Founded in 1917, PUCP is Peru's oldest private institution of higher learning, located in Lima. The university began with two schools - Letters and Laws - and has grown into a comprehensive research university combining academic excellence with Catholic principles, serving over 29,000 students across multiple disciplines.
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graduate students
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PUCP provides comprehensive career development through extensive industry partnerships and international academic agreements. The university offers study abroad opportunities, special programs, and maintains strong connections with employers. Their approach combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, supported by a robust international network.
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These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they’re here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
Innovation and Business Development Expert
Carolina Rosas combines academic excellence with extensive industry experience, holding an MBA from PAD School of Management at the University of Piura and an Industrial Engineering degree from the National University of Engineering. As Executive Director of WIIE Academy and Academic Coordinator at SGS Academy Peru, she leads product development and strategic improvement initiatives. Her role as a Professor at the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurial Development at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru allows her to share her expertise in innovation and business development. Her professional portfolio includes positions as an independent business consultant specializing in innovation, continuous improvement, and marketing strategy optimization. Her experience spans multiple sectors, including industrial, mass consumption, consulting, and education, where she has held strategic positions in major companies. Her work focuses on developing practical solutions for business challenges while fostering innovation and entrepreneurial skills in her students.
Distinguished Software Engineering Scholar and Educational Leader
Dr. José Antonio Pow Sang Portillo serves as a Principal Professor at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru (PUCP), where he has made significant contributions to both computer science education and software engineering research. His impressive academic credentials include dual PhDs in Computer Engineering and Engineering through a joint program between PUCP and the Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM), complemented by a Master's in Software Engineering from UPM and degrees in Computer Engineering and Education from PUCP. His leadership roles include serving as Director of the Institute of University Teaching (since 2023), Director of the Master's in Computer Science program (2011-2024), and Executive Director of the Graduate School (2013-2020). His expertise in academic accreditation is demonstrated through his work with ICACIT, ABET, and CEAB during his tenure as Computer Engineering specialty coordinator. As a two-term president of the IEEE Computer Society's Peruvian Section (2015-2018), he has significantly influenced the development of computer science education in Latin America, particularly through his representation in the Alfa Tuning Latin America project. His research focuses on empirical software engineering, software metrics, engineering education, and human-computer interaction, with over 1,000 citations to his published works.