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Nova SBE is a proud member of the CEMS Alliance, a network of 33 top business schools worldwide — including 5 ranked among the 2025 Financial Times Top 20 Master’s in Management. Together, we offer the CEMS Master’s in International Management (CEMS MIM), a globally recognized program for future international leaders.
This two-year journey combines rigorous academics with hands-on experience through transversal courses, seminars, and collaborative projects co-designed across all CEMS schools. You’ll spend one semester at Nova SBE and another at a partner school, gaining both local insight and global perspective.
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- De-risking corporate engagement in blue carbon markets: leveraging technological innovations for monitoting, reporting and verification excellence-navigating carbon markets: opportunities for corporations with net zero targets in an evolving regulatory landscapePublication . Alexandre, António Trindade Tavares de Oliveira; Tavares, RodrigoThis paper critically examines the role of blue carbon ecosystems in climate mitigation, exploring both their promise and persistent barriers, including scientific, technical, financial, and policy challenges. It reviews advances in measurement, reporting, and verification (MRV) technologies (satellite and drone) alongside evolving policy and blended finance frameworks. Drawing on case studies, the analysis demonstrates how robust MRV standards, risk management, and inclusive engagement enable scalable, investable projects. Technology and finance become the dual engines of de-risking, converting ecological uncertainty into measurable opportunity for climate resilience and sustainable development.
- Understanding consumer willingness to pay for ethically labelled food products: a choice-based conjoint analysis-hydroponic business model for company X: from crop selection to implementation strategyPublication . Haupt, Malte; Cardoso, ElizabeteThis paper explores consumer preferences for ethically labelled food products, with a focus on Fair Trade certification and NGO-linked charitable giving. Building on a business project for the NGO Company X, the study employs a Choice-Based Conjoint experiment to estimate willingness to pay for ethical attributes across hedonic and utilitarian product categories. The results show that both Fair Trade and NGO support increase product choice, with NGO support yielding the highest willingness to pay. Additionally, ethical cues had a stronger impact on utilitarian products. The study ends with practical recommendations for NGOs and brands, offering insights for researchers and managers.
- Foundations for carbon accountability in manufacturing: the role of digital traceability and industrial AI in decarbonization-Digital contribution to COP28: transition away from fossil fuels by 2050. What and how?Publication . Weis, Niklas; Castro, JoãoThis thesis examines how digital traceability systems establish the data foundations required for emissions transparency and how industrial AI then leverages those foundations to improve efficiency and reduce carbon in manufacturing. Focusing on Scope 1 and 2 emissions, it analyses key regulatory drivers - particularly EU and US climate‐disclosure frameworks - and their strategic implications for industrial firms. Drawing on secondary data and the aerospace sector as a case example, the study demonstrates how traceability infrastructures paired with AI analytics enable compliance, enhance operational performance, and pave the way toward data driven sustainability.
- Leveraging regulatory technology in sustainability compliance: how can AI-driven regtech solutions strengthen corporate compliance capabilities under rapidly evolving sustainability regulations?Publication . Moradi, Imal; Castro, JoãoThis thesis explores how AI-driven Regulatory Tech (RegTech) solutions can enhance corporate compliance capabilities amid increasingly stringent sustainability regulations. Through qualitative analysis based on expert interviews, the research identifies significant opportunities in operational efficiency, proactive risk management, strategic adaptability, and stakeholder trust enhancement. However, organizations also face notable challenges, including market immaturity, integration complexities, financial hurdles, and organizational resistance. The study provides practical insights for businesses to strategicfally navigate these barriers, highlighting the critical role of technological integration alongside organizational readiness to effectively leverage AI in meeting evolving sustainability regulatory demands.
- Leveraging south-south cooperation in neonatal healthcare: a case study of fanem medical devices India-from São Paulo to bangalore: a localization strategy for fanem medical devices IndiaPublication . Anthony, Miles Turner; Alfaiate, FilipeExamining how localized South-South Cooperation (SSC) strategies optimize healthcare competitiveness in emerging markets, this Work Project focuses on Fanem Medical Devices India (FMDI). It explores Fanem's challenges entering the Indian neonatal healthcare market and discusses how the strategic OEM partnership proposed in the related Business Project is a model of successful SSC. This study addresses how culturally and operationally aligned local partnerships foster enhanced operational efficiency, cost reduction, and market competitiveness. Findings provide practical recommendations for multinationals and policymakers aiming to leverage SSC for healthcare improvements.
- Beyond defaults: evaluating the role of platforms, parents and teens in online safety-partnerships for children: designing a collaboration strategy between UNICEF Portugal and companies to promote children’s rightsPublication . Barreiras, Francisca Machado Sanchez Trigo; Mestrinho, LéniaThis research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of social media platforms safety defaults for Portuguese teenagers, by understanding through a platforms analysis which safety features are already available, and their effectiveness through two surveys, relying on 104 responses of teens and 118 responses of parents or legal guardians. Results show a gap between safety features availability and their real use and awareness by teens.
- SME demand flexibility in a time of crisis: modeling behavioral potential using public data and European benchmarksPublication . Boisselier, Manon Anabelle Nadine; Han, QiweiThis work explores how Irish SMEs can be effectively engaged in demand-side flexibility, despite limited access to granular consumption data. Building on a business project with Energia, the research combines national electricity demand analysis, behavioral modeling, and persona-based segmentation. Results show that SMEs exhibit limited responsiveness to external shocks, such as the 2022 energy crisis, and that flexibility potential varies significantly across sectors. The thesis proposes four actionable strategies tailored to SME profiles, including targeted engagement, smart tariff onboarding, Connect360 nudges, and pilot programs. These findings support scalable, data light approaches aligned with Ireland’s 2030 flexibility targets.
- Drivers of effective governance in public-private innovation ecosystems – a multi-case study approachPublication . Comperl, Kea; Sousa, Milton deInnovation for complex societal challenges increasingly relies on Public-Private Innovation Ecosystems (PPIEs), making the study of their governance essential. This thesis examines drivers of effective governance of PPIEs through a qualitative, multi-case study of three PPIEs: New Space Portugal, EuroHPC JU, and AI MAPS. The findings show that clarity on actors and structural set-up, combined with the interplay of formal and informal coordination mechanisms, are essential factors for effective governance. Informal mechanisms such as trust and honest communication should be cultivated and documented. The research highlights the importance of relational dynamics, flexibility along the PPIE’s lifecycle, and context-specific governance design
- Uncovering corporate volunteers' motivations and gains in remote mentoring programs based on the case of grow movement-grow movement: business model optimization and sustainable growth strategyPublication . Berkmann, Helena Maria; Holm, AlisonThis explorative, inductive study examines corporate volunteer mentors' motivations and perceived benefits in remote mentoring programs, using Grow Movement as a case study. Primary and secondary research suggest that intrinsic drivers, such as altruism and the desire to create impact, are central to mentor engagement. Moreover, motivation typically evolves as mentor-mentee rapport deepens, highlighting the importance of interpersonal connection. Contrary to traditional assumptions, extrinsic incentives are marginal. While the remote format poses occasional barriers, it fosters autonomy, cross-cultural exchange, and soft skills. The findings present remote mentoring as a two-way learning experience and offer practical recommendations to emphasize mentor engagement.
- Implementing AI in insurtech startups: challenges and strategies for success: excellence in claims management: how can insurers win in a context of rising costsPublication . Carpi, Leone; Fernandes, Miguel PintoThis study examines how insurtech startups address the challenges of integrating AI into their internal processes by leveraging 12 semi-structured interviews with founders and AI practitioners from insurtech and tech startups. Thematic analysis revealed key barriers, including data fragmentation, AI reliability issues, and data governance risks, alongside human factors such as cultural resistance and unrealistic expectations. Findings underscore the critical role of building AI knowledge, fostering continuous learning, and empowering "AI champions" within insurtechs. Providing practical strategies and an organisational structure for effective AI adoption, highlighting the need for robust data practices, phased implementation, and human oversight in AI integration.