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ISEG's Master in Finance rises 11 places to world's top 23

The Financial Times Finance Master's Ranking places ISEG's master's degree among the 23 best in the world and in the European top 21. ISEG climbs 11 positions in the world ranking, the biggest rise among all the schools ranked, and was the only Portuguese school to rise in the ranking.

ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics & Management climbed 11 places in the Financial Times' Finance Master's ranking, ranking it as one of the 25 best schools in the world in this area. Previously ranked 34th, this year's Financial Times ranking places ISEG in 23rd place, integrating the European Top 21, which represents the biggest rise among all ranked schools.

ISEG's Master's in Finance was recognized as the best value for money option in Portugal, ranking 12th in the world, as well as the school that provides the second highest salary increase in the country. The Financial Times table highlights the effectiveness of ISEG's alumni network and career services, having ranked the institution as the best at a national level in these two indicators. ISEG is also proud to be part of a small group of only 12 schools in the world, two of which are in Portugal, where all graduates find jobs in less than three months.

The School's commitment to sustainability also stands out in a positive way, obtaining, ex aequo, the best rating in Portugal regarding ecological footprint. Considered the second best Master in Finance in terms of Overall Satisfaction in the country, ISEG thus solidifies its position as one of the leading finance schools in Portugal.   

"We are very proud of ISEG's latest achievements in the Financial Times ranking; it is very gratifying to receive international recognition for the quality of our education. The entry of the Masters in Finance in the World Top 23 and European Top 21, accompanied by an increase of 11 positions compared to last year, reflects not only the quality of teaching in this area and, but also the commitment and collective effort of the entire team, students and alumni alike. This is a testimony to ISEG's continuous commitment to offer an education of excellence, reaffirming our position as one of the best schools of economics and management in the world"says João Duque, Dean of ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics & Management.

The Masters in Finance' ranking, which is the most prestigious in the industry, evaluates and ranks the world's 55 best Masters in Finance degrees, considering 19 indicators to rate the quality of both the Masters and the school from three main angles: graduates' career progress, school and research diversity, and international experience.

See the Financial Times "Masters in Finance" ranking here.