Online Bocconi test - International Graduate applicants

The Bocconi test consists of 50 multiple-choice questions, divided into 3 subject areas:

— Verbal reasoning (24 questions)

— Data insight (16 questions)

— Quantitative reasoning (10 questions) 
 

VERBAL REASONING

A. Reading comprehension
It contains a series of questions designed to test the comprehension of passages and the quality of the processing of the information contained in them. To answer it correctly, you need to have assimilated the meaning and information contained in the passage.

B. Data/Statements
The test includes questions designed to assess your ability to reason logically. You will be given some data and some statements. You will need to figure out whether each statement is true or false based on the given data.

C. Verbal critical reasoning
The third type of verbal reasoning questions will present a short passage describing a specific situation. At the end of the passage, a question is asked to assess the critical reasoning capacity of the candidate, e.g., by asking which condition would best support the thesis proposed in the passage, or what is the logical assumption from which the thesis sustained in the passage comes. Assume that what is said in the passage is true, even though you might not always agree, and meditate, based on this assumption, on the cause-and-effect relationships implicit in the passage.

DATA INSIGHT

A. Numerical critical reasoning
This area includes questions used to assess numerical reasoning ability. Tables, histograms, graphs, or simple passages are presented, followed by several questions. Your task is to solve the problem that is presented by using reasoning, primarily, and by paying close attention to the information that is provided.

B. Data Sufficiency
In the second type of Data insight questions, a question made up of two parts will be presented. Firstly, you will read a problem, followed by two statements indicated by the numbers (1) and (2). The task is to decide which statement or statements are necessary, if any, to solve the problem.

QUANTITATIVE REASONING

This section includes questions that assess your ability to solve numerical and logical problems using basic mathematics and analytical thinking.

To practice on the test questions, you can download the test sample available in the "Download area" of this webpage.

The online Bocconi test lasts 75 minutes.

The questions are distributed within the test in a mixed way, both by difficulty level and by topic.

The time for the resolution of each question may vary depending on the type of question. 

You must work on your time management skills and on your ability to move smoothly from one topic to another as well as on developing a personal strategy that takes into account your areas of strength and weaknesses. 

 

Scores are calculated as follows: 

• Right answer: 1 point
• Missing answer: 0 points
• Wrong answer: -0.25/-0.33 points. 
  
   

Applicants who receive a total score (penalties included) lower than 15 out of 50 will not be considered in the selection process. 
 

Based on Italian regulations in force (Law 17/1999 and 170/2010) and CNUDD (Conferenza Nazionale Universitaria dei Delegati per le Disabilità) guidelines, Bocconi University is committed to offer the best tailor- made solutions to support applicants with disabilities (temporary or permanent) or learning disorders (e.g. dyslexia, dyscalculia) in taking the Bocconi test.

Further information are available on the webpage dedicated to students with disabilities/learning disorders.

THE WEBTESTING PLATFORM

The Bocconi online test is held through an external webtesting platform implemented with a proctoring system, available at this link: 
 

Bocconi webtesting platform 

It is important to pay attention when filling in your profile, as the platform will show available tests based on the information provided. Please make sure to choose the correct test for the programs you are applying to. Applications submitted with the wrong test will not be considered.

During the test period, multiple dates will be available, and applicants may choose their preferred test date, subject to slot availability on the webtesting platform.

Please note that the webtesting platform will not be available on the following dates:

• 1 August – 24 August 2025
• 6 December – 8 December 2025
• 19 December 2025 – 1 January 2026
• 4 April – 6 April 2026
• 25 April 2026
• 1 May – 3 May 2026

Make sure to take these closures into account when planning your test booking and preparation.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure they have a valid test score by the application deadline of the round they are applying for. For detailed information, please refer to the document “Instructions and Rules of Conduct.” For example, the last day to take the test for Round 1 is 3 November, with booking to be completed by 1 November.

When planning your test, please be aware that dates close to application deadlines are in high demand and may sell out quickly. We strongly recommend booking your preferred test date well in advance to secure availability.

CREATING AN ACCOUNT AND TAKING THE TEST

On your first access to the platform, you must register and create a personal account. Once your account is activated, you will be able to log in to the webtesting platform at any time.

On the webtesting platform, you can:

• View available test dates and book a test session
• Purchase a test attempt (maximum 3 attempts per academic year)
• Take the online test
• View and download your test score reports

Applicants may take the test a maximum of 3 times per academic year, during the entire period in which the test is available.

Please note:

• You cannot take the test twice on the same day or on two consecutive days
• After receiving a score, you are encouraged to review your performance and take time to prepare for a potential second attempt

To prepare effectively for the Bocconi online test, it is essential that you familiarize yourself with the technical requirements, the devices allowed, the rules of conduct, and the steps involved in starting and completing the test. All this information is available in the document titled "Instructions and Rules of Conduct", which can be found in the “Download Area” section of this webpage.

Please make sure to read the document carefully before your test day.

Failure to comply with the rules outlined in the Instructions and Rules of Conduct may result in your test being invalidated and/or in your exclusion from the selection process for the 2026-27 academic year.

The test score report provides a summary of your performance on the test.

It will be available for download in your personal area of the webtesting platform approximately 48 hours after you take the test.

The report includes:

• Your total score
• Your scores in each subject area
• The number of correct, incorrect, and unanswered items

This detailed breakdown is a valuable tool to help you review your performance, identify your strengths and weaknesses, and better prepare for any future test attempt(s).

On the score report, you will also find a REFERENCE NUMBER, composed of ten alphanumeric characters (e.g., 24GE3aK1v5).

This code is the unique identifier of your test attempt and must be entered exactly as it appears in the "Ref. No." section of your online admission application.

For assistance on the purchase of a test attempt on the webtesting platform, refund policy, technical issues and/or disconnection during the test, etc. please send an email via this form: support.giuntipsy.com
 

The above-mentioned form is the only one that can be used to report technical problems during the exam. Reports arrived via other addresses or other systems (e.g., phone calls or chat) will not be considered in any way.

The assistance service is active Monday to Thursday from 9:00 to 18:00, and on Friday from 9:00 to 16:30. Reports received on Saturday and Sunday will be handled starting from the following Monday. Responses to emails received for cases not included in the FAQ will be provided within the next 48h working hours.

Reports of technical problems must be received within 24 hours of taking the test. For example, if you take the test on Monday at 15:00, you will need to report any technical problems you have encountered by Tuesday at 15:00.

For information and clarifications relating to the rules of conduct, test scores and admissions results, etc. please write to: graduateadmissions@unibocconi.it