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ME - Smart Cities and Urban Analytics

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Executive Master's Degree in Smart Cities and Urban Analytics

Transform urban data to solve real-world challenges in cities.

The Executive Master's Program in Smart Cities and Urban Analytics is designed for professionals who intend to lead digital transformation in critical areas such as mobility, environment, technology, and public administration.

This program provides the necessary tools to master urban analytics and data science, preparing specialists capable of designing territories that are more efficient, sustainable, and people-centric.

The Program lasts one year, with one semester of classes, in an immersive experience provided by Bridge Room, a pioneering classroom in Portugal, integrated into the EDGE pedagogical strategy, ensuring true flexibility without compromising the quality of education.

Transform urban data to solve real-world challenges in cities.

The Executive Master Program in Smart Cities and Urban Analytics is designed for professionals in urban planning, mobility, the environment, technology, and public administration who want to apply data and analytics to solve complex urban challenges.

Hands-on learning through real-world projects in partnership with NOVA Cidade – Urban Analytics Lab, in a flexible format that fits your professional schedule.

The Program lasts one year, with one semester of classes, in an immersive experience provided by Bridge Room, a pioneering classroom in Portugal, integrated into the EDGE pedagogical strategy, ensuring true flexibility without compromising the quality of education.

Applications for this program are open between April 13th and May 13th, 2026.
Apply now!

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    Length and ECTS

    2 semester
    (60 ECTS)

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    Fall Semester Schedule

    Friday
    9AM to 6PM

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    Start Date

    September
    2026

Partner Entities

  • AML
    Área Metropolitana de Lisboa
  • Portugal Oeste
    OESTE Comunidade Intermunicipal
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    Porto Digital
  • ESRI
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Who is it for?

This executive master in smart cities is designed for senior managers and technicians in the private sector and public administration who wish to lead digital transformation projects in areas such as urban mobility, energy efficiency, and smart governance.

It is also suitable for professionals with relevant experience who wish to deepen their technical skills in the area of smart cities, integrating data, technology, and innovation into urban management.

Bridge Room
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 Smart Cities?

The management of smart cities requires an interdisciplinary vision that unites technology and strategic planning. This Master's Program in smart and sustainable cities stands out for its strong connection to the innovation ecosystem, offering:

  • Principles of smart cities: Understanding the principles of smart cities and their application in sustainable urban management;

  • Evidence-based decision-making: Applying urban data analysis techniques, artificial intelligence, and big data to optimize infrastructures and services;

  • Digital transformation: Integrating digital transformation methodologies and tools to modernize urban services;

  • Data security and ethics: Developing and implementing data-driven public policies, ensuring privacy, security, and transparency;

  • Technological innovation: Fostering technological innovation and efficient management of resources in cities.

What makes this program unique

Benefits for Your Professional Development

Develop the ability to apply artificial intelligence to sustainable urban management. Upon concluding this course, you will be able to integrate digital transformation methodologies into complex processes, strengthening your profile as a leader in smart city management.

Impact on Your Organization

Strengthen the strategic decisions of your institution or company based on rigorous analytical evidence. Develop urban solutions with measurable impact, accelerating the digital transition of your municipality or organization with security, transparency, and efficiency.

Partners

Applied projects developed with public entities and technology companies, bringing the training closer to the real challenges faced by cities.

Faculty

A faculty team with academic and applied experience in urban intelligence, working within an institution that includes researchers ranked among the Top 2% Scientists worldwide.

Applied labs

Hands‑on learning through projects developed in connection with the NOVA Cidade Urban Analytics Lab, applying urban data to real‑world contexts.

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Program Overview

The Executive Master’s Degree Program in Smart Cities and Urban Analytics prepares professionals to design, manage, and implement sustainable urban strategies based on data, promoting smarter, more efficient, and people-centered cities.

With a practical and interdisciplinary approach, the program combines:

  • Data Science and Artificial Intelligence applied to urban management to optimize infrastructure and services.
  • Data Governance and Cybersecurity, ensuring transparency, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
  • Urban Planning and Sustainability, aligned with global sustainable development goals.
  • Leadership and Change Management Skills, essential for driving complex projects and digital transformation.

Ao longo do programa, os participantes irão desenvolver projetos aplicados, analisar casos reais e colaborar com empresas tecnológicas, municípios e organismos públicos, garantindo uma experiência prática e orientada para resultados.

Throughout the program, participants will develop applied projects, analyze real cases, and collaborate with technology companies, municipalities, and public agencies, ensuring a practical and results-oriented experience.

This program was designed to transform knowledge into concrete solutions that improve the quality of urban life and drive innovation in cities.

The language of the course is Portuguese, but materials in English may also be used.

Study Plan

The study plan corresponds to 60 ECTS, in a total of 8 course units and a Final Project:

Course Units

  • Data Governance
  • Digital Transformation
  • Final Work Project
  • Leadership, Change and Impact
  • New Horizons
  • Smart Cities & Territories
  • Sustainability
  • Urban Analytics
  • Urban Planning
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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

Applications for this program are open between April 13th and May 13th, 2026. To apply, click here.

  • 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);
    • €1.40 - 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, coffee break, lunch/dinner.

    Tuition fee payment dates

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

    Full payment September 25th to 30th, 2026.

    Payment in six installments:

    • September 25 to 30, 2026 (corresponding to 25% of the tuition fee);
    • November 25 to 30, 2026 (corresponding to 15% of the tuition fee);
    • January 25 to 31, 2027 (corresponding to 15% of the tuition fee);
    • March 25 to 31, 2027 (corresponding to 15% of the tuition fee);
    • From May 25 to 31, 2027 (corresponding to 15% of the tuition fee);
    • From July 25 to 31, 2027 (corresponding 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 Porto Digital, Esri, OESTE CIM and AML benefit from a 10% discount on the tuition fee, not cumulative with other discounts.

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!

  • 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 course is taught in Portuguese, though materials in English may be used.

    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:

Applications for this program are open between April 13th and May 13th, 2026.
Apply now!

For more information about this course, please contact:

Renata Barateiro

Marketing and Admissions Coordinator for Executive Education
Marketing & Admissions Department

+351 213 828 619

executive@novaims.unl.pt

Regulations and Accreditations

  • A3ES
  • DGES - Registration number nº R/A-CR 9/2026 de 19-01-2026.