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Nova School of Business & Economics (Nova SBE) stands as Portugal's leading business school and a prominent global institution. Renowned for its academic excellence, the school consistently ranks among the world's top business schools, according to the Financial Times.

Located in Carcavelos, in the Municipality of Cascais, near the capital, Lisbon, its state-of-the-art campus fosters collaboration, innovation, and sustainability, offering a dynamic environment for students and faculty from over 90 countries. Triple accredited by AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA, Nova SBE provides Bachelor's, Master's, MBA, PhD, and Executive Education programs in fields such as Management, Economics, Finance, and others, with a focus on equipping students to tackle contemporary challenges in a globalized economy.

Nova SBE's mission - based on the values of Rigor, Connectivity Vanguardism, Worldliness, and Impact - is guided by a commitment to sustainability and impactful research. The school aligns its strategies with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting environmental and social accountability through its operations and academic offerings.

The school's research looks to address critical global challenges. It does so through its various Knowledge Centers, Labs, and Institutes, each dedicated to addressing crucial global challenges through innovative, evidence-based solutions. These centers - ranging from Data Science and Health Economics to Leadership and Finance - serve as hubs for interdisciplinary collaboration, bridging academia, industry, and society. The school's Institutes focus on matters such as Public Policy, Tourism & Hospitality, and Entrepreneurship, further amplifying its research capabilities and providing actionable insights and policy recommendations that drive meaningful societal change. Together, these initiatives embody Nova SBE's commitment to advancing knowledge, promoting innovation, and aligning academic excellence.

FAQs

  • Where is Nova SBE located?
    Nova School of Business & Economics (Nova SBE) is located in Carcavelos, Lisbon (Portugal), at Rua da Holanda, n.1, 2775-405 Carcavelos, Portugal. The campus is situated on the Cascais Municipality coast, providing a modern and innovative learning environment. It is easily accessible from Lisbon and nearby regions. The school relocated to its state-of-the-art Carcavelos campus in 2018. View on Google Maps
  • Who is the Dean of Nova SBE?
    Pedro Oliveira is the current Dean of Nova SBE since 2023, where he is also a Cascais Chair Professor in Operations, Technology and Innovation. Professor Pedro Oliveira has an extensive academic background and leadership experience in higher education. Check out his profile for more information.
  • What are Nova SBE's academic offer and main areas of academic focus?
    Nova SBE offers Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, MBA, and Executive Education programs in fields such as Management, Economics, and Finance, alongside specialized options like Data Analytics, Public Policy, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, among others. The school specializes in three primary academic areas of Finance, Economics and Management.
  • What are Nova SBE's Core Values?
    Nova SBE is guided by five core values: Rigor, Impact, Worldliness, Vanguardism, and Connectivity.
  • Who Should Journalists Contact for Press Inquiries?
    Media requests should be directed to any member of Nova SBE's Press Office team. You can find them here.
  • Is There a Directory of Nova SBE Experts Available for Media?
    You can download our Faculty booklet to find the right specialists for your request or take a look into our online Faculty repository. Once you've found your interviewee, just contact any member of Nova SBE's Press Office team.
  • Where Can I Access Nova SBE's Latest Press Releases and News Updates?
    Check our news section to stay up to date. If you don't find the information you're looking for, make sure to contact any member of our Press Office team for help.
  • What Topics can Nova SBE Faculty Provide Commentary on?
    Nova SBE has over 300 Faculty specialized in many different fields. You can obtain commentary on fields such as Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Public Policy, Micro and Macro Economics, Management, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Economics of Education, Health Economics, Finance, Migrations, Innovation, etc. Please contact any member of our Press Office team.
  • Are There Specific Media Guidelines for Filming or Photographing on Campus?
    Yes, every journalist report about Nova SBE that involves interviews, filming or photography on campus should be validated by a member of Nova SBE's Press Office Team. For approvals, make sure to reach any of them here.
  • What are the most recent rankings and achievements of Nova SBE?
    Worldwide, Nova SBE is ranked as the #7 best for the International Master's in Finance, #8 for the International Master's in Management, and #13 in Executive Education Customized Programs, according to the annual Financial Times rankings for 2024.
  • How many students enroll in Nova SBE’s programs annually?
    Over 2.500 new students from all degree programs join Nova SBE's diverse academic programs each year. Overall, the school has around 7.000 active students.
  • How many of Nova SBE's students are international?
    Approximately 60% of Nova SBE's students come from outside Portugal, with the top nationalities being German, Italian, and  Austrian
  • How many students, faculty members, and staff members does Nova SBE have?
    Nova SBE has over 7.000 students, more than 500 faculty members, and nearly 450 staff members.

Top worldwide rankings

Financial Times
  • #7 International Master’s in Finance worldwide; #1 in Portugal 
  • #8 International Master’s in Management worldwide; #1 in Portugal
  • #1 Executive Education in Portugal; #13 in Custom Programs in the World
Eduniversal
  • #2 Master’s in Finance in Europe
  • #2 Master’s in Economics in Europe
  • #2 Master’s in Management in Europe


Rankings Financial Times e eduniversal

Triple Crown Accreditations

  • Our commitment allowed us to gain several important accreditations. EQUIS, AMBA, AACSB.
  • Only approximately 130 business schools in the world have all three accreditations.

    Logos do Triple Crown Accreditations

Networks

  • We were chosen to join organizations of leading international business schools.
  • CEMS, GBSN, PIM, PRME, UNICON, GMAC