Ignacio López Aragón Email & Phone Number

Michigan, United States

Costa Rica

Revamped and delivered 4 undergraduate courses, cultivating the academic growth of 160 students per semester. Implemented innovative teaching methods resulting in a 15% increase in student engagement and performance metrics.Developed comprehensive course materials, including syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts for 4 courses annually. Enhanced student learning outcomes, with a 10% improvement in course completion rates over the academic year.Led the redesign of the learning syllabus for Project Management students in collaboration with an intra-departmental team, implementing a human-centered design methodology. Resulted in a 20% improvement in student satisfaction and application of project management principles.

Led the Innovation Lab, providing students with hands-on experience in 3D printing and VR modeling. Mentored students and companies, resulting in the development of five successful products and services.

Championed the Alumni Relationship Committee, expanding industry networking and post-graduation employment opportunities through 3 annual job fairs. Achieved participation from over 1000 students and 34 companies, resulting in a 15% increase in post-graduation employment rates.Facilitated a strategic alliance with the International Development Bank (IDB), positioning the National University as the inaugural certified provider of PM4R in the country.

Efficiently managed an $88,000 budget for a Central Government-UNDP-UNA project, providing quarterly financial and execution reports to the main donor. Successfully executed the project within budget, achieving a 98% expenditure accuracy. Researched and crafted grant proposals for international and government agencies, securing $100,000 in funding over two years. Contributed to the successful implementation of key initiatives addressing societal challenges.

Costa Rica

Drove collaboration among 14 civil society organizations, significantly contributing to the enhancement of public policies on educational quality. This initiative resulted in a 20% increase in policy adoption by relevant government bodies.Initiated and led a Collective Impact process with the Ministry of Public Education and 14 civil society organizations. The collaborative effort resulted in the establishment of a shared vision and common goals, achieving a unified national agenda.Conceptualized and orchestrated two projects to foster citizen participation in government decision-making processes. Achieved a 40% increase in public engagement and feedback, influencing policy decisions and enhancing the transparency of the decision-making framework.

Costa Rica

Established strategic connections with grant-providing organizations, resulting in 2 new collaborative proposals.Ensured alignment of NGO proposals with the specific purposes and goals of grant institutions, leading to a 20% improvement in proposal acceptance rates and enhanced credibility with funding organizations.Conducted a comprehensive analysis of philanthropic organizations offering grants, culminating in the creation of a regional map of collaborators. This initiative resulted in a 15% increase in collaborative projects and expanded the NGO's network by 40%.Collaborated with program staff to research and design program elements, generating high-quality proposals.

Oversaw the preparation and meticulous monitoring of annual budgets totaling $500,000, ensuring a 95% accuracy in financial projections.Managed monthly cash flow, optimizing resource allocation, and maintaining an average of $40,000.Processed payroll for 4 collaborators, ensuring timely and accurate payments, leading to a 100% satisfaction rate among employees.Prepared salary reports and declarations to the Ministry of Finance, maintaining compliance and achieving a 95% accuracy in financial reporting.

Conceived, planned, and executed a proposal titled "Strengthen Citizen Security through Economic and Social Opportunity" for $230,000. Successfully secured funding, leading to a 30% reduction in crime rates in targeted areas.Developed and implemented the proposal "Strengthening English Language Skills in 20 Costa Rican Public Schools" for $21,000, resulting in a 25% improvement in English proficiency among students.

Santo Domingo, Heredia

Planned and managed up to 5 events among 20 public and private schools, engaging over 1500 young people aged 16 to 18. Increased community awareness by 40% and expanded the organization's reach.

Licentiate Degree, Finance, General

Thesis: How to facilitate the process of financing Costa Rican SMEs on the National Stock Exchange S.A?

Master'S Degree, Business Administration, Management And Operations, Corporate Social Responsibility And Sustainability

Thesis : Alignment to sustainable development objectives as a management model for non-profit organizations

Bachelor´S Degree, Business Administration

Specialty, Project Formulation And Evaluation

Bachiller Internacional

El programa del Bachillerato Internacional anima al estudiante pensar de forma independiente y conducir nuestro propio aprendizaje. Los.

Bachillerato Internacional, Educación Secundaria

Middle School Diploma, Educación Primaria