Head to head
University of Mannheim Business School vs Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics
The University of Mannheim Business School and Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics Master in Management programs, compared side by side on the numbers that decide it — ranking, fees, salary, selectivity and class profile.
| Metric | University of Mannheim Business School | Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics |
|---|---|---|
| FT ranking 2025 | #28 | #30 |
| QS ranking 2025 | #26 | — |
| Tuition | No tuition for EU/EEA students — €194/semester contribution (2026/27, the latest published); non-EU/EEA students pay €1,500/semester state tuition on top (≈€6,776 over the degree) | €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 |
| Salary (~3yr) | $120kFT 2025 | $101kFT 2025 |
| Employment rate | 98%3 months out | 95%3 months out |
| GMAT range | — | — |
| Duration | 24 months | 3 semesters (4 with an exchange semester) |
| Class size | — | — |
| Average age | — | — |
| International | — | — |
| Female | — | — |
| Location | Mannheim, Germany | Lisbon, Portugal |
The short version
- On the Financial Times 2025 ranking, University of Mannheim Business School (#28) sits ahead of Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics (#30).
- On the FT weighted salary — pay about three years after graduation — University of Mannheim Business School leads at $120k.
- On tuition, University of Mannheim Business School is the more affordable option at No tuition for EU/EEA students — €194/semester contribution (2026/27, the latest published); non-EU/EEA students pay €1,500/semester state tuition on top (≈€6,776 over the degree).
- Geographically they are a different bet entirely: University of Mannheim Business School in Germany, Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics in Portugal.
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
Is University of Mannheim Business School or Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics ranked higher?
- On the Financial Times 2025 Masters in Management ranking, University of Mannheim Business School places #28 and Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics #30, so University of Mannheim Business School ranks higher. A few places on one table rarely settle the decision, though — programme fit, location and cost usually matter more than the gap.
Which is more affordable, University of Mannheim Business School or Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics?
- Tuition is No tuition for EU/EEA students — €194/semester contribution (2026/27, the latest published); non-EU/EEA students pay €1,500/semester state tuition on top (≈€6,776 over the degree) at University of Mannheim Business School and €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. Compare like for like before concluding — headline tuition can mix EU/EEA and non-EU rates — and add living costs in Mannheim versus Lisbon, since the lower tuition is not always the cheaper city overall.
Which has higher graduate salaries, University of Mannheim Business School or Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics?
- University of Mannheim Business School reports the higher figure ($120k) against $101k at Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics. 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.
Should I choose University of Mannheim Business School or Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics?
- There is no universal winner. The right pick depends on your target career, where you want to live and work (Mannheim, Germany versus Lisbon, Portugal), 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.