Because of the current structural crisis affecting the global socio-economic system, a strong debate on the role of business in society has been taking place: in fact, innovative, more reliable business models and managerial approaches are badly needed in order to create value(s) for the different stakeholder groups. The new PhD Programme in “Business and Law” aims to develop qualified scholars and practitioners capable of understanding the crucial importance of values, institutions, and rules if we want to foster really responsible and sustainable firms.