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Bocconi University
Bocconi University was founded in 1902 by Ferdinando Bocconi. Its endowment supports scholarships, research chairs and campus operations. The endowment owns...
Bocconi University
Bocconi University was founded in 1902 by Ferdinando Bocconi. Its endowment supports scholarships, research chairs and campus operations. The endowment owns the Bocconi Urban Campus, SDA Bocconi New Campus valued at $160 million, and a portfolio of student residences. It participates in venture investments as a limited partner through Bocconi for Innovation in companies including Hat Music, Scavenger, Mapo Tapo and 1000Farmacie. Geographic focus remains Italy with additional presence in Rome. The university employs 400 professionals and operates Bocconi Endowment Management S.r.l. as a wholly owned investment advisor. October 2025: Sponsored the Bocconi Art Gallery inauguration featuring contemporary works by Emilio Isgrò and others. Governance ties the endowment to the Fondazione Javotte Bocconi Manca di Villahermosa, which channels scholarship funding separately from operating decisions.
General information
Firm type
Endowment / Foundation
Year founded
1902
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Italy
City
Milan
Corporate office
Via Sarfatti 25, Milan, Italy
Additional offices
Rome, Italy
Principals
Andrea Sironi
President
Francesco Billari
Rector
Mario Monti
President of the Javotte Bocconi Institute
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Bocconi University?
Andrea Sironi serves as President. Bocconi Endowment Management S.r.l. acts as the dedicated investment advisor since 2023.
Does Bocconi University participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The endowment holds direct real estate and art assets. It also commits as a limited partner to early-stage vehicles via Bocconi for Innovation.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
The university traces its founding gift to Ferdinando Bocconi in 1902.
What investment stages does Bocconi University typically target?
Known activity centers on campus real estate and seed-stage startups through its innovation vehicle.
How is Bocconi University related to its foundation vehicle?
The Fondazione Javotte Bocconi Manca di Villahermosa operates alongside the endowment to fund scholarships and academic chairs.
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