Cyber Risk Strategy and Governance and Transformative Sustainability
The Joint Degree programs in Cyber Risk Strategy and Governance and Transformative Sustainability, offered jointly by Bocconi University and Politecnico di Milano, combine the complementary strengths of two leading institutions to provide students with a unique interdisciplinary education. Through an integrated curriculum delivered by both universities, students develop the technical, analytical and managerial competencies needed to address some of today's most pressing global challenges, while benefiting from the academic excellence and expertise of both institutions.
Admission to these Joint Degree programs follows a specific application process and timeline. Applications are reviewed by a joint admissions board composed of representatives from both universities, according to the criteria outlined below.
The information provided on this page applies exclusively to candidates who have obtained, or are expected to obtain, their Bachelor degree from Bocconi University or another Italian university.
The dedicated admission process is available to candidates who have obtained, or are expected to obtain, a Bachelor's degree from Bocconi University or another Italian university.
Applicants may submit one application and select a maximum of two program choices:
- Cyber Risk Strategy and Governance;
- Transformative Sustainability.
International applicants should apply through the standard MSc admission rounds, where the Joint Degree programs in Cyber Risk Strategy and Governance and Transformative Sustainability are available among the program choices.
The application timeline for the dedicated admission rounds is detailed in the table below.
| Activity | First Round | Second Round |
|---|---|---|
| Applications open | September 16, 2026 | March 15, 2027 |
| Application deadline | November 2, 2026 | May 25, 2027 |
| Admission results | December 17, 2026 | June 15, 2027 |
| Enrollment deadline | January 14, 2027 | June 22, 2027 |
Applications are evaluated through a holistic assessment carried out by a Joint Admissions Board composed of representatives from Bocconi University and Politecnico di Milano.
Candidates holding, or expected to obtain, a Bachelor's degree from Bocconi University or Politecnico di Milano are not required to take an admission test.
Candidates holding, or expected to obtain, a Bachelor's degree from another Italian university must submit a valid Bocconi Test, GMAT or GRE score.
International applicants should apply through the standard MSc admission rounds. Applications to the Joint Degree programs in Cyber Risk Strategy and Governance and Transformative Sustainability are evaluated through the same holistic assessment, according to the admission process applicable to international candidates.
Admitted candidates will have approximately two weeks to confirm their offer of admission and pay the first installment (advance payment).
In case of multiple offers of admission, candidates may choose which program to enroll in. If enrollment has already been completed, the advance payment (first installment) may be transferred to the newly selected program.
Admitted candidates are required to:
- demonstrate English language proficiency at a minimum B2 level by the end of June 2027;
- obtain a qualifying Bachelor degree by the end of October 2027.
Please refer to the Language Requirements for Enrollment page for the list of accepted English language certifications and the relevant regulations.