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Bachelor's in
Management

Build the foundation for your future in business

Gain a global perspective, develop essential skills, and explore the world of management in a dynamic and international environment.
Language
English, or English & Portuguese
Location
On Campus
Intake
Early September
Type of Study
Face-to-Face
Format
Full-time

Why Nova SBE

Top Business School in Europe and #1 in Portugal!
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Global from day 1
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Campus by the ocean
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Strong Partnerships
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Beyond the classroom

Program

Why Management at Nova SBE

This program will equip you with a strong foundation in management and the analytical and problem-solving skills needed to understand organizations, make strategic decisions, and succeed in a global business environment.

What to expect
  • Fully taught in English* in a diverse and international learning environment.
  • Build a strong foundation across key business areas, including strategy, marketing, finance, and operations.
  • Develop analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills valued by employers
    worldwide.
  • Learn by doing, through real-world business challenges and practical projects.

* some quantitative courses are available in Portuguese during the 1st year

Interdisciplinary approach
Real-world impact
Focus on sustainability
Explore your path,
customizing your future
Year 1
Build your foundations in management, economics, and quantitative methods while discovering different areas of business.
Fall
Principles of Microeconomics
Calculus I
Linear Algebra with Programming
Financial Accounting
Spring
Principles of Microeconomics
Calculus II
Data Analysis and Probability
Human Behavior and Decision Making (T3)
Business Principles (T4)
Careers with Impact (Modules I & II) + Data Handling (Modules I & II)
Year 2
Deepen your knowledge and explore your interests through different subjects and learning experiences.
Fall
Finance
Management Accounting
Operations Management
Law for Economics and Business (T1)
Communication
Spring
Microeconomics
Statistics for Economics and Management
Marketing
Computer Programming
Ethics (T3)
Careers with Impact (Modules III & IV) + Data Handling (if pending modules)
Year 3
Apply what you’ve learned, gain practical experience, and prepare for your next step, whether that’s a master’s degree or entering the job market.
Fall
Strategy
Organizational Behaviour
Elective
Elective
Elective
Spring
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Careers with Impact (if pending modules) + Data Handling (if pending modules)
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Mandatory Modules
Mandatory Courses
Electives to choose
Choose your Electives
Students must complete a minimum of 20.5 ECTS in elective courses within the Management area. The remaining elective credits can be fulfilled by choosing courses from Management or other scientific areas, such as Economics, Social Sciences, and Law, or by completing an internship, in accordance with the curricular limits defined in the study plan.
Life at

Nova SBE

More than a degree,
a way of life.
Campus

Campus

Best academic experience

Our campus in Carcavelos is built to provide you with the best academic experience!
Here, you can find everything, from restaurants and a grocery store to a gym, bank, and even a health clinic.

Student residencies
Tunnel
(from the campus to the beach)
FNAC store
Gym
Private medical Clinic
(CUF)
Mon Café Coffee Shop
Café Joyeux
3 restaurants
Rooftop bar
(with a beach view)
Pingo Doce Supermarket
(the first in Portugal without cashiers)
3 studios available
(for recording videos, podcasts, voice-overs)
Clubs & Students' Union

Clubs & Students' Union

Redefining campus life

We have 30+ clubs that go beyond their traditional role to boost student engagement on campus, which is often the catalyst for a positive student experience.

Nova SBE Students’ Union was born with a mission: to represent all Nova SBE students. It offers the best events, initiatives, student clubs, and some of the best sports teams in university championships.

(Library building from our Campus)
Student Life

Student Life

As a Bachelor’s student you will have access to:
Transportation​​
Living Costs​​
What to do​​
Life at Nova SBE Guide​​
Well-being

Well-Being

World Mental Health Day​
Well-being week​​
Well-being workshops​
Well-being resources Thrive
Mindfulness​
Peer Tutoring Program​
Special educational needs​
Counselling / Coaching​
Psychotherapy CUF or SASNOVA​
Access Resources

Access Resources

Workshops
The career workshops offer vital components that will help you stand out in a crowd and sell your story, either in your CV or with a great pitch. Learn to promote yourself when attending corporate events meeting your future employers.
Practice Job Hunting
You will deepen your knowledge about yourself and use it to improve your CV or write a cover letter. Also, you will practice for job interviews and learn all about corporate recruitment processes.
Online Tools
You will have access to a series of online tools that will help your market knowledge and job hunting, such as the Nova SBE JobTeaser platform, CaseCoach, Big Interview and Graduates First.
Internships
Students will have the opportunity to look for institutions where they would like to complete an internship (Short-term from 1-3 months or Long-term for approximately 4 months) and are responsible for submitting an internship proposal to Nova SBE Internships Coordinator.
Career Fairs
Each year, there are two Career Fairs on campus to meet and network with recruiters from leading national and international companies.
Career Events
Activities both on-campus (company presentations, business challenges, networking opportunities) and off-campus (company visits, online presentations).

Testimonials

Nova SBE offers a challenging but very supportive learning environment.
The professors are always available to help, and the collaborative spirit among students makes the experience even better.

Marta Elias

BSc Management
Join a global community

Community Profile

2025/2026
  • 40+ nationalities represented
  • Students from across Europe and beyond
  • A collaborative and inclusive learning environment
Management
Class
362
Students
14
%
International Students
20
Nationalities
18
Average Age
Fees & Admissions
International students
(non-EU/EEA)
Application costs €70* and enrollment in the Bachelor’s program becomes effective after the payment of a €750* enrollment fee (10% of the tuition fee to be deducted from the total). * Non-refundable
7500
/ per academic year
Scholarships
There are some scholarships available:
  • beNova Scholarship
  • Kearney Scholarship
  • Luís Manuel Estevam Santos Silva Scholarship
  • NIDO Scholarship
  • Nova SBE Well-being Scholarship
  • Nova SBE Yulia Tymoshenko Scholarship
  • Rodrigo Guimarães Erasmus Scholarship
  • Rodrigo Guimarães Scholarship
  • Santander Apoio Universitário Scholarship 2nd Edition
  • Santander Erasmus Scholarships
  • Scholarship under the "SUCCESS@NOVA" PROJECT
  • Unipartner Bachelor's Scholarship
Awards
Nova SBE, in partnership with different national and international entities, annually rewards the students' academic achievements.
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