Católica Porto Business School wrapped up another edition of the International Study Week last Friday — an intensive programme that brought students from different nationalities to Porto for a full week of learning focused on the Portuguese business landscape, particularly emphasising the wine sector.
Organised in partnership with three prestigious European business schools—Luiss Business School (Italy), Nottingham University Business School (United Kingdom), and Tilburg University (The Netherlands)—this initiative is now in its fourth edition and forms part of a wider network of international weeks hosted by each of the four institutions. Every partner organises a programme centred around a specific economic sector, combining workshops, masterclasses, group projects, company visits, and cultural activities.
Raquel Correia, Head of the Global Education Office at Católica Porto Business School, highlights that “the International Study Week is a unique opportunity for our Master’s students to experience an intense and transformative international journey. In just one week, they can deepen their international management knowledge, broaden their horizons, and engage with different cultural perspectives.”
Throughout the week, participants explored topics such as strategic thinking, internationalisation, and supply chain management, with contributions from corporate partner Sogrape, one of the largest wine producers in the Iberian Peninsula. The programme featured sessions led by Católica Porto Business School faculty members, such as Ricardo Morais, alongside representatives from Sogrape, including Joana Bahia and Dália Moreira—bringing together academic insight and business practice.
The learning experience extended beyond the classroom, with visits to Quinta do Seixo in the heart of the Douro Valley and to the historic Caves Ferreira in Vila Nova de Gaia, giving students a comprehensive view of the winemaking process. The week concluded with a blind wine tasting and a closing session with certificate presentations—celebrating a rich international experience that was both academically and culturally meaningful.
