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Universidad Autónoma de Chile

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EconomyChile
OrganizationUniversidad Autónoma de Chile
CEOTeodoro Ribera Neumann (University President)
Year Founded1989
Organization TypeUniversity
Websitewww.uautonoma.cl
Brief Introduction of OrganizationUniversidad Autónoma de Chile (UA) is a private, non-profit higher education institution founded in 1989, with campuses in Temuco, Talca, and Santiago. It is a comprehensive research university with seven faculties, including Engineering, Business and Administration, Health Sciences, and Law, serving a student community of over 30,000 across undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing education programs. The University is accredited by Chile's National Accreditation Commission and maintains international collaborations with over 120 institutions across 30 countries. Within the university, the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center (CEI) is the unit responsible for promoting entrepreneurship and innovation across the academic community. The CEI supports students, faculty, and external partners in developing entrepreneurial skills and innovative initiatives, working closely with the Business and Administration program and collaborating with public and private stakeholders on innovation projects. Through its activities, the CEI aims to strengthen the university's entrepreneurial ecosystem, foster applied innovation, and build connections with the broader startup community in Chile and Latin America.
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