How can a country develop its economy? What changes in policy are necessary? Can society eradicate poverty? What is the role of international institutions in the global economy? All these questions are discussed and answered, resorting to state-of-the-art models and techniques that students will apply to real-life policy issues.

Course leader
Elizabete Cardoso

Target group
- Bachelors and Masters students.- Recent degree graduates with a maximum 2 years professional experience.

Course aim
-Inspiring academic sessions featuring highgly-qualified professoresrn-Exclusive visit to leading companies -Module in Careers-Opportunities to build a network of talented peers and professionals from all over the worldrn-Deeper knowlegde of Portuguese culture

Credits info
Successful participants will receive a Certificate for the Summer School and a Transcript of Records that allows credits to be transfered to other higher education programs.

Fee info
EUR 2000: Without accommodationTuition fees Include: Academic courses Company visit Cultural and sports activities Social activities (including Welcome Dinner, Fado Dinner and Sunset Party)Tuition fees do not include: Flights (or other transportation) to and from Lisbon Accommodation Meals (except those specified under social activities)Cancellation PolicyCancellations made until May 31, 2015, will receive a 50% refund.After this date no refund will be given. EUR 2250: Accommodation in Student Residence Hall (single and double rooms available)Tuition fees Include: Academic courses Accommodation in Student Residence Hall Company visit Cultural and sports activities Social activities (including Welcome Dinner, Fado Dinner and Sunset Party)Tuition fees do not include: Flights (or other transportation) to and from Lisbon Meals (except those specified under social activities)Cancellation PolicyCancellations made until May 31, 2015, will receive a 50% refund.After this date no refund will be given.

Scholarships
Students from partner schools receive a reduced tuition rate. 1.980 with accommodation in Student Residence Hall / Single room1.950 with accommodation in Student Residence Hall / Double room1.750 without accommodation