International MBA
Reimagine Yourself. Explore the Future.
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Future-Ready. Now.
Master essential business fundamentals while diving into what’s next — from AI and sustainability to innovation and digital strategy. Learn not just to adapt to change, but to lead it in a global, connected world.
Why choose the Executive MBA?
Prepare yourself to lead with impact across industries and borders. With a curriculum rooted in real-world business challenges, the Executive MBA combines intensive skill-building with unique networking opportunities.
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It all begins with Place
Experience Porto, a vibrant and eclectic European Destination where history, innovation, and inspiration converge in one extraordinary place.
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PBS signature model – Dynamic Learning
Our Dynamic Learning model challenges traditional learning and embraces a flexible, forward-thinking approach.
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AI-first Leadership
Work with AI-driven tools on real business problems. Build the ability to act, reflect, and adapt in real time.
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Sustainability & Entrepreneurship tracks
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International exchanges and double degrees
Gain hands-on experience exploring destinations across Europe, the U.S. Combine a specialized master and accelerate your careers with cross-functional knowledge.
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Career Journey & Impact
A personalized Career Journey connects self-awareness and learning, guiding informed decisions and meaningful professional growth throughout the MBA.
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Impact experiences
The PBS International MBA is built on action-based learning. Talks, community building, challenges, each experience strengthens your ability to lead, decide, and deliver results.
The Class
A dynamic and diverse cohort of experienced professionals, united by ambition, global exposure, and a drive to lead change.
“It is an immersive experience you live. If you live it fully, it might open new doors and broaden your perspective. The International MBA was my entry point to shift my career towards digital business transformation.”
“With a background in Arts and the creative industries, my first goal was to improve my management and analytical skills. I wanted to be able to work in another sector. After my MBA, the French group Millésime invited me to become the General Manager of a nice luxury hotel and restaurant in Porto.”
“I really wanted to learn something new, especially develop my leadership skills and learning about financials, accounting and everything that includes an MBA.”
“The International MBA has been a game-changer for my career. Midway, I stepped into a new role through the network I built, and working on my Capstone project with Natixis helped me grow as a professional and set even higher goals.”
Career Impact
A measurable transformation — accelerated career moves, salary growth, and employability powered by tailored Career Services and real market exposure.
Our Career Services will ensure continuous support to maximize your professional impact. They’ll help with:
- Setting career goals
- Creating personalized job search plans
- Optimizing essential tools such as CVs, LinkedIn profiles, and interview techniques
- Group coaching sessions
- Online skills development
- Training
- Market insights
- Connections with top job recruiters
Our Alumni work at:
From global consultancies to leading multinational brands, our alumni build impactful careers across consulting, tech, finance, industry, and entrepreneurship.
The Learning Journey
Customize your own path with tailored core courses and over 30 electives
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.
- InclusionIntends to support and recognize candidates with voluntary work or professional experiences related to social inclusion or motor disabilities.
- SustainabilityIntends to recognize and encourage candidates with a relevant background in sustainability or impact initiatives.
- EntrepreneurshipDesigned to encourage individuals who want to attend an MBA program and who have a strong motivation to start or develop their own business ventures.
- Alumni HeritageAims to support candidates with academic backgrounds and leadership experiences, who have family ties or mentoring relationships with Porto Business School alumni.
- DiasporaDesigned to support outstanding young people who demonstrate potential in taking on leadership roles or who already hold leadership positions.
- Emerging Market Leaders Fellowship GMATAims to recognize and support exceptional candidates who have demonstrated leadership and innovation in emerging regions.
- Dean’s ScholarshipDesigned to recognize and support outstanding candidates who have demonstrated academic and/or professional excellence.
- MeritDesigned to recognize and support outstanding candidates who have demonstrated academic and/or professional excellence.
- Tech Innovators AwardAims to recognize and support exceptional candidates who have demonstrated an exceptional academic career and potential in the areas of technology and innovation.
- Global Leadership Excellence Young LeadersDesigned to support young candidates to the International MBA or the Global Online MBA who demonstrate potential in taking on leadership roles or who already hold leadership positions.
Program Directors
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
Applications
Everything you need to assess your fit, understand the requirements, and take the first step toward a transformative MBA journey.
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, 2025:
Super Early…Fee:
1st Phase of Applications | until December 31st, 2025:
Super Early Bird Fee: 25 500€
Applicable scholarships: all2nd Phase of Applications | from January 1st until March 31st, 2026:
Early Bird Fee: 27 000€
Applicable scholarships: all except Dean’s Scholarship3rd Phase of Applications | from April 1st until June 30th, 2026:
Investment: 28 500€
Applicable scholarships: all except Dean’s Scholarship4th Phase of Applications | from July 1st until September 15th, 2026:
Investment: 30 000€
Applicable scholarships: all except Dean’s ScholarshipFunding Partners
Funding an MBA can be a significant concern for many prospective students, but there are various options avai…Funding an MBA can be a significant concern for many prospective students, but there are various options available to help ease the financial burden.
Porto Business School offers several funding opportunities through partnerships with financial institutions and specialized lenders.
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Lendwise is another funding partner that offers tailored financial solutions for students.
They provide competitive loan options that can be customized to meet the specific needs of MBA students. Lendwise focuses on making education more accessible by offering flexible repayment terms and competitive interest rates, ensuring that students can manage their finances effectively while pursuing their MBA.
Exclusive for students who are not Portuguese residents
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Prodigy Finance offers an innovative funding model that provides loans to international students based on their future earning potential rather than their current financial situation. This alumni-funded model is particularly beneficial for students from over 150 nationalities, allowing them to access competitive rates.
Prodigy Finance assesses applicants’ future earning potential based on the achievements of similar graduates, making it a forward-looking and inclusive option for financing an MBA.
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Accreditations
With three international accreditations – AMBA (Association of MBAs), AACSB, and EFMD – Porto Business School is among the top business schools in Europe. In 2023, the school renewed its AMBA accreditation for another five years and obtained accreditation from the BGA (Business Graduates Association), becoming the first Portuguese business school to achieve this recognition.
