SDA Bocconi Class of 2016 - Calling all applicants!

Hi Flavio-

I'm an American living in New York. If New York is your destination, then Bocconi might be more helpful than the University of Edinburgh. There is an active alumni association in the city and the school is well regarded among the expat community. Americans with more international interest have a good chance of knowing Bocconi as well, but generally speaking we're not aware of international schools beyond Oxford and Cambridge.

If your interest is London, it's also my understanding that there are many Bocconiani there as well. Although I haven't lived there, I believe it's the largest congregation of graduates outside of Italy.

As far as doing an exchange program, 25% doesn't seem to be that bad. Most students are not going to be interested in a study abroad program. Also, generally speaking, policies in Itay are not as rigid as they are in the US, UK, or Germany, so you can expect flexibility if there are specified limitations (which I'm not familiar with).

Thank you guys. Really appreciate that!
Your feedback is really helpful and supported me actually in my personal opinion.

Hello All,

I am invited for an Interview by SDA, the interview is scheduled for 15th of June & would be executed with adcom officer.
Although I already skimmed through the last minute interview tips, still any valuable input would be highly appreciated.

Here is the brief of my profile :

Computer Science Engineering graduate from India, with 3+ years of multifarious experience in HR, Real Estate Business Development and Entrepreneurship.
CGPA : 8.6, various accolades and honor from the graduation university. GRE :316 TOEFL :111.
Post MBA goal : Short term : To analyze and understand the global consulting industry. Long Term : To work and start my own consulting firm, probably catering to IT industry.


Do let me know if there is anything in my application that concerns you.
Thanks in advance.

Hi Everyone,

I received my offer of admission from SDA Bocconi on 19th June.
I need to take a decision and pay my first installment by 26th June (coming Friday) and I would like to clarify some queries before I make the payment.

My only concern is the employ-ability of Indian students in Italy and Europe post the MBA at SDA Bocconi.
In fact I was questioned along that line during my personal interview in the admission process.

If someone in the group have contact with current students or recent alumni, could you please connect me with them.

If I could get the below mentioned details regarding the class of 2014 (completed course in Nov 2014), I could make an informed decision on accepting the offer.
1) No of Indian students who attended the program
2) No of Indian students who got employment offer by the end of the program
3) No of Indian students who got employment offer within three months of program completion
4) Post MBA Jobs split ups (No of students)--
a) Industry wise
b) Location wise
c) Function wise

Hi Sunil,
I have PMed you my contact details.
Could you please add me to the https://gmatclub.com/chat group created for all accepted candidates.

Thanks and Regards,
Aravind

Hi Aravind,

Congratulations for the admit, what I have learnt from various alumni was if you learn Italian and looking to work within Italy, Job would not be any issue.
Also, could you please share your profile details so that I can comtemplate on my admission chances.
When was your interview held ?
How were the questions like ?
How many days did they took for the decision ?

Thanks, hope to see you at SDA Bocconi

Hi Sanidhya,

Thanks a lot for your wishes!
I too received similar response regarding the job scenario and the Italian language. So learning Italian (to whatever level possible) is the first priority now for me!

Now to answer your queries...
Profile: BE Automobile (MIT, Anna Univ) | 6+ yrs in IT Services with 6 months of int'l exp | GMAT -- 650

When was your interview held ? 2nd June

How were the questions like ?
I was interviewed by Prof. Mikkel Draebye. Lasted for around 25 min. He had already read the essays and resume.
Had few questions regarding my nature of work and the strategy followed by my organization to win customers across the globe.
Why MBA now? Did I try other options to achieve my goal?

He then started to question regarding my knowledge on the current economic situation and job market in Europe, esp. Italy.
Felt kind of caught in it as he questioned on any answer I gave.

Did I research on the difficulties Indians face to place a job in Italy/Europe?
Again felt lost. I guessed he was referring to the language barrier and said I am ready to learn the language even before I join the program.
Guess he was convinced with that !
He then asked if I had any questions. Said the admissions team would contact me soon with the results.

How many days did they took for the decision ?
Received the admission decision on 19th June

Please feel free to PM if you have any other specific questions.

Thanks and Regards,
Aravind

Great, I was interviewed on 15th by Cristina Nespoli, still waiting for my results.
Anyways, I have to decide between USC Marshall and SDA bocconi, from my research and alumni connections, I believe that American B-schools have better prospects of Consulting Jobs which I am targeting post MBA.
I am not sure about the moderate job scenario of Europe, whereas there are plethora of such jobs available in USA. Lets see how it goes.

Hi guys,


i got the interview on 16th of jun but no answer yet...i've got place reservation at IE IMBA for september 2015 until 20 of july

Does anyone know if sda has filled the class? There is waiting list? I've waited more than 3 week for final decision , i think it is too much in order to hope in a positive decision...

thks and congrats to all admitted students

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Hello Everyone ,

I myself got interviewed on 7th of July So Stepis I think we should wait , coz it seems interview its still going on as the last mail i received from SDA was that there in the final phase of the composition of the class and if I am getting interviewed on 7th July then it seems we cant say that they have finalized the class. I am myself is crossing my fingers for the same as I have not applied to any other B school.

Hi everyone

something more about my profile.

i'm italian , engineering background with 4,5 years in consulting (2,5 IT and 2 in Strategy consulting) Gmat 680,got the interview on 16th of june.

I saw on FB that there is a group called sda 41 mba and it already has ca. 130 members (ca-90 without alumni) so i'm almost skeptical about still-opening position.

In any case i could be wrong ... does anyone apply for scholarship???

thx
stefano

hello Stefano ,

If that would be the case then why they have interviewed me. I don't know I am also worried as I have not even applied to any other college. Lets hope for the best , I just wanted to confirm if you dont get through atleast they reply right ???

Tnx
Rahul

Hello David ,

I just wanted to know what is the average time SDA bocconi takes to reply after interview. I have been interviewed on 7th July so when can i expect a reply from them.

Thnx
Rahul

Hello Sunil,

Hope you are doing fine , I wanted to know how can i get in touch with you. as I have also got an admit from the SDA bocconi school of management for 2015-16 edition. your help is required kindly get in touch.

your requisites are perfectly in line with SDA Bocconi class... I don't see why you shouldn't be admitted...
just take into account that the MBA 41 FB group has among its guests former MBA40s and SDA Bocconi staff...