38 Economics Masters Degree Programs in Portugal

The Master’s in Law and Economics of the Sea – Ocean Governance is an interdisciplinary, unique and innovative programme dedicated to the study of issues related to the governance of the sea. In this new configuration, it reinforces its interdisciplinary and international vocation, aware that at sea lie some of the greatest challenges and opportunities on the planet for sustainable development.

The MSc in Management with Specialization in Strategic Marketing From gathering consumer insights to building powerful brands, from e-commerce to social media, marketing is a critical driver of success in today's business landscape. It is a dynamic field, both for practitioners and academics. That is why many courses in this program are taught by experienced marketing professionals. The innovative curriculum is designed to equip you with the academic and professional competencies you need for managerial positions in marketing. Some of the most important topics include consumers' psychology and behavior, marketing research and strategic analysis, and financial decisions in a business context. There has never been a more exciting time to teach and work in marketing. This program is for you if you want to always be at the forefront of value creation.

The MSc in Economics is a full-time, two-year Program, fully taught in English. It is designed for students who wish to obtain a rigorous, in-depth education in economic theory and policy at the graduate level, to prepare a successful career in research or as professional economists working for central banks, the banking industry, government institutions, and international organizations or as economic advisors and financial consultants. It also provides a rigorous preparation for students who wish to advance to a PhD program.

The Master’s in Economics at Nova SBE is the 3rd best Master’s in Economics in Europe. Did we grab your attention yet? To that, we can add the opportunity to take part in an advanced program that includes analytical skills and political and economic awareness.

This MSc in Economics aims to provide: (i) advanced knowledge in the field of economic theory; (ii) methodologies and techniques needed to the analysis and research in the fields of theoretical and applied economics; (iii) adequate instruments to pursuing the study of economics at the PhD level (this MSc gives direct access to the doctoral program in Economics at ISEG).

Why a Masters in Economics?

The Master in Economics at FEP (University of Porto) is an MSc programme, targeted at students who wish to expand their basic training in economics (particularly pre-experience economics, finance and management graduates) by improving their skills in a range of economic analysis tools. A rigorous organisation and teaching of the course units, combined with a flexible study plan, allow core knowledge to be deepened.

The Master in Business Economics is an international programme offered in English. It is suitable for bachelors in economics, management and engineering with the ambition of becoming top professionals of organisations.

The MSc in Economics is an advanced program that promotes an understanding of the analytical tools and approaches used by modern economics to start an impactful global career. Students will learn how to use economic analysis to reach reasoned conclusions about the key economic issues applied to professional settings and make data-driven decisions. It provides a unique learning experience that combines modern tools with real-life hands-on experience.

The Master in Business and Competition Economics is a two-year post-employment master's degree and taught in Portuguese, which seeks to provide specialized training in the area of company economics and business strategy and in the area of competition and regulation of sectors .

In a fast-paced, highly dynamic and competitive environment, it is crucial to be one step ahead of everyone else. Anticipating the consequences of a company's choices is key to building a sustainable competitive advantage. The Master's in the Economics of Business and Strategy was designed to enable students to successfully grasp and tackle this dynamic environment as managers or researchers.

The Master's in Monetary and Financial Economics (MEMF) is an international-level program that follows the best European practices in the area. As such, the selection criteria of applicants are demanding and this exigency level is kept along the course. Thus, the MEMF is not compatible with a weak background and with a low-effort profile, as we expect students to be prepared to spend a minimum of 3200 effort hours in 2 years.

This program will enable you to develop a solid knowledge, analytical and problem-solving competencies in the financial area. You can choose to focus your studies in Portugal, but there’s also the opportunity to learn across borders and to do business across borders through our international tracks.

The Master's in Risk Management, at Universidade Nova de Lisboa, aims to train professionals and executives with the skills to address the challenges of identifying, assessing, and managing risk in the financial sector. This program evolved from the Risk Analysis and Management program, which is classified as the best Master's Degree in Risk Management in Portugal and the 2nd best in the World.

The Masters in Actuarial Science at ISEG (University of Lisbon) offers a solid academic foundation in actuarial science, statistics, and finance. It was designed according to the international requirements for the actuarial profession. It is meant to cover most of the course materials indispensable for the accreditation of an actuary in the European Union, in accordance with The Actuarial Association of Europe.

The International MSc in Finance is a pre-experience program at Católica-Lisbon designed for students who desire to pursue an international career. The curriculum blends theory and practice with a hands-on approach, provided by our innovative courses and top professors. The program fosters the creation of strong professional and personal connections with peers and industry experts from all over the world (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, U.S., Canada, Brazil, etc.).