Rotman-SDA Bocconi Global Executive MBA (2025)

Global Executive MBA

  • Why Rotman?
  • Careers
  • Your GEMBA experience
  • More than a classroom
  • Admissions
  • Finances
  1. Network

    Build an incomparable and lifelong network of international peers and alumni with diverse industry backgrounds, experiences, and global perspectives.

  2. Ignite your career

    Reimagine how you tackle business problems and lead in a competitive marketplace.

  3. Top universities

    Leverage the power of your degrees offered jointly by two of the world’s most prestigious universities.

  4. International

    Learn with, from, and about seasoned international business leaders who will be your classmates and collaborators.

  5. Global perspective

    Visit seven of the world’s most dynamic cities, gaining exposure to global business practices while immersing yourself in local cultures.

Career services

Rotman and SDA Bocconi's dedicated Career Services teams can help you make your next big move. Once you start your GEMBA, we have your back well beyond the completion of your studies. You will have access to career support throughout your professional journey. We are here for you.

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Global, transformative

Learn about potential career paths and outcomes for Rotman GEMBA graduates.

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Career services on two continents

GEMBA students benefit from two Career Services teams: one at Rotman and one at SDA Bocconi.

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List of Rotman career services

As a GEMBA student you'll have access to a dedicated careers team and a suite of services designed to help you achieve your goals.

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Hear from our graduates:

“My client base has extended far beyond Toronto.”

Justin Cheung, GEMBA'22

Managing Director, Technology & Marketing Strategy, Pack Consulting & Advisory

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"The GEMBA class is made up of professionals from a range of industries, regions, and backgrounds. The wealth of knowledge and perspective is amazing. Looking at the world through multiple lenses makes for a richer learning experience."

Elena Afanassieva, GEMBA'22

Senior Manager, Enterprise Risk and Portfolio Management, BMO Financial Group, Canada

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“We’re going through a renaissance in the space economy, and I knew I had to change with it."

David Mauro, GEMBA '23

Associate Division Chief (Detail), Intelligent Systems Division, NASA Ames Research Center

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Your GEMBA experience

Embark on a transformative journey with the Rotman-SDA Bocconi Global Executive MBA (GEMBA), spanning seven dynamic cities across four continents.

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Class profile

Meet our outstanding current GEMBA class.

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Month-by-month: Your GEMBA

Get an overview of the classes you'll take and cities you'll visit as part of your GEMBA.

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Faculty

Meet the faculty teaching in Rotman's Global Executive MBA.

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Build your future

As a Rotman GEMBA student you'll develop new skills, adopt new tools, and be prepared to face any challenge. The best time to start is today.

Finances

Everything you need to know about program costs, scholarships, and options for financing your program.

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Arrange a one-on-one meeting

Book a time to chat with a member of the Rotman recruitment team.

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Upcoming events

Hear from GEMBA alumni, ask questions, and learn more at an upcoming admissions event.

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More than a classroom

Your experience at Rotman is more than what you learn in the classroom. It’s who you meet and your time together at the School—and outside it.

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By spending time with your classmates at student life events, volunteering, or even attending a baseball game together, you’ll gain a fresh perspective on the world.

Each GEMBA class is made up of people who bring a diversity of lived experience, thought, and professional backgroundand that network will support you throughout your career.

Many graduates from across Rotman's programs have come together to launch businesses, have attended each other's weddings and celebrations, and have supported each other through welcoming a new family member and through life's hardships. Your GEMBA network is more than just professional; they’re life-long friends.

Class profile

Take a look at the current class:

40 years Average age of our GEMBA students, with 36% of the class identifying as women.

15 years Average years of work experience, with an average of eight years experience in management and leadership.

17+ Countries represented in the GEMBA class. See below for a full list of countries from around the world.

The current GEMBA cohort is comprised of students from the following countries:

  • Austria
  • Canada
  • China
  • Colombia
  • France
  • Germany
  • Ireland
  • Italy
  • Lebanon
  • Mexico
  • Netherlands
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Switzerland
  • Ukraine
  • United Arab Emirates
  • United Kingdom

Job categories

  • 36% Manager
  • 30% C-suite, Chairman, or Board of Directors
  • 27% Director or VP
  • 7% Other

Hear from our graduates:

Rotman GEMBA: No Ordinary MBA

Meet GEMBA'24 Valedictorian Simone Mauri

GEMBA: Leading Change

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Toronto is the financial capital of Canada, meaning many organizations have their headquarters located in the city. By joining the Rotman School of Management, you’re opening yourself to a world of networking and career opportunities with top employers.

Many people are surprised on their first visit to see how much green space the city has, earning its nickname ‘The City within a park’. We also have public beaches, islands, rivers, ravines, and other great spaces to get out and explore nature while never straying too far from a streetcar or subway stop, including Riverdale Farm: a working farm located right downtown and open to the public.

Before signing a lease (or mortgage), make sure you’ve found the right location! Learn about Toronto’s diverse neighbourhoods, including the Annex, where the Rotman School is located, on Wikipedia. If you’re moving outside the Annex, check a TTC transit map to make sure you can get to class on time via local transportation.

The Greater Toronto Area is home to 25 urban, suburban, and rural municipalities, meaning if you prefer a quieter lifestyle it’s still within reach of our downtown Toronto campus. The Rotman School offers underground parking all year round. Visit the University of Toronto Transportation services site for a map of all campus parking and information on rates.Many students also commute via biking, the TTC, Go Transit, or even Via Rail.

Take the first step today

We can answer your questions about how to apply, what to expect in the application, and how much your GEMBA will cost.

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Fees, scholarships, and financial support

Rotman’s Global Executive MBA has a dedicated scholarship fund of $300,000 USD for the incoming class.

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Entrance awards and scholarships

You'll be automatically considered for entrance awards when you apply, and do not need to complete an additional application.

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Loan programs

You have additional options including government loans, international student loans, and accessing your LLP and RESP.

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Fees

See the program fees and what's included in your Global Executive MBA.

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Transform how you lead and think about global business in 18 months

The world is interconnected in more ways than it has ever been before. Your joint Rotman-SDA Bocconi program will enable you to transcend more than just international borders; it will enable you to lead, innovate and influence in a globalized economy.

#5 Rotman's GEMBA program is ranked among the top European Business Schools according to the Financial Times 2023.

#1 The University of Toronto is the top university in Canada according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023

#1 SDA Bocconi is the top European Business School according to Bloomberg Businessweek 2023.

Meet the team

Not sure where to start?

If you want to learn more about Rotman's Global Executive MBA, please contact us for a one-on-one conversation with a member of our recruitment team.

  • Attend an admissions event
  • Reach out to have your questions answered
  • Send us your resume for a pre-assessment

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