Master's in Management Information Systems
ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Lisbon, ranked #27 by FT — Masters in Finance. university academic degree, national or foreign, equivalent to the 1st cycle, in the fields of business science, engineering or social sciences in general.
What it takes to get in
Entry bar: moderate. Driven by GPA floor 13 points and specific prior degree.
- GPA / grades
- 13 points
- English requirement
- All candidates should have an excellent command of the English language, written and spoken.
- Prior degree
- university academic degree, national or foreign, equivalent to the 1st cycle, in the fields of business science, engineering or social sciences in general
- Accepted degrees
- business scienceengineeringsocial sciences
- Documents required
- Certificate of the undergraduate degree
- Academic Transcript
- Curriculum vitae
- Motivation Letter
- English Diploma
- Reference Letter
What it costs
Plan for roughly €24k–€27k per year all-in as a Non-EU student — tuition plus a normal Lisbon student life.
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What you'll study
120 ECTS over 24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Core courses
Competitive Intelligence · Data & Database Management · Information Systems Analysis · Programming Foundations · Decision Systems · IT Project Management · eBusiness Models and Technologies · Information Systems Networks and Security · Software Development Project · Information Systems Planning and Architecture · Information Systems Research · Quantitative Methods Applied to Research
Where graduates end up
What graduates of this programme tend to do — and where they end up working.
Common career paths
Rankings
- FT — Masters in Finance 2025#27
- FT — European Business Schools 2025#67
Visa & life in Portugal
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Visa D4 (Residence Visa for Study). Fee €170 · 4-8 wks processing · ~€760/month proof of funds. Residence permit ~€155 after arrival. AIMA replaced SEF in 2023; expect delays.
- Post-study work
- Renewable Residence Permit for Work/Business — 12 months. No employer sponsorship required during the search window. No dedicated graduate-only job-seeker permit; graduates renew study permit yearly while seeking work or apply for work residence on hire.
- Scholarships
- Camões Institute Scholarships · FCT PhD Studentships (€1,144/month) · University merit awards
- English-taught master's
- ~350 English-taught master's; Nova SBE, Católica Lisbon, IST Lisbon lead. Source: studyinportugal.edu.pt.
About ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management
Common questions
What GPA do I need for Master's in Management Information Systems at ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management?
Admission requires a GPA of 13 points.
Is Master's in Management Information Systems at ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
How much does Master's in Management Information Systems at ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management cost?
International tuition is €4,900 per year. Over the full 24-month programme that's roughly €9,800 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota. Based on the published requirements (GPA floor 13 points, specific prior degree), the entry bar here is moderate.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Portugal after graduating?
Post-study work rights in Portugal depend on your nationality — EU/EEA citizens can work freely, and most EU countries offer a job-search permit for non-EU graduates. Check the national immigration authority for current rules.
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