Head to head
Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics vs NEOMA Business School
The Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics and NEOMA Business School Master in Management programs, compared side by side on the numbers that decide it — ranking, fees, salary, selectivity and class profile.
| Metric | Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics | NEOMA Business School |
|---|---|---|
| FT ranking 2025 | #30 | #30 |
| QS ranking 2025 | — | — |
| Tuition | €16,900 total for the standard three-semester programme, inclusive of the €700 + €450 annual registration fees and €10,500 + €5,250 in tuition; €19,500 for the four-semester track with an exchange semester. The €120 admission fee sits outside both totals, and scholarships apply only to the tuition components | €36,000 total tuition, full-time (plus ~€500/year administrative fee, a €100 application fee and France's €105/year CVEC) |
| Salary (~3yr) | $101kFT 2025 | $81kFT 2025 |
| Employment rate | 95%3 months out | 100%FT 2025 · 3 months out |
| GMAT range | — | — |
| Duration | 3 semesters (4 with an exchange semester) | 24 months |
| Class size | — | — |
| Average age | — | — |
| International | — | — |
| Female | — | — |
| Location | Lisbon, Portugal | Reims, France |
The short version
- On the FT weighted salary — pay about three years after graduation — Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics leads at $101k.
- On tuition, Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics is the more affordable option at €16,900 total for the standard three-semester programme, inclusive of the €700 + €450 annual registration fees and €10,500 + €5,250 in tuition; €19,500 for the four-semester track with an exchange semester. The €120 admission fee sits outside both totals, and scholarships apply only to the tuition components.
- Geographically they are a different bet entirely: Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics in Portugal, NEOMA Business School in France.
Rankings and salary are only part of the decision — fit with your target career, location, language, and cost of living usually matter more. Read each program in full before deciding.
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Frequently asked
Which is more affordable, Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics or NEOMA Business School?
- Tuition is €16,900 total for the standard three-semester programme, inclusive of the €700 + €450 annual registration fees and €10,500 + €5,250 in tuition; €19,500 for the four-semester track with an exchange semester. The €120 admission fee sits outside both totals, and scholarships apply only to the tuition components at Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics and €36,000 total tuition, full-time (plus ~€500/year administrative fee, a €100 application fee and France's €105/year CVEC) at NEOMA Business School. Compare like for like before concluding — headline tuition can mix EU/EEA and non-EU rates — and add living costs in Lisbon versus Reims, since the lower tuition is not always the cheaper city overall.
Which has higher graduate salaries, Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics or NEOMA Business School?
- Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics reports the higher figure ($101k) against $81k at NEOMA Business School. Both are measured about three years after graduation, so neither is a starting salary. Treat them as indicative: they reflect each cohort's industry mix and how the school surveys alumni as much as raw earning power.
Do you need the GMAT for Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics or NEOMA Business School?
- Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics generally expects a GMAT or GRE; NEOMA Business School has an admission route that does not require a GMAT or GRE. Test policies change each cycle, so confirm the current requirement on each school's own admissions page before assuming you can skip it.
Should I choose Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics or NEOMA Business School?
- There is no universal winner. The right pick depends on your target career, where you want to live and work (Lisbon, Portugal versus Reims, France), the language of instruction, and your budget. Read both full profiles, weigh fit over a handful of ranking places, and if you are still torn, our admissions guide walks through building a shortlist you can defend.