GBSB Global Strengthens Institutional Presence at Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026 and Welcomes FC Barcelona Talent as Future Student
GBSB Global Business School proudly participated in Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026, one of Spain’s leading higher education events. This event reinforced GBSB Global’s role as a dynamic contributor to the academic and innovation ecosystem.
The school’s presence at the fair was marked by a series of high-level institutional visits, highlighting GBSB Global’s growing recognition within the educational landscape. Representatives from key public institutions engaged directly with the school, fostering dialogue around the future of higher education, innovation, and talent development.
One of the event’s most notable moments was the visit of Hamza Abdelkarim, a rising talent from FC Barcelona who will soon join GBSB Global as a student. Abdelkarim represents a new generation of individuals with a global mindset who successfully combine elite athletic performance with academic ambition.
As reported during the event, the young forward, who is already making an impact on the pitch, has chosen to pursue a bachelor’s degree in business administration and digital innovation at GBSB Global beginning in October. His decision reflects the growing commitment of top-tier sports institutions to fostering dual career pathways that integrate professional sports with higher education.
During his visit, Abdelkarim was accompanied by Barça’s renowned youth system’s academic leadership, who emphasized the importance of balancing high-performance sports with rigorous academic training. This approach closely aligns with GBSB Global’s philosophy of empowering individuals to excel across disciplines and prepare for long-term, sustainable careers.
From GBSB Global’s perspective, welcoming students like Abdelkarim reinforces the school’s international and forward-looking identity. As academic representatives highlighted during the event, students like Abdelkarim embody the values of discipline, resilience, and a global perspective that define the institution’s community.
Participation in Saló de l’Ensenyament 2026 offered GBSB Global a strategic platform to showcase its academic portfolio, connect with prospective students, and strengthen institutional partnerships beyond individual milestones. The school’s involvement demonstrates its commitment to cultivating future-ready talent through innovation-driven education. In an increasingly interconnected world, moments like these highlight the importance of collaboration between education, industry, and society. GBSB Global’s mission is clear: to develop leaders who can navigate complexity, embrace opportunity, and drive meaningful impact across borders.