María Cristina Cárdenas Peralta

María Cristina Cárdenas Peralta

María Cristina Cárdenas Peralta is a dedicated and versatile professional with extensive experience in digital education and government relations. As the Governmental Affairs Manager for Ibero-America at Coursera LATAM and Spain, Cristina plays a crucial role in empowering governments to transform lives by developing skills in key areas demanded by today’s economy and society. She is also a successful entrepreneur, having founded 3C Innovation for Human Development, focusing on technology adoption and digital skills development in Latin America, especially in the education and labor sectors.

Cristina’s professional background is highlighted by her leadership in shaping Mexico’s national policy for educational innovation, particularly as the National Coordinator of @prende.mx. Additionally, she has held influential roles in the Office for the Coordination of the National Digital Strategy at the Mexican President’s Office, and at the Inter-American Development Bank. These positions have significantly contributed to her expertise in digital education strategy and government policy.

Cristina’s extensive publications on digital education and skills development highlight her expertise in these fields. Complementing her academic contributions, she is also deeply involved in various organizations. Her active participation in CONECTADAS, MXDC.org, Christel House International, and the Rehabilitation Center Casa de María demonstrates her commitment to leveraging education and technology for social impact and community development.

Her academic credentials include an MSc in Economics from the University of Essex and a B.Sc. in Economics from ITAM. Her pursuit of excellence is further evidenced by receiving prestigious scholarships like the Alban Scholarship and the Fundación Beca.

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