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InternationalMSc in Finance

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Católica-Lisbon School of Business and EconomicsUniversidade Católica PortuguesaPalma de Cima1649-023 Portugal

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Messagefrom the Dean

CATÓLICA-LISBON School of Business & Economics, the former FCEE-Católica, has launched this year a new identity which is the result of a deep reflection aiming to consolidate the international position of the School.Founded 38 years ago, CATÓLICA-LISBON is the leading School of Business in Portugal.The success of CATÓLICA-LISBON is the result of world class faculty and researchers, high level students, partnerships with top Schools worldwide, such as Carnegie-Mellon University, MIT-Sloan School of Management and Kellogg School of Management amongst others, and a strong connection with the corporate sector. The achievements of our alumni indicate that our mission of developing outstanding graduates for high-level careers in Economics and Business is being fulfilled. The School’s new signature “Leading today. Inspiring tomorrow.” reinforces our position of leadership in the Portuguese market and our growing international presence. This new identity and signature translates our

commitment to continue to educate and inspire a newgeneration of leaders. The School promotes a strong commitment to intellectual rigor, critical thinking and academic excellence. The recognition of the School’s success is reflected in the fact that CATÓLICA-LISBON was the first school in Portugal to be accredited by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA and is one of the few schools worldwide holding the famous Triple Crown accreditation. In addition, CATÓLICA-LISBON has been present in theFinancial Times Rankings for the Top European Business Schools and Executive Education for 4 consecutive years. The School is also the first and only CFA® Institute Program Partner in Portugal. Our MSc Program in Finance will provide you with a solid foundation in principles and practice, teach you new skills and concepts, enrich your thinking and launch your career.Join us and challenge yourself to be more than you have aspired. It is your future and impossible is nothing!

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Miguel Athayde MarquesProfessor of Business, CATÓLICA-LISBONPhD in Business Administration, University of Glasgow, UKDegree in Business Administration, CATÓLICA-LISBON

Miguel Athayde Marques is a Professor of Business at Universidade Católica in Lisbon and a non-executive Member of The Board of listed companies. Until June 2010, he was Chairman and CEO of the Portuguese Stock Exchange (Euronext Lisbon) and a member of the Management Committee of NYSE Euronext in New York. As part of his responsibilities, he was also a Board Member of the Stock Exchanges of Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam. After the merger between the New York Stock Exchange and Euronext in 2007, Miguel Athayde Marques performed different roles at group-wide level, namely Global Head of Information Services, Global Head of Indices and Head of Group Corporate Responsibility. Before joining NYSE Euronext in January 2005, Miguel Athayde Marques was executive member of the Board of CGD-Caixa Geral de Depósitos. In this capacity he served in boards of banks and other financial services companies in Europe, Africa and Asia. Prior to working in

banking, he was a member of the executive committee of Jerónimo Martins S.A.. From 1992 to 1996, he was Chairman and CEO of ICEP. In his academic role, Miguel Athayde Marques has international teaching experience in several Universities in Portugal, the U.K. and China and has been a frequent speaker at international conferences.

Guilherme Almeida e BritoAssociate Dean, CATÓLICA-LISBONPh.D. in Finance, New York University, USAMBA, New York University, USADegree in Business Administration, CATÓLICA-LISBON

Guilherme Almeida e Brito teaches Corporate Finance courses in the Undergraduate, Masters, MBA and Executive Education Programs. He is an Associate Dean at CATÓLICA-LISBON, Master in Finance Director and Masters of Science Academic Director. His main academic interests include capital budgeting, financing decisions, and security design. He has presented his research papers at several international conferences in Finance. He is a consultant for the Center of Applied Studies and also has entrepreneurial experience.

The International Master of Science in Finance is the right path for you if you want to become an expert in the field of Global Finance. For more than 6 years, CATÓLICA-LISBON has been offering the post-experience Master in Finance, the only CFA Program partner in Portugal. This is the leading program in Portugal in this area, and a world-class program which enjoys a very strong reputation among corporations and professionals alike. Drawing on this track record, CATÓLICA-LISBON is now launching a pre-experience Master of Science in Finance, which will allow you to prepare for a successful career in Finance. Based on the acclaimed past experience derived from putting together an academic degree and a professional certification, the International MSc in Finance is designed to allow you to prepare CFA 1 certification at the end of the first year and CFA 2 certification at the end of the second year. The International MSc degree in Finance from CATÓLICA-LISBON, jointly with the CFA certifications, are crucial elements to build a very consistent CV, oriented for a strong global career in Finance. The financial sector looks for graduates with international perspectives and experiences and an advanced knowledge in the area of Finance. The International Master of Science in Finance is offered to candidates that want to master the intricacies of world financial markets and gain a deep understanding of the fundamental tools, concepts and applications of Finance. With the International MSc in Finance students will be able to pursue careers in Corporate Finance, Asset Management, Trading, Investment Banking, Research Analysis, Consulting, Investor Relations, and virtually any area of global finance.

Academic Directors International MSc in Finance

06Our credentialsTriple Crown Financial Times

CATÓLICA-LISBON was the first Portuguese School to be amongst the select group of Business Schools accredited with the Triple Crown. Only 1% of Business Schools worldwide have this accreditation.

These prestigious rankings represent the international recognition of our programs’ academic excellence ensuring that they meet the most demanding international standards. CATÓLICA-LISBON is the Leading Portuguese School to be ranked amongst the Top European Business Schools according to the Financial Times.

WhyCatólica

CFA®

CATÓLICA-LISBON has been named the only Program Partner in Portugal by the CFA® Institute, the global association for investment professionals that awards the prestigious CFA® designation.

“With a distinctive history and a commitmentto pursue excellence, CATÓLICA-LISBONoffers you a unique Learning Experience.CATÓLICA-LISBON is the placewhere you want to be!”Nuno Martins (Portuguese)

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Alumni

World Class Faculty

Mentoring Program

Most professors are hired in the international job market and choose our school among several others prestigious schools. Currently, 30% of Faculty members at CATÓLICA-LISBON represent 11 different nationalities contributing to the cultural diversity of the school. CATÓLICA-LISBON professors provide an academically rigorous, relevant and up-to-date educational experience. They strive for relevance and clarity in their teaching and their research is internationally recognized.

The success of a School is measured by the success of its Alumni. The achievements of our Alumni indicate that our mission of developing outstanding graduates for high-level careers in Economics and Business is being fulfilled. Many of CATÓLICA-LISBON Alumni hold CEO positions or are members of Executive boards.

Today, CATÓLICA-LISBON has Alumni Clubs in London, Madrid and New York. Through the Mentoring Program in the Master Programs you will have the opportunity to develop a direct relationship with one of our outstanding Alumni.

António Horta Osório, CEO Lloyds Banking Group UK,

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“There is no better investment a person can make than in the finest college education, and CATÓLICA--LISBON has consistently delivered the highest standards of management education in Portugal.”

We are training the leaders who will make a difference in the world.

More than 450 Mentors and Mentees in 2010

The Mentoring Program of CATÓLICA-LISBON, founded in 2007, is an unique and innovative project addressing students’ personal development through the contact with a CATÓLICA-LISBON Alumnus.

Our Alumni have a very close relationship with CATÓLICA-LISBON, cooperating in a number of ways with the School’s development and the maintenance of its values. It is in this spirit that our Alumni participate in the Mentoring Program and contribute to the creation of a new generation of leaders. The mentoring relationship is based on trust. In this relationship, an alumnus helps a current student through orientation and counseling regarding his/her personal and professional development. The students enrolled in this Program will have the opportunity to discuss their academic progress and career perspectives, benefiting from the knowledge and expertise of a high level professional.

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WhyLisbon

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average number of sunny days per year

average summer temperature

million tourists a year

km of beaches

museums and galleries

days per year with just over 0.1mm (0.004in) of rainfall

Top Business Schoolin Portugal

million people speak Portuguese

tram no: perfect wayto discover Lisbon

most-visited cityin Southern Europe

“Living in Lisbon isa wonderful experience”Stephan Alexander Dreier (German)International Master in BA

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Living in Lisbon- Renting a flat starts at €350- Meals, groceries and other

beverages €150 month- 1 Subway trip €0,90- Other living expenses €100 month

For example:- Lunch at the cafeteria €3,65- Coffee €0,55- Cinema €6,10- Soft Drink (33cl) €0,80

Lisbon was classified as “Best Destination 2010”European Consumers Choice

- The largest white-sanded beach in Europe is on the southern bank of the Tagus River which crosses Lisbon.

- The ultimate surfing destination in Europe.

- Enjoy the sea in both summer & winter by trying different water sports at a number of beacheswithin 15 minutes of Lisbon.

“Having studied in Australia and Germany, I wassurprised how friendly the people and staff are atCATÓLICA-LISBON and the close relationship wehave with the faculty.”Bayram Ozel (Turkish)International Master in BA

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• Identify your talent at the very start of the program thanks to our rigorous assessment center.

• Build your foundation: consolidate your knowledge in the fundamentals with a group of core courses.

• Design your profile: match your talent to a major! Guarantee a specialization.

• Develop and strengthen your talent during your masters with the help of our Career Services and Leadership Lab staff.

MasterProgramsFeatures

IndividualTalent

International Immersion in the Business World

• A network with some of the Best Schools Worldwide.

• International Immersion: choose between an exchange semester abroad or a Double Degree with a partner school.

• A passport to the World: CATÓLICA-LISBON develops in students, a global mindset preparing you to work in a multicultural context and provides international opportunities.

• Learn new language skills as an open door to the world.

• 100% of CATÓLICA-LISBON Master Students have been placed in the job market within a maximum of three months after graduation.

• CATÓLICA-LISBON students have access to our outstanding graduates with high-level careers in Business and Economics through the Mentoring Program.

• At CATÓLICA-LISBON, students have access to internships, company based projects and entrepreneurial start-up projects and participate in ventures with companies and NGO. For example, CATÓLICA-LISBON students started microcredit projects in Africa helping finance start-up companies managed by local communities.

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IndividualTalent

“Being a student in the MSc of Finance at CATÓLICA-LISBON has enabled me to grow and further comprehend this area of mathematics

applied to reality. By taking classes such as Advanced Corporate Finance, Financial Investments and Risk Management, I have been able

to learn from leaders in the field and understand the different areas that lie under this same umbrella. In addition, working with students

from so many backgrounds and nationalities has provided me with a feeling of unity, a feeling that you can build something together

by exploring your differences rather than your similarities.

Moreover, by closely working with companies in several activities allowed me to have the hands-on experience of applying in-class

concepts and critical thinking to relevant issues of the daily corporate life. Last but not least, being a representative of the Finance Major

and also a founding member of the Católica Finance Club granted me the experience to closely work with professors, staff and other

students aiming for the same common goal: Success.”

Teresa Lobato (Portuguese)

“Being part of the Major in finance program at CATÓLICA-LISBON has enabled me to broaden my academic background while being

able to personalize my own course selection according to my future career prospects, besides having the privilege of studying

with motivated students and taught by leading professionals with impressive backgrounds.

Furthermore, its well structured activities outside class jumped start my career by having the right support to found the Católica Finance

Club with other colleagues, to develop soft skills at the Leadership Lab workshops, to participate on field trips to New York and London,

to be inspired in conferences by alumni and to take part in the double degree program - the only one of its kind in Portugal.”

Alberto Ippolito Ferreira (Venezuelan)

At CATÓLICA-LISBON you will be driven to exceed your own expectations!

CATÓLICA-LISBON identifies each individual’s merits and strengths and by doing so helps you find your path, open horizons and unleash all of your potential. Discovering each student’s talent is our commitment. It is the only way to guarantee the fulfillment of your ambitions. To train a leader you need to offer more than just knowledge, you have to develop extraordinary individuals.Master programs at CATÓLICA-LISBON provide you with three dimensions so that you will grow as an individual:• Technical capabilities: CATÓLICA-LISBON fully equips you with the tools you need to succeed in the challenging business world.• Soft Skills: Our programs will train you for a role of leadership. • Vision: CATÓLICA-LISBON will help you set your course and achieve your goals.Match your talent and future goals with the right academic path tailor-made for you.CATÓLICA-LISBON creates the conditions to receive and educate the best, preparing you for the job market.

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InternationalCATÓLICA-LISBON is the Leading Business School in Portugal according to the Financial Times ranking for Top European Business Schools. CATÓLICA-LISBON is very discerning in the choice of partner schools. Therefore, all our partners are amongst the best in the world in Business and Economics Education.

The School’s internationalization strategy is evident from our faculty recruiting policy, scientific research, double and joint degrees with other internationally renowned Universities, student exchange agreements with top Universities all over the world and international placement of its graduates.

CATÓLICA-LISBON Master Programs are increasingly diverse in terms of the national and cultural backgrounds of our students.

Additionally, more than 80% of CATÓLICA-LISBON core faculty completed their PhD in a top international University such as MIT-Sloan, Stanford, Wharton, UCLA, and Harvard. Moreover, a growing percentage of the faculty is non-Portuguese. This heterogeneity offers a rich environment where students have access to the highest teaching standards.

CATÓLICA-LISBON’s international recognition has been consistently reinforced, which is reflected in the existing partnerships with several top schools worldwide: MIT-Sloan in The Lisbon MBA Program; Kellogg School of Management in Executive Education and Carnegie-Mellon University in the PhD Program.

CATÓLICA-LISBON has over 55 partnerships with the most prestigious Economics and Business Schools worldwide representing over 26 countries.

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List of Partner UniversitiesArgentinaUniversidad Austral, Faculty of Management SciencesAustraliaThe University of Queensland, Faculty of Business, Economics and LawAustriaVienna University of Economics and Business AdministrationBelgiumUniversity of AntwerpBelgiumUniversité Libre de Bruxelles - Solvay Business SchoolBelgiumUniversité Catholique de Louvain - Department des Sciences EconomiquesBelgiumUniversité Catholique de Louvain - IAGBrazilEAESP - FGV Fundação Getúlio VargasBrazilCOPPEAD RioBrazilInsper - Instituto de Ensino e PesquisaCanadaRichard Ivey School of Business (London, W. Ontario)CanadaQueens Business SchoolCanadaHEC MontréalChilePontificia Universidad Catolica de ChileSwitzerlandUniversity of St. GallenSwitzerlandUniversité de LausanneCzech RepVSE - Prague School of EconomicsGermanyGoethe University (Frankfurt), Faculty of Economics and Business AdministrationGermanyUniversity of Cologne - Faculty Manag, Economics and Social SciencesGermanyUniversity of Mannheim - Business SchoolGermanyMunich SM, Ludwig - Maximilians Universität MünchenDenmarkCopenhagen Business School

SpainUniversidad Carlos III (Madrid)SpainIEFranceGroupe ESC ClermontFranceGrenoble École de ManagementFranceEDHEC - Grand École (Lille/Nice)FranceEM LYON Business SchoolFranceEuromed Marseille - École de ManagementFranceAUDENCIA Nantes - École de ManagementFranceUniversité Paris 1 Pantheon SorbonneFranceESCP - Europe School of ManagementFranceUniversité Louis Pasteur (Strasburg) - Faculté de Sciences Économiques et de GestionFranceToulouse Business SchoolFranceÉcole de Management Strasbourg - Université de StrasbourgFranceSkema Business School - Sophia Antipolis (Nice)HungaryCORVINUS University of Budapest, Faculty of BAIndiaGoa Institute of ManagementItalyUniversità degli Studi di Bologna, Facoltà EconomiaItalyUniversità Commerciale Luigi Bocconi (Milan)ItalyUniversità Degli Studi di PadovaSouth KoreaKorea University Business School (KUBS)JapanNagoya University of Commerce and BusinessMexicoInstituto Technologico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey

MexicoInstituto Tecnologico Autónomo de MexicoThe NetherlandsMaastricht University - Faculty of Economics & Business AdministrationThe NetherlandsRSM - Erasmus University (Rotterdam)The NetherlandsTilburg University - Faculty of Economics and Business AdministrationNorwayNHH - Norwegian School of Economics and Business AdministrationNorwayBI Norwegian School of ManagementPolandThe Poznan University of EconomicsPolandWarsaw School of Economics (SGH)FinlandHanken School of EconomicsRussiaGraduate School of Management - St. Petersburg State UniversityTaiwanCollege of Commerce National ChengchiTurkeyKoç UniversityUKLUMS - Lancaster University Management SchoolUSACarnegie Mellon University

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Immersion in the Business World A dedicated and professional Career Services team helps each student find new career opportunities to positively impact their professional life. The Career Services staff has extensive and close contacts with national and international companies, providing students with tools necessary for effective career search and management.

• Diversified summer internship offers according to your career path.

• Individual Career Counseling and Coaching: at the start of the Program you will receive practical coaching from the Career Services Team. Learn how to create impactful CVs and cover letters. Train yourself with mock interviews.

• Career Days and Career Forum: where recruiters have the opportunity to bond with students and present job opportunities.

• Leadership Lab: immerse in real-world challenges and prepare yourself for the job market.

100%employed within 3 monthsof graduation

83%receive two job offers

22%received four or more job offers

Placement by Sector:

Consulting23%Banking21%Fast Moving Consumer Goods/Retail20%Auditing9%Telecommunications7%

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ABBEY

ACCENTURE

AR TELECOM

ARTHUR D. LITTLE

ASTRAZENECA

AT KEARNEY

BACARDI

BAIN & COMPANY

BANCO BIG

BANCO CETELEM

BANCO DE INVESTIMENTO GLOBAL

BANCO DE PORTUGAL

BANCO EFISA

BANCO ESPÍRITO SANTO

BANCO FINANTIA

BANCO ITAÚ

BANCO MAIS

BANIF

BANIF INVESTMENT BANKING

BARCLAYS

BBVA

BIAL

BNP PARIBAS

BPI

BRISA

CA CONSULT

CAIXA BI

CAIXA GERAL DE DEPÓSITOS

CAPGEMINI

CENTRAL CERVEJAS

CHAMARTÍN IMOBILIÁRIA

CIMPOR

CITI

COLGATE PALMOLIVE

COTY

DAEMON QUEST

DANONE

DELOITTE

DELTA-CAFÉS

DEUTSCHE BANK

DIAGEO

EDIFER

EDIMPRESA

EDP

EFACEC

ERNST & YOUNG

ESPÍRITO SANTO INVESTIMENTO

ESPÍRITO SANTO RESEARCH

EURONEXT

EUROPEAN INVESTMENT BANK

EUROPRAXIS

FINANTIA

FULLSIX

GALP

GALP ENERGIA

GE MONEY

GLAXO SMITHKLINE

GMS CONSULTING

GOLDMAN SACHS

GRUPO CAIXA GERAL DE DEPÓSITOS

GRUPO MEDIA CAPITAL

GRUPO MELLO

GRUPO SONAE

GRUPO SUMOL

HAY GROUP

HENKEL IBÉRICA

HEWLETT-PACKARD

HITACHI CONSULTING

HSBC

JANSSEN-CILAG

JASON ASSOCIATES

JERÓNIMO MARTINS

JOHNSON & JOHNSON

JP MORGAN

KELLOGG’S

KPMG

KRAFT

L’ORÉAL

LACTOGAL

MAKSEN (FORMER GMS)

MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS

MARS

MARTIFER

MAZARS

MCKINSEY

MCKINSEY&COMPANY

MERCER

MICROSOFT

MILLENNIUM BCP

MONTEPIO

MORGAN STANLEY

NESTLÉ

NIKE

OLIVER WYMAN

OREY FINANCIAL

PEPSICO

PORTUGAL TELECOM

PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS

PROCTER & GAMBLE

PT - PORTUGAL TELECOM

PWC

RECKITT BENCKISER

REN

ROLAND BERGER

SANTANDER TOTTA

SAP

SARA LEE

SIBS

SIEMENS

SOCIETÉ GÉNÉRALE

SONAE

SONAECOM

SONY

SOVENA

SUMOL-COMPAL

TABAQUEIRA PHILIP MORRIS

THE BOSTON CONSULTING GROUP

THE PHONE HOUSE

THE WORLD BANK

TMN

TOMMY HILFIGER

TRANQUILIDADE

UNICRE

UNILEVER

VESTAS

VODAFONE

ZON

CATÓLICA-LISBON is recognized by recruiters as the best option in Portugal:

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ProgramOverview

International MSc in FinanceDuration: 2 yearsProgram: Full-time (120 ECTS)Language: EnglishAdmission Period:Fall Intake: March-June Available only for the September intake

MSc in FinanceDuration: 1 year and a half Program: Full-time (99 ECTS)Language: EnglishAdmission Period: Fall Intake: March-June Available only for the September intake

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CATÓLICA-LISBON Master Programs are pre-experience programs designed for recent graduates with less than 24 months of work experience and having completed an undergraduate degree within the last two years.

The Masters are full-time programs and participation in class is a requisite. International experiences, internships and extra-curricular activities, such as, sports or arts are a plus for your application.

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>20nationalities

40%international students

Our students who started the MSc in business in 2010 were from: Angola • Austria • Belgium • Brazil • Canada • Czech Republic • Denmark • France • Germany • Hungary • Italy • Macedonia • Norway • Poland • Russia • Switzerland • The Netherlands • Ukraine • Venezuela • Portugal

StudentsProfile

Program Structure:International Masterin FinanceThe International Master of Science in Financeis designed to deliver the broad range of toolssought by the very best companies, financialinstitutions and public organizations.

The curriculum is structured to meet the requisitesof the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) Institute. This is a key asset in a career in finance, as it provides practical and relevant financial knowledge and skills.This program emphasizes both theoretical rigoras well as practical aspects of finance.

• Core Finance Courses

• CFA 1 Preparation

• CFA 2 Preparation

• Finance Electives

GeneralBusiness/EconomicsFoundationCourses

Business Administration/EconomicsElectives

Language

SummerInternship

Exchange Semester

Thesis

Leadership Lab

Bridging CoursesIf you have a 1st cycle degree in any area not related to Economics or Business Administration, but if you feel that Finance is the right path for you, CATÓLICA-LISBON will provide you with the tools to succeed.

Depending on your background you will be required to take one or more introductory courses that will give you a solid foundation in Finance and the requirements to succeed in our International MSc in Finance. These courses are an integral part of your master program.

Courses: Accounting, Corporate Finance, Business Statistics, Managerial Economics.(All bridging courses with 5 ECTS).

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Internship RequirementStudents are required to complete a 1 and 1/2 month long internship before MSc graduation. The internship requirement can be completed beforeor during the master program.

Thesis Project 42 ECTS (including Research Methods Requirements: 4 ECTS)Before starting on your thesis, you will participate in a workshop designed to provide you with advice, resources, requirements and useful tools to planand execute your Master thesis. This thesis semester is an ideal bridge from your university life to your professional career. While you are completing your integrative applied project,you will be working closely with the Career Services in order to start your professional path.

You may choose between:Working on your dissertation full-time for 3 to 4 months.Associate the Dissertation with a professional experience (part-time internship).

Financial Reporting

International Finance Reporting Standards

Corporate Governance and Control

Entrepreneurship and Business Plan

Strategic Management Consulting Project

Ethics and CFA Standards II

Advanced Fixed Income Applications

Banking in a Global Context

Private Equity

Corporate Restructuring

Performance Evaluation

International Money and Finance

Short-Term Financial Management

Hedge Funds

Asset Liability Management

Auditing

Taxation

Globalization and Growth

Core Finance CoursesThe mandatory courses in Finance (28 ECTS) assure an appropriate preparation in the main areas in Finance including both theory and standard applications.

General Business or Economics Foundation CoursesThese courses are designed to give students an integrative view of the firm. One of the Ethics courses is mandatory. The remaining courses can be waived based on previous academic experience. Students must opt between General Business or Economics courses.

Financial Investments

Advanced Corporate Finance

Firm Valuation

Financial Modeling

Financial Derivatives

Risk Management

Empirical Finance

International Finance

Business Ethics and Social Responsability

Ethics and CFA Standards

Management Control Systems

Managing People in Organizations

Strategic Management

Ethics and Social Responsibility

Ethics and CFA Standards

Advanced Macroeconomics I

Advanced Microeconomics

Advanced Econometrics

General Business Foundation Courses Economics Foundation Courses

Finance ElectivesThese courses allow students to design their master’s program according to their preferences and specialize in specific areas in Finance according to their career perspectives.

Exchange SemesterTo enrich your international experience, and your CV, the International MSc requires a semester abroad and the completion of a minimum of 21 ECTSin this semester.

Language RequirementBecome truly multilingual and enhance your skills by learning another language! You can take a language course at CATÓLICA-LISBON or in one of our partner schools during your exchange semester.

Leadership Lab [6 ECTS]Strengthen your profile to succeed in the job market: discover your unique strengths and learn new skills through peer feedback, real-life projects and variedfield experiences. You define your goals, therefore, you may choose from a wide set of options:

Group Lab

Economists and Executives on Campus

Ventures

International Field Trips

Visits to Companies

Competitions

Workshops

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Double Degrees: Control Your Destiny...A Double Degree can be the best passport for an international career!In these programs you will spend one year at CATÓLICA-LISBON followed by a second year at the partner school of your choice.

A Double Degree experience offers you the opportunity to gain a deep international understanding. At the end of the program you will be granted with two diplomas – one from CATÓLICA-LISBON and one from our partner school.

Above all, the international immersion gained through this experience is highly valued by recruiters and likely to increase the potential for an international career.

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Funding Your MasterProgram

Católica Top+ is a scholarship Program for Economics, Business Administration and Finance students with an outstanding academic record. Implemented by CATÓLICA-LISBON, this program allows high-potential students to complete their Master at CATÓLICA-LISBON with a partial waiver of tuition fees.

The following criteria are highly valued by the jury:- Undergraduate GPA- International experience- Extracurricular activities- Professional experience (e.g. internships)- Contribution to the diversity of the group- Contribution to School activities

Loans Top international bank institutions offer low-interest loans to students that cover tuition fees and study-related expenses. The applications for these loans should be submitted directly to the bank.In addition, we strongly encourage you to check out the financial institutions in your home country.

We encourage outstanding students to apply for these scholarships; especially those that have completed their first cycle degree at the top of their classes (for example, average final grades of 77,5% or above).

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Admissions• Hold a 1st cycle degree (180 ECTS).

• As the program is taught in English, a high level of fluency is required.

• For the MSc in Finance we accept candidates with a degree in any area.

1. Submit your Application Online (link available on our website)

2. Upload the required documents: • Curriculum Vitae. • Official University Transcripts of records confirming academic qualifications (Portuguese or English). For application purposes we do not require a formal certificate from your School, but we do require a non official document with all the courses you attended and respective grades (you may print this information from your students’ personal webpage).

3. Prove your English proficiency by presenting a certificate or taking the CATÓLICA-LISBON English Test: • TOEFL (recommended score): 600 (PBT), 250 (CBT), or 100 (IBT). • IELTS (recommended score): 7.0. • Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): minimum of C. • Dates for CATÓLICA-LISBON test available online on the Application platform.

4. Take the GMAT or CATÓLICA-LISBON Admission Test Take the GMAT or CATÓLICA-LISBON Admission Test in case you have a background different than Economics or Business Administration. This test can be held in Lisbon or in your home town. The admission jury may request this test from applicants with a background in Management or Economics if they decide that it is justifiable.

1. An interview with the candidates may be required. The main goal of this interview is to evaluate the candidates’ competencies. This will take approximately 30 minutes and can be taken online.

1. The Master Admissions Committee reviews your application and then makes a final decision. For more information on the application process e-mail msc@clsbe.lisboa.ucp.pt or visit www.clsbe.lisboa.ucp.pt or call +351 271 214 140

Admissions requirements:

PROCESS STEP BY STEP:

Step 1 - Application

Step 2 - Interview

Step 3 - Final Decision

TRIPLE CROWN* ACCREDITEDThe Best Business School in Portugal according to the Financial Times Ranking 2010.The first Portuguese School to be amongst the select group of Business Schools accredited with the Triple Crown.