Consulting a thesis

The Bocconi Library holds all the dissertations discussed at the University since the foundation, except for those related to bachelor's degree programs. This is a valuable collection that contributes to outlining the history of our University, weaving the thread of national and international history with that of the individual stories of Bocconi graduates.
You can explore dissertations in the Collections tab, where you can find:

-Bocconi University Dissertations (Online), all dissertations discussed at Bocconi University since 1977, divided between Dissertations 1988-2000 and Dissertations 2000-. Within each group you will find two boxes, one for the theses for which the author has authorized consultation (Authorized Dissertations), another for those for which consultation has not been authorized (Unauthorized Dissertations). In the latter case you will be able to see details about the dissertations (title, author, advisor, year), but not read the content.

-Bocconi University Historical Dissertations, that contains the texts of all the theses discussed at the University from 1906 to 1977. The dissertations are displayed according to a timeline that accompanies significant moments in the history of the University and its community. Historical dissertations are undergoing an important process of restoration and digitization for preservation purposes. This project is currently in progress and has been made possible thanks to the support of generous donors.

How do I search for a dissertation? Use the search bar in each section or scroll through the titles and choose the ones that interest you most. Either way, we suggest you to start with the sign in. You can also search for dissertations in SearchLib by author (student name or supervisor name), title or keywords within the title, but you will only be able to read dissertations for which the author has given permission for consultation. We suggest you to consult the Libguide Consulting Dissertations to best set up your research strategies.

Can I read dissertations in the Library? Sure! Theses can be consulted in the Library from the dedicated workstations, which are located on the Library ground floor.

What if I am off campus? If you are a student or Faculty member, you can consult the theses even when you are off campus at any time. Simply sign in and ... enjoy your reading!