Business + Culture
Unique Experiences
GAIN VALUABLE EXPERIENCE
with an internship at a local business. From a vibrant start-up industry to supporting academic research groups, you will become well-acquainted with Lisbon鈥檚 local professional community.
BECOME A MEMBER OF THE LOCAL BUSINESS STUDENT COMMUNITY
by taking classes at some of the most prestigious business schools in Portugal (AACSB accredited).
TRAVEL NORTH, UP THE COAST
to Portugal鈥檚 second largest city, Porto, a historic center dating back to Roman times known for its rich wine trade.
520
MILES OF COASTLINE
12
ISLANDS TO EXPLORE
1,000+
PASTRY SHOPS
Your Destination
Older than London, Paris, and Rome, the hilly seaport of Lisbon has always been a major political, economic, and cultural European center. Portugal's capital city is full of intriguing contrasts, from its tiny shops with fading facades to its mega malls and narrow, cobble-stoned streets to its wide-open vistas. With a generous attitude toward foreigners, Lisbon boasts a holiday vibe and mild climate, making it a welcoming place with plenty to explore.
During your time abroad, you'll discover Lisbon's vibrant entrepreneurship culture. The city is home to several startup hubs and international co-working spaces that promote learning to help you thrive in today's globally diverse business world. Lisbon also houses many familiar worldwide companies 鈥 including Google, Mastercard, CISCO, and KPMG 鈥 that you may come across during your program.
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The Culture
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- A visit to 脡vora, a beautiful, historic city located in Portugal's Alentejo region, which is known for its cork and wine
- Getting to know Set煤bal, a town south of Lisbon, known for its beautiful coast and wonderful cuisine
- Participating in a workshop at a local sustainability start-up
- Discovering Cascais and its stunning beaches
- Painting your own tile at the National Tile Museum
INTERNSHIP
Gain valuable real-world work experience by putting your skills and talents to good use during an internship. Past students have worked in areas from communication to fashion to politics.
Program Blogs
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HOUSING & MEALS
HOUSING
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A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
MEALS
Homestay: Breakfasts and dinners are provided seven days a week. Dietary needs may be accommodated.
Residence Hall: Meals are not included, but a communal kitchen will be available.
All students have access to the subsidized cafeteria on campus. All housing options provide internet access.
Academics
The Business and Culture program invites students to immerse themselves in university life through coursework at the Instituto Superior de Ci锚ncias do Trabalho e de Empresas (ISCTE-IUL), the Nova School of Business-Universidade Nova de Lisboa (NOVASBE) (both AACSB-accredited institutions), and 黑料网911Lisbon. Students take one intensive Portuguese language course tailored to their skill level. Students with some Portuguese language experience can also take semester Portuguese classes or content courses in Portuguese at the Faculdade de Ci锚ncias Sociais e Humanas- Universidade Nova de Lisboa (NOVA FCSH).
Faculdade de Ci锚ncias Sociais e Humanas - Universidade Nova de Lisboa (NOVA FCSH) was founded in 1977 and is now among the highest-ranking social sciences and humanities schools in Portugal, with a strong focus on education, scientific research, and cultural creation. Courses are delivered in Portuguese. The school hosts more than 2,800 undergraduate students and 16 research centers and is located in the heart of Lisbon.
NOVA School of Business- Universidade Nova de Lisboa (NOVA SBE) was founded in 1978 and is now one of the top business schools in Portugal. Courses are taught in English. The school hosts bachelor鈥檚, master鈥檚, and executive education programs in business, economics, and management. Its brand new campus is located by Carcavelos beach, 20 minutes from downtown Lisbon.
Instituto Superior de Ci锚ncias do Trabalho e de Empresas - Instituto Universit谩rio de Lisboa (ISCTE-IUL) is a public university established in 1972, designed for students pursuing teaching, research, and community service with scientific and pedagogical expertise. The strategic objectives of ISCTE-IUL include innovation, quality, internationalization, and the development of an entrepreneurial culture. ISCTE-IUL offers a range of courses taught in English, from areas such as business and economics to political science and psychology. ISCTE-IUL has been recognized by highly reputed foreign agencies and associations. For instance, ISCTE Business School is an AACSB-accredited institution and is considered one of the best Portuguese business schools and is recognized nationally and internationally for several programs. The campus is located in the business center of Lisbon.
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Course Information
Course Notes
- ISCTE-IUL business courses are mostly taught in English.
- ISCTE courses end later than other classes and exams are held in the month following the end of classes. The exam schedule is not available until after arrival. Center staff will determine if students can take a proctored exam. Home school approval is required.
- NOVA SBE- Nova Business School business courses are mostly taught in English.
- NOVA SBE courses may end one or two weeks after the 黑料网911program end date. Housing will be guaranteed for you until the date of your exam (December for Fall and May, early June for Spring).
- NOVA FCSH courses are typically taught in Portuguese (Social Sciences courses)
- Permission to enroll in NOVA FCSH courses is based on academic background and the results of the language placement exam. The final decision rests with the 黑料网911Center Director and the university.
Academic Projects
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
Languages and Cultural Studies
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Agriculture
Biological and Physical Sciences
Psychology
Academic Projects
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
Engineering and Engineering Technologies
History, Philosophy, Religion
Languages and Cultural Studies
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Agriculture
Natural Resources, Conservation, and the Environment
Psychology
ISCTE-IUL COURSES
Students have the option to take up to two courses taught in English at ISCTE-IUL, which are typically 3 U.S. semester credits each. Visit the website () and click on the appropriate semester (Semester 1 is fall and Semester 2 is spring). 黑料网911cannot guarantee that all classes will be offered every semester. Course registration occurs on-site.
Below you will find a sample course list of ISCTE-IUL courses recommended for study abroad students.
Business School
Marketing Management
Fundamentals Finance
Taxation for Non-Residents
Business Law
Human Resources Management
International Human Resources Management
Management in International Organizations
Comparative International Management
Marketing Services
Applied Corporate Finance
Health Economics
Game Theory and Economic Applications
NOVASBE- Nova Business School COURSES
Students have the option to take up to two courses taught in English at ISCTE-IUL, which are typically 3 semester credits each. Visit the website () and click on the appropriate semester. 黑料网911cannot guarantee that all classes will be offered every semester. Course registration occurs on-site.
Below you will find a sample course list of NOVASBE courses recommended for study abroad students.
Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Macroeconomics
Seminar in European Economics
Development Economics
Industrial Organization
Global Economics
Public Economics
Economic History
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Finance
Operations Management
Organizational Behavior
Strategy
Entrepreneurship
International Management
Global Business Environment
European Law
Law in Economics and Business
Finance
Marketing
NOVA FCSH COURSES
黑料网911students have the option to take up to four courses from any of the 14 social science departments at the Faculdade de Ci锚ncias Sociais e Humanas - Universidade Nova de Lisboa (NOVA FCSH). NOVA FCSH courses are taught in Portuguese for 3 semester credits each.
The courses listed below are representative of courses historically available at NOVA FCSH but 黑料网911cannot guarantee specific courses are offered each semester. Visit the website () for information on departments and classes available. Course registration occurs on-site.
Anthropology
Anthropology and Colonialism
Anthropology of the Family and Relatives
Anthropology and Human Rights
Anthropology of Religion
Anthropology of Space
Contemporary Portuguese Anthropology
Economic Anthropology
Ethnicity and Nationalism
History of Anthropology
Political Anthropology
Urban Anthropology
Archaeology
Industrial Archaeology
Medieval Muslim Archaeology
Modern Archaeology
Roman Imperial Archaeology
Art History
Culture and Contemporary Art
History of Colonial Art
History of Gothic Art
History of Non-Western Art
Introduction to Museology
Communications
Communications and Social Science
History of Media
Sociology of Communications
Theory of News
Geography
Climatology
Geography of Rural Space
Geomorphology
Human Geography
Physical Geography of Portugal
Urban Geography
History
Contemporary History
History of Contemporary Portugal
History of Medieval Portugal
History of Modern Portugal
History of Portuguese Expansion
International Relations/Political Science
Contemporary International Politics
History of the Idea of Europe
History of Political Ideas
History of Portuguese International Relations
History and Theory of State in Portugal
Political Systems
Portuguese Political Thought
Security Studies, International Institutions
Language, Literature, and Culture
Brazilian Literature
English
French
German
Portuguese Culture
Portuguese Language and Culture
Portuguese Linguistics
Spanish
Music History/Ethnomusicology
Ethnomusicology
History of Music in Portugal
Music and Information
Musical Cultures of the World
Philosophy and Music
Philosophy
Philosophy and Culture in Portugal
Sociology
Class and Social Structure
Contemporary Social Themes
Translation
History of Translation
Introduction to Terminology in the Social Sciences and Humanities
Linguistic Diversity in the Iberian Peninsula
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Scholarships & Grants
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Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
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- MSI Grant
To be considered, submit the 黑料网911Scholarships & Grants application within your 黑料网911program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
黑料网911offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 黑料网911iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $15,206 ** |
| Housing | $4,250 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $19,950 |
Optional Housing
黑料网911accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $1,500 |
Financial Aid
黑料网911offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $1,050 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $1,100 鈥犫赌 |
| Local Transportation | $120 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Visa Fees | $150 |
| Personal expenses | $220 鈥犫赌犫犫赌 |
| Total Costs | $2,690 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals (breakfast and dinner). For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $300 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫Student transportation card for 3 months
鈥犫赌犫犫赌$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
黑料网911offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 黑料网911iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $15,206 ** |
| Housing | $4,250 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $19,950 |
Optional Housing
黑料网911accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $2,250 |
Financial Aid
黑料网911offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $1,050 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $1,100 鈥犫赌 |
| Local Transportation | $120 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Visa Fees | $150 |
| Personal expenses | $220 鈥犫赌犫犫赌 |
| Total Costs | $2,690 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals (breakfast and dinner). For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $300 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫Student transportation card
鈥犫赌犫犫赌$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Our Staff
Joana Almeida
Center Director
Joana has been working with 黑料网911Lisbon since 2011. She holds a B.A. in Art History, an M.A. in Social Sciences, and a Ph.D. in Historical Sociology.
Sara Cunha
Operations Manager
Sara has been working for 黑料网911Lisbon since 2014. She holds a Ph.D. in Management with a specialization in Strategy and Entrepreneurship. She has studied and lived abroad in Spain, Hungary, Sweden and Brazil.
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