About Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Founded in 1623, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana is one of Colombia's oldest and most prestigious private universities, directed by the Society of Jesus. Located primarily in Bogotá with a second campus in Cali, the university has evolved into a comprehensive institution offering multidisciplinary education. The university features 18 schools comprising 61 departments and 242 academic programs across its 445-acre Bogotá campus, while the Cali campus offers 18 schools in four faculties
28,409
Total enrollment
12.7
Student-to-faculty ratio
1%
International students
Accreditations and Rankings
28,409
Total enrollment
12.7
Student-to-faculty ratio
1%
International students
Accreditations and Rankings
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Highlights
Career Outcomes and Placement Information
The university provides comprehensive career development support through various services and resources. It offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, and alumni networking opportunities. The institution's strong connections with industry and its extensive alumni network create valuable opportunities for students transitioning from academic to professional life. The career services team organizes networking events and maintains relationships with potential employers, helping students navigate their career paths effectively. The university's high employability ranking (1181 globally) demonstrates its success in preparing students for professional success
1181
Employability Rank
1507
Research Rank
67.4
Overall Score
Faculties
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.
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Ivan Moya is a distinguished professional with over 30 years of experience in sales, marketing, and business leadership. As a Master in Marketing and Business Administrator from the prestigious Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the Latin American business landscape. His extensive career encompasses roles as a consultant, director, sales manager, and general director, where he has demonstrated exceptional leadership by successfully managing sales teams of over 200 people. His expertise and knowledge are regularly shared through his position as a visiting professor at various universities across Latin America, contributing to the development of future business leaders in the region.
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Gustavo Pinzon is a highly accomplished Systems and Computing Engineer from Universidad de los Andes, who has further enhanced his expertise with a specialization in Finance and completion of the INALDE Management Development Program. His professional credentials include a prestigious PMP® certification from Madrid, Spain, marking his excellence in project management. With over two decades of experience, he has established himself as an authority in Business Strategy, Project and Process Management, having served in executive positions including Vice President of Projects and Processes for various multinational corporations. Currently, he leads as the General Manager of Proyecto Ítaca, where he continues to apply his comprehensive understanding of technology, finance, and strategic management to drive organizational success.
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Angela Alicia Rivera Villabon is a distinguished economist and project management specialist who has carved a notable career path combining academic excellence with practical business expertise. Her educational background includes certification as an Ontological Coach and completion of the Advance Management Program from the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana. With more than 15 years of professional experience, she has demonstrated versatility across multiple domains including teaching, project management, process optimization, research, and business consulting. As the manager and co-founder of Best Experts, a digital transformation startup, she showcases her entrepreneurial spirit while serving as Knowledge Management Consulting Manager. Her expertise in agile project management is particularly evident in her role as an instructor at the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, where she contributes to developing the next generation of project management professionals.
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Juan Carlos Lemus Romero is an accomplished architect from the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana who has further specialized in Design and Product Management for Export with a digital emphasis. His professional journey spans more than 15 years of expertise in Architectural Design and Digital Design, during which he has collaborated with prominent companies in the Construction, Entertainment, and Design sectors. His commitment to education is demonstrated through his 15-year tenure as a professor of Industrial Design and Architecture at the Universidad Javeriana, where he continues to shape future generations of designers and architects by sharing his extensive practical experience and theoretical knowledge.
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Mauricio Gómez Castillo is a distinguished Industrial Designer with a specialization in Design Management and a Master's degree in Creativity and Innovation in Organizations from the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana. His academic influence extends across multiple prestigious institutions, serving as a professor at both the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana and Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano in Industrial Design and Business Administration programs, as well as teaching in the Product Design and Development Specialization at the Universidad Nacional de Colombia. His expertise in entrepreneurship, strategic design, and innovation has made him a valuable consultant for the Chamber of Commerce of Bogotá (CCB) and numerous SMEs, focusing on creating value through processes, products, and services. His professional portfolio includes advisory roles for major corporations such as P&G, Mapfre, and Bon Bonite, as well as organizations like UNDP, demonstrating his versatility in applying design thinking across various business sectors.
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Aura Maria Galvis is a multifaceted professional currently pursuing her Master of Business Administration (MBA), building upon her professional degrees in Business Administration with a Marketing emphasis and Social Communication with a focus in Journalism from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana. Her career has been marked by significant achievements in digital marketing, communications, and project development, particularly in creating and implementing digital strategies for technology companies, media organizations, and consulting firms. Her professional approach is characterized by creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit, consistently demonstrating a strong commitment to service excellence and results-driven performance in all her professional endeavors.
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Javier Rodriguez Camacho is a prominent academic figure serving as a Professor in the Department of Business Administration at the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogotá, holding a Ph.D. in Economics from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona along with postgraduate studies in innovation, economics, and education. His academic expertise spans across creative and cultural industries, entrepreneurship, and the information economy, with an impressive international teaching portfolio including positions at prestigious institutions in Spain, Germany, Bolivia, and the United States. As the academic organizer of the International Meeting of Creative and Cultural Industries - Cultmarts, he has established himself as a leading voice in cultural economics. His entrepreneurial spirit is evidenced by his role as a founding partner of a World Bank-funded cultural journalism company, while his influence extends to cultural criticism through his work as a critic-at-large for Tiny Mix Tapes and his contributions to various media outlets, including his experience as a podcast co-director and host.
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Juan Carlos Alonso Rico is a distinguished visual artist and educator with extensive academic credentials, including a degree in Visual Arts from Universidad de los Andes, a specialization in Visual Culture Studies from the University of Barcelona, and a Master's in Plastic and Visual Arts from the Universidad Nacional de Colombia. His expertise in photography is demonstrated through his concurrent teaching positions at three prestigious institutions: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana's Department of Visual Arts, Universidad de los Andes' Department of Art, and the Photography Specialization program at Universidad Nacional de Colombia. His professional portfolio includes significant contributions to the field as the co-editor of "Fotodramas" (Malevo Editores, 2019) and as the director and curator of the "VIDEOGRAMA International Video Art Festival" in Bogotá (2015). His areas of specialization encompass digital photography, Photoshop, basic and advanced photography techniques, experimental photography, and photographic editorial projects.
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Jorge Rojas Vanegas is a seasoned professional with a degree in Finance and Foreign Trade complemented by an MBA, bringing 16 years of executive experience across entrepreneurial ventures, consulting, and strategic advisory roles. Currently serving as COO of 1881 Entertainment, a Colombian digital animation studio, he manages a team of over 25 artists, delivering high-profile international client projects. His expertise spans strategic planning, administration, talent management, and both public and private sector finance. As a consultant, he works with prestigious organizations including the Superintendency of Health, Pan American Health Organization, and Pies Descalzos Foundation. His academic contributions include teaching strategic planning and effective communication at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana and other private sector institutions, while his leadership roles as CFO and COO have demonstrated his ability to drive business objectives through effective talent and technology management.
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Luz Nayibe Vargas Mesa is a distinguished academic professional serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition and Biochemistry at the Faculty of Sciences, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogotá. Her comprehensive educational background includes degrees as a Nutritionist Dietician, complemented by dual master's degrees in Biological Sciences and Health Administration from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana. Her expertise bridges the gap between nutritional science, biological research, and healthcare management, making her a valuable contributor to the academic community.
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Yuri Milena Castillo Quiroga is a dedicated nutrition professional who combines clinical expertise with advanced academic credentials, holding a degree as a Nutritionist Dietitian and a Master's in Food Science and Technology. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition and Biochemistry at the Faculty of Sciences of the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogotá, where she contributes to the development of future nutrition professionals while advancing research in food science and technology
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Miriam Lucia Looks Around is an accomplished academic with extensive credentials in nutrition and biological sciences, holding positions as an Associate Professor at the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana. Her educational journey includes qualifications as a Nutritionist-Dietitian, followed by a Master's degree in Biological Sciences with specialization in Nutritional Biochemistry, and culminating in a PhD in Biological Sciences. Her comprehensive academic background combines practical nutrition expertise with advanced research in biological sciences, establishing her as a leading authority in the field of nutritional biochemistry.
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Steffany Ashley Ruiz Diaz is an electronic engineer from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, specializing in control systems, energy, and digital systems. Her academic career was enriched through active participation in the Javex robotics research group, where she competed in both national and international robotics competitions. Her commitment to education is demonstrated through her role as a mathematics tutor, where she helped support students facing challenges in the subject, combining her technical expertise with educational outreach.
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Sergio Alberto Rojas Oviedo is an electronic engineer from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, with specialized expertise in energy and power systems. His professional focus centers on renewable energy technologies, with particular emphasis on photovoltaic solar energy systems. His educational background and technical specialization reflect his commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions in the field of electronic engineering.
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Castro is an electronic engineering student at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana who has demonstrated strong leadership and research capabilities throughout their academic career. As an IEEE student member since 2017, they advanced to become president of the Javeriana Student Branch in 2019 and currently leads the "Electron Devices Society" chapter. Their hands-on experience includes participation in robotics research groups and electronic design projects, while also serving as a tutor for digital systems and signals courses. Their commitment to academic excellence and professional development is evident through their active involvement in research, development projects, and leadership roles in professional engineering organizations.
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Linda Teresa Orcasita Pineda is a distinguished academic and researcher with a background in Psychology and a Master's degree in Family Studies from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana de Cali-Colombia. As a Professor at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, she directs the Research Group on Well-being, Work, Culture and Society, focusing on families, gender, and sexuality. Her extensive expertise spans over a decade in sexual and reproductive health, gender studies, HIV, family dynamics, and psychosocial intervention. Her significant contributions include collaborations with major international organizations such as UNFPA, WHO, PAHO, UNESCO, and UNDP, particularly focusing on programs for adolescents, young people, families, and health professionals. Her leadership as a consultant and researcher has shaped important initiatives in public health and family studies across Colombia and beyond
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Paula Andrea Hoyos Hernandez is a prominent academic and researcher at the Pontifical Javeriana University of Cali, where she holds multiple significant positions including Professor in the Department of Social Sciences, Director of the Health and Quality of Life Research Group, and Coordinator of the Master's Degree in Health Psychology. With a background in Psychology and a Master's in Family Studies, she has established herself as a leading expert in health psychology, sexual and reproductive health, gender studies, and HIV/AIDS research. Her career spans over 11 years of consulting and research experience, collaborating with major international organizations including the Ministry of Social Protection, United Nations Population Fund, WHO, PAHO, and UNDP. Her work encompasses both academic research and practical implementation of health and social programs, demonstrating her commitment to improving healthcare access and quality for marginalized communities
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Laura Ospina Pinillos is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher who combines clinical expertise with cutting-edge digital health innovation. A graduate of Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in medicine and psychiatry, she enhanced her expertise through specialized training in family therapy at the Milan Center for Systemic Therapy (Italy) and child, adolescent, and family psychiatry at the New South Wales Institute of Psychiatry (Australia). Her doctoral research at the University of Sydney focused on mental health and technology, leading to significant contributions in digital mental health interventions
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Martha Isabel Jordan Quintero is a highly accomplished psychiatrist and psychoanalyst with extensive expertise in child and adolescent mental health. A graduate of Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in medicine and psychiatry, she further specialized in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at René Descartes University in Paris. Her distinguished credentials include full membership with didactic capacity in the Colombian Society of Psychoanalysis (SOCOLPSI) and recognition as a Child and Adolescent Psychoanalyst by the International Psychoanalytic Association (IPA). She serves as an Assistant Professor and coordinates the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Subspecialty at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana's Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health. At the Roosevelt Pediatric Orthopedics Institute, she leads the Observation Sessions program for children with psychosis and severe developmental disorders. Her research and clinical work focus on psychic development, childhood autism, psychosis, and borderline pathologies, contributing significantly to the field through her participation in the Philosophy and Psychiatry Group of the Colombian Psychiatric Association and the Childhood and Adolescence Commission of FEPAL.