International
MBA
Reimagine Yourself. Explore the Future.
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Empowering Leaders for the Future of Work
The future demands a new kind of leader—adaptable, resilient, and equipped with the skills to thrive in a world shaped by technology and innovation. The International MBA is your platform to develop key skills on analytical and creative thinking, leadership and social influence, and harness the power of technology and AI. Step forward, transform your career, and lead with purpose in a rapidly evolving world.
A journey towards a leadership with impact
With the International MBA, participants will:
- Broaden their future career opportunities.
- Develop their Leadership potencial through an outstanding Leadership track.
- Develop the fundamental skills to succeed in today’s global business environment.
- Have an immediate impact on business and society by participating in the Business Impact Challenge, a one-week immersive event consisting on solving complex business problems for a real business environment.
- Participate in a Global Immersion Week in Europe or in USA.
- Attend an MBA in Porto, a city that has a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem with a growing number of startups and incubators.
Start your Growth Journey
Enrolling in an MBA is one of the best options for those looking to accelerate their professional journey.
A learning path focused on understanding and unlocking your full leadership and management potential, getting updated in contemporary topics of the business world, while seizing numerous networking opportunities. Acquiring and reinforcing fundamental skills skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today’s demanding job market. The International MBA offers:
- Strong skills development program.
- Solid Leadership Track.
- Topical contents on topics such as Sustainability, Techology and AI.
- A diverse cohort with over 60% international participants, different ages, academic and professional backgrounds.
- Faculty with international recognition.
- Close ties with the business world and numerous networking opportunities.
- Triple international accreditation: AMBA, EFMD, and AACSB.
- Customizable learning path.
Program Highlights
Attending an MBA is one of the best options for those looking to boost their professional journey. A learning path focused on the business world, offering numerous networking opportunities while simultaneously developing the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the job market. The International MBA offers:
The Scholarship Program in the International MBA
An immersive journey tailored to your needs
A program that builds a robust foundation in essential skills—analytical and creative thinking, problem-solving and decision making, technological and digital literacy, and leadership—seamlessly applied across key managerial domains, from strategy to finance. Designed with unparalleled flexibility and customization, it offers a truly unique experience tailored to your individual profile and career aspirations.
Career Development Track
We provide MBA students with strategic resources and opportunities to accelerate their career trajectories. Through targeted initiatives, we offer specialized guidance and equip participants with advanced tools and strategies to seize opportunities and strengthen their professional networks.
Scholarships
Because we believe everyone should have the opportunity to become innovative leaders, we provide access to a wide range of scholarships. These scholarships aim to encourage and reward candidates who, through their talent and potential, will be able to drive change.
The Class
Daniela Calderón
By participating in the International Weeks at Porto Business School, you will have the opportunity to broaden your horizons while being at the heart of innovation and culture.
Be ambitious, be bold — the right path to becoming an authentic agent of change.
Program Director
Our faculty members are recognized for their extensive knowledge, research, and insights in the field of management.
“As the Program Director of the International MBA, I am proud to highlight our exceptional faculty, composed of impactful and inspirational professors from some of the world’s most renowned business schools. With extensive practical experience and cutting-edge expertise, our IMBA professors deliver a perfect balance of theory and practice, with an international perspective, ensuring that every course provides students with the most relevant and transformative knowledge.”
Renata Blanc
Faculty
Applications
General Information
Applications Deadlines
Eligibility Requirements
A degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university. A minimum of three years of working ex…- A degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university.
- A minimum of three years of working experience in any field.
- The ambition to accelerate your career in management by learning to excel in team management, leadership with a broader and strategic view of business.
- A global perspective of management regarding innovation and creativity as success factors for companies in an international environment.
Application Phases
Fee: 1st Phase of Applications | until December 31st, 2024:
Super Early…Fee:
1st Phase of Applications | until December 31st, 2024:
Super Early Bird Fee: 27 000€
All scholarships apply2nd Phase of Applications | from January 1st until March 31st, 2025:
Early Bird Fee: 28 500€
Applicable scholarships apply, except for the Dean’s Scholarship3rd Phase of Applications | from April 1st until September 10th, 2025:
Investment: 30 000€
All scholarships apply, except the Dean’s ScholarshipScholarships
The International MBA offers more than 10 scholarships. Explore the available scholarships for the MBA programs.The International MBA offers more than 10 scholarships. Explore the available scholarships for the MBA programs.
Admission Process
Accreditations
With three international accreditations – AMBA (Association of MBAs), AACSB, and EFMD – Porto Business School is ranked among the top business schools in Europe. In 2023, the school renewed its AMBA accreditation for another five years and received the BGA (Business Graduates Association) accreditation, becoming the first Portuguese business school to achieve this recognition.