Nova School of Business and Economics (Nova SBE)

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Nova School of Business and Economics near Lisbon has emerged as an important school for search fund entrepreneurship in Southern Europe. Nova SBE's MBA and Masters programs include coursework on entrepreneurship, private equity, and business strategy that provides a foundation for the ETA path. The school has hosted search fund events and benefits from Portugal's growing entrepreneurial ecosystem, anchored by initiatives such as Web Summit and a supportive startup community. Portugal's SME-heavy economy and the wave of baby boomer retirements create significant acquisition opportunities for searchers. Nova SBE's international student body and alumni in Portugal, Brazil, and other Portuguese-speaking markets provide cross-border deal sourcing advantages. The school's emphasis on innovation and impact-driven business attracts students interested in acquiring and modernizing traditional Portuguese businesses. Several Nova SBE alumni have explored search funds in the Iberian market.