UASB

What UASB does

Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar (UASB) is a non-profit postgraduate university designated as the official academic organ of the Andean Community (CAN), serving students from Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Sucre, Bolivia, with regional offices in La Paz, Santa Cruz, Bogotá and Lima, the institution delivers master's degrees, specializations and diplomas across law, health, education, economics, communication, environment, sustainable development, information technology, and culture and tourism. Delivery is predominantly virtual, combining synchronous classes via Zoom and asynchronous activities on Moodle, supplemented by in-person and hybrid modalities for programs that require physical attendance.

The product portfolio spans roughly 100 academic programs priced between approximately USD 300 and USD 3,300, with revenue generated through matrícula (enrollment) fees and colegiatura (tuition) paid in monthly installments, complemented by scholarships and CAN-funded "Becas CAN" awards. Recent launches in AI and data science (Master's in Web Engineering and AI, Master's in IT/Data Science and AI for Health, Diploma in Computer Forensics with Python and generative AI, Diploma in Virtual Education and AI tools) reposition the catalog around emerging-tech skills. Distribution is direct-to-student via the institutional website, social channels and regional offices, with international students paying through Western Union, credit/debit cards or bank transfers.

UASB operates as an intergovernmental academic body governed by its own Superior and Academic Councils rather than under private equity, venture or external corporate ownership. Its strategic positioning is anchored in multilateral partnerships — including the Organization of American States (OAS), UNICEF, AECID, Save the Children, HELVETAS and CAN member-state foreign ministries — that support diploma co-development, applied research (e.g., the Sucre City Observatory), and diplomatic visibility events. The institution publishes scientific journals and maintains SENAPI-registered academic production, reinforcing its role as a regional knowledge platform rather than a commercial education operator.

Name

UASB

Legal name

Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar

Website

https://uasb.edu.bo

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

UASB is the postgraduate academic organ of the Andean Community (CAN), delivering 100+ virtual and hybrid master's degrees, specializations, and diplomas to professionals across Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru from offices in Sucre, La Paz, Santa Cruz, Bogotá, and Lima.

Ownership category

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Product category

Higher Education / Postgraduate Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAHALAK

Online Nonprofit Universities

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

Keywords

• Postgraduate education
• Distance learning
• Virtual university programs
• Professional development
• Graduate degrees

Headquarters

HQ city

Sucre, Chuquisaca

HQ country

Bolivia

HQ region

Latin America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Enrollment Fees: The university generates revenue through tuition payments for master's programs, specialty programs, and diplomas. Programs charge enrollment fees (matrícula), tuition (colegiatura), and total program fees. Payment plans include monthly installments over program duration. International students pay through Western Union, credit/debit cards, or bank transfers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

UASB is a postgraduate university delivering master's degrees, specializations (especialidades), and diplomas (diplomados) primarily through 100% virtual distance learning, combining synchronous Zoom classes and asynchronous Moodle activities. Programs span Law, Health, Education, Economics, Communication, Environment, Sustainable Development, Information Technology, Culture and Tourism, and serve working professionals from Andean Community member countries (Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru).

Product overview

UASB is a postgraduate university offering academic programs primarily through virtual and distance learning modalities. The institution provides a portfolio of Master's degrees (Maestrías), Diplomas (Diplomados), and Specializations (Especialidades) across multiple academic areas including Law, Health, Education, Economics, Communication, Environment, Sustainable Development, Information Technology, and Culture/Tourism. The academic offerings include technology-focused programs integrating AI, data science, and digital tools such as the Master's in Web Engineering and AI, Master's in Finance and Financial Management with AI applications, Computer Forensics diploma with Python and AI, and AI Applied to Health programs. Delivery is conducted through virtual platforms using synchronous (Zoom) and asynchronous (Moodle) methodologies, with programs targeting professionals from CAN member countries (Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Maestría en Ingeniería Web e Inteligencia Artificial Master's program training software developers in AI-integrated web application development, covering the complete cycle from architecture and design to deployment and production maintenance.
• Maestría en Finanzas y Gerencia Financiera Master's program focusing on corporate finance tools and competencies, integrating Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, and AI applied to finance.
• Diplomado en Informática Forense Diploma program training professionals in digital investigation and risk mitigation using Generative AI and Python programming language.
• Maestría en Educación Superior, Gestión e Innovación Educativa Master's program in higher education management and educational innovation incorporating AI, ICT, and TAC technologies in teaching and learning processes.
• Maestría en Salud Pública: Mención en Epidemiología y Administración de Servicios de Salud Master's in Public Health with intermediate exit option in AI Applied to Health, training health professionals in data analysis and AI tools.
• Maestría en Tecnología de la Información - Ciencia de Datos e Inteligencia Artificial para el sector Salud Master's program in information technology, data science, and AI specifically designed for the health sector.
• Diplomado en Auditoria Informática Diploma program in computer auditing incorporating Python programming and AI techniques for automated risk analysis and audit processes.
• Maestría en Cadenas de Suministro y Operaciones Logísticas Master's program in supply chain and logistics operations including data science applications and enterprise systems (ERP, WMS, TMS) training.
• Diplomado en Educación Virtual y Herramientas Tecnológicas Innovadoras Diploma program training educators in virtual education using Moodle platform, instructional design, and AI tools for digital content creation.
• Diplomado en Herramientas de Análisis para el Cambio Climático Diploma program in climate change analysis tools incorporating GIS, remote sensing, and climate modeling applications.
• Diplomado en Innovación Turística Diploma program in tourism innovation; total USD 600 without scholarship (USD 300 with 50% scholarship).
• Especialidad Superior en Gestión e Innovación Turística Specialization program in tourism management and innovation; total USD 1,600 payable in 12 monthly installments.
• Especialidad en Seguridad Industrial y Medio Ambiente Specialization in Industrial Safety and Environment; total USD 1,800 with monthly installments.
• Diplomado Especializado: Precios de Transferencia Specialized diploma in transfer pricing; total USD 300 with monthly installments and special discounts for cash payments, group enrollment, and public servants.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability19 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Organización de los Estados Americanos (OEA)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 July 2025UASB-Sede Central organized a historic commemorative event at the OAS in Washington D.C., honoring Bolivian heroine Juana Azurduy de Padilla. The university donated artwork and participated in the ceremony with OAS Secretary General Albert Ramdin.
• UNICEFcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2025Joint initiative for the High-Level Diploma in Climate Diplomacy for Young Negotiators Version I, held at UNICEF auditorium. UASB under leadership of Dr. José Luis Gutiérrez Sardán participates in this training program.
• Cooperación Española (AECID)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2025Partner in the High-Level Diploma in Climate Diplomacy for Young Negotiators, contributing to climate diplomacy training for youth in the Andean region.
• Save the ChildrencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2025Partner in the High-Level Diploma in Climate Diplomacy for Young Negotiators, supporting youth capacity building in climate negotiation.
• Graha by PropachaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2025Initiating partner of the High-Level Diploma in Climate Diplomacy for Young Negotiators program.
• LIDEMAminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2025Partner in the High-Level Diploma in Climate Diplomacy for Young Negotiators, contributing to environmental leadership training.
• HELVETAScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational development organization collaborating on the Sucre City Observatory project, working with university and local government partners to improve urban living conditions.
• Universidad de San Francisco XaviercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLead partner in the Sucre City Observatory project, working with UASB and other institutions on urban monitoring and data systems.
• CAINCO (Cámara de Industria y Comercio)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChamber of Industry and Commerce participating in the Sucre City Observatory Impulse Committee for urban development.
• Colegio de ArquitectosminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional association participating in the Sucre City Observatory Impulse Committee for urban planning.
• Gobierno Municipal de SucrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal government partner in the Sucre City Observatory, receiving urban data and proposals for planned development.
• Mancomunidad Chuquisaca CentrominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal association partner in wastewater treatment studies and environmental initiatives.
• Colegio del Sagrado CorazónminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional cooperation agreement for strengthening training, research, and academic production for teachers and administrative staff.
• Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores del PerúminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPeru's Foreign Ministry invited UASB students to participate in the Andean Community Model Debate (MOCAN), promoting CAN awareness among youth.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Universidad Externado de Colombia: Bogotá-based university with strong postgraduate and continuing education offerings including virtual programs. Competes directly with UASB in the Colombian graduate-student market, particularly in law, economics, and social sciences.
• Universidad de los Andes (Colombia): Colombia's leading postgraduate university offering master's, specializations, and diplomas with a significant virtual/online catalog. Directly competes for the same Colombian postgraduate student segment UASB serves under its CAN mandate.
• Universidad Mayor de San Andrés (UMSA): Bolivia's largest public university headquartered in La Paz, with postgraduate offerings across multiple disciplines. Competes directly with UASB in the Bolivian graduate-student market, particularly for in-person modalities and lower-priced alternatives.
• Universidad Católica Boliviana (UCB): Private Bolivian university with postgraduate and continuing education programs across multiple disciplines including law, health, and engineering. Competes for the same Bolivian professional-student segment UASB serves, with established brand and physical campuses.
• FLACSO (Facultad Latinoamericana de Ciencias Sociales): Latin American intergovernmental postgraduate institution with member-state academic mandates analogous to UASB's CAN role. Operates across multiple Latin American countries offering master's and doctoral programs in social sciences, with similar regional-recognition positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia (UNED): Spain's flagship public distance-learning university, a global benchmark for nonprofit online higher education. Comparable in mission and modality (Moodle-based virtual delivery, multi-region reach) though operating at substantially greater scale.
• Tecnológico de Monterrey (Tec de Monterrey Online): Mexico-based institution with a large-scale online graduate education platform including AI, data science, and finance programs. Competes for Latin American working professionals seeking AI-integrated graduate credentials, with substantially greater capital and brand resources.
• Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) — Online Programs: Latin America's largest university with a growing suite of online postgraduate programs. While primarily Mexico-focused, it competes regionally for graduate-student mindshare and offers comparable distance-learning credentials.
• Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (Online): A larger, well-established Latin American university with a growing online postgraduate catalog. While not CAN-restricted, it draws graduate students from across the region and competes for the same Andean professional-student pool with stronger global brand recognition.

Regional players

• Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) — Educación Continua: Peru's leading private university with an active continuing education and postgraduate division. Operates in the same Peruvian market where UASB maintains its Lima office, competing for Peruvian working professionals seeking graduate credentials.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/u_andina
• YouTubeyoutube.com/uasbolivia
• Facebookfacebook.com/universidadandina.bolivar
• Instagraminstagram.com/uasbbolivia
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/uasb

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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