General Admission
Let Nova SBE’s bright new campus be the sunny place where you will take the first steps towards success with affordable living and program fees.
Who can apply?
-
Master's in
Business AnalyticsThe program brings together the technical and personal competencies of management with technology. This multidisciplinarity is key to attract applicant profiles with a first cycle educational background in Sciences, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics, but also Economics, Finance, or Management.
-
Master's in
EconomicsThe Nova SBE Master’s in Economics is open to candidates from any Bachelor’s programs with a strong quantitative background i.e., Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Data Analytics.
-
Master's in Finance
The Nova SBE Master’s in Finance is open to candidates from any Bachelor’s program who possess strong quantitative skills and preferably previous knowledge in Finance.
-
Master's in Impact Entrepreneurship & Innovation
The Nova SBE Master’s in Impact Entrepreneurship & Innovation is key to attract applicant profiles with multidisciplinary profiles and a first cycle educational background in Sciences, technology, Engineering, or Mathematics and Economics, Finance, or Management. Candidates with limited quantitative skills in quantitative skills may need to complete bridging courses in August.
-
Master's in International Development & Public Policy
The Nova SBE Master’s in International Development & Public Policy is designed for those keen on learning the questions behind public policies that can come from different backgrounds: from Management and Economics, passing through International Relations or other Social Sciences, to Engineering or other analytical degrees. Candidates with limited quantitative skills in quantitative skills may need to complete bridging courses in August.
-
International Master's
in FinanceThe International Master’s in Finance (IMF) is directed to Bachelor students who want to have an international career after their master’s program and ambition a fast career progression in the financial area. It is a highly selective 3- Semester Master’s Program that provides students with the tools, concepts, and training to succeed in an international context.
-
International Master's
in ManagementThe International Master’s in Management (IMM) is directed to Bachelor students who want to have an international career after their master’s program and ambition a fast career progression in a multinational company.
It is a highly selective 3- Semester Master’s Program that provides students with the tools, concepts, and training to succeed in an international context.
-
Master's in Management
The Nova SBE Master’s in Management is open to candidates from any Bachelor’s program and also candidates with limited quantitative skills or no previous knowledge in Management.
Check all the eligibility criteria for each program here.
When to apply?
We recommend all applicants to submit their application during the early stages of the application period.
Fall Intake
Applications dates:
- for all Master's, except CEMS, Double Degrees, IMF and IMM - From November 15, 2023 to April 30, 2024
- CEMS, Double Degrees, IMF and IMM - from November 15, 2023 to March 22, 2024
![](data:image/svg+xml,<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="494" height="302"><defs><clipPath id="a"><path fill="white" d="M0 0h494v302H0z"/></clipPath></defs><g clip-path="url(%23a)"><path fill="%2360B9A3" d="M0 0h494v302H0z"/><path stroke="white" d="m.3-.4 494 302m-494.6 0 494-302" opacity=".2"/><path fill="%2360B9A3" d="M197 109h108v79H197z"/><path fill="white" d="M298.6 102c6.2 0 11.4 5.3 11.4 11.5v69c0 6.5-5.2 11.5-11.4 11.5h-99.2c-6.4 0-11.4-5-11.4-11.5v-69c0-6.2 5-11.5 11.4-11.5h99.2Zm-1.5 80.5c.7 0 1.5-.5 1.5-1.4v-66.2c0-.7-.8-1.4-1.5-1.4H201c-1 0-1.5.7-1.5 1.4v66.2c0 1 .5 1.4 1.5 1.4h96Zm-78.6-59.4c5.2 0 9.5 4.3 9.5 9.6 0 5.5-4.3 9.6-9.5 9.6a9.3 9.3 0 0 1-9.5-9.6c0-5.3 4-9.6 9.5-9.6Zm-7.6 47.9v-11.5l9.3-9.3a2.7 2.7 0 0 1 4 0l9.6 9.3L262 131a2.7 2.7 0 0 1 4 0l21 20.8V171h-76Z"/></g></svg>)
How to apply?
Step 1.
Visit Nova SBE’s website and learn
all about the school, the Master’s programs, requirements for application, and our faculty.
Go to our website.
Step 2.
Know all about each Master’s program by attending our online Master Talks and talk to the Academic Directors, the Admissions Teams and hear all about current students’ experiences. See our events in our website.
Step 4.
Candidates may be subject to an interview with either Alumni or faculty via Skype. The interview is meant to analyze in detail the information provided in the application and evaluate eligibility and suitability for the program.
Step 5.
The final decision is communicated via email within a maximum of eight weeks from the application date. If you have any further questions, please contact the Admissions Office by email or phone: leadyourfuture@novasbe.pt
+351 213 801 699
Fees
| PROGRAM | TRACK | DURATION | FEE* |
| Master's in Business Analytics | Regular | 1,5 years | 11,900€ |
| Master's in Economics | Regular | 1,5 years | 11,900€ |
| Double Degree | 2 years | 16,000€ | |
| Master's in Finance | Regular | 1,5 years | 13,250€ |
| International Master's in Finance (IMF) | Regular | 1,5 years | 13,250€ |
| Double Degree | 2 years | 17,500€ | |
| Double Degree - Los Andes | 1,5 years | 15,950€ | |
| Master's in Impact Entrepreneurship & Innovation | Regular | 1,5 years | 11,900€ |
| Master's in International Development & Public Policy | Regular | 1,5 years | 11,900€ |
| Master's in Management | Regular | 1,5 years | 11,900€ |
| International Master's in Management (IMM) | Regular | 1,5 years | 11,900€ |
| Double Degree | 2 years | 16,000€ | |
| Double Degree with Maastricht | 1,5 years | 13,000€ |
*Applicable for the 2024/25 academic year.
Take the next step with CEMS
Who can apply?
CEMS seeks students from diverse academic backgrounds, who are academically successful and display a high standard of ethical conduct, who can draw upon cultural diversity with respect and empathy, and who are committed to showing professional responsibility and accountability concerning society as a whole.
These characteristics are necessary to become a successful international manager.
Previous professional experience, volunteer work, individual or team projects, and other relevant experiences are highly recommended, though not a requirement to apply.
When to apply?
Applications take place between from November 15, 2023 to March 22, 2024. The CEMS MIM program starts in the Fall semester, after the first year of one of the 8 Nova SBE Master's.
For further information please contact the CEMS MIM Team at Nova SBE.
Tel.: + 351 213 822 753
Email: mim@novasbe.pt
How to apply?
In order to apply to the CEMS MIM, candidates must follow a step-by-step process:
Stage 1)
Application
Apply for one of Nova SBE’s Master’s programs mentioning your interest in applying to the CEMS MIM program, and immediately after, submit the online application for the CEMS MIM program, under “Nova School of Business & Economics.”
At this stage, you will need to submit the required documentation mentioned above.
- CV in English with photo
- Proof of English proficiency (list of accepted
exams on cems.org) - Motivation video addressing the following topics
(max. 5min):
- How will you contribute to the CEMS MIM program? (Max. 1 min)
- Briefly describe a personal experience of success and what you learned from it. (Max. 2 min)
- Briefly describe a personal experience of failure and what you learned from it. (Max. 2 min)
Stage 2)
Assessment
Candidates accepted into one of Nova SBE Master’s and whose application is pre-selected are invited to the Assessment Center – either in person or online.
The Assessment Center will consist of a short presentation to a Nova SBE faculty jury on a topic, given to the candidate during the process.
Assessments are scheduled once a month in February, March, April, and May, so early applications are recommended.
Stage 3)
Decision
The decision is communicated shortly after the Assessment Center via email.
If questions remain regarding the fit with the program, an additional interview might be requested.
Stage 4)
Enrollment
The enrolment in the CEMS MIM program requires two steps: Step 1) students must enroll ion one of the 8 Nova SBE Master’s program they have been selected to, by paying the respective enrolment fee.
Step 2) students must enroll in the CEMS MIM program by paying a 1500€ fee (deductible from the total fee).
Fees
| PROGRAM | FEE* |
| Master's in Business Analytics + CEMS MIM | 19,650€ |
| Master's in Economics + CEMS MIM | 19,650€ |
| International Master's in Finance (IMF) + CEMS MIM | 21,000€ |
| Master's in Finance + CEMS MIM | 21,000€ |
| Master's in Impact Entrepreneurship & Innovation + CEMS MIM | 19,650€ |
| Master's in International Development & Public Policy + CEMS MIM | 19,650€ |
| Master's in Management + CEMS MIM | 19,650€ |
| International Master's in Management (IMM) + CEMS MIM | 19,650 |
*Applicable for the academic year 2024/25. Please note that if a student decides to quit the program, the paid installments are non-refundable, even if the communication is made prior to the CEMS MIM year's official start.