Global Perspective
Gain a comprehensive understanding of international marketing and business dynamics, learning to adapt strategies to global markets and emerging trends.
Master's Degree in Marketing - Lisbon
A forward-thinking master’s that empowers you to lead with strategy, innovation, and global perspective.
Master's Degree in Marketing - Lisbon
Summary
- Start date
- September 2026
- Schedule
- Daytime
- Language
- English
- ECTS
- 120 ECTS
Master’s Degree in Marketing in Lisbon
A transformative and globally-oriented master’s program designed to shape the marketing leaders of tomorrow.
The Global Master in Marketing at IPAM Lisbon is an innovative program designed to develop professionals capable of thriving in a fast-evolving marketing landscape. You will gain a deep understanding of international market dynamics, emerging trends, and digital innovations, preparing you to create impactful strategies and drive business growth worldwide.
Delivered entirely in English, this program offers a truly global perspective, including the opportunity to participate in an international semester at one of our partner universities. Our expert faculty combines academic excellence with hands-on industry experience, ensuring you learn from professionals at the forefront of marketing innovation.
The master emphasizes creativity, data-driven decision-making, and sustainable practices, fostering an environment of exploration and practical problem-solving.
During the program, you will:
- Collaborate on real-world projects with multinational companies;
- Participate in workshops, real cases and networking opportunities;
- Apply theory in practical, immersive experiences;
- Engage with leading organizations such as Nielsen, Accenture, Feedzai, and other market innovators.
Graduates leave the program equipped with a global mindset, analytical expertise, and strategic vision ready to excel in diverse international marketing roles.
Why study the Master in Marketing?
Experiential Learning
Put theory into practice through live projects, interactive workshops, and collaborations with leading companies such as Nielsen, Accenture, and Navigator.
Innovative & Sustainable
Discover the future of marketing through technology, creativity, and sustainable solutions, delivering real business and social impact.
Expert Connections
Learn from academics and industry professionals with extensive experience, building valuable relationships for a thriving international career.
Top Benefits
Build a worldwide perspective on marketing, tackling international business challenges, exploring emerging technologies, and staying ahead of trends shaping the future.
Work on real-world projects with top companies, applying marketing strategies and tools to solve authentic business challenges through collaborative, hands-on learning.
Enhance your skills in Digital Marketing, Analytics, and Consumer Insights, mastering the tools that drive smart decision-making in today’s digital economy.
Connect with professionals and leading organizations through workshops, case studies, and live projects, bridging academic knowledge with real business impact.
Enjoy small class sizes, close interaction with faculty, and a collaborative environment that fosters feedback, growth, and meaningful connections.
Learn from globally experienced academics and industry experts, while boosting your profile with internationally recognized certifications that enhance career opportunities.
Add-ons
Cesim Business Simulations
Cesim is the world's leading provider of multilingual, multidisciplinary business simulation games
Use of the CESIM Simulator in the Global Marketing Simulator curricular unit.
Companies that have already participated in this Master:
Companies working on a global scale:
Study plan
1st SEMESTER
2nd SEMESTER
3rd SEMESTER
4th SEMESTER
| COURSE UNITS | Hour | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| Global Marketing Strategy | 48 | 6 |
| Future Consumption Society | 40 | 6 |
| Marketing Research Methods | 48 | 6 |
| Talent and Change Management | 48 | 6 |
| Disruptive Business Models | 48 | 6 |
| COURSE UNITS | Hour | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| Marketing Future Cast | 48 | 6 |
| Digital Marketing Strategy | 48 | 6 |
| Marketing Metrics and Analytics | 48 | 6 |
| Global Marketing Simulator | 40 | 6 |
| Global Business Plan | 48 | 6 |
| COURSE UNITS | Hour | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| Option 1 | 70 | 12 |
| Dissertation / Professional Project / Internship | 36 | 18 |
| Global Marketing & Branding* | 70 | 12 |
| Artificial Intelligence applied to Marketing* | 70 | 12 |
| Marketing & Experience with Services* | 70 | 12 |
| Sustainability in Marketing Management* | 70 | 12 |
| Technology applied to Marketing* | 70 | 12 |
| COURSE UNITS | Hour | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| Global Marketing Challenge Seminar | 28 | 6 |
| Dissertation / Professional Project / Internship | 48 | 24 |
Director
Carlos Sá
Diretor do Mestrado Global em Marketing - Lisboa
Profissional com mais de 25 anos de experiência nas diferentes componentes do marketing, especialmente no sector da educação, no qual já conta com um vasto currículo enquanto docente da área. É licenciado em Gestão de Marketing, pelo IPAM, detentor do título de Professor Especialista em Marketing e Publicidade. Possui igualmente diplomas de programas executivos do IE Instituto Empresa de Madrid e da LBS London Business School. Combina atualmente cargos de Administração como CMO Chief Marketing Officer na Talent SGPS, com a sua atividade docente e agora a presidência da Direção da APPM - Associação Portuguesa dos Profissionais de Marketing.
Career opportunities
This Master's degree in Marketing aims to develop students’ advanced competencies to become marketing professionals with a global mindset. Students will be able to understand how to shape the future, how to solve complex problems, how to be able to think and work strategically, and how to become emotionally intelligent and socially responsible managers. Also, students will acquire the knowledge and skills to work in multinational corporations, SMEs operating globally, or specialist marketing agencies, in positions involving strategic marketing management, brand management, and digital marketing, among others. Potential careers include:
- International Marketing Manager
Leads marketing strategies across global markets, adapting campaigns to diverse audiences while ensuring brand consistency and driving international growth. - Business Development Manager
Identifies growth opportunities, builds strategic partnerships, and drives revenue through market expansion and commercial initiatives. - Market Research Analyst
Analyzes market data, consumer behavior, and trends to generate insights that support strategic and marketing decisions. - Global Product Manager
Manages product strategy and lifecycle across international markets, aligning offerings with global customer needs. - Digital Marketing Strategist
Develops and executes data-driven digital campaigns across online channels to maximize brand visibility and performance. - Brand Manager
Builds and manages brand identity, ensuring consistent communication and positioning across all touchpoints. - Strategy Consultant
Advises organizations on business and marketing strategies, helping solve complex challenges and improve performance. - Customer Experience Manager
Designs and improves customer journeys to ensure consistent, engaging, and satisfying brand interactions. - Transformation and Innovation Manager
Leads organizational change and innovation initiatives, driving new ideas, processes, and business models for future growth.
Testimonials
The practical nature of this course, paired with the high degree of real-world insights from the professor's professional experiences allowed me to have the knowledge base that allowed me to secure an internship whilst I was undertaking the course. The internship turned into a full time job at the same company. I highly recommend the Global Masters in Marketing for those looking to get a mixture of practical and theoretical learning.
Jusob Rafique
Mozambique
Alumni of the Global Master in Marketing | IPAM Lisboa
Studying at IPAM is one of the best choices I've made when considering a Masters's Program. So far, the program is so thorough and the lecturers are quite helpful and encouraging. They guide us towards being more innovative in our business marketing approach and I can see the benefits already. I have no doubts about the bigger opportunities studying at IPAM will bring to me.
Mercy Ihekoronye
Nigeria
Global Master Marketing Student | IPAM Lisboa
At IPAM we usually work for real companies on real projects, so the most incredible experience that I had in IPAM was to present our ideas directly to the company and a few months later see our idea applied to the business.
Ana Galdino
Brazil
Global Master in Marketing Alumni | IPAM Lisboa
Admissions and Application
Candidates interested in joining IPAM Lisboncan apply throughout the year.
The application process is limited by existing vacancies and the suitability of the candidate's profile to the study cycle of interest.
To start the admission process, the candidate must follow these 3 steps.
1. Information request
Schedule a clarification conversation with an Admissions Advisor
2. Documentation
Gather the documentation requested in the admissions process
3. Apply
Proceed with the formalization of the application. You opt for the admission process face-to-face or online.
Certification and accreditation
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FAQS
They analyze customer and market research data, design advertising and media plans, and align strategies with business management goals to drive measurable growth and career development.
Marketing connects products and customers, turning insights from commerce and marketing research into strategies that drive value and impact.
Data-driven decision-making, AI-assisted segmentation, ethical branding, and sustainable growth in commerce, plus integrated media across paid/owned/earned.
Critical thinking, analytics, storytelling, and experimentation across advertising, media, and market research—skills that elevate professional qualification.
Both creativity and analytics build propositions and campaigns; analytics validates hypotheses with customers and informs business management decisions.
Brand manager, market research analyst, growth marketer, media strategist, CRM specialist.
It adds real-time data, performance metrics, and omnichannel media while keeping core principles—segmentation, targeting, positioning, and customer value.
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