The Lisbon MBA Católica|Nova rises 11 places in the Financial Times ranking to be among the 25 best in Europe and the 74th best

It should be noted that the International MBA programme of The Lisbon MBA Católica|Nova is the 5th highest-ranking MBA in Europe, and the only MBA in Portugal to be included in this prestigious ranking of the best MBAs in the world. 

Standing out for its strong international component, this MBA achieved 4th place in the world in the International Course Experience criterion, as a result of its consistent partnerships with top business schools, namely the immersion programme at MIT Sloan in the United States and exchange programmes with other MBAs.

The Lisbon MBA ranked 18th in Europe for its students' career progression indicator, putting salary growth at 81 per cent three years after graduation, with an average gross annual salary of 120,575 USD. This figure was the 5th best in Europe in terms of salary progression. It should also be noted that the International MBA achieved a 91% employability rate three months after completing the programme.

Also contributing to the success of the International MBA programme is the increase in diversity, a priority focus of The Lisbon MBA, with an average of 60% international students and 40% women with the most diverse professional backgrounds and academic backgrounds, as well as a highly prestigious teaching staff made up of the CATÓLICA-LISBON and Nova SBE schools that teach on the MBA, 40% of whom are international professors.

According to Maria José Amich, Executive Director of The Lisbon MBA, "we are very proud to continue to rise in the world rankings, and we are the only MBA in Portugal to be continuously included in the prestigious Financial Times 2024 ranking. We continue to expand our international partnerships and increase class diversity, a key aspect of our mission to nurture our students' potential as global leaders and prepare them to have a positive impact on organisations. The International MBA 2024 class is made up of 62 per cent international students representing 13 nationalities, 59 per cent of whom are women, with different professional and academic backgrounds. A crucial aspect for the development of students' intercultural competences, which brings a diversity of perspectives and horizons and stimulates creativity in the decision-making process."

According to Filipe Santos, Dean of CATÓLICA-LISBON, and Pedro Oliveira, Dean of Nova SBE, "this top position for The Lisbon MBA reflects the success of the programme and the excellent professional careers of its graduates. The results also reflect the success of this partnership that brings together three world-renowned schools to put Portugal on the map of MBAs of excellence, attracting talent from all over the world to Lisbon. The future is built through the development of talents and leaders who are more humane, innovative and inclusive, capable of leading with purpose. CATÓLICA-LISBON and Nova SBE will continue to work to strengthen their position as world-renowned business schools, working in partnership with the best to continue developing an MBA of excellence."