
Mission
and Vision
Mission
As a leading centre for international studies in Europe, the Institut Barcelona d’Estudis Internacionals (IBEI) advances effective and democratic governance that is responsive to today’s complex global challenges through training the next generation of professionals in international affairs, as well as conducting advanced research in contemporary security, development, environmental, socio-economic, and political issues.
PLAN ESTRATÉGICO 2026-2031

Vision
To provide intellectual leadership in international relations, security and development through academic excellence, critical inquiry and synergising rigorous, policy-relevant research with post graduate education.
To serve as an international hub linking different regions of the world as partners facilitating resilient, inclusive, sustainable and socially just policies. Based in Barcelona, Catalonia, and the Mediterranean, IBEI promotes conversations about future governance in line with the shared values of its patron universities and institutions.


