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Master in Strategic Management

Master in Strategic Management - POLIMI GSoM

Overview

How do you turn vision into strategy and strategy into success?

Our Master in Strategic Management is designed for ambitious professionals who want to master the art of decision-making, drive innovation, and create a lasting impact in today’s dynamic business world.

Blending cutting-edge theory with real-world application, this program equips you with the skills to navigate complexity, lead organizational change, and gain a competitive edge in the global market. Whether you aspire to shape corporate strategy, launch your own venture, or excel in consulting, this master’s will empower you to make bold, strategic moves.

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Programme structure

Our Master in Strategic Management is a 12-month Master programme offered by POLIMI Graduate School of Management. 

At POLIMI GSoM your learning journey goes beyond lectures and textbook as we have designed a transformational path that will allow you to embark on a journey towards professional and personal fulfillment.

Start and End of courses may vary.

Want to learn what hands-on activities await you? Find out more by downloading our brochure.

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Our services

Throughout your journey you will have the chance to be inspired by the vibrant cultural atmosphere of Milan, Italy. You will be able to enjoy leisure activities while immersing yourself in one of the most important centres worldwide for international business, with a rich entrepreneurial network that also serves as a backdrop to some of the most important international events.
To enable you to do so, we offer you a wide range of services to ease your path as you settle into your life in a new city and live the POLIMI GSoM experience. Discover all our services ranging from housing to Italian courses by consulting the following website.

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2026 INTAKE ARE OPEN.

Please note that we process applications on a rolling basis, which means that they may close even before the deadlines. Our limited number of seats available in the class means the sooner you apply, the better.

If you are a non-EU candidate, we recommend that you apply at least 3 months before the program starts, to leave enough time for a Verification Statement of your degree and to apply for your student visa.

1. ACTIVATE YOUR APPLICATION AND SUBMIT YOUR DOCUMENTS 

Fill in the form at apply.gsom.polimi.it and upload these documents:

  • your CV in English
  • university transcripts/mark sheets
  • bachelor’s/master’s degree (if already available at the time of the application)
  • copy of your passport or ID
  • digital picture
  • letter of reference (if already available at the time of the application)
  • motivation letter
  • Financial Aid Essay (if you’re applying for one of our tuition fee reductions)
  • English proficiency certificate: IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC or equivalent (if already available at the time of the application)
  • Pay the Application Fee (EUR €100)

2. SCREENING 

We will let you know if you have been selected for a Motivational Interview in English, which we will do online.

Fees and Benefits

The programme costs €22,000. These costs cover the entire length of our programme, but they do not include living and travel expenses. A reduced fee of €11,500 is available for students who have graduated from POLITECNICO DI MILANO with a Master of Science degree no more than 3 years before enrolling in the Master.

We at POLIMI GSoM have partnered with Flywire to accept payments from international students worldwide.

Applicants for the International Specialising Masters can apply for fee reductions. These are given out on a first-come, first-served basis, so it’s a good idea to apply early. If you’d like financial aid, you need to request it when you submit your application form – please note that late requests for financial aid won’t be considered.

ROUND OF APPLICATIONS & EARLY-BIRD WAIVERS:

By respecting the following application deadlines, you may apply for the early-bird waiver.
 
Deadline
Early-Bird
Round 1
15 Setember 2026
€ 2,000
Round 2
5 December 2026
€ 1,000
Round 3
15 January 2026
€ 500

To find out more about contributions, visit the dedicated website page.

Info session

Our recruitment team is available for a 30-minute one-to-one info session to guide you through the content, contributions available and the selection process for our programme.

To book your info session, please click on the link below and fill in the booking form. One of our representatives will get in touch with you to set up the meeting.

Book your infosession

Overview

If you are looking to contact someone who has faced the selection process and completed the programme, then get in touch with our Ambassadors.

They will be more than happy to help you figure out the Master’s professional objectives and give you all the information and insights that you might need before starting your application process.

Meet all our Ambassadors!

Subject
General Management
Intake
February 2026
Location
Milan
Format
Full Time
Delivery Mode
On Campus
Language
English
Individuals
€22,000
€ 11.500,00 (POLIMI MSc Alumni)
Experience
Less than 3 years
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INTERNATIONAL MASTERS OFFICE

Emailinfomasters@mip.polimi.it
Phone+39 02 2399 2820
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