Universidad del Desarrollo Empresarial y Pedagógico

What Universidad del Desarrollo Empresarial y Pedagógico does

UNIVDEP (Universidad del Desarrollo Empresarial y Pedagógico), legally operating as Educación y Formación Profesional, S.C., is a private Mexican higher education institution headquartered in Colonia Del Valle, Mexico City. Founded in 1978 as Normal 15 de Mayo, the institution evolved through CUDEP (1995) and adopted its current name under SEP authorization in 2005. UNIVDEP delivers a comprehensive educational continuum spanning Media Superior (Preparatoria UNAM incorporated to UNAM, plus two Bachilleratos Tecnológicos), undergraduate degrees in business and humanities, specialties, master's programs, and online doctorates — covering more than 50 programs across presencial, sabatina (Saturday), and 100% online modalities.

The institution operates a Moodle-based online campus (univdep.online, operational since 2022) supported by SIGE (Sistema de Gestión Escolar) for student/faculty/staff administration, a virtual library with interlibrary agreements, and an InnovaLab AI-certification program embedded in all undergraduate curricula via Togive-iLab. UNIVDEP holds FIMPES institutional accreditation, RVOE from the Secretaría de Educación Pública, and UNAM incorporation for its preparatory program, distinguishing it among Mexico's mid-market private universities.

Commercially, UNIVDEP runs a tuition-based subscription revenue model with per-term billing across program levels, supplemented by continuing education (idiomas with Cambridge certification, diplomados) and auxiliary fees. The go-to-market is sales-led via on-campus admissions, an aspirant contact center, and a fully online enrollment channel. UBS Business School operates as a distinct sub-brand with a Santander convenio (Open Academy, X/Explorer) targeting business professionals and graduate students, while 13,000+ alumni and a 48-year operating history anchor brand equity.

Name

Universidad del Desarrollo Empresarial y Pedagógico

Legal name

Educación y Formación Profesional, S.C.

Website

https://univdep.edu.mx

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

UNIVDEP is a private Mexican university in Mexico City, founded 1978, offering 50+ programs from high school through doctorate across presencial, sabatina, and online modalities, with AI certification embedded in all undergraduate degrees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Educational Services (611), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAHALAB

Online Divisions of Traditional Universities (Hybrid/Extension)

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Distance & Online Universities

SECONDARYEDAAAEAA

University/College Continuing Education (Extension) Programs

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Continuing Education (Noncredit) & Lifelong Learning Programs

SECONDARYEDAAAEAD

Professional & Applied Skills Noncredit Certificates (Non-licensure)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Continuing Education (Noncredit) & Lifelong Learning Programs

SECONDARYEDAAAEAL

Online/Hybrid Lifelong Learning Platforms & Open Enrollment Programs

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Continuing Education (Noncredit) & Lifelong Learning Programs

SECONDARYEDAAABAK

College & Career Transition Services (Bridge Programs, Dual Enrollment Pathways)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Adult Secondary Education (ASE) / High School Equivalency (GED/HiSET)

Keywords

• Private higher education
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Online university programs
• Graduate business school
• Continuing professional education

Headquarters

HQ city

Portales

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Academic Fees: UNIVDEP generates revenue primarily through tuition and fees charged across its programs spanning Media Superior (Preparatoria UNAM, Bachillerato Tecnológico), undergraduate degrees (Licenciaturas Presenciales, Sabatinas, Online), Specialties, Master's (Presencial and Online), and Doctorates (Online). Students pay per program/period with various financial aid and scholarship options (Calcula tu Beca). Revenue model is recurring on a per-term basis with new student acquisition each enrollment cycle.
2. Continuing Education and Professional Development: Formation continue programs including courses, workshops, and diplomados (e.g., Idiomas courses with Cambridge certification options, regularizacion courses, comprensión lectora). Offered both for enrolled students and the broader professional community, generating additional revenue beyond degree programs.
3. Auxiliary Educational Services: Revenue from administrative and auxiliary services including examination and certification fees, library fines, interlibrary loan services, medical/nursing services, student insurance, and school administrative processing fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

UNIVDEP is a private Mexican university offering a comprehensive educational portfolio spanning Media Superior (Preparatoria UNAM, two Bachillerato Tecnológico programs), undergraduate degrees in business and humanities, specialties, master's, and online doctorates across presencial, sabatina, and fully online modalities. All undergraduate programs embed a proprietary AI Certification (InnovaLab/Togive-iLab) as a value-added differentiator. The institution also operates UBS Business School as a distinct sub-brand and delivers continuing education, language courses, and student support services.

Product overview

UNIVDEP is a private Mexican university offering a comprehensive educational portfolio across media superior (high school), undergraduate, and graduate levels. The institution provides face-to-face, hybrid, and 100% online programs through its Moodle-based UNIVDEP Online platform. The core offerings include undergraduate degrees in business administration (Administration of Tourism Businesses, Business Administration, Accounting and Finance, International Business and Customs, Marketing), humanities (Law, Pedagogy, Psychology), technology (Computer Systems Engineering), creative fields (Graphic Design, Gastronomy), and Saturday programs. The university also operates UBS Business School as a distinct business education unit. All undergraduate programs include an AI certification program as a value-added benefit. Graduate offerings include master's programs in International Business Management (in-person) and multiple online master's and doctoral programs. The institution is accredited by FIMPES and incorporated to UNAM for its preparatory program, with over 48 years of experience and more than 13,000 alumni.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• UBS Business School: UBS | Business School es la evolución natural de UNIVDEP, una escuela de negocios que forma líderes con visión estratégica, innovación y propósito. Surgió con más de 47 años de trayectoria para responder a los desafíos del cambio tecnológico y la transformación del trabajo.

Products and services

• Preparatoria UNAM High school program incorporated to UNAM offering solid preparatory education with Model of United Nations (MUNIVDEP) experiences for leadership development. Aimed at secondary-education graduates seeking recognized credentials with university pathways.
• Bachillerato Tecnológico en Diseño Gráfico Technological high school program training students as Graphic Design Technicians with skills in creative visual expression and TIC applications.
• Bachillerato Tecnológico en Turismo Technological high school program preparing students as Tourism Technicians with practical field experience and comprehensive tourism knowledge.
• Licenciatura en Administración de Empresas Turísticas Undergraduate program combining tourism business administration with AI certification, covering heritage analysis, ecosystem development, and HR management. Available in presencial modality.
• Licenciatura en Administración de Negocios Business administration degree with AI certification, including diplomas in business accounting, strategic finance, and management. Available in presencial and sabatina modalities.
• Licenciatura en Contaduría y Finanzas Double-profile accounting and finance degree with AI certification, covering auditing, business economics, and HR management. Available in presencial, sabatina, and online modalities.
• Licenciatura en Diseño Gráfico y Creatividad Visual Graphic design and visual creativity program with AI certification, covering visual art analysis, editorial design, and merchandising. Available in presencial and online modalities.
• Licenciatura en Gastronomía y Alta Cocina Gastronomy and haute cuisine degree with AI certification, including international cuisine, Mexican cuisine, and restaurant management specializations. Available in presencial modality.
• Licenciatura en Ingeniería en Sistemas Computacionales Computer systems engineering program with AI certification, covering electronics, systems innovation, and programming. Available in presencial modality.
• Licenciatura en Mercadotecnia Marketing degree with AI certification, covering business administration, merchandising, and sales strategies. Available in presencial modality.
• Licenciatura en Negocios Internacionales y Aduanales International business and customs degree with AI certification, covering international commerce and customs legislation. Available in presencial modality.
• Licenciatura en Derecho Law degree with AI certification, covering tax law, criminal law, and oral trials specializations. Available in presencial modality.
• Licenciatura en Pedagogía Pedagogy degree with AI certification, covering curriculum development, business pedagogy, and psychopedagogy specializations. Available in presencial, sabatina, and online modalities.
• Licenciatura en Psicología Psychology degree with AI certification, covering clinical psychology, educational psychology, and organizational psychology specializations. Available in presencial modality.
• Maestría en Gestión Negocios Internacionales Master's program in international business management, 4-semester thesis-based program focused on global competitiveness strategies. Available in presencial modality.
• UBS Business School Business school within UNIVDEP offering undergraduate and graduate business programs under the Imagine-Design-Lead framework, focused on practical, interdisciplinary education with purpose. Includes Santander convenio (Open Academy, X/Explorer).
• UNIVDEP Online (Campus en Línea) 100% online learning platform using Moodle LMS with collaborative environments, multimedia resources, and AI-based tools for personalized learning. Distributes fully online programs including Licenciaturas Online, Maestrías Online, and Doctorados Online.
• Programa de Idiomas Language program offering English, French, Italian, German, and business English courses with AI-powered learning tools and Cambridge Linguaskill, EnglishScore (British Council), and CEPT assessment integration. Aimed at students and the broader professional community.
• Formación Continua Continuing education programs including workshops, courses, and diplomados offered to enrolled students and the broader professional community for ongoing professional development.
• Especialidades (Ciencias Forenses, Desarrollo Profesional, Docencia) Three specialty programs covering Forensic Sciences, Professional Development, and Teaching. Targeted at working professionals seeking specialization beyond undergraduate degrees.
• Maestrías Online Five online master's programs: Administración de Negocios, Ciencia de Datos, Dificultades del Aprendizaje, Educación, and Planeación Financiera y Fiscal. Targeted at working professionals seeking advanced credentials with flexible scheduling.
• Doctorados Online Two online doctoral programs: Desarrollo de la Educación and Gestión Estratégica e Innovación. Targeted at senior professionals and academics seeking the highest academic credentials.
• Licenciatura en Educación Preescolar (Escuela Normal Quince de Mayo) Undergraduate program in Preschool Education offered through the linked Escuela Normal Quince de Mayo institution, training teachers for early childhood education.
• Licenciatura en Educación Primaria (Escuela Normal Quince de Mayo) Undergraduate program in Primary Education offered through the linked Escuela Normal Quince de Mayo institution, training teachers for primary school education.

Quantifiable outcome

• 48+ years of educational experience with 13,000+ alumni graduates
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

AI capability5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Secretaría de Educación Pública (SEP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNIVDEP holds RVOE (Reconocimiento de Validez Oficial de Estudios) from the Secretaría de Educación Pública of the Government of Mexico. This government recognition is fundamental to the institution's legitimacy, enabling it to grant officially valid degrees at all academic levels. The SEP relationship underpins UNIVDEP's regulatory standing and degree validity.
• FIMPES (Federación de Instituciones Mexicanas Particulares de Educación Superior)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNIVDEP holds FIMPES institutional accreditation, granted by the federation representing Mexico's top private higher education institutions. FIMPES accreditation verifies compliance with high academic and management standards, distinguishing UNIVDEP as a quality institution in the private university sector.
• Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNIVDEP's Preparatoria UNAM (Media Superior program) is incorporated to UNAM, Mexico's most prestigious public university. This incorporation means the high school program follows UNAM's curriculum and standards, and graduates receive UNAM-recognized credentials. UNIVDEP's MUNIVDEP (Model UN) program is additionally recognized by DGIRE, a UNAM body.
• SEAES (Sistema de Evaluación y Acreditación de la Educación Superior)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNIVDEP participated in the Convocatoria de Autoevaluación Institucional 2025 organized by the SEAES national evaluation system. This self-evaluation exercise allowed UNIVDEP to review its academic, administrative, and strategic processes against national quality standards, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and contribute to the national higher education quality agenda.
• Santander (convenio UNIVDEP–Santander)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerUNIVDEP's UBS Business School has a formal convenio with Banco Santander through its Santander Open Academy and Santander X/Explorer programs. The partnership provides UBS students with open courses, practical skills content for professional portfolios, and startup acceleration resources. The agreement also provides UNIVDEP with access to Santander's brand association and student outreach channels.
• Escuela Normal Quince de MayominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEscuela Normal Quince de Mayo is a linked institution offering licenciaturas in Preschool and Primary Education. UNIVDEP refers prospective education majors to this partner institution, and the Normal served as the origin of what would become UNIVDEP (established 1978). The institutions share alumni and faculty ties, with the current Rectora being an alumna.
• Various Universities – Interlibrary Loan PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNIVDEP's library maintains active interlibrary loan agreements with various universities, allowing students, faculty, and alumni to access materials from partner institutions. A Directorio de Convenios Interbibliotecarios is maintained and updated, enabling cross-institutional resource sharing.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Universidad del Valle de México (UVM): Laureate International Universities network. Mexico's largest private university with national campus presence and multi-modal program delivery (presencial, online, ejecutiva). Directly comparable to UNIVDEP as a multi-campus private higher education institution offering licenciaturas, maestrías, and doctorados.
• UNITEC (Universidad Tecnológica de México): Laureate network university with multiple campuses across Mexico offering licenciaturas, maestrías, and online programs. Compares directly to UNIVDEP in modality mix (presencial, sabatina, online), private-sector positioning, and program breadth in business and humanities.
• Universidad del Claustro de Sor Juana: Small private university in Mexico City focused on humanities, arts, and social sciences. Comparable to UNIVDEP as a smaller, single-city private institution with niche program offerings and RVOE recognition from SEP.

Regional players

• Universidad de Londres (UDL): Private Mexican university offering online and blended undergraduate and graduate programs. Comparable to UNIVDEP's online strategy (univdep.online) and Mexican private higher education market positioning, with a similar emphasis on flexible modalities for working adults.

Broad incumbents

• Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITESM): Mexico's largest and most prestigious private university with national footprint and online Tecmilenio. Operates a comprehensive business school network. Differs from UNIVDEP in scale and resources but is the dominant benchmark for private-sector business education in Mexico.
• Universidad Panamericana (UP): Private Catholic university with multiple Mexico City campuses and online programs. Offers undergraduate and graduate business, law, and humanities programs. Comparable to UNIVDEP's Mexico City focus and program offerings in business, law, and pedagogy.
• Universidad Anáhuac México: Large private Catholic university network operating across Mexico. Offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs in business, humanities, and health sciences. Comparable to UNIVDEP as a private Mexican university with multi-modal (online/presencial) program delivery and a business school focus.
• Universidad La Salle (ULSA): Private Catholic university system with multiple Mexico campuses. Offers undergraduate and graduate programs with strong emphasis on professional formation. Comparable to UNIVDEP's pedagogical lineage and offerings in business, education, and human sciences.
• Universidad Iberoamericana (IBERO): Jesuit private university in Mexico City offering undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education programs. Comparable to UNIVDEP in Mexico City location, private-sector positioning, and pedagogical/social-justice orientation in business and humanities programs.

Emerging players

• UVM Online / UNIR México: UNIR's Mexican online higher education operations. Comparable to UNIVDEP's online expansion strategy (post-2022 campus launch) and competes directly in the online licenciatura, maestría, and doctorado segments in Mexico under RVOE frameworks.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/UNIVDEP
• Facebookfacebook.com/UNIVDEP

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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