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Study Business Administration in Portugal 🇵🇹

Portugal offers 32 Business Administration programs across 23 universities. Tuition ranges from $1k–$42k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students.

32 Programs
23 Universities
$1k–$42k/yr Tuition
3% STEM
9% Scholarships

Why Portugal for Business Administration?

Living Cost

$9,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Master (19) Bachelor (12) PhD (1)

Top Universities for Business Administration in Portugal

Catholic University of Portugal

Lisbon · National rank #1 · QS #781

Business Administration (MBA) · Master
Nova School of Business and Economics

Carcavelos · National rank #1

MBA (The Lisbon MBA International) · Master
Instituto Superior de Economia e Gestão (ISEG)

Lisbon · National rank #1 · QS #230

MBA Executivo · Master
University of Minho

Braga · National rank #5 · QS #566

Management · Bachelor
Business Administration (MBA) · Master
University of the Azores

Ponta Delgada · National rank #16

Business Management · Bachelor Master in Business Management · Master
Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Coimbra · National rank #20

Master in Business Management · Master Business Management · Bachelor Marketing · Master
Instituto Politécnico de Coimbra

Coimbra · National rank #20

Business Management · Bachelor
Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

Leiria · National rank #21

Bachelor in Business Management · Bachelor Master in Business Management · Master
Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco

Castelo Branco · National rank #22

Mestrado em Gestão de Empresas · Master
Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal

Setúbal · National rank #22

Business Management · Bachelor
Instituto Politécnico de Tomar

Tomar · National rank #29

Licenciatura em Gestão de Empresas · Bachelor Mestrado em Gestão de Empresas · Master
Instituto Politécnico de Portalegre

Portalegre · National rank #31

Mestrado em Gestão de Empresas · Master
Instituto Politécnico de Guarda

Guarda · National rank #35

Mestrado em Gestão de Empresas · Master
Instituto Politécnico da Guarda

Guarda · National rank #35

Mestrado em Gestão de Empresas · Master
Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Portimão · National rank #66

Gestão de Empresas · Bachelor
Instituto Superior de Novas Profissões

Lisbon · National rank #77

Licenciatura em Gestão de Empresas · Bachelor
Master in Management · Master Management · Bachelor PhD in Management · PhD
Mestrado em Gestão de Empresas · Master Licenciatura em Gestão de Empresas · Bachelor
Executive MBA · Master

All Programs

Business Administration (MBA)

Catholic University of Portugal

Master

Business Management

University of the Azores

Bachelor

Mestrado em Gestão de Empresas

Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco

Master

MBA (The Lisbon MBA International)

Nova School of Business and Economics

Master STEM

Master in Business Management

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Master

Business Management

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Bachelor

Marketing

Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra

Master

Business Management

Instituto Politécnico de Coimbra

Bachelor

Licenciatura em Gestão de Empresas

Instituto Politécnico de Tomar

Bachelor

Mestrado em Gestão de Empresas

Instituto Politécnico de Tomar

Master

Management

University of Minho

Bachelor

Bachelor in Business Management

Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

Bachelor Aid

Master in Business Management

Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

Master Aid

Business Management

Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal

Bachelor

Mestrado em Gestão de Empresas

Instituto Politécnico de Guarda

Master

Master in Management

Lusíada University

Master

Management

Lusíada University

Bachelor

PhD in Management

Lusíada University

PhD

Business Administration (MBA)

Instituto Superior de Ciências do Trabalho e da Empresa (ISCTE)

Master

Mestrado em Gestão de Empresas

Instituto Superior de Administração e Línguas

Master

Licenciatura em Gestão de Empresas

Instituto Superior de Administração e Línguas

Bachelor

Executive MBA

ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics & Management

Master

MBA

Nova School of Business & Economics

Master

Executive MBA

Nova School of Business & Economics

Master

Mestrado em Gestão de Empresas

Instituto Politécnico da Guarda

Master

Mestrado em Gestão de Empresas

Instituto Politécnico de Portalegre

Master

Licenciatura em Secretariado e Comunicação Empresarial

Escola Superior de Educação de Lisboa

Bachelor

Master in Business Administration (MBA)

School of Economics and Management, University of Minho

Master

MBA Executivo

Instituto Superior de Economia e Gestão (ISEG)

Master

Licenciatura em Gestão de Empresas

Instituto Superior de Novas Profissões

Bachelor

Master in Business Management

University of the Azores

Master

Gestão de Empresas

Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Bachelor Aid

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Business Administration in Portugal?
Tuition for Business Administration programs in Portugal ranges from $1k–$42k/yr. 9% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $9k.
What are the English language requirements for Business Administration in Portugal?
English-taught Business Administration programs in Portugal typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Business Administration programs are in Portugal?
Abroadly lists 32 Business Administration programs at 23 universities across Portugal. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Business Administration programs in Portugal STEM-designated?
3% of Business Administration programs in Portugal carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Portugal a good country for Business Administration students?
Portugal is a strong choice for Business Administration with 23 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Portuguese, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Business Administration in Portugal?
In Portugal, Business Administration programs are offered at: Master (19 programs), Bachelor (12 programs), PhD (1 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.