Lisbon, a vibrant city full of life, rich in history and culture and The European City of the Year 2012 according to The Academy of Urbanism.

Lisbon offers you the best of everything: from paradise beaches in Ericeira and Costa da Caparica, to the dynamic rhythm of a modern business center mixed with historical landmarks. Surrounded by mountains and water, some call it the city of the oceans. It’s the only European capital with sunsets on the sea and is one of Europe’s most ancient cities – Lisbon is second only to Athens.

Strategically located in the western coast of continental Europe, Lisbon is an important location in the global economy:  it’s the closest European capital to the United States and just a 2-hour flight away from all major European cities. Lisbon brings together perspectives from Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia, enriching both business and cultural life. Moreover, the city is connected to Brazil by language, spain by proximity and it’s urban center has a long tradition of exploring and trading. It's the perfect environment for any entrepreneur or business student with global ambitions! Lisbon is a Startup City: a capital of entrepreneurship!

As a student in The Lisbon MBA International, you will have the unique opportunity to explore Lisbon and all it has to offer.

Lisbon is officially Western Europe’s least expensive capital and at the same time opportunities in Lisbon are abound, the city produces 45% of Portugal’s GDP, making the perfect combination of value and opportunities for any bootstrapping business student and entrepreneur.

Living Costs

• Room rental/ shared apartment rental (depending on the areas) - from 200€ to 350€ per month*
• Public transports (subway, bus or train) - 40€ per month*
• Food (cooking at home and having meals in school cantines) - 300€ per month*

In a year here in Lisbon you can be expecting to spend around 10.000€ (food, housing and transports)

* these values are estimated, they may be lower or higher depending on your preferences