Pau Rausell Köster, Professor of Applied Economics and Director of Econcult at the University of Valencia, participated in the Postgraduate Course in Cultural Management at the University of Santiago de Compostela

(USC). During his session, Rausell delved into the analysis of contemporary cultural and creative ecosystems, highlighting their diversity and their potential to drive creativity, innovation, and local development. The seminar equipped attendees with tools to interpret complex cultural environments and build strategic alliances among individuals, organizations, and sectors. From a scientific and analytical perspective, Rausell discussed the wide-ranging impacts of the cultural sector on communities and explored the challenges and opportunities for cultural management in a globalized world. Rausell’s participation in this program, alongside other notable professionals like Roberto Gómez de la Iglesia, underscores the commitment of USC and Econcult to training cultural managers ready to lead innovative and sustainable projects.