The meeting held on April 25 brought together the institutional leadership, represented by Rector & CEO, Dr. Steve O. Michael, the majority of the faculty’s academic staff, and approximately 50 students, in a setting defined by open dialogue, energy, and academic engagement. The event represented a significant milestone in strengthening the faculty’s strategic directions, with a particular focus on shaping a shared vision for its future development. The discussions underscored the ambition to position the School of Global Business and Leadership as a forward-looking educational benchmark, grounded in an international context and built upon the rigorous integration of theoretical knowledge with authentic practical experience.

Within this framework, emphasis was placed on the importance of developing a modern academic community based on a genuine partnership between faculty and students, where leadership and strong connections with the business environment play a central role. The active involvement of students, reflected in their innovative ideas and openness toward institutional development, confirmed the relevance and sustainability of the proposed direction. Their enthusiasm and contributions outline the foundations of a robust evolution, reinforcing confidence in the faculty’s capacity to build an educational model aligned with contemporary demands.

Claudia Stefania Marghiru

The Faculty of International Governance and Law announces that the Dean of the Faculty, Associate Professor Dr. Cristina Elena Popa Tache, had the honor of serving as moderator of the 1st International Workshop of Doctoral Students in Law – “Contemporary Challenges in Comparative Law”, an international scientific event organized by the European Law and Governance School, in collaboration with Charles University in Prague and the Doctoral School of Law within the Bucharest University of Economic Studies.

The workshop brought together young researchers, academics, and specialists from diverse academic backgrounds, fostering dialogue on contemporary issues in comparative law and reaffirming the importance of international academic cooperation and support for the new generation of legal scholars. For further details, please access: https://doctorat.ase.ro/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Section-II.-Comparative-Private-Law.pdf

The Faculty extends its gratitude to the organizers for the invitation, to the distinguished keynote speakers for their valuable contributions, and to all participants for the quality of their presentations and their demonstrated scientific rigor.

At the same time, FDGI conveys its sincere congratulations to doctoral candidates and early-career researchers, wishing them perseverance, intellectual strength, scientific rigor, and a distinguished professional trajectory.

The School of International Governance and Law successfully hosted the webinar entitled “Legal Aspects of Climate Change,” an event organized and moderated by the Dean of the Faculty, Associate Professor Dr. Cristina Elena Popa Tache.

The online meeting brought together approximately 40 participants, reflecting the growing interest among the academic community, legal practitioners, and the wider public in one of the most significant legal and institutional challenges of the 21st century: climate change and its impact on the contemporary legal order.

The keynote speaker was Dr. Chamu Kuppuswamy, Senior Lecturer at the University of Hertfordshire and a recognized expert in international law, global governance, and environmental law. Her presentation highlighted current developments concerning state obligations, climate litigation, governance mechanisms, and emerging directions in legal liability related to climate change.

Through this event, the Faculty reaffirmed the importance of interdisciplinary dialogue, international cooperation, and critical legal reflection on ongoing global transformations.

The Faculty extends its gratitude to all those interested in this highly topical issue, and especially to the participants for their presence and active engagement.

Danubius International University is strengthening its educational portfolio through the launch of new master’s degree programmes, starting with the 2026–2027 academic year. These programmes are designed to respond to current labour market demands and to prepare specialists capable of operating within an increasingly dynamic and interdisciplinary environment.

Diversification of the Academic Offer

Within the Faculty of Law and International Governance, two master’s programmes will be available, both taught in English:

• Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies Law – an innovative programme addressing the legal implications of emerging technologies, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence regulation and data protection.
• Global Security and Governance Management – focused on the analysis of international security phenomena and the development of competencies in global governance.

Within the Faculty of Global Business and Leadership, the academic offer is expanded through the introduction of the programme:

• Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Business, taught in English, designed to train leaders capable of initiating and managing innovative enterprises in a competitive global context.

At the same time, the Faculty of Life Sciences and Human Development introduces the master’s programme:

• Psychodiagnostics and Systemic Psychotherapies, aimed at developing professional competencies in psychological assessment and modern therapeutic interventions. Applications for this programme will open in July.

Admission Process

Prospective candidates may apply online via the dedicated platform:
https://admitereonline.univ-danubius.ro/

The admission methodology is available at:
https://admitere.univ-danubius.ro/images/danubius/atasamente/Metodologie-admitere.pdf

For further information, applicants may contact the admissions department at:
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We invite you to explore the new master’s programmes offered by Danubius International University, dedicated to strengthening academic training and supporting professional development.

Claudia Stefania Marghiru