Master in Virtual Education with Concentration in Digital Transformation
Discover the synergy between modern business management and the digital revolution with our Master's program. Our program prepares you to face the challenges of the digital world, leading change processes and designing innovative educational strategies.
- Online
- 18 months
- Spanish
Master in Virtual Education in Digital Transformation
This program will train you to lead in the digital era, designing innovative strategies. You will delve into business digitalization, acquiring essential skills for modern digital leadership.
You will learn about the importance of technologies in virtual education, website development, online learning strategies and how the digital environment redefines the construction of knowledge. Position yourself at the forefront of digital business.
Program Description
This program is designed to provide students with the foundation necessary to identify and understand the key elements caused by the implementation of a digital transformation plan for an educational institution. This includes institutional culture, faculty and staff, as well as existing administrative, academic and communication technologies. The focus is on how to plan and implement a comprehensive transformation of academic and administrative operations that affect the entire institutional student lifecycle.
The goal is for students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the digital transformation process and develop the skills necessary to leverage the advantages offered by digital technologies to design a complete and viable digital transformation of their institutions.
What makes this program unique and why study it?
Digital transformation has become a priority for many organizations and businesses across different sectors, increasing the demand for professionals skilled in virtual education and digital transformation.
- Professional Versatility: Specializing in digital transformation provides transferable and applicable skills in various fields such as education, corporate training, content development, educational technology, and more.
- Adaptation to the Digital Age: The pandemic has accelerated the use of digital technologies in education. Professionals trained in virtual education are better prepared to face the challenges and opportunities of this new era.
- Educational Innovation: The knowledge acquired in this specialization allows educators and education professionals to develop innovative strategies to enhance teaching and learning in virtual environments.
- Entrepreneurial Opportunities: Training in digital transformation opens doors to entrepreneurial opportunities in the online education sector, enabling the development of innovative projects and platforms.
- Global Collaboration: By studying online, students can interact with peers and experts from around the world, enriching the educational experience and fostering a global perspective.
- Continuous Updates: Since technology advances rapidly, this specialization keeps professionals up-to-date with the latest trends and tools in digital transformation.
- Professional Growth Potential: With the growing importance of digital transformation in all industries, specialists in this area have opportunities to advance in their careers and assume leadership roles.
- SUJIS Program: BIU created the Step Up Journey Into Success classes, to cultivate interpersonal skills (Forbes Magazine) highly valued by employers in the global landscape, students participate in comprehensive classes focused on developing and refining their soft skills. We provide guidance, strategies, and practical exercises to enhance our students' ability to showcase their personal attributes, gaining a deeper understanding of their own strengths and weaknesses in soft skills. This enables them to present themselves as highly qualified candidates during interviews and throughout their professional careers. Actively participating and recording your involvement in each generated space is the key to enjoying these advantages. The SUJIS program is voluntary and free for everyone in the BIU community.
Key objectives of the program
- Educational Platforms: Familiarize yourself with digital tools and their adaptability according to educational needs.
- Student-Centered Design: Prioritize the student through data and personalization.
- Digital Leadership: Lead teams and institutions in student-centered transformation.
- Digital Innovation: Stay updated on emerging tools and their educational applications.
- Virtual Teaching: Enhance student participation and online results.
- Digital Security: Understand security in educational platforms.
- AI in Education: Explore educational improvement through Artificial Intelligence.
- Digital Collaboration: Foster teamwork in online environments.
- Flexible Planning: Customize your education according to your goals.
- Hybrid Learning: Integrate the best of online and in-person education.
- Professional Network: Collaborate with experts in digital education.
Access and Career Opportunities
With a specialization in Digital Transformation, you can incorporate emerging technologies due to the expansion of the internet, implement current strategies like blended learning and Augmented Reality, utilize Artificial Intelligence and Big Data in training modules, lead digital transformation in education, and adapt to trends in the digital education market.
- Educators and Teachers: Those who wish to integrate technology and digital transformation into their pedagogical practices, promoting more innovative and effective teaching.
- Educational Administrators: Principals, coordinators, and managers of educational institutions seeking to lead the digital transformation process in their educational centers to improve management, communication, and services.
- Educational Technology Professionals: Individuals who want to deepen their knowledge of integrating digital solutions for teaching and learning.
- Educational Entrepreneurs: Those interested in developing projects or startups in the field of virtual education and digital transformation, capitalizing on opportunities in the online education market.
- Leaders in Educational Policy: Government officials and experts in educational policies who want to better understand the impact of digital transformation in education and how to develop appropriate regulatory frameworks.
- Human Resources and Corporate Training Professionals: Those involved in training and personnel development in organizations, seeking to enhance training through virtual learning platforms.
- Educational Content Developers: Individuals who create educational materials and content, interested in adapting their production to virtual education environments.
- Educational Platform Specialist: You can work as a consultant or administrator for educational platforms, helping educational institutions implement and optimize digital tools for their specific needs.
- Learning Experience Designer: As an expert in student-centered design, you can collaborate with educational institutions to personalize the student learning process, enhancing engagement and outcomes.
- Educational Digital Transformation Leader: Work as a leader in the digital transformation of educational institutions, guiding teams and making strategic decisions to focus education on the student and harness technology.
- Educational Technology Innovator: Research and apply new emerging technologies in the educational field, identifying opportunities to enhance teaching and learning.
- Virtual Teaching Specialist: Develop and deliver online courses, as well as strategies to increase student participation and performance in virtual environments.
- Educational Digital Security Expert: Ensure data security and privacy in educational platforms, working to protect sensitive information of students and educators.
- Educational Data Analyst with AI: Use artificial intelligence to analyze educational data and provide valuable insights to improve teaching and learning processes.
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Classes 100% online
BIU uses the most advanced version of Blackboard, a state-of-the-art interactive platform.
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Flexible and Dynamic Classes
Synchronous and asynchronous classes that foster real-time interaction, flexibility and dynamism.
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Program SUJIS
BIU developed the Step Up Journey Into Success approach, to cultivate globally valued soft skills.
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Interactive Learning:
We encourage participation and critical thinking. You will work on real-worlds projects.
Academic Program
Type of courses | SCH |
Mandatory | 33 |
Thesis | 3 |
Total | 36 |
ACADEMIC PERIOD | CODE | COURSE NAME | PREREQUISITES | SCH |
1 | VED611 | Development and Integration of Technologies in Distance and Virtual Education | 3 | |
VED612 | Fundamentals of E-Learning Learning Modality | 3 | ||
2 | VED621 | Virtual Education and E-Learning | VED611 | 3 |
VED622 | Virtual Education and Technology | VED612 | 3 | |
3 | VDT631 | Introduction to Digital Transformation (*) | 3 | |
VDT632 | Digital Technologies and Their Roles in Business (*) | 3 | ||
4 | VDT641 | Path to Digital Transformation (*) | VDT631, VDT632 | 3 |
5 | VED651 | The Ecosystem of Innovation and Knowledge | 3 | |
VED652 | Research Methodology | 3 | ||
6 | VED661 | Cloud Learning Environment and Comparative Study | VED611, VED622 | 3 |
VED662 | Thesis | VED652 | 3 | |
(*) Courses to be replaced by the set of elective courses related to the chosen concentration. | Total | 36 | ||
Profesorado:
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Jessica Molina Cruz
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Jose Luis Corica
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Maria Eugenia Rivera Machado
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Andrea Franjul
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Brenda Morales
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Eduardo Atencio
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Zulma Figueroa
Requirements and Official Documentation
- USA Bachelor degree or international equivalent (Certificación and validation is managed by BIU University).
- USA Bachelor degree grades certificate or international equivalent (certification and validation is managed by BIU University).
- Degree grades must be at least 3.0 over 4.0 (GPA) or international equivalent: according to certification company results.
- If GPA is under 3.0, the student can be admitted under ‘Conditional Admission protocol’ - to me managed by the admission representative.
- Degree grades must be at least 3.0 over 4.0 (GPA) or international equivalent: according to certification company results.
- USA Master’s degree or international equivalent (certification and validation is managed by BIU University).
- USA Master's degree grades certificate or international equivalent (certification and validation is managed by BIU University).
- USA Degree grades must be at least 3.0 over 4.0 (GPA) or international equivalent: according to certification company results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our program focuses on providing a strong theoretical foundation along with practical technological skills, enabling you to address the evolving challenges in distance education. Additionally, we place a strong emphasis on personalized learning and technological adaptability.
Upon completing this program, you can pursue roles ranging from virtual teaching to leadership in educational digital transformation, educational platform security, and the integration of emerging technologies in education.
Training in digital security focuses on understanding and implementing security measures in online educational environments to protect sensitive data and ensure privacy. This is essential in an ever-evolving digital world and in safeguarding the information of students and educators.
We promote collaboration and networking by providing you with the opportunity to collaborate with experts in digital education and participate in an active professional network. This allows you to establish valuable connections in the field and leverage collective knowledge.
We offer a concentration in digital security that will provide you with a solid understanding of how to ensure security in educational platforms, protect sensitive data, and maintain online privacy.
Our program offers you the opportunity to explore how artificial intelligence can enhance education. You will learn about the application of AI to personalize the learning experience and improve student outcomes.
We offer the option of flexible planning, which means you can tailor your education to your specific goals. You can choose to focus on areas such as digital leadership, digital innovation, virtual teaching, among others.