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FINANCIAL ENGINEERING

Innovating solutions, maximizing returns.

Private University #1 of Bolivia

#7 Best
Business School
in Latin America

#1 Employer Reputation in Bolivia

#1 Student
to Faculty
Ratio

WHY PURSUE FINANCIAL ENGINEERING?

Pursuing Financial Engineering at UPB is a highly favorable decision for those aspiring to build a successful career in the financial sector. Our educational offering stands out for preparing future Financial Engineers with a unique focus on capital management with the primary goal of maximizing value.

UPB Financial Engineering students benefit from world-class specialized training that covers in-depth knowledge of the functioning of financial institutions, stock markets, corporate finance, and financial management in general, as well as mastery of essential tools for effective decision-making in their professional development. These tools include the valuation of financial assets, capital structuring, corporate risk management, investment portfolio management, stock investment, econometrics, among others.

Additionally, the profile of UPB Financial Engineers is enriched with skills and competencies that enable them to practice their profession internationally, thanks to renowned internationalization programs such as the dual degree we offer as a Recognized Teaching Center of the London School of Economics. With a focus on quantitative finance, our graduates are prepared to work in a wide range of sectors, including risk and investment areas in both public and private entities, as well as in activities related to corporate finance, such as financial planning, financial management, project evaluation, company valuation, and the development of financial products. This makes Financial Engineering at UPB an unbeatable choice for those seeking a solid and versatile career in the financial world.


  • Programa Degree Program Undergraduate
  • Programa Location Santa Cruz
    La Paz
    Cochabamba
  • Programa Duration 8 SEMESTRES
  • Programa Program Credits 225

MISSION AND VISION

Mission
To train highly qualified and well-rounded professionals in Financial Engineering, capable of analyzing, managing, and solving complex financial and economic problems both locally and globally. We are committed to providing high-quality education based on theory and practice, fostering critical thinking, innovation, and professional ethics, preparing our students to lead and adapt to a constantly changing world.

Vision
To be nationally and internationally recognized as a leading program in financial education excellence, whose professionals are distinguished by their strong academic background, advanced technical skills, ability to innovate and lead in their respective fields, and commitment to the principles of professional ethics and social responsibility.


GENERAL OBJECTIVE OF THE PROGRAM

The general objective of the Financial Engineering program at the UPB is to train highly skilled professionals in the financial field, with a focus on capital management to maximize value through the application of cutting-edge technology. Students gain deep knowledge of financial institutions, stock markets, corporate finance, and financial management. Additionally, they are trained in the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning tools for optimal decision-making. The program aims to prepare graduates to successfully work in various sectors, both in financial institutions and in real-sector companies and government entities, performing roles ranging from risk management to company valuation and the development of financial products at a national and international level.

LEARNING OUTCOMES / PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

At the end of the course the graduate will be able to:

  • Make decisions that maximize the value of companies and institutions for all their stakeholders.
  • Analyze, diagnose, and solve problems by proposing solutions based on quantitative tools.
  • Make decisions in an honest, ethical, and responsible manner in any situation.
  • Deeply understand the structure of the international financial system, its functioning, and the impact of events on expected financial results.
  • Contribute entrepreneurial ideas and develop innovative capabilities in the field of financial services and products.
  • Contribute skills to achieve financially efficient, sustainable, and competitive companies.
  • Continue lifelong learning and share knowledge.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

  • To train highly competent professionals in financial management, equipping them with deep and specialized knowledge in key areas such as financial institutions, stock markets, corporate finance, and financial management.
  • To develop students' ability to apply advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning tools in financial decision-making, allowing them to optimize strategies and effectively analyze data.
  • To foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the financial field, providing students with the ability to analyze and address complex financial challenges in both national and international contexts.
  • To prepare graduates for a global career in finance through internationalization programs and the acquisition of intercultural skills, enabling them to thrive in a globalized environment.
  • To train students to perform in a variety of financial roles, including risk management, company valuation, investment portfolio management, financial product development, and financial consulting, in sectors ranging from financial institutions to real-sector companies and government entities.

Curriculum and Specializations

FIRST SEMESTER
  • Fundamentals of Economics I
  • Fundamentals of Economics II
  • Financial Accounting I
  • Written Communication Techniques
  • Computing I
  • Mathematics I
  • Statistical Theory I
  • English Beginners
SECOND SEMESTER
  • Economic Theory I
  • Cost Accounting I
  • Financial Accounting II
  • Mathematics II
  • Statistical Theory II
  • Statistics Workshop
  • English Intermediate
THIRD SEMESTER
  • Economic Theory II
  • Financial Mathematics I
  • Mathematics III
  • Statistical Theory III
  • Business Administration I
  • Cost Accounting II
  • English High Intermediate
FOURTH SEMESTER
  • Econometrics I
  • Econometrics II
  • Research Methods and Techniques
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Financial Mathematics II
  • ABC Costing Systems
  • Managerial Accounting
  • English Advanced
FIFTH SEMESTER
  • Introduction to Business Law
  • Environmental Analysis
  • Finance I
  • Financial Institutions
  • Budgeting
  • Taxation
  • Financial Modeling
  • Professional Practice I
  • Elective I
  • Elective II
SIXTH SEMESTER
  • Project Preparation and Evaluation I
  • Financial Law
  • Leadership and Ethics
  • Credit Administration
  • Finance II
  • Corporate Finance Workshop
  • Securities Market
  • Professional Practice II
  • Human Talent Management
  • Elective III
SEVENTH SEMESTER
  • Project Preparation and Evaluation II
  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Risk Management
  • Treasury Management
  • Financial Engineering I
  • Economic Valuation of Companies
  • Elective IV
  • Elective V
EIGHTH SEMESTER
  • Finance III
  • International Finance
  • Securities Market Workshop
  • Financial Engineering II
  • Financial Simulation
  • Elective VI
  • Graduate Seminar
GRADUATION MODALITIES
  • Graduation Project
  • Thesis
  • Directed Work
  • Graduation by Excellence
DIFFERENTIATORS
  • Financial Engineers are professionals skilled in capital management, focusing on value maximization. The Financial Engineer at UPB is an expert with deep and specialized knowledge of Financial Institutions, Stock Markets, Corporate Finance, and Financial Management in general.
  • Additionally, the profile of the Financial Engineer includes the development of skills and competencies that enable them to practice their profession internationally, taking advantage of the various internationalization programs offered by our University, such as the dual degree with the University of London.
  • Practical experience is closely related to theory through the use of various platforms available in the Finance Laboratories. These include Ppro 8 for Day Trading, Refinitiv for news and fundamental analysis, long-term portfolio management, and the use of derivatives.
  • Extracurricular activities that build competencies, such as the trading club, train students in stock market operations across more than 65 international financial markets.
  • The areas of specialization cover a wide spectrum while ensuring that our professionals are highly specialized in Risk Management, Securities Market Management, Cost Management, Banking and Finance Management, Marketing and Strategy Management, and Business Management.
  • The content is constantly updated, as reflected in the syllabi, in accordance with international needs and advancements.
  • Students participate in international competitions, especially in the stock market field.

CURRICULUM

Discover in detail the contents, subjects and competencies that you will develop throughout your education. Download our updated curriculum to discover how our academic programs are designed to provide you with an excellent education and pave your way to professional success.

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DOUBLE DEGREE WITH UOL

The programs offered by UPB within the parallel degree scheme, Economics, Financial Engineering, Business Administration and Commercial Engineering have a duration of 4 years at UPB. At UoL (and the UK education system) the Bachelor of Science (BSc) programs have a duration of 3 years.
UoL BSc programs at UPB are composed of 12 courses that must be passed to obtain the degree (4 courses per year). Each course includes the material for the whole year and in May/June of each year the exams for each course are taken. LSE academics develop the exams, which are taken in Bolivia, and are graded in London.
UPB prepares students for these exams as part of the Economics, Financial Engineering, Business Administration and Commercial Engineering curricula; therefore they can obtain both degrees at the end of their stay at UPB.

PARTNER UNIVERSITIES

More than 30 partner universities and growing! 
At UPB, we continually expand our partnerships with the most prestigious academic institutions worldwide, providing you with international opportunities that will propel your career to the next level. Among them, we highlight our partnerships with institutions in Germany, Canada, Korea, the United States, France, Mexico, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and many more!

Lab


Laboratorio de Comunicación Transmedia
Laboratorio de Comunicación Transmedia
Laboratorio de Comunicación Transmedia

Communication Lab

This lab serves as a space for production, experimentation, and research in visual studies, transmedia, and audiovisual production.

It provides support for courses with professional equipment and specialized software to create multimedia products and transmedia narratives.

Additionally, it organizes micro-workshops and courses that enhance the skills outlined in the curriculum and acts as a platform for student projects.


Finance Lab

Equipped with advanced technology, this lab allows students to access real-time financial information through platforms like Refinitiv - LSEG, the largest financial database in the world, and RealTrading, where they can execute short-term stock market transactions.

It also features open-source software focused on financial programming.

Additionally, the Financial Engineering program has a partnership with the IMF, the Financial Modeling Institute.


Laboratorio de Finanzas
Laboratorio de Finanzas
Laboratorio de Neuromarketing
Laboratorio de Neuromarketing
Laboratorio de Neuromarketing

Neuromarketing Lab

The Neuromarketing Lab offers advanced tools applicable to various fields, including marketing, economics, psychology, human resources, and more.

It includes Eye Tracking technology to enhance the visual impact of advertisements, Facial Analysis Software to interpret genuine emotions, and a Voice Module to select the most effective communicative voices.

Additionally, it features an EEG to measure brain activity for creating engaging experiences, as well as the Shimmer GSR, which detects emotional responses.


Business Simulation Lab

This lab is designed to simulate real business conditions, allowing students to apply their theoretical knowledge in a practical and controlled environment for decision-making.

With 20 desktop computers and licenses for two simulators, it offers specialized platforms and software that enable the simulation of various functional areas of a business, including management, finance, marketing, operations, and human resources.


Laboratorio de Simulación de Negocios
Laboratorio de Simulación de Negocios
Laboratorio de Simulación de Negocios

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