A concrete example is our investment in Bologna-based IMA, a world leader in the packaging of pharmaceuticals, or in Charlotte Tilbury, a British cosmetics brand, acquired with the Puig family. These are companies achieving extremely high industrial and technological quality, often built over several generations or by creative entrepreneurs, making them attractive to international markets.

Does the current political context complicate this transatlantic relationship?

The political climate may generate background noise, but in practice, companies are not reducing their presence in the United States. On the contrary, many are choosing to invest more, opening local factories or production facilities to overcome commercial or logistical constraints. Companies see America as a key market for growth, not a place to retreat from.

And from the perspective of US investors, are they putting the brakes on?

No, I would say the opposite. Appetite for Europe remains high, and decisions are based on risk-adjusted returns. Europe is perceived as more fundamentally solid and prudent, and therefore suited for long-term projects. In our portfolio, we continue to balance investments in America and Europe, because valuable opportunities exist on both continents.

What future do you see for Europe?

The question for Europe is: can it continue to grow? The answer, in my opinion, is yes. But only if it can invest in innovation and internationalization. We are already seeing a return of high-level human capital, a renewed interest in productivity linked to artificial intelligence and new organizational models. The future is yet to be defined, but there is a solid foundation, made up of skills, industrial culture, and global openness, which makes Europe an indispensable partner for the United States.

Is collaboration still the key word then?

Exactly. There is a virtuous osmosis between Europe and America, where both markets stand to benefit. Europe brings technology, history, and quality; America offers scale, capital, and growth. When these two forces come together, everyone benefits: businesses, regions, and people.

25/05/2026

Every friendship lives somewhere… usually in an unexplainable group chat name

21/05/2026

Campus tour is an important moment for our prospective students who participate in the Open Day..and for us too. But our editor was on vacation!

20/05/2026

What’s the Bocconi vibe? 🎓 Hear it straight from our students at the Open Day👀

19/05/2026

Listen to the older ones… or should we say the wise ones because as they say your future academic journey is definitely more than just exams and studying.

15/05/2026

What happens when students are asked to design an "AI Buddy" for their day-to-day life on campus?

That was the challenge at the heart of the hashtag held on 9 May at Bocconi, organized in collaboration with Yellow Tech and with the support of hashtag . The challenge at the center was to create an “AI Buddy” capable of supporting students in their everyday experience, from navigating Milan and university life to exploring career opportunities and international experiences.

The initiative brought together 120 participants selected through the hashtag , an online challenge involving more than 300 students, as well as through student associations focused on hashtag . Throughout the day, participants combined technical development with presentations and reviews, using advanced OpenAI tools such as ChatGPT EDU, Codex and APIs to build and prototype their projects. During the event, students attended a session by Carlotta Reviglio, Strategic AI Success Engineer at OpenAI, and then worked individually, alternating development phases with reviews and final presentations. At the end, 16 overall winners were selected to take part in the final stage of the Italian hashtag in Turin. Among them, four students were awarded the top prize: Giulia Gatti, who ranked first, Renato Moscati, Alessandro Canonico and Jakub Przewoski.

The event reflects our broader commitment to integrating AI into both academic pathways and experiential learning. As Giovanni Salvucci (Director of Innovation, Transformation & Foresight at Bocconi) highlighted, the University promotes a conscious and responsible approach to hashtag , encouraging students to experiment with technologies that can help interpret complexity and create value. Listening to students and giving them the freedom to create is a unique opportunity to challenge our assumptions and better understand the opportunities ahead. According to Antonio Pisante (Founder and CEO of Yellow Tech and Bocconi Alumnus), initiatives like this demonstrate how AI can amplify creativity.

Students approached the challenge from different perspectives. Giulia Gatti, who ranked first overall, developed “BoccoBuddy,” a Google-like assistant for university life. Alessandro Canonico focused on integrating external data into a relational chatbot model, highlighting how access to tools like Codex enabled participants to build projects that would normally require much larger teams.

Beyond the competition itself, the hackathon showed how technological experimentation, collaboration, and project-based learning are becoming central to the student experience. It also reinforced a broader point: understanding hashtag today is not only about technical knowledge but also about learning to apply it critically in real-world contexts. Overall, the competition offered students a chance to test themselves using advanced tools, while also highlighting the growing role of AI in Bocconi’s educational experience.

14/05/2026

The fifth edition of the CIVICA Multicampus course “The Future of Europe” generated a lively exchange of ideas among students and faculty from across the alliance, addressing some of Europe’s most urgent challenges. This engaging dialogue culminated in three winning student projects presenting concrete policy proposals.

A flagship initiative of CIVICA, the course, coordinated by professor Carlo Altomonte of Bocconi University, is co-designed and co-taught by professors from alliance member institutions. Delivered simultaneously across CIVICA campuses in the Fall 2025 semester, it combined live online lectures with local activities. Master’s students from member universities explored EU policymaking in four critical areas: globalisation, democracy, environment, and digital transformation.

As part of their final evaluation for the course, as a capstone experience, students worked in teams - each group spanning at least three campuses - to develop policy proposals addressing real-world challenges facing the EU. Guided by faculty supervisors, teams crafted detailed solutions, applying their knowledge to pressing policy issues.

At the beginning of May, the three best policy brief projects were awarded a monetary prize funded by the Fondazione Achille and Giulia Boroli, which funds a Chair in European Studies at Bocconi University. The ceremony was held during the annual Bocconi-Boroli Lecture in Milan.

“Our aim was to find ways to contrast populism in the EU and specifically to find approaches to protect young EU voters, for example against polarization on social media,” comments Leonie Ballauf, student at Sciences Po and part of the Governing the Mood Machine: A Dual Strategy to Empower and Protect Young EU Voters in the Platform Era winning project. “It was an interesting experience, getting different views from different countries. It has further inspired me to work in the international field.”

“We looked into the intricacy of balancing sustainability and competitiveness with Europe’s Clean Industrial Deal and in particular how corporate car fleets can contribute to this,” says Lukas Prommersberger, Bocconi student and member of the winning team with the Fleet Power: How Corporate Vehicles Can Drive Europe’s Clean Industrial Deal project. “There was a great group spirit in our team and it was very fruitful to tackle an EU issue with different perspectives and backgrounds. Such an approach is essential for the EU’s future.”

“Our project focused on a critical major issue in Europe - how the EU can regulate AI in a way that protects citizens’ rights and safety while still remaining competitive in this fast-moving landscape,” says Cassandra Astenius, student at Stockholm School of Economics and part of the Rewiring the EU’s AI Future: From Linear Regulation to Dynamic Ecosystem team. “This multicampus experience was really valuable because it gave me the opportunity to work in such an international and interdisciplinary setting and pushed me to look at questions from a broader policy perspective, while working on a very relevant real-world issue.”

13/05/2026

An evening entirely devoted to performing arts at Bocconi. Our students took the stage, created video installations, sang, danced, and brought characters to life… and with them, the whole community. We’re always ready to ask our students uncomfortable questions when they don’t expect them. And they’re always ready to answer. So here we are again!

And great job to everyone who performed, and to all those who enjoyed the show! We're proud of you! 💙

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