At Florida Global University we have embraced this challenge by turning it into a real educational opportunity. We have integrated AI into our virtual library to optimize research, always under the premise that students must interpret, reason, and add the human dimension to information. In addition, we have been updating our learning units through project-based learning, where students use these tools to propose solutions to real problems in professional environments.

We cannot turn our backs on digital transformation if we want to remain competitive; on the contrary, we must embrace it and make it the driving force behind a new model of global employability—one in which our graduates and students, both regular and through partnership programs, together with allies such as the Tourism and Society Think Tank, set the pace of innovation worldwide.

Florida Global University has consolidated a U.S.-backed international online education model. What key differentiating elements have enabled this model to position itself successfully in Latin America, Europe, and the rest of the world?

Our educational model has succeeded because we understand that the prestige of a U.S. degree is not merely symbolic—it is a real competitive advantage that opens global doors through its focus on innovation and academic freedom. Unlike more rigid or purely theoretical systems, at Florida Global University we prioritize critical thinking and real-world problem solving, enabling students not only to learn concepts but to apply them in highly demanding professional settings.

In addition, we have lowered financial barriers through scholarship and financing programs, making this high-level education accessible and cost-effective for talent across Latin America and Europe. By combining the flexibility of our virtual campus with the rigor of official Florida licensure, we offer a practical, multicultural learning experience that ensures strong career projection, empowering our graduates to demonstrate sustainable leadership anywhere in the world.

The Global Degree Program enables double degrees through credit recognition. What concrete impact have you observed on the professional prospects, international mobility, and employability competitiveness of students who participate in this program?

The Global Degree Program is a true driver of mobility because it gives professionals the best of two worlds: European academic depth and the practical innovation of the United States.

The most evident impact we see is in our students’ mindset. By collaborating with peers from places such as Colombia or Spain, they combine geopolitical and corporate perspectives that enrich their profile in a unique way. Thanks to project-based learning, this exchange does not remain theoretical—it becomes a real tool for leading in international markets. Ultimately, graduating with this dual degree gives them unmatched competitiveness, allowing them to move from a local market to a global trajectory with an authority that is respected on both continents and that opens professional doors anywhere in the world.

From your leadership perspective, how do you ensure that Florida Global University’s academic programs maintain high standards of quality, academic rigor, and international validity, especially in online and Spanish-language formats?

We guarantee academic excellence through a three-pillar structure that not only meets standards, but exceeds the expectations of the global market.

First, our License #3180 from the Florida Commission for Independent Education (CIE) is the foundation of everything. It is not a simple registration, but a legal commitment that subjects us to ongoing audits of our academic and administrative processes, as well as our faculty. This ensures that every professor is not only an expert, but is also officially authorized by the state to educate world-class leaders.

Second, we apply project-based learning as a necessary response to the gap between theory and practice. Our students do not memorize for an exam; they solve real problems from day one so that, upon graduation, their ability to respond is immediate.

Finally, offering high-level education in Spanish is a strategic pedagogical decision. Various studies show that learning is deeper and more effective when it happens in one’s native language. By removing the language barrier, we enable Latin American talent to absorb complex concepts more quickly and accurately, earning a U.S. degree with the same rigor as if it were delivered in English—but with a more human and direct competitive advantage.

You have promoted the creation of multiple international educational and academic initiatives. What key lessons have these projects left you in terms of innovation, institutional management, and global educational leadership?

I have learned that innovation goes far beyond technology; it is about creating spaces where knowledge has no borders. Projects such as the International Academic Research Center (IARC), which was born as our research center, have taught us that science and digital culture are essential engines of global change. On the other hand, the experience with the Center of Education and Leadership (CEL) has been key to understanding that educational management must foster entrepreneurship and practical outcomes in every student. These initiatives showed me that today’s leadership requires being visionary and breaking barriers so that talent can shine anywhere. In the end, my greatest lesson is that when we build solid yet flexible structures, we are shaping the global leaders who truly transform their environments.

Regarding certification and academic endorsement through the Center of Education and Leadership, why do you consider these processes have become a strategic value for continuing and executive education?

The certification and academic endorsement process that we lead together with CEL and FGU is a strategic value because it creates a circle of success where everyone wins. In this “win–win–win” framework, we as CEL–FGU consolidate our global vision, while our strategic partners gain sustainable authority and an international backing that immediately elevates the prestige of their academic offering. However, the greatest beneficiary is the certified student, who obtains an official credential that validates their competencies before the world and opens real professional doors. In addition, CEL offers international specializations (advanced academic programs) that are the most feasible solution to address the specific problems demanded by today’s global market. In this way, we transform continuing education into a tool for tangible progress, where institutional prestige and alumni success always go hand in hand.

How do you envision the future of higher education over the next ten years, especially regarding internationalization, academic flexibility, and the integration of new educational technologies?

I envision an education in which physical borders are a thing of the past and knowledge truly flows without limits. Over the next decade, internationalization will be the norm, allowing anyone to access global degrees with total flexibility that adapts to their pace of life—not the other way around. Technology, especially artificial intelligence, will be the engine that enables us to personalize teaching on an unprecedented scale, recognizing each student’s talent and prior experience immediately. I see a future where digital integration allows us to train leaders capable of acting successfully in any market, driven by a hybrid educational model that combines excellence with practical solutions. In short, education will be increasingly human, inclusive, and truly global.

Finally, what message would you share with professionals and students seeking an education with a global outlook and who wish to pursue international learning aligned with today’s labor market challenges?

My message is that today’s world no longer has borders, and your education should not have them either. Do not be afraid to pursue an international education; now more than ever, the job market rewards those who have a global vision and the ability to adapt to different cultures and technologies. At Florida Global University and within our Universum Educatio group, we work to make that path accessible to everyone, supported by the excellence of a U.S. degree.

The future belongs to those who dare to innovate and to look far beyond their local environment. Prepare yourselves to be leaders, not just professionals, because knowledge is the only key that truly opens every door in the world. Take advantage of every opportunity to connect with international experts, because when you grow with a global mindset, success no longer has limits.