The Bachelor's Degree in Business Management at ISLA aims primarily to train professionals with a solid and comprehensive educational foundation, focused on modern management of companies and organizations and aligned with the principles of sustainable development. Furthermore, it seeks to equip students to handle new management approaches and business models driven by digital transformation and recent organizational changes. The course aims to develop in students an entrepreneurial and creative spirit, preparing them to face the challenges of the business environment with competence and innovation. Emphasis is placed on preparation for entrepreneurship and collaboration within networks in global organizations of variable and complex structures, achievable only through solid and insightful investment in information and knowledge management, as well as communication and information technologies and systems. The proposed curriculum covers all essential areas of Management, providing students with the opportunity to learn and use key methodologies and tools for various careers.

Applicants eligible for this study cycle are those who apply through the institutional admission process and have taken one of the following exam sets:

• 18 Portuguese

and one of the following exams:

• 04 Economics
• 06 Philosophy
• 09 Geography
• 11 History
• 13 English
• 17 Applied Mathematics for Social Sciences

Applicants may also be admitted through institution/course transfer regimes or via a Special Admission process, according to the legal regulations in force (holders of a higher education degree, holders of a Technological Specialization Course, holders of a Higher Professional Technical Course, or applicants over 23 years old).

Applicants meeting the conditions established in the International Student Statute may also apply.

Graduates in Business Management from ISLA have various employment opportunities in different company management functions such as Strategic Management, Human Resources Management, Logistics, Production and Operations Management, Corporate Finance, Marketing, Accounting, and Auditing. The degree also opens doors to careers in Commercial and Investment Banking, public service, and third-sector organizations.

The objectives of the Bachelor's Degree are summarized as follows:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of business management;
• Foster an entrepreneurial mindset, encouraging students to identify business opportunities, develop viable business plans, and take risks in the business environment;
• Enable students to critically analyze business problems and opportunities, applying management models and theories to make informed and effective decisions;
• Promote awareness of corporate social responsibility, preparing students to make socially responsible decisions in the business context;
• Provide opportunities to apply knowledge in practical situations through case studies, consulting projects, and internships in local and international companies;
• Prepare students to pursue advanced studies in management or related areas, offering a knowledge base that enables success in 2nd and 3rd cycle programs.

A graduate in Business Management from ISLA should be able to:

• Use IT tools and skills appropriate for analyzing data and solving business challenges.
• Manage various resources, set priorities, and demonstrate a proactive, responsible, and entrepreneurial attitude.
• Develop critical thinking and self-learning skills to promote lifelong education.
• Promote ethical awareness and the ability to recognize and address ethical issues in decision-making, with a focus on corporate social responsibility.
• Communicate effectively using a variety of media and adapting to different audiences.
• Develop a broad range of transversal skills for successful integration into a global job market, as well as active citizenship.

Graduates in Business Management from ISLA have various employment opportunities in different company management functions such as Strategic Management, Human Resources Management, Logistics, Production and Operations Management, Corporate Finance, Marketing, Accounting, and Auditing. The degree also opens doors to careers in Commercial and Investment Banking, public service, and third-sector organizations.

The bachelor's degree in Business Management from ISLA allows candidates to apply for postgraduate studies, namely Master's and/or Doctorate degrees in Management, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Auditing, Marketing, and Human Resources Management, among others.