Transfer Learning Program

Unlock Your Full Potential


This program is designed to support ambitious Bocconi students in reaching their full potential.

If selected, you'll be matched with a senior BSML member, active in your field of interest. Your mentor will offer guidance, share insights, and may even provide referrals. They've stood where you stand now–they all studied at Bocconi–and have gone on to pursue the path you're aiming for.

Whether you're targeting top universities for a Master's or PhD, or you're interested in a career in quantitative finance or data science, our mentors are here to help you. Explore our subject areas, check out where our associates work or study, and apply now!

APPLY TO THE PROGRAM

Quantitative Finance Industry
Interested in a career in quantitative finance, specifically on the buy-side? At the BSML Transfer Learning Program, we understand how stressful the recruitment process can be. That's why we're here to support you every step of the way, offering:

  • Mock interviews
  • Access to the same prep materials we used for brainteasers, mental math, and coding challenges
  • Personalised CV reviews tailored specifically for quantitative finance roles
Additionally, candidates who build a strong connection with their mentor may become eligible for a referral.
Data Science Industry
Applying to data science jobs? Our mentors are eager to support you throughout the process by offering:

  • Mock interviews to help you practice and improve
  • Tailored preparation strategies for data science assessments and interviews
  • Personalised CV reviews focused on data science roles
Candidates who build a strong rapport with their mentor may also be eligible for a referral.
Machine Learning Research Research
Have a machine learning project you're eager to bring to life? Whether you're looking for collaborators, support, or just someone to dive into the details with, we're here to help. We can support you by:

  • Working alongside you to develop and refine your project
  • Reviewing your core ideas, assumptions, and addressing the limitations of your work
  • Getting feedback from our wider community
Let's turn your vision into reality, together.
Master's Academia
Thinking about pursuing a Master's abroad? Our mentors—all of whom completed their Bachelor's at Bocconi, just like you—would be glad to support you by:

  • Offering guidance on every part of the application process, including the statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, standardised tests, and (where applicable) interviews
  • Reviewing your application materials, such as your statement of purpose
  • Sharing their own experience during their graduate studies, helping you make a more informed decision
PhD Academia
Thinking about pursuing a PhD abroad? At the BSML Transfer Learning Program, current PhD students are ready to support you on your journey by:

  • Offering guidance on every part of the application process, including the statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, standardised tests, and (where applicable) interviews
  • Reviewing your application materials, such as your statement of purpose
  • Sharing their own experience during their graduate studies, helping you make a more informed decision