Análisis de la inversión para la Educación Superior del Ecuador a partir de la pandemia

Abstract

Abstract: This research analyzes investment in higher education in Ecuador during the 2021-2023 period, assessing how it has adjusted in the post-pandemic context and its implications. This study focuses on three axes: budget allocation, the factors most affected by the crisis, and priority areas for educational transformation. The methodology applied was qualitative, allowing for the collection, analysis, and presentation of data from government entities involved in budgeting, execution, and monitoring. The results showed that in 2021 the budget was $1.106 billion, by 2022 it increased ($182 million) to $1.288 billion, and in 2023 it increased ($34 million) to $1.322 billion. The results highlight the need for strategic investment in technological infrastructure, teacher training, and strengthening university research to provide accessibility, equity, and quality education. The research concludes that a resilient and equitable system prioritizes investment in critical areas and efficiently manages resources, allowing higher education to consolidate itself as a strategic driver for the country's sustainable development and global competitiveness.