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Global Online MBA 2024/25 cohort at the Teambuilding initiative during the MBA Orientation Week.
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Global and Local Impact

Porto Business School is committed to creating a positive impact, both locally and globally. The School drives initiatives that strengthen social responsibility, foster strategic partnerships, and support the well-being of its academic and business communities.

Partnerships

Porto Business School works with a wide range of organizations and networks to promote sustainability and inclusion in education and business. These partnerships span sectors such as education, sustainable innovation, and social impact.

  • PRME

    A United Nations initiative that promotes education in responsible management.

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  • Grace

    An association that brings together companies committed to social responsibility and sustainability.

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  • Junior Achievement Portugal

    An organization dedicated to entrepreneurship education, financial literacy, and career readiness.

  • APPDI

    An association that promotes diversity and inclusion in Portuguese organizations.

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Social Responsability

Porto Business School is also directly involved in social impact initiatives through activities that engage both students and the broader community. These initiatives are design to create social value by addressing real and tangible issues in society.

  • MBA Impact Team Building

    Every year, MBA students take part in team-building projects focused on creating a positive impact in local communities. One standout example is the renovation of outdoor spaces at the Associação do Porto de Paralisia Cerebral (APPC).

  • Volunteering and Support for Nonprofits

    In 2024, the School supported 19 nonprofit organizations, reinforcing its commitment to social responsibility and to promoting initiatives that make a positive impact on the community.

  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

    Porto Business School is deeply committed to fostering an organizational culture grounded in the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

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  • Wellbeing

    The School is committed to the physical and mental well-being of its community, promoting a healthy and inclusive academic environment.

    • Well-being policy
    • NorteYoga
    • Protocols – Portuguese Medical and Nutrition Orders
    • SASUP

Testimonial

Volunteering with Junior Achievement Portugal

“Volunteering in the ‘A Família’ program by Junior Achievement Portugal was a deeply enriching and inspiring experience. Working with first-grade students gave me a close-up view of how powerful education can be from an early age, especially when it’s delivered in a hands-on and engaging way.”

Ana Miranda