How have these first few months at UIC Barcelona been for you?
It’s been a very intense few months. We've been working on the Faculty's Strategic Plan for the next three years, aligning it with the University’s overall strategic goals.
It’s been an opportunity for all the faculty and administration staff to step back, reflect on where we stand, and think about the objectives and projects that will shape the immediate future.

What are the goals for this 2024-2025 academic year?
This year, we’re focused on two key goals that go hand in hand: increasing the Faculty of Law’s visibility and boosting our research activity.
On the one hand, our intention is to position the Faculty of Law in the social environment, making it easier for our professors to be an active part of current legal debates, intervening and making our points of view known. With regard to the second objective, boosting the research activity of the teaching staff must be linked to the quality of the teaching given, so that teaching and research are two sides of the same coin.

What strategic areas is the Faculty focusing on right now?
We’ve identified four main strategic priorities: internationalisation, innovation, digitalisation, and research. 
On the one hand, we are promoting global or international content subjects in all degree programmes, as well as the international programmes offered by the Faculty of Law. And on the other hand, we’re encouraging the use of group dynamics, debates, and practical case discussions in our courses.
We are also stepping up the use of technology in teaching across all programmes, focusing strongly on digital content. 
And lastly, we’re committed to promoting high-quality research among our faculty, making sure we share our research findings with a wider audience.

UIC Barcelona differs from other business schools or law schools for its research: Any research project you want to highlight especially?
The Faculty of Law is home to the research group “Human Rights, Agenda 2030 and Sustainable Recovery in Catalonia,” recognised by the Generalitat de Catalunya, and coordinated by lecturer Maria Mut and of which most of the faculty lecturers are members.
This Research Group analyses a very interesting and topical issue related to sustainability and relevant legal aspects of human rights, taking into account the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations 2030 Agenda.

This year, the Carlemany Institute of European Studies has been reactivated, directed by the Faculty’s lecturer Montserrat Nebrera. How important is this Institute for the Faculty?
The Carlemany Institute is an interdisciplinary centre that explores the challenges and opportunities in the European context. Its goal is to contribute to the study and dissemination of the role of the European Union as a space of freedom and security.
We’re extremely proud to have this Institute within the Faculty of Law, and we’re working on a broad range of activities that will address the current challenges faced by EU member states from various perspectives.

UIC Barcelona offers comprehensive master’s and postgraduate programmes. How do you prepare students for the highly competitive job market?
The Faculty of Law has a very complete range of master's and postgraduate degrees.
The Master's Degree in Law and Legal Practice stands out as a high-quality programme with a professional focus, collaborating with top law firms.
We also offer a Master’s Degree in Tax Advisory and Planning, which provides a top-tier specialisation in corporate and personal tax advisory. 
Additionally, our Faculty offers specialised training in mergers and acquisitions, as well as in compliance and cybersecurity.

Compliance and cybersecurity are issues that are on the agenda. How does UIC Barcelona prepare law students in these areas?
Currently, a growing demand for compliance officers, and this is one of the most sought-after roles by companies.
In addition to theoretical and practical knowledge of compliance, this postgraduate programme also provides complementary training in cybersecurity and the use of technological tools. Our faculty comprises active professionals with extensive experience in the sector.

What would you say to a young person who is thinking of studying law at UIC Barcelona?
First, that in the Faculty of Law they will find a wide and varied training offer in the field of law, with a specialised and experienced teaching staff.
Second, they’ll receive personalised support and individual attention during their time at our University.
Third, our programmes are designed to help students integrate into the job market once they complete their studies, while also creating long-lasting connections between the student and the University, as the need for continued professional development lasts throughout their careers.

AI and new technologies are changing many aspects of our lives. Do you think the world of law is also changing?
The rise of new technologies, particularly AI, has brought about a radical change in our lives, and the legal system also reflects this new reality.
At the Faculty of Law, we are closely monitoring these changes, analysing them and study their impact. By applying the University’s values, we aim to humanise the transformation of society.