Master in Fashion, Experience & Design Management
SDA Bocconi School of Management offers this 12-month English-taught master's, ranked #6 by FT — European Business Schools.
What it takes to get in
- English requirement
- The program is held in English. Applicants whose native language is not English must submit a TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic or CAE score. SDA Bocconi does not publish a required minimum score.
What it costs
What you'll study
70 ECTS over 12 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
The Master in Fashion, Experience & Design Management (MAFED) is an intensive 1-year full-time program offering 70 ECTS/ CFU credits. It provides you with solid management skills tailored for highly creative industries. MAFED empowers you by combining the power of imagination with enhanced methodologies and analytical capabilities. It fosters consistent strategies and carefully targeted marketing initiatives, enabling you to create lasting, engaging, and imaginative brands that stand the test of time.
Rankings
- FT — European Business Schools 2025#6
Visa & life in Italy
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Visto per Studio (Type D National Visa). Fee €116 · 3-6 wks processing · ~€480/month proof of funds. Universitaly pre-enrolment required. Permesso di soggiorno per studio within 8 working days of arrival.
- Post-study work
- Permesso di soggiorno per attesa occupazione — 12 months. No employer sponsorship required during the search window. Register as unemployed at Centro per l'Impiego. Convert to work permit on hire.
- Scholarships
- Invest Your Talent in Italy (MAECI/ICE) (€900/month) · Italian Government Scholarship (Borse di Studio MAECI) (€900/month) · Regional DSU scholarships
- English-taught master's
- ~600 English-taught master's; Politecnico di Milano, Bocconi, Bologna, La Sapienza lead. Source: Universitaly.
About SDA Bocconi School of Management
Common questions
Is Master in Fashion, Experience & Design Management at SDA Bocconi School of Management taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
How much does Master in Fashion, Experience & Design Management at SDA Bocconi School of Management cost?
International tuition is €40,000 per year. Over the full 12-month programme that's roughly €40,000 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at SDA Bocconi School of Management?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Italy after graduating?
Post-study work rights in Italy depend on your nationality — EU/EEA citizens can work freely, and most EU countries offer a job-search permit for non-EU graduates. Check the national immigration authority for current rules.
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