IM Concentration – DD ESSEC Luxury Management

Bocconi University and ESSEC Business School have partnered to offer a unique Double Degree in Luxury Management designed for future changemakers in the industry. Over two immersive years, you will earn two prestigious degrees:

• MSc in International Management from Bocconi in Milan
• Master in Luxury Management from ESSEC in Paris (Cergy campus)

Behind every luxury product, price is just one aspect — luxury also stands for purpose, passion and pushing boundaries. Even in times of uncertainty, luxury brands thrive by delivering the exceptional: bold design, flawless craftsmanship and unforgettable experiences. And behind every successful brand is a new generation of leaders who understand both heritage and innovation. This program aims to train these leaders.

Start your journey in Milan — Italy’s fashion and design capital — then learn more about luxury business at ESSEC’s dynamic campus near Paris. You will gain global exposure, hands-on experience and a powerful network to launch your career in one of the most exciting industries in the world. 

The Double Degree class group at Bocconi will be open to around 20 students every year: you will spend your first year at Bocconi and move to Paris for your second year. 

Study Plan

This Double Degree program offers a global outlook on luxury management, immersing you in French and Italian excellence at the heart of the industry, while connecting you with an extensive global network of industry professionals and leading companies. 

You will study a curriculum delivered entirely in English, preparing you for the international luxury market. In the classroom, you will become part of a truly international and diverse community of students. 

The first year of the program takes place in Milan at Bocconi, where you will attend core courses and seminars focused on the fundamental aspects of International Management. 

The second year of the program takes place in Cergy (Paris) at ESSEC Business School. There you will attend advanced specialization courses such as Luxury Retail Management, Marketing Analytics and Luxury Hospitality Management. At the end of your coursework, you will prepare a final thesis and discuss it at Bocconi to conclude the academic curriculum.

To gain valuable experience, the study plan also includes an internship that can be carried out in Italy, France or anywhere in the world. 

Please note that:

• The study plan may be subject to slight variations decided by the competent bodies.
• The thesis must be discussed in person only at Bocconi University.
• To meet the Bocconi language requirements, non-Italian native speakers should take Italian A2. Italian native speakers can take French, German or Spanish at level B1 Business