CATÓLICA NOVA

MBA MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

MBA MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

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Content

Welcome

Two Schools – One program

Challenge Yourself

One of a Kind

Career Development: Get ready… Reach higher

Beyond the Classroom

Join Excellence

Facilities

Living in Lisbon

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We are pleased to announce a unique joint MBA program from Católica and NOVA - the most prestigious academic institutions specializing in Business and Economics in Portugal.

Several shared features allow for a natural and benefi cial alliance between NOVA and Católica. Both schools place great importance on research and aim for international recognition. Both schools recruit world-class faculty and

attract foreign students. In recognition of academic excellence both schools boast accreditations from international agencies; both schools have a strong reputation for contributing to the education of Portuguese business leaders.

We are convinced that this Católica- -NOVA cooperation will provide wonderful opportunities for synergy. Far beyond the classroom, it will

extend to collaboration among researchers and the development of stronger relationships with the community.

This new MBA benefi ts from the extensive experience of both schools running MBA programs. The joint degree partnership is the fi rst step in a long term alliance between NOVA and Católica that will include, among other initiatives, a Global MBA in

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collaboration with the Sloan School of Management at MIT.

Both schools have worked together on the design of an innovative and diversifi ed curriculum. Their goal is to offer a unique and top quality MBA program in Lisbon. The academic excellence of the program rests on the exceptional quality, enthusiasm and drive of Católica and Nova’s world-class faculty. Students also

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Fátima BarrosDeanSchool of Economics and ManagementUniversidade Católica Portuguesa

José Ferreira Machado Dean School of Economics and ManagementUniversidade Nova de Lisboa

benefi t from the experience of visiting professors from top international business schools.

A rigorous admission process ensures that participants have the greatest potential. This is a crucial factor in guaranteeing that students gain valuable and practical knowledge from their peers in addition to their classroom learning. Students will also benefi t from the opportunity to

interact with invited leading business executives.

Upon completion of the new joint MBA program students will have acquired the skills to become top executives in an increasingly global business environment.

As Deans of NOVA and Católica, we invite you to share this exciting experience and participate in Portugal’s leading MBA program.

A unique program

This exceptional partnership between Portugal’s two leading business schools offers students unmatched opportunities in terms of educational experience and networking.

Faculty – integrating theory and practice

The MBA gives students access to the best-prepared faculty in the country, with both signifi cant professional experience and solid academic backgrounds. This combination ensures that classroom content is scientifi cally relevant and updated with the latest business practices.

Our faculty members are internationally recognized experts in their fi elds and work to ensure that their teaching is relevant. Many professors are hired from the international job market and develop their scientifi c careers abroad, contributing to the international dimension of the program.

An exceptional opportunity

The two schools were pioneers in launch-ing MBA programs in Portugal and are thus considered, by alumni and employers alike, as the best of their kind.

Now the two most international, innovative and prestigious business schools in Portugal are launching a completely new program. This new venture benefi ts from the combined expertise acquired over the years. The recognition from the corporate community and an innovative structure that was developed to refl ect the challenges of the global economy and to enable students to be successful leaders anywhere in the world, are other benefi ts of this program.

Two Schools – One program

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• Raúl Galamba de Oliveira

CEO, McKinsey & Company

MBA NOVA 1990

This association brings the best of the

schools together - the highest aspira-

tions, the entrepreneurial spirit, the

breadth of the faculty, the commit-

ment to developing leadership talent.

It makes the program even more at-

tractive, and opens new possibilities

for the future. With this move, the

two institutions are also demonstrat-

ing that they stand ready to adapt

and seize the opportunities they

have ahead of them. Only great in-

stitutions can do that.

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Students - diversity and top potential

Much of the success of an MBA lies with the students who participate in the program. Being admitted to this program means belonging to an exceptional group of top potential professionals, unique in Portugal.

Students will have a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds, as diversity is an important characteristic of the program, and will be subject to a rigorous selection process following the principles of leading business schools around the world.

International environment

Both schools share clearly defi ned strategies for internationalization. The international perspective of the program will be refl ected in the recruitment of foreign students and in the presence of internationally recruited professors of a variety of nationalities, creating a truly international classroom environment.

International recognition

We are proud to be the only two Portuguese business schools to have international accreditations. These

accreditations are a clear indication of the very high standards and strategic work carried out at both institutions. The accreditations allow us to easily benchmark our schools against the very best in the world and are a true seal of excellence.

Training managers

The program aims to be a fl exible and innovative response for people who have a great variety of professional needs.

Class interaction encourages a good relationship between students and professors and fosters strong networking relations for the future.

Together with solid core training in general management, each participant can specialize in the areas that best fit their professional goals by choosing from a wide range of electives.

With a demanding, yet fl exible program, we encourage each participant’s personal and professional development through systematic and gradual training in a range of skills, such as analytical capacity, forming an integrated vision of a company, team working and the ability to work under pressure.

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Competencies

The MBA program provides students with a full set of tools to develop the skills to become outstanding managers through an integrated path:

• The development of foundation management competencies is assured through a strong investment in:– Analytical skills – providing you

with a deep understanding of business measurements to support decision-making.

– Personal and Professional Skills - developing your leadership skills is crucial to succeed in today’s business world and the MBA program will offer you a unique opportunity to achieve this goal.

• The core competencies for a manager in a business context are achieved through the development of techniques and methodologies in the areas of:– Strategy – defi ne and implement

competitive advantages that allow an outstanding business positioning in the market.

– People – motivate, coach and develop human resources as the main assets of a business.

– Processes & Systems – plan, manage and measure the main business

perspective of business, making the difference.

ScheduleFull-Time: WeekdaysPart-time: • Weekends - Friday afternoon and

Saturday morning• Evenings - Tuesday and Friday

evening and Saturday morning

variables to achieve effi ciency and productivity.

– Specifi c skills related to detailed subjects that allow a specialized management of marketing or fi nance areas.

• The ability to integrate all the concepts and subjects in order to acquire a global and integrated

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

PROCESSES &

SYSTEMSPEOPLESTRATEGY SPECIALIZATION

THE OUTSTANDING MANAGER

THE CORE COMPETENCIES

FOUNDATIONS

INTEGRATION/GLOBAL VIEW

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

MBA FULL-TIME TIMELINE

• Business Economics• Financial Accounting• Marketing• Organizational Behavior• Quantitative Analysis for Business

• Self Awareness• Communication Skills• Team Building

• Applied Corporate Finance• Electives

• Career Development• Networking Events

• Corporate Sustainability• Finance• Human Resources Management• Management Control Systems• Operations Management• Strategic Management

• Career Development• Coaching and Mentoring

MBA PART-TIME TIMELINE September-December January-April April-July

YEAR 1• Financial Accounting• Marketing• Quantitative Analysis for Business

• Self Awareness• Team Building

YEAR 2• Applied Corporate Finance• Corporate Sustainability• Human Resources Management• Strategic Management

• Career Development

• Electives

• Coaching and Mentoring

• Electives

• Networking Events

• Business Economics• Finance• Organizational Behavior

• Communication Skills

• Management Control Systems• Operations Management• Electives

• Career Development

Courses

Core required courses

– Applied Corporate Finance– Business Economics*– Corporate Sustainability– Finance– Financial Accounting*– Human Resources Management– Management Control Systems– Marketing– Operations Management*– Organizational Behavior– Quantitative Analysis for Business*– Strategic Management

* Students can be granted exemption(s)

and replace these courses with elective ones.

The approval of exemption depends on

academic experience demonstrating suffi cient

existing profi ciency in the area.

Elective courses

Finance– Advanced Corporate Finance– Banking– Entrepreneurial Finance– Financial Derivatives– Financial Innovation– Financial Investments– International Finance– Mergers, Acquisitions and

Restructuring

Management– Business Law– Entrepreneurship– Fiscal Law– Information Management– Innovation Management– International Management– Knowledge Management– Leadership and Motivation– Macroeconomics– Management and Emotional

Intelligence– Negotiation– Organizational Design

and Change– Project Management– Strategic Alliances– Strategies for E-business

Marketing– Advertising– Brand Management– Consumer Behavior– Marketing Research– New Product Development– Pricing– Retailing Strategies– Sales Force Management– Strategic Marketing

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FacultyAdriano Freire, UCPPh.D. in Management (University Sophia, Japan)

Ana Marques, UNLPh.D. in Accounting (University of Texas in Austin)

António de Sousa, UNLPh.D. in Business Studies (University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School)

António Nogueira Leite, UNLPh.D. in Economics (University of Illinois)

Catherine da Silveira, UNLMasters in Marketing (Institut d’Etudes Politiques de Paris)

Céline Abecassis-Moedas, UCPPh.D. in Management Studies (École Polytechnique, Paris)

Cristina Neto de Carvalho, UCPPh.D. in Management (UCP)

Daved Barry, UNLPh.D. in Strategic Management and Organizational Psychology (University of Maryland)

David Patient, UCPPh.D. in Organizational Behavior (University of British Columbia)

Diogo de Lucena, UNLPh.D. in Systems Engineering (Stanford University)

Fátima Barros, UCPDean of the School of Economics and Management Ph.D. in Economics (Catholic University of Louvain)

Fernando Branco, UCPPh.D. in Economics (MIT)

Fernando Machado, UCPPh.D. in Economics (Reading University)

Frederick Lehmann, UCPPh.D. candidate in Corporate Strategy and International Business (University of Michigan, Ann Arbor)

Guilherme Almeida e Brito, UCPPh.D. in Finance (New York University)

Ilídio Barreto, UCPPh.D. in Business Administration (City University Business School, London)

Isabel Horta Correia, UCPPh.D. in Economics (UCP)

J. João Vieira da Cunha, UNLPh.D. in Management (MIT Sloan School of Management)

João Amaro de Matos, UNLPh.D. in Physics (Universidade de S. Paulo) Ph.D. in Management (Insead)

João Borges de Assunção, UCPPh.D. in Management (University of California at Los Angeles)

João Confraria e Silva, UCPPh.D. in Economics (UCP)

João Luís César das Neves, UCPPh.D. in Economics (UCP)

João Matos, UCPMBA in Organizational Behavior (UCP)

Joaquim Paiva Chaves, UCPMBA (Insead)

Jorge Braga de Macedo, UNLPh.D. in Economics (Yale University)

Jorge Velosa, UNLMBA (UNL)

José Ferreira Machado, UNLDean of the School of Economics and Management Ph.D. in Economics (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign)

José Filipe Correia Guedes, UCPPh.D. in Finance (Ohio State University)

José Mata, UNLPh.D. in Management and Economics Sciences (Universidade do Minho)

José Miguel Júdice, UNLDegree in Law (Universidade de Coimbra)

José Neves Adelino, UNLPh.D. in Business Management (Kent State University)

Kyryl Lakishyk, UCPPh.D. candidate in Marketing (Washington University, St. Louis)

Luís Almeida Costa, UNLPh.D. in Management (Insead)

Luís Caeiro, UCPDegree in Psychology (University of Lisbon)

Luís Campos e Cunha, UNLPh.D. in Economics (Columbia University)

Luís Filipe Lages, UNLPh.D. in Marketing and Strategic Management (University of Warwick)

Luís Janeiro, UCPMBA (UCP)

Manuel Baganha, UNLPh.D. in Decision Sciences (Wharton School)

Manuel Leite Monteiro, UCP Ph.D. in Economics (Catholic University of Louvain)

Manuela Athayde Marques, UCPPh.D. in Finance (Glasgow University)

Manuela Calhau, UCPMBA (UNL)

Maria Clara Costa Duarte, UNLPh.D. in Economics (UNL)

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Maria Leonor Ferreira da Silva, UNLPh.D. in Management (Universidade Lusíada de Lisboa)

Maria Manuel Seabra da Costa, UNLMBA (UCP)

Miguel Athayde Marques, UCPPh.D. in Business Administration (Glasgow University)

Miguel Gouveia, UCPPh.D. in Economics (University of Rochester)

Miguel Pina e Cunha, UNLPh.D. in Management (Tilburg University)

Nuno Fernandes, UCPPh.D. in Management (IESE Business School)

Nuno Garoupa, UNLD.Phil. in Economics (University of York)

Nuno Leitão, UCPDegree in Business Administration (UCP)

Paula Antão, UNLPh.D. in Management (UNL)

Paulo Cardoso do Amaral, UCPPh.D. in Information Systems (University of Paris, France)

Paulo Gomes, UNLPh.D. in Management (Boston University)

Paulo Modesto Pardal, UCPMBA (UNL)

Paulo Soares de Pinho, UNLPh.D. in Banking and Finance (City University Business School)

Pedro Oliveira, UCPPh.D. in Operations, Technology and Innovation Management (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)

Pedro Pina, UCPMBA (Insead)

Pedro Pita Barros, UNLPh.D. in Economics (UNL)

Qinglei Dai, UNLPh.D. in Financial Economics (Norwegian School of Management)

Ricardo Reis, UCPPh.D. in Accounting (Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania)

Rita Campos e Cunha, UNLPh.D. in Business Management (University of Manchester)

Rui Vieira, UNLPh.D. in Industrial and Business Studies (Warwick Business School)

Sonia Dahab, UNLPh.D. in Economics (Yale University)

Stefan Meisiek, UNLPh.D. in Business Administration (Stockholm School of Economics)

Visiting faculty

António Sampaio e Mello, Wisconsin UniversityPh.D. in Finance (London Business School)

Charles Waldman, InseadDBA in Management (Harvard University)

Chris Muscarella, Pennsylvania State UniversityPh.D. in Management (Purdue University)

Daniel Fogel, Wake Forest UniversityPh.D. in Behavioral Sciences (University of Wisconsin)

Francisco Veloso, Carnegie Mellon UniversityPh.D. in Technology, Management & Policy (MIT)

Gary Emery, University of OklahomaPh.D. in Finance (University of Kansas)

João Miguel Villas-Boas, University of California at BerkeleyPh.D. in Management (MIT)

José Camões Silva, University of California at BerkeleyPh.D. in Management (MIT)

José Pinto dos Santos, UCP Porto and InseadM.Sc. in Management Science (University of London).

Leslie Fine, Ohio State UniversityPh.D. in Marketing (University of Tennessee).

Paulo Lopes, Surrey UniversityPh.D. in Psychology (Yale University)

Rajiv Sinha, Arizona State UniversityPh.D. in Management (Pennsylvania State University)

Robert Stinerock, Farleigh Dickinson UniversityPh.D. in Quantitative Methods and Marketing (Columbia University)

Tawfi k Jelassi, ENPC, ParisPh.D. in Management of Information Systems (New York University)

Veronique Tran, Université de GenèvePh.D. in Business Studies (Université de Genève)

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Career Development: Get ready… Reach higher12

Development team will provide you with support from the moment you start the MBA program.

This team has the mission of broadening the range of career

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opportunities open to students through its contacts with the business sector and providing the instruments for effective career management.

• João Talone

President, Ribabest, Lda.

MBA NOVA 1984

Since my MBA at NOVA in 1984, I have been in contact with several business Schools in

Portugal and abroad for both personal and professional reasons.

I consider that Portugal and the Portuguese economy needs an MBA with the following

characteristics:

(a) International. Capable of attracting 30 to 50% of good students from other geographi-

cal areas;

(b) With a diversifi ed and strong faculty;

(c) Benefi ting from the support of the Portuguese entrepreneurial network either through

the fi nancing of the program and/or absorbing the students upon completion;

(d) Focusing on developing entrepreneurial skills in its students.

Portuguese students should be challenged by high quality international colleagues and

demanding inspiring professors.

Given the size of our country and the need for a minimum critical mass for such a ven-

ture the only way to progress in this direction by merging the MBA program of the two

best Portuguese business schools: “Católica” and “NOVA”. The competition is no more

within our boarders! It’s a global one!

• Nuno Duarte

CEO, Microsoft Portugal

MBA Católica 1995

Business Leaders must always look beyond the con-

fi nes of their companies, their industries and their

preconceived ideas.

This MBA program provides a good foundation and

set of conceptual tools to walk along that path.

An MBA can be an important asset in today’s competitive business world.

Believing that career development is primarily the responsibility of each individual student, the Career

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Through the Personal and Professional Skills modules, fully integrated into the program, you will be immersed in a series of activities which will help you assess and boost your leadership potential and be coached

• Mafalda Rodrigues dos Santos

Treasury and Corporate Director,

Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria

MBA Católica 2003

Universidade Católica’s MBA Program was an extremely rewarding experi-

ence that clearly exceeded my expectations. Primarily, I was able to de-

velop management skills, which are the basis of any successful career. It

also allowed me to enhance my fi nancial background and be in contact

with up-to-date management topics. Further to the technical content, the

program helped develop an additional set of valuable capabilities as it

required a hands-on approach, excellent time management, discipline and

entrepreneurship. All in all, it supplied the means to take advantage of

career opportunities.

Being a former student of Universidade Nova de Lisboa at the undergradu-

ate level and Universidade Católica at the MBA level, I see the effort from

both universities to present a joint MBA with great enthusiasm. Both insti-

tutions have an undisputed reputation, top quality teachers, internation-

ally recognized speakers and the best MBA programs in Portugal. In the

current global market, this joint effort is an opportunity to take these

top quality MBA programs to the next level and become a reference in the

international picture.

• Andrey Dobrynin

Head of Marketing, Slando Ltd. (Ebay’s affi liate)

MBA NOVA 2006

For me, the MBA at Nova became an excellent international experi-

ence in a high-quality European business school. It was the main

reason to do my MBA outside Russia. The courses proved to be very

demanding, intensive and challenging. They signifi cantly comple-

mented my skills, thanks to highly professional and experienced

professors who integrated perfectly both theory and practice on

their courses. Another important advantage of this program is the

great diversity of students’ backgrounds that increases the value

of the MBA as a whole.

Of course, my being in Portugal for one year became the unique op-

portunity for me to get close to another culture, language and to make

friends. And I would like to mention that people and the environment

at the school are very warm, like the climate in this sunny country.

Very often in my professional career when I have a problem to solve

I use the knowledge I acquired at Nova’s classes and each time I’m

very grateful to the school for the skills it gave me, the skills that al-

low me to comply with international business standards.

through a personal development plan in order to achieve your life and career goals.

Besides this offi ce’s proactive relationships with the business

community, both school’s alumni are also drawn in and play an important role in this process, through their own active network both at a national and international level.

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This MBA will provide you with a top level, world-class education program that extends far beyond the classroom.

You can expect a rigorous and demanding program as well as a powerful and challenging intellectual environment.

Academic life aside, there are other things you can experience. You have access to a series of formal and informal events designed to develop your managerial, leadership, communication and teamwork skills while having some real fun. Outdoor and teambuilding activities, a sponsored company case competition, and access to MBA alumni events are just some of the examples of the activities offered.

Being part of a strong community, you will work and interact with a dynamic group. As your colleagues possess a unique set of interests, opinions, backgrounds and motivations you will be encouraged to pursue personal excellence.

Our commitment is to provide a challenging environment that allows you to grow both on a personal and professional level, take advantage of a valuable network and develop long-lasting relationships.

This MBA will be a life-changing experience!

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• Vyolaine Flavier

Full time student

MBA Católica 2007

Beyond the knowledge I am acquiring, the power of the MBA is

in the contacts that I have with my peers. The diversity of their

profi les is a great source of personal and pro-

fessional enrichment: they come from

different countries, from different

jobs, with different degrees of

seniority… By working all together

we learn a lot from each other,

we acquire good interpersonal

and teamwork skills, and… we

have a lot of fun!

I think that a partnership between NOVA

and Católica will be very effi cient because it

will allow more diversity in the course options and a bigger network.

I also believe that this partnership is crucial to placing the Portuguese

MBA in the European rankings, which would be very important to appeal

to even more international students.

• Miguel Garcia

Partner and co-founder, TechnoPhage, S.A.

MBA Católica 2002

A Ph.D. in Pharmacy – Microbiology at the F.F.U.L. provided me with a

strong technical and scientifi c background. The MBACatólica program

gave me the opportunity to complement this

technical know-how with Business Management

knowledge.

The MBA was of the upmost importance

to the creation of “TechnoPhage, S.A.”,

a new Biotech company devoted to the

R&D of new therapeutics.

The MBA program was also very helpful for

my teaching activity, and very important to

develop my assets and to further strengthen

my personal and professional skills in a

stimulating work and social environment. Moreover,

the program environment gave me the opportunity to build new and

meaningful personal and working relationships.

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Candidates

We are looking for successful MBA candidates, highly motivated professionals with strong interpersonal skills and the potential to become outstanding leaders.We have put together a rigorous selection process that guarantees that our students satisfy these characteristics. The top quality of our student body is a key element to enhance the learning experience in our program, especially given the level of engagement we require from them in class and group discussions.

Admission criteria:

Academic achievement• All candidates must hold a fi rst

degree in any area.• Previous school reputation, area of

study and academic performance are important in the assessment process.

• Quantitative and analytical skills and capacity for intensive learning are also very important and they are assessed by offi cial GMAT scores.

Professional experienceWe recommend that our applicants have a minimum 3 years professional experience. The richness, range and results of professional background and a clear managerial potential are key elements contributing to the diversity of the student body.

Maturity, personality and motivationTeamwork is a crucial component of the learning experience at the MBA. We are looking for candidates who are mature, highly motivated and who possess strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as managerial and leadership potential. A personal interview and the statement of purpose explaining your personal goals and motivation to join the MBA assess this.

Language skillsFluency in English is an indispensable requirement for admission on any international program. For non-native English speakers, profi ciency in English can be evaluated through previous academic or professional experience in an English speaking country or through the scores on TOEFL or IELTS tests.

How to apply?

Candidate requirements:• Undergraduate degree in any area• Recommended minimum of 3 years of

relevant professional experience

Application requirements:• Completed on-line Application Form • Offi cial university transcripts• Test scores GMAT and TOEFL/IELTS• Two recommendation letters• One photo• A 100€ non-refundable fee

Application deadline:• Application submission up to

June 30th

Admission process:

Non-admission

Non-admission

AdmissionPersonal Interview

Application Analysis

Application Form

Submission

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17Facilities

MBA classes will take place in both Católica’s and NOVA’s facilities, giving students full access to a wide range of resources.

Having access to both school’s campuses, MBA students enjoy excellent working conditions, including libraries, computer and study rooms, restaurants and wireless internet access.

Both buildings guarantee outstanding working conditions that stimulate interaction and the exchange of experiences between fellows. MBA students are encouraged to use facilities beyond class time, to study or work in groups, to have a walk in the gardens or even to schedule a business lunch.

• Clara de Moura Guedes

Administrator, Queijo Saloio

MBA NOVA 1986

Having pursued my undergraduate studies at Católica and the MBA program at NOVA, I believe

that I benefi ted from the best of both worlds: the seriousness, professionalism and rigour of a

deep and very broad fi rst-cycle education, later on complemented by an updated vision of the

latest trends in management thinking and enriched by Professors from very different backgrounds

and nationalities. As a recruiter, Católica and NOVA continue to mean Excellence in management

education. Joining efforts, capitalizing on strengths will undoubtedly produce a fi rst class pro-

gram, focused on creating the right mindset to face the global challenges of today.

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Living in Lisbon 18

Lisbon is Portugal’s political and economic capital, also known as the “city of seven hills”. The city has many cultural traditions and various contrasting architectural styles, ranging from traditional areas with narrow alleys, which date before the 1755 earthquake, to the magnifi cent open space of Praça do Comércio in the city

center, with its neoclassical lines. Lying on the banks of the Tagus River, it is surrounded by white sand beaches.

More than the historical aspects, there is a strong cultural heritage which leads us to go further and listen to the stories told by the people, discover the mysteries of its traditions and the

magic of its natural light. In Lisbon there is a wide variety of cultural activities you can enjoy, such as visiting a museum, taking a walk in a park or simply having a coffee on a terrace near the river.

Being in Lisbon allows you to play a range of sports. The beaches of Guincho

(Cascais) and Praia Grande (Sintra) are perfect for surfi ng, windsurfi ng, and bodyboarding. You can also soar through the sky in a balloon, parapent or hand-glide over the Arrábida hills. If you prefer a soothing game of golf, all you have to do is go to Estoril, Cascais, Sintra, Palmela or Azeitão, among other courses.

Portugal is also famous for its cuisine, food and wine being pleasures Portuguese people enjoy. For those who wish to know Lisbon better, choose one of the many restaurants and relish one of the typical dishes with a superb wine from Douro or Alentejo.

• Rahool Panandiker

Consultant, The Boston

Consulting Group

MBA Católica 2005

I have always believed in the proof is in

the pudding approach. Rational argu-

ments are best complemented by empirical

evidence. “Top schools open doors other

schools don’t”: this is how I foresaw the ef-

fect that the MBA would have on my career

opportunities. And true to its word, that is

precisely what my experience has been as a

graduate of the MBA program.

As a foreigner, the Lisbon experience is in

itself a fascinating door. The option of as-

similating within and learning a culture so

different from my own was something I cher-

ished as an adventure as well as a competi-

tive advantage builder.

At the momentous occasion of uniting the

two best programs in Portugal, I greet the

future of management education in Portugal

with hope. Clearly, it is a natural match that

I am sure will exploit synergies where possi-

ble and reinforce idiosyncrasies that refl ect

their individual richnesses and heritages. I

envisage a program that will present to the

global stage a world-class program and a

limitless opportunity for the creation of a

transversal network spanning the top busi-

ness leaders and managers in Portugal and

elsewhere. I look to this future “door”

with unbridled optimism.

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Living in Lisbon useful sites www.lisboacultural.pt

www.setecolinas.net

www.cm-lisboa.pt

www.ana-aeroportos.pt

www.museusportugal.org

www.portugalvirtual.pt

www.visitportugal.com

More information on GMAT, TOEFL and IELTS can be obtained at:www.GMAC.com

www.TOEFL.org

www.IELTS.org

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Contacts

E-mail mba@fe.unl.pt mba@fcee.ucp.pt

Phone +351 213 801 638 +351 217 272 634

Web site www.fe.unl.pt www.fcee.ucp.pt

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