Option A
Any Master’s degree
A Master’s degree completed within the last 5 years.
MBA Accelerated Path
Accelerate
Your MBA
Path.
You’ve already earned the credits.
Transfer your master’s or PBS qualification into a recognised PBS MBA, and complete it sooner.
Next Edition
21 SEP 2026
Duration
6 to 11 months
Language
Portuguese / English
Study Format
On campus / Online
Who can apply
Two eligible paths. One faster MBA route.
This pathway recognises previous Master’s or postgraduate studies and allows eligible candidates to transfer credits into the MBA*, completing the International MBA in approximately 6 months, or the Executive MBA and Global Online MBA in approximately 11 months.
Check eligibilityOption B
PBS Postgraduate or Executive Master
A Postgraduate Program or Executive Master completed at Porto Business School within the last 5 years.
* Eligibility is subject to academic validation and credit transfer assessment.
Available across
Three MBA programs. One accelerated pathway.
IMBA
International MBA
Full-time, in-person, globally oriented. Built for candidates ready for a full career transition.
View IMBA EMBA
Executive MBA
For working professionals with management experience. Keep moving without stopping your career.
View EMBA GOMBA
Global Online MBA
Flexible, online, built for professionals worldwide. The MBA that works around your life and your timezone.
View GOMBAHow it works
Not a shortcut. A recognized route.
The Accelerated Path pathway recognizes previous advanced learning and converts eligible academic work into credit transfer*. The MBA outcome remains the same. The route becomes more efficient.
IMBA
EMBA / GOMBA
01
Your background is assessed
Previous Master’s, Postgraduate or Executive Master learning is reviewed against the MBA structure.
02
Eligible credits are recognized*
Validated learning can reduce repeated content and allow you to move faster through the program.
03
You progress into applied work
The focus shifts earlier to leadership, strategy, AI-first business thinking and the applied project stage.
* Timeline and exact credit recognition are confirmed at application stage. Final tuition is confirmed after academic validation and depends on the selected MBA program, eligible credits and application phase. Standard MBA entry criteria apply.
How it works
From first contact, to MBA cohort.
The Accelerated MBA Path starts with an admissions conversation and is confirmed after academic validation of your previous learning.
01
Contact our Admissions team
02
Submit your CV and academic background
03
Admissions checks your fit with the MBA program
04
Academic team evaluates credit transfer
05
You receive the fee proposal
06
You confirm your application and join the MBA cohort
Credit recognition and final tuition are confirmed after academic validation. Standard MBA entry criteria apply.
Financial Times Recognition
Rankings across three MBA programs.
Porto Business School’s MBA portfolio is recognised across international rankings, with distinctions across value, global reach and executive education.
IMBA
Financial TimesValue for Money
GOMBA
Financial TimesWorldwide ranking
EMBA
Financial TimesEuropean ranking
Value
Recognition across return, investment and career progression.
Global reach
International visibility across MBA formats and audiences.
Portfolio
One MBA ecosystem, recognised across different learning models.
Eligibility check
Am I eligible for the Accelerated MBA Path?
Answer three quick questions and understand if your previous academic path may qualify for credit transfer.
Questions
3 steps
Result
Instant check
Progress
0%
Question 1 of 3
Do you hold a Master’s degree or a PBS postgraduate qualification?
Question 2 of 3
Was it completed within the last 5 years?
Question 3 of 3
Which MBA programme are you interested in?
Initial match
You may be eligible for
credit transfer.
Based on your answers, you meet the initial criteria for the Accelerated MBA Path. The next step is to speak with our admissions team or upload your transcript for a formal assessment.
Alternative path
Not quite yet —
but there’s a path.
The Accelerated MBA Path requires a Master’s degree or PBS postgraduate qualification. If you’re currently enrolled in one, you may still qualify for the Double Degree pathway — worth exploring now so you can plan ahead.
Needs review
Outside the window —
let’s talk anyway.
The Accelerated MBA Path requires your qualification to have been completed within the last 5 years. Your standard MBA application is still very much open — speak with our admissions team to explore what’s possible for your profile.
* Eligibility is subject to academic validation and standard MBA entry criteria.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers about eligibility, credit transfer, tuition and how the Accelerated MBA Path works.
Is this a different MBA?
No. The MBA outcome remains the same. The pathway is more efficient because eligible prior learning may be recognized and your MBA pathway is shorter.
How many credits can I transfer?
This depends on academic validation and the alignment between your previous qualification and the MBA structure, but the main idea is that your specialized knowledge is recognised as equivalent to the electives courses of the MBA.
Can I apply with a Master’s from another university?
Yes, if it is from a higher education institution and was completed within the last five years, subject to validation.
Does this apply to all PBS MBA programs?
Yes, the page presents the pathway across the International MBA, Executive MBA and Global Online MBA.
Will my tuition fee be reduced?
Yes. The program fee is calibrated to reflect existing qualifications.