Master of Business and Technology Law
Master Programme
Faculty of Business and Law
* New programme to be launched in academic year 2026/2027, subject to final approval.
| Duration | Language | Campus |
| 2 Years (Evening) | English | Ilha Verde Campus |
The Master of Business and Technology Law (MBTL) at the University of Saint Joseph is a two-year, 60-credit programme designed to cultivate visionary leaders who are prepared to excel in international business. The programme has been developed to integrate global business expertise, ethical leadership, and practical application in order to equip participants with the tools to turn challenges into opportunities, encourage innovation, and make strategic decisions with confidence.
There are two specialisation options available: Banking and Finance Law, or Technology Law.
The programme coordinator is Ansoumane Douty DIAKITÉ.
During the two years of evening course work, Master of Business and Technology Law students hold full-time student status.
Career Opportunities
This Master of Business and Technology Law equips graduates with specialized skills to meet market needs in an area where professionals are in short supply.
Graduates have the opportunity to work in the private sector, public sector, and various institutions, including:
- Technology regulatory agencies
- Banks, insurance companies, and other financial institutions (Financial Intelligence Units)
- Fintech Companies
- Technology developer companies
- Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity Firms
- Courts
- Judiciary and police forces
Typical Applicants
Master the language of the future. Join a cohort where lawyers, technologists, and business leaders learn — not in isolation — but together.
Admissions Information >
Key Features
Beyond the classroom
We prepare our students for real-world experience through a series of events and skill-based activities in our lab.
Law & Tech Talks
This is a series of discussions featuring local and international professionals and academics that address contemporary issues at the intersection of law and technology.
Law & Technology Lab
To support the Master of Business and Technology Law, the Faculty of Business and Law – Department of Law and Public Policy created the Law & Technology Lab. It is a space where students, Professors, and partners can develop collaborative, creative, and innovative projects on relevant issues of law & technology, fintech law, data protection law, cybersecurity law, among others.
The Law & Technology Lab can be leveraged to support students in developing impactful capstone projects for the conclusion of their master’s studies.
Partner Institutions:
- Universidade Católica do Porto, Faculdade de Direito
- Sun Yat-Sen University (Guangzhou-China)
- Instituto de Derecho Público (Barcelona)
- Fundação Rui Cunha
Study plan & description of modules
For the programme’s government approval [in Chinese and Portuguese] click here.
Please click on any specific module below to see its description.


