Master in Faculty

Tuition is 21,000 USD per year.

Bridging the gap between rigorous academic inquiry and real-world executive application lies at the heart of the Nova SBE faculty model. This approach deliberately fuses internationally recognized research with the street-tested expertise of seasoned industry leaders, moving beyond traditional lecture-based pedagogy to prioritize cognitive flexibility and strategic problem-solving.

Participants are mentored by a dual-stream faculty:

• Research-Led Academics: Scholars who generate the latest insights in fields ranging from AI and Data to Finance and Sustainability, ensuring curricula remain at the vanguard of global management theory.
• Practitioners and Industry Leaders: Executives who bring current, real-world case studies to the classroom, providing actionable solutions to the complex, volatile challenges facing modern markets.

This synergy is designed to transform professional development into tangible organizational success. By interacting with faculty who are both producers of knowledge and active architects of industry solutions, leaders learn not just how to adapt to market shifts, but how to anticipate and drive them.

NOVA University Lisbon, founded in 1973 and located in Portugal’s dynamic capital region, is a modern and internationally minded institution with roughly 22,018 students, including about 3,408 international students. The university blends urban campus life with strong ties to Lisbon’s cultural and business districts, giving students easy access to internships, cultural attractions, and a lively student scene. Its relatively recent founding means NOVA emphasizes innovation, interdisciplinary study, and international collaboration.

Academically, NOVA offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs across sciences, social sciences, arts, and technology, and is recognized for research excellence in areas such as public health, economics, and engineering. Teaching often incorporates project-based work and partnerships with industry, helping students build practical skills alongside academic knowledge. Support services include academic advising, language courses, and career services geared to preparing graduates for both local and global job markets.

For international students, NOVA provides a welcoming environment with English-taught programs, orientation sessions, and assistance with housing and visas. Living in Lisbon offers a relatively affordable European experience compared with other capitals, plus excellent public transport and a pleasant climate. Whether you seek rigorous research training or practical industry connections, NOVA University Lisbon is a strong choice for students looking to study in a vibrant, internationally connected European city.