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Executive Master in Transformation in Human Resources Management

An executive master's degree for HR managers and leaders who want to (re)define the future of people management.

ISEG's 1st Executive Master's Degree starts in January 2026, entirely dedicated to experienced HR professionals who want to transform the way they lead and manage people in their organizations. This is an official master's degree, conferring master's degreeunder Law no. 65/2018.

The Executive Master's program is taught in Portuguese, although it may include some classes in English and/or provide support materials in that language.

This master's degree is aimed at directors, managers and coordinators and specialists in HR and Talent Management with more than 5 years' experience and leaders who face management challenges in a context of constant change - technological, organizational and geopolitical.

Artificial intelligence, the digital transition and new working models require new skills in people management. This master's degree prepares leaders to:

  • Increase your influence and visibility
  • Develop personal skills critical to success in a volatile context
  • Anticipating change and building future scenarios, knowing the regulatory framework
  • Transforming the organization with business-impacting approaches
  • Leading Talent Management in a strategic and transformative way
  • Use data, analytical tools and AI for management decisions
  • Promoting a healthy and adaptive organizational culture
  • Using the impact of neuroscience in management
  • Get to know the practices of other organizations from a benchmarking perspective

The "At the Table with the Future of HR" breakfast series is an initiative promoted within the scope of the Executive Master's Degree, in partnership with SHL Portugal. Bringing together professionals and academics, these sessions provide moments of sharing, reflection and networking on the main challenges of people management.

Duration
12 months (January to December)
Format
Face-to-face
Time
Friday from 14h-20h / Evaluations on Saturday
Language
Portuguese / English
Home
January 23, 2026 (to be confirmed)
Degree Lecturer
Master
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Reasons to choose the Executive Master's Degree in Human Resources Management Transformation

Practical, transformative, applicable

The final project is developed in the company where he works, with a direct impact.

Change-oriented

It trains leaders who anticipate and drive organizational transformation.

Collaborative learning

Real cases, role-play, sharing experiences and innovation in the classroom.

Strategic partner of reference

SHL Portugal: Talent management strategy and technology consultancy with 46 years of experience in Portugal

Faculty

ISEG professors and leading professionals.

Valuing the Curriculum

The executive master's degree confers a master's degree, academically upskilling your CV

Strengthening the professional network

Consolidate your network with colleagues who learn from you and from whom you learn

Why ISEG?

It is the ideal place for those who want to make history and always be in the front group. For more than a century, ISEG has formed generations of successful leaders and professionals.
Top 10 Reasons

Broaden your horizons.

We are one of the most popular destinations in Portugal for exchange programs and our mobility programs offer students the possibility to study anywhere in the world for a semester.
International Mobility Office

The next step.

Your partner in achieving your career goals. Our consultants guarantee you all the necessary support, in the form of sharing job opportunities and helping you prepare for your job search or find an internship.
Career Office

Syllabus

Key components of the program

  • People Analytics & KPI
  • Neuroscience and Behavioral Management
  • Culture and Organizational Change
  • Strategic Talent Management
  • Transformative leadership in HR
  • Project methods applied to your company

The Executive Master's program is taught in Portuguese, although it may include some classes in English and/or provide support materials in that language.

Semester 1CreditsLecturer
HR functions and personal development3Jorge Gomes
Personal Influence and Visibility for HR Professionals3Paulo Lopes Henriques
Neuroscience and Behavioral Management3Susana Almeida Lopes
People Analytics, KPI and Decision Making3Joana Macedo
Strategic Talent Management3Pilar Mosquera
Strategic Management and Culture Change3Sumita Data
The Transforming HR Manager3Helena Jeronimo
Optional (choose one)
- Legislation and Regulations
- Managing HR dysfunctions

3

Américo Oliveira
Fernanda Tigre
Design Methods3Tiago Gonçalves
Paulo Lopes Henriques
Jorge Gomes
Semester 2CreditsLecturer
Design Methods3Tiago Gonçalves
Paulo Lopes Henriques
Jorge Gomes
Final Master's Project30
Duration
12 months (January to December)
Format
Face-to-face
Time
Friday from 14h-20h / Evaluations on Saturday
Language
Portuguese / English
Home
January 23, 2026 (to be confirmed)
Degree Lecturer
Master
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Admissions and Fees

Applications for all master's degrees at ISEG are made online.

Applications will open in September. More information on the application process soon.


Access conditions

It is especially aimed at directors, managers, coordinators and specialists in the area of Human Resources and Talent Management, with more than 5 years of professional experience. It is necessary to have a project to be applied in the Final Master's Project.

Selection Criteria

The final selection of candidates to be admitted is the result of a combination of various factors, weighted differently:
- final average of the 1st cycle (30%);
- interview (30%);
- professional experience, motivation and employer support (if applicable) (40%).


tuition fees

The total price for the Executive Master's Degree in Human Resources Management Transformation is € 7,500.

Duration
12 months (January to December)
Format
Face-to-face
Time
Friday from 14h-20h / Evaluations on Saturday
Language
Portuguese / English
Home
January 23, 2026 (to be confirmed)
Degree Lecturer
Master
Need some help?
Please send us an email to
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