Start date:
October 29, 2026
Key Facts:
Duration:
5 days with two afternoon visits
Classes:
Friday, 8:45am to 7:30pm
Format:
In Person
Language:
Portuguese with some guest speakers in English
Expanding Horizons, Multiplying Opportunities
“Accelerating Internationalization” is a C-suite strategic reflection program designed for top management, focused on identifying sustainable pathways for international growth and value creation.
Throughout the program, participants become part of the CEO FUTURE READY community, a network of business, academic, and institutional leaders that fosters ongoing knowledge sharing and collaboration.
Launched in 2022 by Universidade Católica Portuguesa in partnership with the Portuguese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, this initiative offers a practical and strategic approach to internationalization, combining real-world experiences, interaction with leaders, and the development of key capabilities for operating in global environments.
Who is this program for:
• Entrepreneurs, board members, CEOs, and executive directors responsible for defining growth strategies.
• Large and mid-sized companies, as well as high-growth organizations with international ambitions.
• Portuguese companies and subsidiaries of multinational organizations seeking to expand internationally.
What makes this program transformational:
• Company visits providing direct exposure to real-world strategies and practices.
• Case discussions based on Portuguese companies and sessions such as “Debate with CEO / Chair & CEO”.
• Leadership development dynamics, including Game Change experiences to enhance strategic capabilities.
• Individual diagnostic assessment and follow-up session to consolidate learning and ensure practical application.
Program Structure
Discover the learning modules and unlock your full potential.
Opening Session: October 30th, 5:00 PM.
The program will take place on October 31st, November 14th and 28th, and January 9th and 23rd, from 8:45 AM to 7:30 PM.
Faculty
Program Director and Vice-Rector of Universidade Católica Portuguesa |
Program Director |
CEO of COTEC Portugal |
Entrepreneur in Tourism and Real Estate |
Co-founder of WeDo Consulting |
Chair of the Board of Euronext Lisbon |
Case Pool Coordinator in the Learn & Share Program of the Católica International Business Platform |
Dean for Undergraduate Programs at CATÓLICA-LISBON |
Executive Director of the Center for Responsible Business and Leadership at CATÓLICA-LISBON |
Principal Portfolio Manager of the Investment & Treasury Division at the European Stability Mechanism |
Program Coordinator in Leadership and HR at CATÓLICA-LISBON |
Partner, Consultant and Trainer at Leadership & Communication Academy® |
Director of Negotiation Programs at CATÓLICA-LISBON |
Dean for Faculty of the Institute of Political Studies at Universidade Católica Portuguesa |
Member of the CATÓLICA-LISBON International Business Platform |
Applications open until October 15
Priority will be given to Portuguese companies and organizations that have enrolled participants in previous editions.
€2,950 per participant – Board and C-suite level. Alumni of the Universidade Católica Portuguesa benefit from an exclusive 10% discount.
The fee includes:
- Admission Fee: €250
- All course materials, including books, press articles, and classroom support documentation;
- Transportation for company visits;
- Coffee breaks and lunches;
- Reserved parking space in the covered parking area at CATÓLICA-LISBON;
- Diploma award ceremony.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- 10% discount for alumni of Universidade Católica Portuguesa, partner companies of the Católica International Business Platform, and member companies of CCIP;
- Additional 5% discount for companies enrolling their entire first-line management team across any three program editions (cumulative);
- Access to a partnership agreement with the Marriott Hotel, offering special rates for accommodation during the program.
PAYMENT TERMS
- Universidade Católica Portuguesa is exempt from VAT;
- UCP has a collaboration agreement with Caixa Geral de Depósitos, offering special financing conditions for participants in executive programs. More information here.
