Conference Agenda

Developing countries have limited investment in advanced human capital and a weak link between the higher education system and the productive sector, generating a significant gap between academic capabilities and the real needs of industry. This fact hinders the translation of knowledge generated in universities into concrete, applicable solutions for the business sector. This research aims to propose a model for effective integration between doctoral programs in engineering and applied sciences and the industrial and service sectors in developing countries, such as Chile. The methodology includes a literature review and comparative analysis of academic literature and curricula from countries with established doctoral models. A model of integration based on the paradigms of Education and Industry 5.0 is proposed, characterized by a dual-curriculum structure comprising two years of industrial internship and joint thesis supervision. It proposes a triple helix governance model and new quality indicators focused on non-academic employability and effective technology transfer. The results project the strengthening of the R&D&I (Research, Development, and Innovation) ecosystem through the effective integration of PhDs into the productive sector. In this way, the aim is to transform advanced knowledge into an engine of sustainable technological and economic development for the country, fostering greater awareness among companies and institutions of its value.

The financial sustainability of public pension funds in emerging economies constitutes a critical challenge, exacerbated by macroeconomic volatility and structural asset-liability mismatches. This study evaluates the patrimonial solvency of Honduras' National Teachers' Pension Institute (INPREMA) by applying an integrated Economic-Financial Scenario Generator (ESG) and Asset-Liability Management (ALM) model. The methodology combined stochastic projections of macroeconomic variables with an ALM model to analyze the interaction between the investment portfolio and actuarial obligations under uncertainty. The results reveal a structural gap between the portfolio's expected return and the actuarial technical rate of 14.7%, increasing solvency vulnerability to adverse shocks. It is concluded that adopting an ESG-ALM framework provides a solid technical basis for reorienting investment policy, mitigating reputational risk, and strengthening patrimonial solvency in compliance with the Honduran regulatory framework. The study contributes an original quantitative assessment for public pension funds in contexts of high regulatory constraint and volatility.

The Peruvian textile sector faces increasing pressure to improve its operational efficiency due to its high dependence on machinery, the inherent variability of the spinning process, and recurrent failures that interrupt production continuity. These limitations reduce the industry’s responsiveness to demand and hinder compliance with international efficiency standards. Although operational stability is critical in the spinning process, previous studies addressing these issues through TPM and 5S are still scarce or present only partial applications, highlighting the need for a more technical and structured approach. The spinning mill analyzed showed an OEE between 63.4% and 64.1%, well below the international benchmark (>80%), revealing a critical performance gap associated with mechanical and electrical failures, fluctuations in spindle flow, and a lack of standardization. The study developed an integrated Lean-based model grounded in TPM, 5S, and standardized work, with the aim of increasing equipment reliability and reducing operational variability. Validation was carried out through a hybrid strategy combining a pilot test with scenario comparison and discrete-event simulation in Arena. The results showed significant improvements: OEE increased to a range of 83.79%, achieving a gain of 20.4 percentage points, along with reductions in mechanical failures, unproductive time, and operational variability. The proposed model provides practical guidelines and a structured, replicable framework for other spinning mills seeking to improve their performance through accessible, high-impact methodologies. The study encourages future research integrating flow analysis, advanced simulation, or predictive maintenance to further strengthen the competitiveness of the textile sector.

Service quality constitutes a central axis in the management of different institutions, with the education sector being particularly relevant, especially in contexts of high competitiveness and stringent quality assurance requirements in the private sector. This study aimed to develop and validate a scale adapted from the SERVQUAL model to assess the quality of educational services in Peruvian private universities. A quantitative, instrumental approach was adopted, and the instrument was applied to a sample of 1,400 students from universities located in North Lima. The scale comprised 30 items distributed across the five original dimensions, adapted to current regulatory requirements. The results showed adequate levels of internal consistency (0.935) as well as satisfactory sampling adequacy. Confirmatory factor analysis corroborated a five correlated-factor structure with excellent fit indices. It is concluded that the scale demonstrates solid psychometric properties and constitutes a valid and reliable tool for evaluating the quality of educational services in Peruvian private universities.

Universities face increasing regulatory pressures and demands that require the strengthening of their internal quality assurance and management systems. This study comparatively analyzes the organizational structure, strategic orientation, and formal operational mechanisms of internal quality systems in state universities in southern Chile. The research was conducted through a documentary analysis of official instruments, including strategic plans and evaluation mechanisms of five institutions. The results show that universities have consolidated formal organizational structures characterized by centralized governance intended to coordinate accreditation processes. While quality assurance is progressively integrated into strategic planning, evidence of institutional isomorphism is observed, where structures homogenize in response to regulatory frameworks. Although progress exists in evaluation mechanisms, gaps persist in the depth of 'quality culture' adoption. This study contributes to higher education management by providing comparative evidence on the institutional architecture and regulatory adaptation of regional public universities.