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All of Universidade Portucalense’s research units have been rated “Very Good” by the Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT). The FCT’s announcement on 15 April 2025 of the provisional results of the evaluation of research units brought great news for our university: all four research units, CIAUD.UPT, CINTESIS-UPT (RISE.Health), IJP, and REMIT, were rated “Very Good”. Congratulations are therefore in order to all of the institution’s employees, especially the researchers and support staff, whose committed contribution was decisive for this result. This result recognises the continuous improvement that the University has been making in all areas, with special emphasis on research. It is yet another strong incentive to reinforce the standards of quality and innovation adopted in all the University’s scope of action, namely in undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education, and in research.

Universidade Portucalense has entered into a partnership with ICN – Business School in Paris, strengthening its internationalisation, within the scope of the Executive MBA, which is scheduled to start classes in January 2025.  With this partnership Executive MBA students have the opportunity to take part in an international week at the La Defence campus in the French capital, on the theme “From Heritage to Innovation.” This programme includes practical lessons in the classroom and visits to leading companies and public bodies, with the aim of developing skills in innovation, strategy, and creativity combined with management and entrepreneurship. The use of new techniques, such as “figital” – a concept combining the intersection between the physical and digital worlds – will be present throughout the course. The Executive MBA, part of the Portucalense Business School, is an opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge that are essential for responding to new management challenges, as well as providing direct contact with national and international business professionals and realities. The ICN Business School is one of the oldest business schools in France, recognised for quality teaching supported by an interdisciplinary and practice-oriented approach, with a strong link to the labour market. The institution holds triple accreditation from the AACSB (Association for Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), AMBA (Association of MBAs & Business Graduates Association) and EQUIS (Institutional Accreditation System), which represents the highest seal of quality in business education.  

Applications are open until 4 April for the “Technology, Geopolitics, and International Security” Intensive Programme, which will be held online. This specialised programme aims to equip participants with a critical mindset on the impact of technology in international relations, the geopolitical implications of technological innovations, and the associated security challenges, preparing them to interpret and respond to emerging global issues. You can see more information here.

Registration for the 8th edition of the Applied Labour Law Course is open until 3 May. Considering the recent changes introduced in labour legislation as part of the Decent Work Agenda, this applied course aims to provide an up-to-date overview of the most relevant topics for businesses, legal professionals, managers, and workers. Key areas covered include termination of employment contracts, working time organisation, and employment contracts under special regimes. Given the economic and social importance of Labour Law, this course also aims to equip participants with a solid understanding of the topics covered, enabling them to meet the demands of practical application, whether in businesses or in the practice of legal professions.  

Promoted by Universidade Portucalense in association with the Polytechnic Institute of Health of the North – CESPU, this degree presents a differentiating curricular programme, with the mission of contributing to the training of leaders in Health Management and Administration, capable of building a more efficient, innovative, and humane sector. The degree in Health Management and Administration aims to equip professionals with management and leadership skills to work in the global health sector. Supported by highly reputable and experienced teaching staff, the degree combines courses in health, management, economics, innovation, and technology, providing a comprehensive education geared towards the challenges of digitalization of health services, artificial intelligence, promotion of sustainability, and crisis management. The final year of the degree includes an internship to open the door to the labour market, offering practical experience in leading institutions in Portugal and abroad. In this way, students acquire, through theory and practice, essential skills to lead the innovations and changes needed in a sector whose emerging and complex challenges require holistic action, combining the scientific areas of management and health. This degree is offered by Universidade Portucalense, with extensive experience in teaching management and economics, in association with the Polytechnic Institute of Health of the North – CESPU, with extensive experience in health teaching. This union results in a differentiating curricular programme, with the mission of contributing to the training of leaders in Health Management and Administration, capable of building a more efficient, innovative, and humane sector.