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We Challenge the Bar: Nova SBE Executive Education Leads in Portugal and Climbs in the Financial Times Global Rankings

Nova SBE Executive Education has once again established itself as an international leader in the Financial Times Executive Education 2025 Global Ranking.

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This mentality has once again put our Executive Education at the forefront, winning 1st place in Portugal for customized and open programs in the Financial Times Executive Education 2025 Global Ranking.

Globally, Nova SBE ranks 15th in the world for customized programs, remaining among the top 15 institutions in the world. This result reflects our relentless pursuit of excellence and our commitment to redefining what executive education is.

In one of the ranking's most future-oriented indicators, "Future Use", which assesses the long-term applicability of knowledge, Nova SBE achieved an impressive 3rd place globally - one of this year's biggest highlights. This proves that our programs don't just train: they empower leaders to shape disruption.

"This ranking is not just a number. It shows what happens when bold ideas come together with hard work and a constant desire to improve. Through collaboration. Through strong partnerships. And we're just getting started."
- Pedro Brito, Associate Dean & CEO @ Nova SBE Executive Education

These results are a testament to Nova SBE's unwavering commitment to academic excellence, practical relevance and its role as a strategic partner for organizations that are training the next generation of leaders.

We also extend our deepest gratitude to our exceptional teaching staff, whose dedication and experience continue to mark the transformative learning experiences that define Nova SBE.

That's why we'll never stop challenging the bar.

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Nova SBE Executive Education
Let's challenge the bar together
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