University of Porto – FEP | Porto Business School Rise 14 Places in the Financial Times Ranking
The University of Porto – FEP | PBS remains, for the 13th consecutive year, among Europe’s best business schools.
Ranked among the top 100 European Business Schools in the 2024 edition, the University of Porto – FEP | PBS recorded the 4th largest leap in the Financial Times European Business Schools Ranking, climbing 14 positions to secure 39th place.
This remarkable achievement reflects the outstanding performance of Porto Business School across various categories. In Executive Education, Porto Business School ranks 33rd in Custom Programs and 28th in Open Programs, being the only school in Portugal to rise in the Open category, now placing among the top 30. In the Executive MBA, Porto Business School retains its 56th position, standing out as the second-best school in Portugal in this category. In the International MBA, Porto Business School rose four places to 39th, making it the only Portuguese institution to improve in the Full-time MBA category. Meanwhile, the Master in Management from the University of Porto's Faculty of Economics (FEP) ranks 57th, recognized as the best course in Portugal for return on investment, career progression, and gender equity. This underscores the shared commitment of both schools to academic excellence and global impact.
These results highlight the continuous evolution and growing adaptability of the University of Porto – FEP | PBS to the demands of an increasingly disruptive world, driven by digital transformation and sustainability.
José Esteves, Dean of Porto Business School, remarked: “We are very pleased with these results, which place us among the four business schools with the most significant rise in the Financial Times ranking, which evaluated 100 institutions. This recognition strengthens our motivation to continue developing innovative educational solutions aligned with the demands of the global market.”
Óscar Afonso, Director of the Faculty of Economics of Porto (FEP), emphasized: “This international recognition underscores our commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global impact. It reflects the collective effort of our Students, Faculty, Staff, and Alumni, as well as our strong ties with stakeholders. This achievement inspires us to continue shaping leaders, tackling global challenges, and solidifying FEP’s position as a reference in education and research, both nationally and internationally.”
The Financial Times Ranking evaluates Europe’s top business schools based on a combination of criteria related to the quality of their programs and the student experience.
It compiles and integrates results from other specific rankings published by the Financial Times throughout the year, such as the Full-Time MBA (25% of the evaluation), Executive MBA (25%), Masters in Management (25%), and Executive Education – Custom & Open Programs (25%). This year’s ranking includes 100 institutions, led by France and the United Kingdom.
It is also worth noting the close and fruitful collaboration between FEP and PBS, as the two entities are jointly listed in the Financial Times Ranking (University of Porto | FEP-PBS).
