universidad san ignacio de loyola

UNIVERSIDAD SAN IGNACIO DE LOYOLA
EDUCATING ENTREPRENEURIAL PROFESSIONALS
FOR A GLOBALIZED WORLD
Our Vision
To lead in educating and training top professionals, according to
national and international standards.
Our Mission
To educate and train professionals, entrepreneurs and leaders
with business vision, who conduct research and contribute toward
the sustainable development of society.
LIMA - PERU
WELCOME TO PERU
Peru is a magical country with an extensive history and rich culture. Its diversity and richness offer visitors infinite alternatives and the
possibility of having a unique experience: history, culture, nature, adventure and much more in just one destination.
Peru’s exquisite cuisine is a delicious blend of Pre-Hispanic, African, Western, Japanese, and Chinese cuisine, making Peruvian cuisine
one of the best and most varied in the world.
Climate
The annual average temperature is 32°C (89.6°F) maximum and 10°C (50°F) minimum.
Regions
Coast: 136,334 sq. km.
Highlands: 391,876 sq. km.
Jungle: 756,665 sq. km.
Capital
Lima
Biodiversity
Peru is one of the twelve countries in the world with a mega biological diversity: It ranks first in birds (1,816
species) and butterflies, third in amphibians (379 species) and mammals (462 species), and it has a wide
diversity of fish (2,000 species).
Currency
Nuevo Sol
Population
28 million inhabitants
Urban: 72.3 % Rural: 27.7 %
LIMA: CITY OF KINGS
Lima was founded on January 18, 1535. Today, it has over 8 million inhabitants and
welcomes visitors from all over the world.
In the historical center of the city, declared Cultural Heritage of Humanity by
UNESCO, splendid samples of colonial architecture and beautiful carved balconies
can be seen. There are archaeological sites throughout the city as well as on the
outskirts of Lima, where Pachacamac, the most important pre-Inca sanctuary on
the coast, can be visited.
Climate
The annual average temperature is 21.97°C (71.4ºF) maximum
and 17ºC (62.7ºF) minimum.
Population
8,130,293 inhabitants
Altitude
Capital altitude: 3,399 masl (City of Cusco)
Minimum altitude: 532 masl (Pilcopata)
Maximum altitude: 4,801 masl (Suyckutambo)
Climate
Cusco has a semi-arid cold climate. The highest temperature
is 19.6°C (67.3ºF), and the lowest is 4.2°C (39.6ºF). The rainy
season starts in November and ends in March. During this
season the mountains are covered in green. Between June and
July, frosts are common and occasionally it snows.
Transportation
By land: Lima-Arequipa-Cusco: 1,650 km (26 hours by car)
By plane: Regular flights from Lima (1 hour) and from Arequipa
(30 minutes) to the city of Cusco.
CUSCO: CAPITAL OF THE INCA EMPIRE
The city of Cusco was declared Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 1983.
Along its cobblestone streets, there are buildings made by the Incas, built entirely
of stone. This magical city also has an exciting nightlife with cafes and restaurants
to suit everyone´s taste.
Ten minutes away from the city the imposing Sacsayhumaman fortress and other
archaeological sites can be seen.
Machu Picchu was recently named one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. It
is an amazing stone settlement in the Peruvian Andes, and it is the most important
and beautiful legacy of the ancient Peruvians.
UNIVERSIDAD SAN IGNACIO DE LOYOLA
Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola is a bilingual educational organization which, for the past 14 years, has been graduating
young entrepreneurs who contribute toward the sustainable development of society. Our institution was created as an innovative
option in education, promoting entrepreneurship among our students. We offer training in business management in each of our
programs, as well as a well-rounded scientific and humanistic education.
Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola offers modern infrastructure, with all of the facilities and equipment students need for an
optimum educational experience. The University has four campuses, three located in the city of Lima and one in the city of Cusco.
Campus I
Campus I has spacious classrooms with multimedia equipment, areas for interactive learning such as laboratories, the library,
the Student Center where computers with Internet access are available, the cafeteria, the deans’ offices, and last but not least,
Restaurant Don Ignacio, the first teaching restaurant in Peru.
Campus II
Campus II also has classrooms for undergraduate courses. In addition, it is home to the Postgraduate School, the Center for
Entrepreneurship, the SME Training Center, Junior Achievement Peru and PROBIDE, a welfare and development association, all of
which were created to promote education with high quality and an entrepreneurial culture among young people and adults.
Huachipa Campus
Because sports are an important part of college life, Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola has a 25,000 sq. meter open-air sports
center in Huachipa. At this facility, students are able to organize sports championships, events and festivals for fun, as well as to
strengthen ties among the students, alumni and faculty.
Cusco Campus
USIL International Extension Center was created to welcome students from around the world who wish to study in Spanish, learn
about the culture, the traditions and the historical legacy of the beautiful imperial city, all in one place. This will be a fundamental
contribution toward the continued positioning of Cusco as one of the most important tourism and cultural destinations in the world.
ALIANZA SOCIAL UNIVERSITARIA – ASU
ASU is the Social Responsibility initiative of Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola which offers help to communities with scare
resources, through social outreach programs and projects carried out by university students under the supervision and guidance
of professionals, in order to insure the success of each activity. As a foreign student you will be able to participate in the different
social projects and be an active part of the community development efforts provided by ASU.
STUDY AT A UNIVERSITY THAT EDUCATES AND TRAINS
PROFESSIONALS WITH ENTREPRENEURIAL VISION
PROGRAMS OF STUDY WITH A DECISIVE BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE
School
Of Business
› Business Administration
› Entrepreneurship and Business Development
› Marketing
› Economics
› Economics and Finance
› Economics and International Business
› International Business
› International Relations
› Environmental Management
› Law
School of
Engineering and Architecture
› Agro-Industrial Engineering and Agribusiness
› Architecture and Urban Planning
› Civil Engineering and Real Estate Development
› Industrial and Commercial Engineering
› Information Systems Engineering
School of Hospitality Management,
Tourism and Gastronomy
› Culinary Arts
› Gastronomy and Restaurant Management
› Hospitality Management
› Tourism Management
School
of Humanities
› Art and Design
› Communications
› Psychology
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS IN PERU
Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola hosts international students from universities around the world. Students can study in Peru for
1 semester or a year.
The programs offer international students the possibility of complementing their studies, exchanging knowledge with professors
and local students, gaining international experience and visiting a country with many tourist attractions and exquisite cuisine.
SEMESTER IN LIMA
Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola (USIL) has strategic alliances with more than 90 universities through exchange programs, work/
study programs, and international programs in Peru, among others. Students may enroll in any of the 22 academic programs USIL
offers, which are taught on our Lima campus. Because a firm command of a second language is a must, USIL students are able
to choose courses in Spanish or English (double curriculum). English is taught during the first seven semesters of the academic
program of your choice. Students have the opportunity to learn English within a contextual framework, with technical vocabulary
and topic-based learning.
BENEFITS
International students have the opportunity to meet local students, improve their language skills, and learn about the culture.
Classes may be taken in Spanish or English, from March through July and from August through December. Many of our international
students stay at our residence conveniently located in the city, enjoying the facilities offered to make their stay in Peru pleasant.
La Casa Don Ignacio offers our international students the chance to meet other students from around the world.
SEMESTER IN CUSCO PROGRAM
SUMMER IN CUSCO PROGRAM
Students take courses in our recently opened USIL International Extension Center and live in our university residence, La Casa de
Don Ignacio – Cusco, which is within walking distance from the USIL International Extension Center. Students take several courses,
some of which are taught in English and others in Spanish, like courses related to the history of the Incas, the contemporary culture
of our country and South America, the photographic techniques in the most tourist city of the region, the biodiversity of the twelve
most biodiverse countries of the world, and so on. Students must take a Spanish Language Placement Test to determine whether
they will be taking a beginning, intermediate, or advanced Spanish language course.
BENEFITS
International students may enroll in a regular semester, which lasts 5 months, or in a summer program, which lasts 5 to 6 weeks.
This is a wonderful opportunity to study and live in the most important landmark city in South America and visit Machu Picchu, one
of the new Seven Wonders of the World.
SPANISH AND CULTURAL IMMERSION PROGRAM
USIL has created the Spanish and Cultural Immersion Program, a fun way to learn Spanish, in Lima and in Cusco. Due to bilateral
relations between Spanish speaking countries and many other countries around the world, the use of the Spanish language is
becoming important and necessary in economy, gastronomy, international trade, communications, and tourism. Excursions will give
each student a better view of our history, culture, and customs.
BENEFITS
Study Spanish and enjoy the opportunity to participate in the excursions that USIL has prepared for you.
In Lima – “City of Kings”
In Cusco – “Capital of the Inca Empire”
› City tour
› City tour
› Pre-Inca ruins of Pachacamac
› Sacred Valley of the Incas
› Natural Reserve of Paracas
› Machu Picchu
UNIVERSIDAD SAN IGNACIO DE LOYOLA
CULINARY ARTS SCHOOL
Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola Culinary Arts School has been training haute cuisine and baking & pastry professionals for over
10 years. The Hospitality Management, Tourism, Gastronomy and Culinary Arts School building has the most modern infrastructure
and advanced technology. The building has over 10,000 square meters of space, the largest in the country and likely in the region.
Due to Peruvian cuisine’s excellent position in gastronomy worldwide, the Culinary Arts School has created Don Ignacio, the country’s
first teaching restaurant, where students have the chance to experience the world’s haute cuisine with the best-trained staff of
chefs in the business. The instruction at both the Culinary Arts School and the Don Ignacio Restaurant is the best in the country and
meets the most demanding quality and service standards.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
HAUTE CUISINE PROGRAM
This 24-month program produces professionals in the Culinary Arts. Students acquire knowledge of national and international
cuisine, baking, pastry, cooking techniques, beverages and enology. Practice is a very important element of students’ training;
therefore, the curricular structure includes practical classes starting with the first session. These classes are held in different
areas of the Culinary Arts School, the Don Ignacio Restaurant and Di Don Ignacio Patisserie.
CULINARY ARTS CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
This program provides knowledge of gastronomy and culinary techniques applied to different ingredients. Participants become familiar
with ingredients, flavors, sensations and the principles of culinary arts. The program is designed for individuals seeking culinary training
focused on immediate implementation of practice and/or interested in developing a small business.
BAKING & PASTRY CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Participants learn and/or perfect techniques required for the preparation of delicious, fine desserts. They learn various techniques
for chocolate making and savory pastry. The program is geared toward individuals seeking training in baking and pastry focused on
the immediate implementation of practice and/or interested in developing a small business.
INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCES
As a result of San Ignacio de Loyola’s demanding academic standards, we have been selected to enter into agreements
with the most prestigious American, Asian and European universities and institutions, making USIL their strategic
partner in double degree, educational exchange, academic, consulting and work programs.
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATIONAL
EXCHANGE AGREEMENTS
INTERNATIONAL WORK
OPPORTUNITY AGREEMENTS
These agreements enable students to spend a semester at top universities, providing
them with international experience.
These agreements enable USIL students to
work for leading foreign companies around the
world, providing them with relevant international
business experience.
INTERNATIONAL DOUBLE
DEGREE AGREEMENTS
EDUCATIONAL EXCHANGE AND
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR GRADUATE STUDIES
These agreements enable our students to obtain equivalent degrees from
partner universities or institutions abroad, in addition to their degrees from
Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola.
Through agreements with our partner universities throughout the world, USIL
students also have the opportunity to apply for scholarships for graduate studies at
the world’s most prestigious universities.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AT USIL
“I’m very pleased with the way we’ve been
welcomed and the attention we’ve received
since we arrived at the university. People
have been very kind. I feel like I’ll learn
more than I had thought and, by the time
I leave, I hope to know much more about
Peruvian culture.”
Kari Reitan
Lillehammer University College (Norway)
Tourism
“Last semester I had the opportunity to
meet two students from Universidad San
Ignacio de Loyola and they told me about
this marvelous country. With regard to
my studies in the Hospitality Management
Program, I’d say that the professors are well
qualified and have a good methodology and
academic experience”.
Fred Berrocales
Universidad del Este-Carolina (Puerto Rico)
International School of Tourism and
Hospitality Management
USIL has strategic
alliances with more
than 90 universities
“I’ve always wanted to visit Latin America,
especially Peru, because of its variety and
rich cultural heritage. Also the classes in
the Business Administration Program at
USIL are very good; the professors have a lot
of patience and my classmates are great.”
Claire Deschamps
IESEG School of Management (France)
Administration
“Peru is a country with a great cultural
tradition. The topic that I am more
interested in knowing is its agriculture,
since it is very developed and recognized
internationally, thanks to the quality of
products that Peru exports. I decided to
study at Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola,
because I wish to extend my vision of the
world and learn about new horizons”.
Xizi Liu
Guangdong University of
Foreign Studies (China)
Art & Design
USIL HOUSING ACCOMMODATIONS
www.casadedonignacio.com
La Casa de Don Ignacio-Lima, located in cosmopolitan Miraflores, was designed to offer accommodation to foreign students
coming to USIL through the university’s exchange program, as well as students who come from other towns in Peru. These exclusive
accommodations have been designed to make our guests’ stay enjoyable. Comfortably designed common rooms facilitate interaction
between students, generating new friendships and promoting cultural understanding. La Casa de Don Ignacio in Lima provides an
attractive housing option designed especially for you.
› Calle Scipion Llona 284 – Miraflores
Lima – Peru
Phone: (51 1) 221-6568
La Casa de Don Ignacio-Cusco is within walking distance of the USIL International Extension Center and a few blocks away from
the Plaza de Armas, the town square of the imperial city. It offers accommodation to groups of foreign students who come for the
SPANISH AND CULTURAL IMMERSION COURSE IN CUSCO, the SEMESTER IN CUSCO PROGRAM or the SUMMER IN CUSCO PROGRAM.
In addition, foreign students who come to Peru for USIL’s international exchange program and who want to visit Cusco have the
opportunity to stay at La Casa de Don Ignacio.
› Avenida Pardo 954
Cusco – Peru
Phone: (51 84) 22-5141
CONTACT US!!!
USIL INTERNATIONAL OFFICE
Av. La Fontana 550, La Molina. Lima-Peru
Phone: (51 1) 317-1000 Ext.3220
Fax: (51 1) 317-1000 Ext.3226
international@usil.edu.pe
www.usil.edu.pe