Bachelor's in International Politics and Government

Bocconi University has evolved into a globally recognized institution, renowned for its innovative approach to education and research. The university's commitment to providing a transformative learning experience is reflected in its diverse academic programs, ranging from undergraduate to postgraduate levels, all designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed for success in a rapidly changing world. What sets Bocconi apart is its international outlook, fostering an environment that encourages cross-cultural understanding and collaboration. The university's strong ties with the business and economic sectors ensure that students not only gain theoretical knowledge but also practical insights, preparing them to navigate the complexities of the global professional landscape. Bocconi University, with its illustrious history and forward-looking approach, continues to be a hub for those aspiring to make meaningful contributions to the fields of economics, management, finance, and beyond.

This BSc is the first undergraduate program offered by Bocconi in the field of political science, with a small multicultural class group of selected, highly motivated students, taught by a dedicated international faculty. You will learn how to interpret the evolution of social, economic and political systems in an international perspective, understand the mechanisms of decision-making and management within national and international institutions, develop skills needed for designing, implementing and evaluating public policies, and understand and manage interactions between private actors and the public sector. You will acquire a toolbox of soft and hard skills through active learning from a wide array of subjects: politics, economics, management, law, history and quantitative methods. Great emphasis is placed on three moments of policy-making: designing public policies which are both economically efficient and politically sustainable; implementing public policies with an effective approach; and evaluating public policies using modern quantitative and qualitative techniques. Graduates of the program will be prepared to work at national and international public institutions, as well as nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). They will also have the knowledge and skills needed to work in the private sector, both in consultancy, lobbying and public affairs firms, and in the management of companies, especially those operating in regulated sectors and in multinational settings characterized by significant geopolitical risks. The program aims to educate future national and international policy-makers, active players in international organizations and regulatory authorities, and managers in international private firms dealing with growing non-market environments.