the lisbon mba int online brochure
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INDEX
1. Introduction
2. Class Profile 3. Academics 4. Friday Forums 5. MIT Immersion 6. Career Management Center 7. Action Learning 8. MBA Community 9. Lisbon 10. How to apply? 11. Financing your MBA 12. Partners 13. Contacts
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INTRODUCTION
Originality, creativity, coolness: the leading Portuguese
universities — Católica and Nova — have teamed up with MIT to
create an unique MBA experience.
The Lisbon MBA International Program will grant you with both
the quantitative reasoning skills and leadership abilities
essential to your success in a changing business environment. A
summer immersion at the prestigious
MIT Sloan School of Management in Boston (USA), plus an
internship or lab project, complete the exciting 12 months you’ll
spend with The Lisbon MBA.
The Lisbon MBA International is
ranked in 61st place among the 100
best MBA programs in the world
and the 15th best European MBA
according to The Financial Times
Global MBA ranking. 6th in Value for
Money and 3rd in International
Course Experience.
CLASS PROFILE 2013
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40 Students
Average Age: 31 years
Average Professional Exp: 7 years
GMAT Average: 615
20%
80%
Gender Balance
F
M
7.5%
60%
15%
7.5%
10%
Academic Background
Arts
Engineering
Business & Economics
Sciences
Social Sciences Nationalities
Portugal
Brazil
US
Peru
Cape Verde
Netherlands
Colombia
80%
ACADEMICS
The unique Lisbon MBA International curriculum integrates the
fundamental cognitive and analytical skills of managers, with
intensive training of the emotional and interpersonal
competences of leaders.
The small size of our classroom allows professors to give
personalized attention and feedback, thereby drawing out your
individual strengths while learning. You’ll complement The Lisbon
MBA’s core curriculum with in-depth courses on an elective of your
choice, an entrepreneurial business plan competition, or a live
consulting case.
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FRIDAY FORUM
Friday Forum sessions are a cornerstone of The Lisbon MBA
International Program’s approach to interpersonal
development and leadership. Through fresh and
unexpected exercises, students explore core competencies
of today’s manager, including creativity, leadership,
knowledge, experience integration and resilience. Students
discover their own leadership style under the guidance of
MIT lecturers, specialized coaches and alumni.
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MIT IMMERSION
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Students of The Lisbon MBA International Program immerse
themselves at MIT’s Sloan School of Management in Boston,
USA. Attending classes and accessing resources at MIT gives
students an in-depth exposure to the culture
and practices at the forefront of business
in the USA. Students can expand their
network of relationships by getting to
know students and faculty based in Boston.
The Lisbon MBA’s Career Management Center trains students in the art of career planning. Throughout the
year, students work closely with the Career Management Center to articulate their career goals and unique
selling points. Tools such as behavioral assessments, résumé workshops and personal marketing plans help
students map a path towards their chosen career goals. Students meet corporate recruiters during on-
campus company presentations and site visits. Additionally, peer counselors from the alumni network are
available to mentor MBA students throughout their job search.
CAREER MANAGEMENT CENTER
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ACTION LEARNING
1 – Internship
An internship provides additional networking opportunities and real-world
credentials for students. One-on-one coaching sessions and informational meetings
with corporate contacts help students identify the right internship for their chosen
career path. The work experience has been invaluable:
you´ve taken advantage of each opportunity to deepen your knowledge of this
industry and meet key players within. Plus, you´ve got one foot in the door for your
full–time job search.
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ACTION LEARNING
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2 – International Labs
Alternatively, students can choose to integrate an International Lab. The Lisbon MBA
works with MBA students from other universities abroad and works with host
companies. Students will learn the true dynamics of specific countries and economies
through direct experience and leverage their business skills while learning with each
other.
3 – Entrepreneurship Hub
The Entrepreneurship Hun can help you fulfill your ambitions as an
entrepreneur. The hub offers the students the chance to explore
entrepreneurial ideas and skills while taking advantage of the numerous
learning opportunities and networking that will be provided.
MBA COMMUNITY
The energetic Lisbon MBA Community provides plenty of opportunities for socializing and learning
outside the classroom. Student-led clubs, activities and conferences satisfy an array of interests, be
they professional networking, surfing or fado music.
Students from The Lisbon MBA International become part of The Lisbon MBA Alumni Club and
affiliates of MIT Sloan Alumni Club which includes top executives and entrepreneurs from leading
businesses across the world. Students are encouraged to access this close-knit global network for
career mentoring, support and network opportunities.
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LISBON
Lisbon is a city rich in history and culture encompassing several
areas in the region, from the mountains in Sintra to the coastal
town of Ericeira. Situated in the Iberian Peninsula, Lisbon brings
together perspectives from Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia
to help enrich both business and cultural life. As a student in The
Lisbon MBA International, you will have the unique opportunity
to explore Lisbon and all it has to offer. You can learn how to surf
at Guincho Beach, travel throughout the hills of the city in a
historic yellow tram car, or take a break from the stress of classes
with a night out in Bairro Alto. A mid-sized city with a great
quality of life, Lisbon offers something for everyone.
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How to apply?
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To apply to The Lisbon MBA International program, you must possess a first
academic degree, have achieved a minimum of three years work experience
(full-time), and be proficient in English. Candidates must complete and
submit the online application form, as well as present a GMAT or GRE score
report. You can start your application by clicking here.
Financing your MBA The Lisbon MBA International is a lifelong investment in
your personal development. The tuition fees – including the MIT immersion –
amount to 35,000€. Scholarships are available to help you finance this
important investment. You can also take advantage of The Lisbon MBA Loan,
which offers special conditions on student loans.
Financing your MBA
PARTNERS