To enrich your international experience, you can choose to do an exchange semester or a Double Degree with one of CATÓLICA-LISBON's prestigious partner schools around the world.

The International immersions gained through these experiences are highly valued by recruiters and likely to increase the potential for an international career.

Double Degree or Joint Degree:
Your passport for an international career

Spend one year at CATÓLICA-LISBON followed by a second year at the partner school of your choice, and get two diplomas.

Double Degree programs offer you the opportunity to gain a deep international experience and to challenge yourself by experiencing two distinctive academic cultures and approaches.

At the end of the program, you will be granted two diplomas – one from CATÓLICA-LISBON and one from our partner school.

Above all, the cross-cultural awareness gained through this experience is highly valued by recruiters and likely to increase your potential for an international career.

What is a Double Degree?

A Double Degree is a dual program that allows you to:

• Study at two top business schools
• Receive two diplomas, hence be part of two alumni networks
• Create a differentiating factor in your CV
• Spend the first academic year at CATÓLICA-LISBON and the second academic year at a partner school
• Both programs are taught in English

Why a Double Degree?

• To challenge yourself academically, through new academic experiences
• To increase your cultural and social experiences
• To explore a new business environment
• To create an international business network
• To spend one full year abroad in a great city and a great school
• To be part of an international community
• To gain a passport for an international career

Who Can Apply?

• Candidates with an exceptional curriculum
• Candidates previously admitted to CATÓLICA-LISBON MSc Programs
• Candidates with strong international outreach

Partner Schools

Learn more	Learn more
Learn more	Learn more
Learn more	Learn more
Learn more	Learn more

General Requirements

• Only available only during the 1st and 2nd rounds of applications;
• Admission to the International MSc in Management: in order to apply for this Double Degree, candidates must apply and be admitted first to the IMScMA;
• In addition to the motivation letter for the International MSc in Management, candidates are asked to include a statement of purpose for the Double Degree, stating to the Admissions Committee from CATÓLICA-LISBON and the partner School, why they should be selected/considered for this program;
• After admission to the International MSc in Management, the Admissions Committee will pre-select the candidates for the Double Degree;
• The pre-selected candidates for the Double Degree may be interviewed by CATÓLICA-LISBON and/or by the partner School. These interviews can take place in Lisbon, on the CATÓLICA-LISBON campus, or via skype;
• After the interviews, admitted students will be required to complete the application documents for the partner School;
• Admitted students are required to achieve an average of at least 14 in their first year at CATÓLICA-LISBON in order to complete the Double Degree program.

Please note that some partner schools may have specific entry requirements.

 

Back to Top

 

---

 

Double Degree with Aston Business School

 

 

Founded in 1966, Aston Business School is among 1% of business schools worldwide with triple accreditation. Aston provides students with an inspirational educational experience coupled with strong business links, offering them rapid career progression in international business.

Enroll in a Double Degree Program and you will be awarded two degrees:

Program at CATÓLICA-LISBON	Majors available	Program at ASTON
International MSc in Management	Corporate Finance	MSc in Finance, MSc in Investment Analysis, MSc in International Business or MSc in Entrepreneurship & International Business
	Strategy & Consulting	MSc in Business Analytics, MSc in International Business, MSc in Entrepreneurship & International Business or MSc in Strategic Marketing Management
	Marketing or Entrepreneurship & Innovation	MSc in International Business, MSc in Entrepreneurship & International Business, MSc in Strategy & International Business or MSc in Business Analytics

Special Requirement:

• TOEFL score of 93 IBT (26 in writing, 22 in speaking, 18 in reading and 19 in listening) or an IELTS score of 6.5 (6.5 in writing and speaking and 6.0 in reading and listening) or a Pearson Academic test score of 63 (63 in writing and speaking and 57 in listening and reading).

 

Back to Top

 

---

 

Double Degree with BI Norwegian Business School

 

 

With 20.000 students, a unique range of study programs and a solid commitment to research, BI is recognized as one of the largest and most productive academic environments in Europe.

Enroll in a Double Degree Program and you will be awarded two degrees:

Program at CATÓLICA-LISBON	Majors available	Program at BI
International MSc in Management	Marketing	MSc in Business, Major in Marketing
	Strategy & Consulting	MSc in Business, Major in Strategy
	Corporate Finance	MSc in Financial Economics or MSc in Business, Major in Finance

 

Students' Experiences in the Double Degree

"The double degree between CATÓLICA-LISBON and BI is perfect for students that are looking for a challenging experience.

The main interest is definitely the change in terms of culture, economy, weather and obviously, studies. Both universities are very complementary. As an example, doing my Master thesis report at BI was great thanks to its fabulous library and talented researchers."

Hortense Lasserez, France

Double Degree CATÓLICA-LISBON and BI

 

Back to Top

 

---

 

Double Degree with Bocconi University

 

 

Founded in 1902, Bocconi was the first Italian University to grant a degree in Economics. For a century, Bocconi has played a leading role in Italy’s social and economic modernization.

Enroll in a Double Degree Program and you will be awarded two degrees:

Program at CATÓLICA-LISBON	Majors available	Program at BOCCONI
International MSc in Management	Entrepreneurship & Innovation	Laurea Magistrale in Economics and Management of Innovation and Technology
	Marketing	Laurea Magistrale in Marketing Management

Students' Experiences in the Double Degree

“With an increasing market competition to ensure a successful career, our educational choices are now more relevant than ever. That’s why I chose the Double Degree program at CATÓLICA-LISBON with Bocconi University, in Milan. The solid academic foundation of these top tier universities, combined with the international exposure to new cultures and ways of thinking, contributed to a wider vision of my own reality as well as future ambitions. I had the opportunity to explore extra-curricular activities such as entrepreneurship and technology clubs. But what made this experience even better were all the different and unique people I connected with in these two inspiring cities. Currently, I’m working at Center for Disruption (C4D) at Deloitte Digital Portugal to create new disruptive businesses with focus on emerging technologies. And this is only the start, thanks to my learning experience at CATÓLICA-LISBON.“

Renata Santos, Portugal

Double Degree CATÓLICA-LISBON and Bocconi

"Being a double degree student has truly been a great experience on all sides of life.

Throughout this challenging program I have developed broad knowledge in both quantitative and qualitative fields focusing on innovation and technology, resulting in two diplomas from two top rated business schools.“

Torbjørn Skjelde, Norway

Double Degree CATÓLICA-LISBON and Bocconi

 

Back to Top

 

---

 

Double Degree with ESCP-Europe

 

 

Established in 1819, ESCP Europe is the oldest business school in the world. Its mission is to develop the next generation of transnational business leaders, preparing them to embrace the opportunities offered by cultural diversity.

Enroll in a Double Degree Program and you will be awarded two degrees:

Program at CATÓLICA-LISBON	Majors available	Program at ESCP
International MSc in Management	All majors	Diplôme Master Grande École (MSc in Management)

Specific Requirements:

• Admitted students must perform a 40-week internship before, during or after the thesis.

Students' Experiences in the Double Degree

"After I had completed my bachelor’s degree and subsequently taken a gap year to further gain work experiences, I chose to pursue my master’s degree at CATÓLICA-LISBON. The choice was quite quickly made, as I was looking for a unique study experience in an international environment with the opportunity to follow a double degree track. During my time at CATÓLICA-LISBON, I especially appreciated, besides the practice-oriented teaching style, the manifold internal as well as external (corporate) workshops. They were a great opportunity to further develop soft skills, put knowledge to the proof of real world situations and prepare for next career steps. My second year at ESCP was at least as much memorable as the first year in Lisbon. Both experiences let me expand on business knowledge and meet many like-minded people from all around the world, of which I count some few to my closest friends today. Looking back, I would do everything the same way again.”
Alexandra Dzimiera, Germany
Double Degree CATÓLICA-LISBON and ESCP Europe

"The Double Degree program was an obvious choice because it allowed me to combine CATÓLICA-LISBON's Finance program and ESCP's MiM program, as well as spend time in two great cities. The two-year program has offered me a stimulating coursework that has fully prepared me for the career that lies ahead. Now that I have started working in the industry, I feel that CATÓLICA-LISBON's Finance program has truly provided me with a strong knowledge base and great technical abilities. I completed CATÓLICA-LISBON's undergraduate studies and I'm proud to call it a second family. The people you'll meet at CATÓLICA-LISBON and ESCP will become some of your closest friends and the exposure to different nationalities and new experiences is unparalleled."
Teresa Allen Silveira, Portugal
Double Degree CATÓLICA-LISBON and ESCP Europe

"Starting an international career has always been my ambition. In fact, nowadays, students can easily join in an international experience with the Erasmus program. However, finding professional opportunities to start a career in a foreign country is not as easy. The CATÓLICA-LISBON Masters gave me the opportunity to both complete my education following my area of interest and pursue an international path. Indeed, CATÓLICA-LISBON offered me a great chance to complete a double degree with ESCP Europe ranked by the Financial Times as the second best Business School for Masters in Management (2008). This experience has been most enriching. The quality of the teaching staff, the choice of courses provided and the differences in teaching methods were very important for my personal development.
In terms of the curriculum, being able to attend one of the best business schools worldwide is an opportunity that has facilitated my access to organizational environments and to an internationally recognized diploma. The double degree of CATÓLICA-LISBON with ESCP Europe has opened doors into a new world of relationships and perspectives that no one should miss. I am happy I didn't."
Ana Almeida, Portugal
Double Degree CATÓLICA-LISBON and ESCP Europe

"During the two years, I opened up new professional perspectives, discovered myself and experienced two of the best European Business Schools.

At ESCP-Europe, where excellence prevails, the challenging environment pushes you to be even better every day. Taking the Double Degree Program was one of the most important academic and personal decisions of my life."
João Freitas, Portugal
Double Degree CATÓLICA-LISBON and ESCP-EUROPE

 

Back to Top

 

---

 

Double Degree with FGV/EBAPE

 

 

FGV/EBAPE is the top rated business school in Brazil, according to the Brazilian Ministry of Education and one of the most prestigious Business Schools in Latin America.

Enroll in a Double Degree Program and you will be awarded two degrees:

Program at CATÓLICA-LISBON	Majors available	Program at FGV/EBAPE
International MSc in Management	Marketing or Strategy & Consulting	Executive Master's in Business Administration

 

Back to Top

 

---

 

Double Degree with Kozminski University

 

 

Kozminski University is the only business school in Poland accredited by all three of the most prestigious accrediting institutions in the world: AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA.

Enroll in a Double Degree Program and you will be awarded two degrees:

Program at CATÓLICA-LISBON	Majors available	Program at KOZMINSKI
International MSc in Management	Strategy & Consulting	Master in Management

Special Requirement:

• Admitted students will provide a certificate confirming proficiency in the English language [e.g.: TOEFL [IBT] 87 or equivalent].

 

Back to Top

 

---

 

Double Degree with Smith School of Business

 

 

Smith School of Business is one of the world’s premier business schools, consistently capturing top international rankings for its programs. It's one of only three schools in North America with triple accreditation: AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA).

Enroll in a Double Degree Program and you will be awarded two degrees:

Program at CATÓLICA-LISBON	Majors available	Program at SMITH
International MSc in Management	Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Marketing or Strategy & Consulting	Master in International Business

 

Back to Top

 

---

 

Double Degree with WHU-Otto Beisheim School of Management

 

 

WHU is now one of the most renowned German Business Schools with an exceptional national and international reputation. WHU excellent standard has been certified by accreditations from AACSB, EQUIS and FIBAA as well as through leading positions in national and international rankings.

Enroll in a Double Degree Program and you will be awarded two degrees:

Program at CATÓLICA-LISBON	Majors available	Program at WHU
International MSc in Management	Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Marketing or Strategy & Consulting	MSc in Management
	Corporate Finance	MSc in Management or MSc in Finance

Specific requirements:

• Admitted students must have a GMAT score of 600 (or either GRE or TM-BASE equivalent) by the end of January.
• Admitted students must provide proof of English Language ability: TOEFL 105 [IBT] or IELTS 7.5 by the end of January.
• Students admitted must have at least 5 months [20 weeks] of professional experience.