SDA Bocconi Asia Center takes immense pride in being part of an institution that consistently ranks among the world’s best in business education. The latest Financial Times Global MBA Ranking 2025 reaffirms SDA Bocconi’s position as a global leader, ranking 4th worldwide and 2nd in Europe. This achievement strengthens SDA Bocconi’s reputation as a top choice for ambitious professionals seeking a world-class business education, building on last year’s success, where the school ranked 6th in Financial Times’ European business school rankings. This consistent upward trajectory underscores its growing influence in global business education.
The FT Global MBA Ranking 2025 highlights SDA Bocconi’s relentless commitment to academic rigor, career progression, and international diversity. The rankings are based on 21 key criteria, with a strong emphasis on alumni career progress, including post-MBA salary, salary increase percentage, and career advancement. Additional factors include diversity among students and faculty, faculty research output, and value for money, all assessed through alumni surveys and institutional data.
“Celebrating a breakthrough is great, but celebrating a confirmation is even better,” says Stefano Caselli, Dean of SDA Bocconi School of Management. “With this year’s result, SDA Bocconi firmly establishes itself among the top 5 MBAs in the world and the top 3 in Europe. Moreover, it excels in the parameters that best reflect its core values. The numbers show that the MBA experience at SDA Bocconi has a profound, transformative impact on both the careers and lives of its participants.”
SDA Bocconi’s strong performance in career outcomes, faculty excellence, and global exposure reflects its ability to shape future business leaders ready to tackle complex global challenges. Its industry-driven approach and transformative education model continue to set new benchmarks in management education.
Commenting on the new rankings, Professor Leonardo Etro, Dean, SDA Bocconi Asia Center, stated, “This ranking is a reflection of SDA Bocconi’s unwavering mission—to shape global leaders through excellence, innovation, and impact. It reaffirms our commitment to delivering transformative education that empowers professionals to navigate complex global challenges. This is not just recognition of our past achievements but a testament to our continuous pursuit of excellence in management education.”
At SDA Bocconi Asia Center, we celebrate this milestone as a testament to the collective efforts of our faculty, students, alumni, and corporate partners. This ranking further motivates us to strengthen our mission of delivering cutting-edge, globally recognized education tailored to the needs of dynamic markets.
Alessandro Giuliani, Managing Director, SDA Bocconi Asia Center said, “Being ranked #4 worldwide and #2 in Europe is more than just an achievement—it’s a testament to SDA Bocconi’s transformative impact on global business education. For our students and alumni at SDA Bocconi Asia Center, this recognition amplifies their credentials and reaffirms their place among the world’s top business minds.”
We remain committed to empowering future leaders through an educational experience that blends academic excellence with real-world impact. Our journey toward continuous improvement and leadership in business education is driven by our passion for learning, innovation, and global collaboration.
Join us as we continue to shape the future of management education in Asia and beyond!