Double Degree in Management with Nova
Highlights
The program is structured as follows:
- the first year is spent at Luiss (Rome);
- The second year is spent at NOVA (Lisbon).
Students selected for the Double Degree will be enrolled at Luiss during their time at NOVA and will continue to pay tuition fees at Luiss. Students will be exempt from paying tuition at NOVA.
To earn a Double Degree, students must comply with the rules and conditions of both their home and host universities regarding credits, attendance, deadlines, and more.
Academic coordinator
Application Process
Details regarding the application process not available on this web page will be provided in the Call for Applications 2026-2027, which will be uploaded to the 'Useful documents' section at the bottom of this page.
Who can apply
Students enrolled in the first year of the Luiss Master's program in Management, with majors in Entrepreneurship & Innovation or International Management, can apply to this program.
Available slots
For the 2026–2027 mobility year, one student can participate in the program.
Requirements (updated for the 2026–2027 mobility year)
Candidates for this program should meet the following requirements:
- Students must pass all exams taught during the 1st semester and are strongly encouraged to pass all exams taught during the 2nd semester;
- Weighted average grade of 26/30 or higher;
As for English, students must possess at least a C1 level (European Framework of Reference), demonstrated by one of the following certifications:
- CAE grade B or C;
- IELTS score of 7 or higher (NOT an online test);
- TOEFL iBT score of 91 or higher;
- Bachelor's Degree taught entirely in English;
The English language certificates must not be older than two years as of the start of the mobility period (September 1, 2026).
Selection Criteria (updated for the 2026–2027 mobility year)
Candidates will be ranked based on their academic performance score, which will be calculated according to the following criteria:
| Criterion | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Registered ECTS credits | 33% |
| Registered ECTS credits for the Internship | 2% |
| Weighted GPA | 35% |
| English language proficiency level | 25% |
| Bachelor's Degree final grade | 5% |
Summary of Deadlines
| Call publication | Early December 2025 |
| Applications begin on | January 8, 2026 |
| Application deadline | January 21, 2026 |
| Selection results | End of February 2026 |
| Participation confirmation | Within one business day |
Please note that these dates may change. Any modifications will be promptly communicated to you.
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While every effort will be made to provide students with complete, accurate, and timely information, Luiss reserves the right to change, amend, modify, or revoke the aforementioned program.
Luiss is not responsible for any cancellation or modification resulting from events beyond its control. If the program is canceled or modified for these reasons, Luiss will inform all interested students in a timely manner.
International Degree Programs
Sergio Rios Perez and
Francesca Annunziata
Agnese Antioco
and Laura Bernaola Picca
Meri Kazazi and
Anna Meneghin
Elena Salemi,
Nicla Scaglione,
and Camilla Viganotti
Viale Romania 32,
00197 Rome
Tel: +39 06 85225592
international@luiss.it
Opening hours
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday:
10 a.m. to noon
; Tuesday and Thursday:
3 pm–4 pm