The Lisbon MBA Católica|Nova is an internationally recognized joint venture between two leading European business schools, Católica-Lisbon and Nova SBE in Lisbon, Portugal, in collaboration with MIT Sloan. Our MBA Programs:

International MBA

12-month accelerated full-time program for high potential professionals with a minimum of 3 years of work experience, who aim to boost or change their career paths, including a 1-month Immersion Program at MIT Sloan in Boston (US) and 2 months of Action Learning program.

• MIT Immersion: Spend one month at MIT Sloan School of Management in Boston, engaging with top faculty and exploring global innovation up close.
•  Action Learning: Choose between an in-company assignment or participation in an entrepreneurship hub, applying what you learn to real-world business challenges.
• Leadership Development: Sharpen your leadership skills through personalized coaching, soft skill workshops, and team-based projects that push you to grow.
• Career Management Center: Receive tailored career support, from personal branding and interview prep to networking and recruiting events with top global employers.
• Global and Diverse Cohort: Collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds and build an international network that lasts a lifetime.
• Life in Lisbon: Study in one of Europe’s most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities — a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and lifestyle.

Executive MBA

20-month part-time program, aimed at successful professionals with a minimum of 5 years of work experience who aim to progress to top management level positions or change their career path, with a minimum disruption of their professional and personal life. It includes a 1-week Immersion Program at MIT Sloan, a Business SImulation and Business Project.

• MIT Immersion: Spend one week at MIT Sloan School of Management in Boston, engaging with top faculty and exploring global innovation up close.
•  Action Learning: Engage in a competitive Business Simulation where you’ll craft go-to-market strategies for a global B2C company, making high-impact decisions. And, apply your skills in a team-based Business Project, tackling real challenges like market expansion, product launches, or business transformation.
• Leadership Development: Develop and enhance your leadership capabilities through executive coaching, leadership activities, and modules designed to deepen self-awareness, strengthen decision-making, and elevate your strategic impact.
• Career Management Center: Access personalized career support focused on executive-level growth — from strategic career planning to leadership transitions and high-level networking opportunities.
• Global and Diverse Cohort: Collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds and build an international network that lasts a lifetime.
• Life in Lisbon: Study in one of Europe’s most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities — a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and lifestyle.

In the Financial Times Global MBA Ranking 2025, The Lisbon MBA Católica|Nova ranks among the top 25 in Europe and is listed in the top 100 globally. The program has consistently excelled in the "International Course Experience" category, reflecting its global perspective. Additionally, it is one of the few European MBA to offer a month-long immersion at MIT Sloan, whose MBA is ranked #6 worldwide.

The program's focus is on developing principled, global leaders with a meaningful impact on business and society. It offers a holistic learning approach with strong action-based experiences, set in a diverse and entrepreneurial city like Lisbon, providing students with opportunities for significant career advancement.

The key features are based in our unique value proposition: 

Global Experience: Gain a global business perspective with elite faculty from Católica-Lisbon, Nova SBE, and MIT Sloan. Includes an MIT immersion program, optional global learning, and an international cohort.

Holistic Approach: Embark on a journey combining management expertise with personal leadership development through coaching and mentoring, talks with C-level executives, webinars, and more.

Action Learning: Benefit from hands-on learning, customizable electives, and a strategic problem-solving focus throughout the MBA program.

Career Advancement: Receive personalized career planning, participate in workshops, panels, and networking events, and access a dynamic alumni network.

Lisbon Experience: Study in one of Europe's most vibrant cities. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, rich culture, and booming innovation scene, Lisbon offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and career opportunities, making it an ideal place to live, learn, and grow.

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