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Executive Mater's in Artificial Intelligence for Business

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Executive Master Degree Program in
Artificial Intelligence for Business

Lead business transformation with artificial intelligence

The Executive Master’s in Artificial Intelligence for Business is designed to equip leaders and managers to master the practical application of AI, optimizing operations and creating disruptive business models.

Through this executive master's program in AI for business, participants develop competencies to convert algorithms into strategic decisions, ensuring a sustainable competitive advantage in a constantly evolving market.

It has a strong hands-on approach, including case studies and applied projects, participants gain the essential capabilities to lead digital transformation within their organizations.

The application period for the 2026–27 academic year has closed. Applications for the 2027–28 edition will open in January 2027, and further information will be published soon. If you would like to continue your professional development this year, explore our Executive Master’s programs, with applications open until October 29th, 2026.

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    Length and ECTS

    2 semester
    (60 ECTS)

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    Fall Semester Schedule

    Monday & Wednesday
    6:30PM to 10:30PM

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    Start Date

    September
    2027

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    Degree awarded

    Master's Degree

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Who is it for?

This Executive Master's in AI is designed for executives, managers, and middle managers from public and private organizations who want to understand and apply Artificial Intelligence in the development of products, services, and business solutions aligned with the real needs of organizations.

It is also suitable for professionals with relevant experience who wish to deepen or update their technical and strategic skills in areas such as Management, Economics, Finance, Data Science, Information Management, Information Systems and Technologies, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics.

A community of experienced professionals

Learning goes beyond the classroom. The diversity of experiences and organizations represented in the cohort promotes knowledge sharing, peer learning and the creation of a qualified professional network, opening up opportunities for collaboration beyond the program.

Artificial Intelligence for Business
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This Program is taught in person, and classes are held in the hybrid classroom (Bridge Room) at NOVA IMS. This unique and innovative space offers students who are occasionally unable to attend in person the flexibility to follow the course with an experience equivalent to that of an in-person session.
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Why specialize in Artificial Intelligence for Business?

Artificial Intelligence is no longer the future; it is the present of corporate efficiency. This program offers the opportunity to learn to apply AI for organizational efficiency with academic rigour of excellence and immediate practical focus:

  • Mastery of critical technologies: Understanding the practical use of AI tools and methods, such as machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing (NLP), in business contexts.

  • AI-based strategic decision-making: Interpreting statistical modeling results and AI algorithms to support data-driven strategic decision-making.

  • Business opportunities: Identifying opportunities to apply AI solutions in products, services, and business processes, leveraging accessible and available technologies in the market.

  • Leadership and change management: Developing strategies to transform business models through AI, using practical cases and exploring technologies like machine learning, computer vision, and NLP.

  • Requirements and solutions: Identifying requirements and specifying AI-based solutions for improving business processes and developing new value propositions, using existing tools.

  • The Final Project can also serve as an opportunity to address a challenge relevant to the participant’s organization, transforming learning into a concrete application.

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An experience that begins in Sintra

The program begins on September 25 and 26, 2026, with an Immersive Opening Event in Sintra, designed to provide participants and faculty with an opportunity to connect, learn, and network.

With accommodations included, the event marks the start of the academic program and features welcome sessions with the NOVA IMS leadership and the Executive Master’s Program leadership, the “New Horizons” course, as well as dinner, group activities, and networking opportunities.

This is the first step in an academic and professional experience designed to foster knowledge sharing, relationship building, and peer learning throughout the program.

What makes this program unique

Benefits for your career

Understand the fundamental principles of Artificial Intelligence and learn to identify innovation opportunities. Upon concluding this course, you will be able to use predictive analytics to guide your organization's strategy, positioning yourself as a reference leader in the digital economy.

Impact on your organization

Implement and scale AI solutions that generate real value. Enable your teams to adopt artificial intelligence tools ethically, efficiently, and securely, dramatically increasing productivity and market responsiveness.

Partners

Learn by engaging with organizations and professionals who are applying Artificial Intelligence in a business context. Throughout the master’s program, participants tackle real-world challenges, learn about different experiences with AI adoption, and develop projects with partner organizations, bringing their learning closer to the realities and needs of organizations.

Faculty

A faculty team with strong academic and applied backgrounds in artificial intelligence, data science, management and innovation, embedded in an institution that includes researchers ranked among the Top 2% Scientists worldwide.

Applied labs

A close connection to the NOVA AI for Education Analytics Lab

Throughout the Executive Master's, participants benefit from a close connection to the NOVA AI for Education Analytics Lab, applying Artificial Intelligence and data analytics to real-world projects and organisational challenges.

In an environment focused on experimentation and applied learning, participants can develop and test AI-based solutions, exploring their potential to support decision-making, improve processes, and create new solutions and value propositions.

Learn more about the NOVA AI for Education Analytics Lab →

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Program Overview

The Executive Master's Degree in AI for Business prepares professionals to lead the strategic adoption of Artificial Intelligence in organizations, combining technology, data analysis, and business acumen to generate real impact and sustainable competitive advantage. In a context where AI is transforming business models, operational processes, and decision-making, this program is designed to empower leaders to transform technological innovation into business value.

With a practical and interdisciplinary approach, the program combines:

  • Fundamentals and practical applications of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, and Natural Language Processing (NLP) in business contexts.
  • Data-Driven decision making and predictive analytics to support informed strategic decisions.
  • AI-driven innovation and business model transformation, focused on creating new products, services, and value propositions.
  • Governance, ethics, and regulation of AI, ensuring responsible adoption aligned with organizational and legal challenges.
  • Leadership, change management, and AI adoption in organizations, essential for scaling solutions and ensuring effective impact.

Participants will have direct contact with real cases, applied projects, and business challenges, culminating in the development of a final project focused on the practical application of Artificial Intelligence in an organizational context.

The course is taught in English and delivered in after-working hours, making it ideal for working professionals.

Classes are in-person and held at the Bridge Room, a pioneering facility in Portugal that allows you to occasionally join sessions remotely, ensuring a learning experience equivalent to in-person classes.

Study plan

The study plan of Executive's Master in Artificial Intelligence for Business corresponds to 60 ECTS, in a total of 8 course units and a Final Project:

Course Units

  • Artificial Intelligence Governance, Ethics & Regulations
  • Business Applications of Computer Vision and NLP
  • Business Innovation with Artificial Intelligence
  • Final Work Project
  • Foundations of Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
  • Leading in Business AI Innovation
  • New Horizons
  • Organizational Adoption of Artificial Intelligence
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Timetable

See the timetable here for the academic year 2026/2027.

Admissions and fees

Applications are evaluated by the Admissions' Jury Panel of NOVA IMS, which seeks candidates with relevant professional experience, leadership skills, and a strong motivation to learn and apply advanced knowledge. This process ensures that each class is composed of professionals capable of contributing to a dynamic and collaborative learning environment.

Applications phase

  • Application

    Entry Requirements

    To enter this program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

    • Hold a bachelor's degree;
    • Be proficient in English;
    • Have at least 5 years of professional experience relevant to the course or related areas.

    Application Fee

    The fee of the application is €51. The application can only be considered after the payment of the application fee, within the stipulated period, non-refundable in case of withdrawal or non-admission in the program.

  • Registration Fee

    After being admitted to the program and upon confirmation of enrollment, the applicant must make a payment of a pre-registration fee (around one week after the admission result announcement), deductible in this postgraduate program's tuition fee, non-refundable in case of withdrawal, with the following value:

    • €1.250 for applicants with a nationality from a European Union member country;
    • €2.500 for applicants of other nationalities, unless their registration fee is provided by an official entity.

    Upon registration, students should make the following payments:

    • €35 - for enrollment fee (the value is updated annually);
    • €3 - for annual school insurance (the value is updated annually).

  • Fees

    Tuition Fee

    The tuition fee of this executive master program is:

    • € 12.000, for applicants with a nationality from a European Union member country;
    • € 15.000, for applicants of other nationalities.

    Included in the tuition fee: parking and dinner.

    Tuition fee payment dates

    Tuition fees may be paid in full or in six installments, with the following payment dates:

    • Full payment: September 25 to 30, 2027.
    • Payment in six installments:
      • 1st installment: September 25 to 30, 2026 (equivalent to 25% of the tuition fee);
      • 2nd installment: November 25 to 30, 2026 (equivalent to 15% of the tuition fee);
      • 3rd installment: January 25 to 31, 2027 (equivalent to 15% of the tuition fee);
      • 4th installment: March 25 to 31, 2027 (equivalent to 15% of the tuition fee);
      • 5th installment: May 25 to 31, 2027 (equivalent to 15% of the tuition fee);
      • 6th installment: July 25 to 31, 2027 (equivalent to 15% of the tuition fee).

Discounts

  • Financial discount: students who choose to pay the tuition fee in a single payment have a 2,5% discount on the payable amount.
  • NOVA IMS’ alumni who have completed a bachelor's, postgraduate, master's, or doctoral degree at NOVA IMS have a 20% discount on tuition fee, cumulative with the financial discount.
  • Companies that finance the program to at least 2 employees, in the same academic year, have a 10% discount on the tuition fee. This discount is not cumulative with other discounts.
  • Companies that finance the program to 3 or more employees, in the same academic year, have a 20% discount on the tuition fee. This discount is not cumulative with other discounts.
  • Employees of Partner Entities of Executive Master's of NOVA IMS benefit from a 25% discount on the tuition fee, not cumulative with other discounts.
  • 10% discount for members of CIP—the Portuguese Business Confederation and its network of member organizations.
  • Would you like to fund your employees' participation? Contact us.

FAQ

Do you have a question? Explore the most frequently asked questions and find the answer here! If you still have unanswered questions, please contact us!

  • Frequently Asked Questions about the Executive Master's in Artificial Intelligence for Business

    1. Is this Executive Master's in Artificial Intelligence for Business suitable for professionals without a technical background?

    Yes, this Executive Master's does not require prior technical training.
    It is designed for professionals with at least 5 years of experience in areas such as management, technology, finance, or decision‑making roles. The program is structured to develop competencies in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and digital transformation, even for participants without a technical background.

    2. What skills are developed in an Executive Master's in Artificial Intelligence for Business?

    An Executive Master's in Artificial Intelligence for Business develops skills related to the application of artificial intelligence in a business context and in decision‑making processes.
    The program covers topics such as machine learning, AI adoption in organizations, data‑driven decision making, ethics and governance of artificial intelligence, combining a solid conceptual framework with a strong practical component focused on real business cases.

    3. What is the difference between an Executive Master Degree and a Postgraduate Program in Artificial Intelligence for Business?

    The Executive Master Degree is aimed at experienced professionals seeking an academic degree, greater depth, and an integrated view of how artificial intelligence is applied to management and decision‑making. It includes a final applied project aligned with real organizational challenges.
    The Postgraduate Program, on the other hand, does not award an academic degree and has a more specific focus on skills development and professional upskilling.

    4. What differentiates this Executive Master's in Artificial Intelligence for Business?

    This Executive Master Degree stands out for its strong practical orientation and its focus on applying artificial intelligence to value creation within organizations.
    The program integrates technology, management, and strategy, preparing professionals to identify opportunities, implement AI solutions, and support data‑driven decision‑making. It also stands out for its close connection to real business contexts and for the development of an applied final project with organizational impact.

    5. Is this Executive Master's in Artificial Intelligence for Business offered in an after‑work format?

    Yes, this Executive Master's in Artificial Intelligence for Business is delivered in an after‑work (part‑time) format, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., during the Fall Semester.
    It is designed for working professionals, allowing participants to balance their studies with professional responsibilities and to develop new skills without interrupting their careers.

  • Applications

    When can I apply?

    It is only possible to submit the application during its applications phase. However, you can fill the application form at any time, submitting it when the applications phase starts.

    How can I apply?

    The applications are submitted online, in NOVA IMS’ Applications Portal.

    To submit their application, the applicants must register in the Portal, fill the form, upload your Curriculum Vitae, choose the program and pay the application fee in the Portal. The application process is the same for all the applicants, national or international.

    Which documents are required?

    The required documents for the application process are the Curriculum Vitae and the Academic Degree certificate (in DOC or PDF format).

    How do I convert a file to .PDF?

    Here is a list of websites where you can convert files to the pdf format, as a reference:

    Is there an application fee?

    The application fee is €51 in the academic year 2026-2027. The payment of the application fee will be made during the application process in the Applications’ Portal, through bank transfer/ATM reference, MBWay, PayPal or Visa. The application will only be considered successfully submitted after the payment of the application fee, within the stipulated time. It’s non-refundable in case of withdrawal or non-admission in the program.

    Can I apply to more than one program?

    You can apply to a maximum of 2 programs per application phase, by paying the application fee for each program, that is, the application to 1 program equals the payment of 1 application fee, the application to 2 programs equals the payment of 2 application fees.

    In the application form, a Tax Identification Number is requested. What is Tax Identification Number? I don’t have one, what should I put in that blank field?

    In Portugal, the Tax Identification Number is required to identify a taxable entity or person, in tax declarations or financial transactions. If you don’t have a Tax ID Number or similar, please put “999999999” in that field of the application form.

    What should I write in the field: “Goals/motivation to apply to this program”?

    In this field, please mention:

    • In which way your background (academic and professional) fits the program;
    • What are your short-term professional goals;
    • What are your expectations with the attendance of this program.

  • Admission

    How does the selection process work?

    The selection process is based on the assessment of each candidate’s academic and professional background. An additional interview may be conducted during the process. All candidates who reach the final stage will have a mandatory interview with the program coordinator(s).

    In case I am contacted for an interview, can it be held at distance?

    Yes, the interview can be held at distance, preferably via Teams.

    When will I know the result of the application?

    The result of the application will be known, through email, in the date to be announced in the confirmation of submitted application email and/or by the Admissions’ Jury/Programs Manager.

    I was admitted in the program. What’s the next step?

    In case of admission, the applicant must make the payment of the pre-registration fee (around 1 week after the result announcement), until its deadline, in NOVA IMS’ Applications Portal and upload the diploma or other certificate of his latest qualification (example: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree or PhD).

    Can I attend more than one program by academic year?

    Yes, you may attend two programs per school year, although it’s not recommended.

    I was admitted in two programs, but I only intend to attend one. What should I do?

    In case of admission to two programs, the candidate will have to choose, in the Application Portal, the program in which they intend to attend. After choosing the desired program and paying the pre-registration fee, you must select the option "Withdrawal" in the 2nd program in which you do not intend to attend. Thus, your vacancy is available to a candidate on the Waiting List.

    I'm on the Waiting List. Can I still be admitted?

    Since it is possible for candidates to apply for two programs per application phase, there will be cases where the same candidate has been admitted to both programs, but intends to join only one. In these cases and if the limit number of vacancies is not completed, the remaining vacancy will be assigned to a candidate on the Waiting List.

    I intend the invoice for the payment of the application / pre-registration fees.

    The Invoice-Receipt will be available in this Applications’ Portal up to 2 business days after the payment, in the tab "Billing/Treasury".

    I was admitted in the program, but I need visa. What should I do?

    NOVA IMS can issue a document that proves admission in the program, that will be sent to the student. The document will only be issued or provided after the payment of the pre-registration fee. Regardless of issuance the document, the student must contact the Portuguese Embassy or Consulate in their country to get more information.

  • Other Informations

    Is this program taught in Portuguese or English?

    The language of instruction is Portuguese; however, if there are foreign students or teachers, classes will be taught in English.

    Is it possible to park on campus?

    Parking is included in the tuition. There are several parking areas on campus and near NOVA IMS.

Applications and Contacts

Applications:

The vacancies for this program have already been filled. Information regarding the opening of applications for the next academic year 2027/2028 will be published soon. You can also view the remaining programs with applications open here.

For more information about this course, please contact:

Renata Barateiro
Marketing and Admissions Coordinator for Executive Education
Marketing & Admissions Department

+351 213 828 619| +351 923 314 594

executive@novaims.unl.pt

Regulations and Accreditations

  • A3ES;
  • DGES – Registration number R/A-CR 74/2025 on 31-03-2025.