We consider applications from people holding the equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Management, or Mathematics Applied to Economics and Management obtained in either a Portuguese or an international higher-education institution. We also consider applications from people holding a Bachelor's degree in other areas with a strong quantitative background, such as Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics. According to point d) in Article 17 th in the Decree-Law No. 74/2006 dated 24 March, we also assess other applications considered adequate by the selection committee, based upon CV analysis. Accepted candidates are ranked according to their final classification in the 1 st cycle, to the curricular analysis, and to a possible interview.