Today's meeting will bring together institutional, academic, and business leaders to reflect on the strategic role of education and management in wealth creation and sustainable development in the region. Confirmed attendees include Ricardo Costa (chairman of the Bernardo da Costa Group), José Teixeira (chairman of the Board of Directors of the DST Group), Pedro Barros Oliveira (CEO of the BMcar Group), Vítor Pereira (chairman of the Board of Directors of Hotéis do Bom Jesus), and José Queirós de Almeida (CEO of Greenvolt Comunidades).
The vice-chancellor of UCP, Paulo Dias, states that “the launch of the Bachelor's Degree in Applied Management in Braga represents a strategic step in reinforcing the mission of the Portuguese Catholic University to train leaders with strong links to society and the business world.”
“Braga is now a hub of innovation and growth, and we want to actively contribute to the development of this ecosystem by training professionals capable of generating impact and creating value,” argues Paulo Dias.
In turn, Bruno Nobre, director of the Faculty of Philosophy and Social Sciences (FFCS), points out that “this new degree reflects the Faculty's commitment to excellence in education, aligned with the real needs of organizations and the region, preparing students with solid skills and a practical vision of management, capable of contributing significantly to economic and social development.”
Dedicated to the theme “Braga: a vibrant ecosystem for wealth creation,” the first panel will feature representatives from the main institutions that drive the region's economic development, namely the Braga City Council, InvestBraga, the Braga Business Association, and AEMinho. This moment will allow us to analyze the factors that position Braga as one of the most dynamic hubs of innovation, entrepreneurship, and value creation in Portugal.
