The Lisbon MBA Católica|Nova, #1 MBA and most international MBA in Portugal, is among the best in the world by the Financial Times rankings.
A joint venture between two leading European business schools based in Lisbon, CATÓLICA-LISBON and Nova SBE, in collaboration with MIT SLOAN in Boston, US. MIT Sloan’s own MBA is ranked #1 in the world in the FT Global MBA 2026 ranking, giving our students privileged access to a world‑class academic environment.
The Lisbon MBA holds the accreditations of AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB, placing us among the elite 1% of MBAs with the Triple Crown Accreditation , a stamp of excellence, consistent academic quality, strategic vision, faculty expertise, and graduates’ career success.
Collaboration being at the heart of our DNA, we are proud of our shared Mission: To develop the full potential of our students to become principled and purposeful leaders, capable of having a meaningful and lasting impact on business and society, by providing them with a unique life-changing experience in an entrepreneurial and international environment.
With a value proposition that relies on a holistic learning approach with a global focus, we deliver a transformational journey that goes beyond mastering business fundamentals, enabling our students to thrive as well-rounded inspiring leaders, becoming agents of positive change.
Discover what sets the program apart: rigorous academics, a genuinely international cohort, the MIT Sloan immersion component, strong career outcomes, and Lisbon itself, one of Europe’s most livable and increasingly influential business hubs.
Whether you’re considering our full-time International MBA or our Executive MBA, this is where global business education meets Lisbon, and Where Leaders are Shaped.
Full-time MBA | 12 months
Tuition Fees: 39,500€
Start Date: January 12, 2027
At least 3 years of work experience
Lisbon & Boston (one-month Immersion at MIT Sloan)
Action Learning options
Part-time MBA | 20 months
Tuition Fees: 39,500€
Start Date: October 12, 2027
At least 5 years of work experience
Lisbon & Boston (one-week Immersion at MIT Sloan)
Optional exchange programs
The Lisbon MBA is the only MBA in Europe that offers an immersion program at MIT Sloan School of Management. Our long-standing partnership with MIT provides our students with an unparalleled opportunity to learn from the best professors in the world in entrepreneurship and innovation.
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A dual school experience powered by Católica & Nova, a one-month MIT Sloan Immersion in Boston, and a hands-on, career-focused curriculum in a vibrant European capital. It blends global exposure with Portugal’s fast-growing innovation ecosystem.
The Lisbon MBA International (Full-Time) is an intensive, 12-month transformational journey designed for high-potential professionals with at least 3 years of experience and a Bachelor’s degree who are aiming for a significant career change, whether in industry, function, or geography, or looking to rapidly accelerate their career progression. By stepping away from the workforce to focus exclusively on your growth, you will engage in a deeply immersive environment. A hallmark of this program is the one-month immersion at MIT Sloan in Boston, where you will dive into the world’s most advanced innovation ecosystem and gain “MIT Affiliate” status.
On the other hand, The Lisbon MBA Executive is designed for successful professionals with a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience, this 20-month program allows you to advance into top-level management without interrupting your career. The flexible schedule features classes once per month (Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays) is designed so you can apply new strategic insights to your current role in real-time. While many students use this path to rise within their current organizations, the program’s robust networking and career support ensure it is still entirely possible to change sectors or industries. This track includes a high-impact one-week immersion at MIT Sloan, focusing on global leadership, technological disruption, and innovation.
International MBA students spend about a month at MIT Sloan, attending classes, workshops, and networking events to expand their global perspective and connections.
A Bachelor’s degree, solid professional experience, proven English proficiency, and competitive test results (or waiver when applicable). Strong leadership potential and motivation are essential.
Graduates of The Lisbon MBA embark on high-impact professional journeys, securing new roles or progressing on their current professional paths and achieving a considerable salary increase post-program. This transformation is driven by a curriculum that blends rigorous business fundamentals with a strong focus on leadership and soft skills, making our alumni highly sought after by top-tier global recruiters.
While many choose to thrive in Lisbon’s booming tech and startup ecosystem, others leverage our global network to secure positions in major business hubs across Europe and beyond. This progression is fueled by our Career Management Center, which provides a deeply personalized experience through one-on-one coaching, exclusive networking “talks” with C-suite executives, and hands-on international consulting projects.
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