Javeriana University - Colombia
AUTHOR PROFILE
SCOPUS
ORCID
EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Juan Carlos Cobo-Gómez commenced his academic journey by earning a professional degree in Economics from Universidad de los Andes in 2008. He then pursued advanced education, achieving a Ph.D. in Social and Human Sciences from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana (PUJ) in 2023, focusing on Innovation.
PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
With a distinguished academic background, Juan Carlos has seamlessly transitioned into impactful professional roles:
- Director of Studies: Comptroller General of the Republic (CGR) of Colombia (Since September 2022)
- Assistant to the Vice-Rector's Office for Research: PUJ (February 2013 – September 2022)
- Professional Statistics of Models of Risk: Colpatria-Scotiabank (July 2012 – February 2013)
- Analyst of the Health Sector in Colombia: Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (March 2012 – July 2013)
His roles span fiscal control, risk modeling, and strategic planning, showcasing his expertise in diverse domains.
CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON SOCIAL INNOVATION
Juan Carlos's contributions extend to influential forums, publications, and strategic studies. Notably:
- Authored publications in the Colombian Economy Magazine and a book chapter on CGR's centennial and the evolution of education in Colombia.
- Led the development of Sector Studies analyzing social and regional gaps in Saber 11 Tests and the effectiveness of Higher Education Public Policy.
- Played a pivotal role in implementing a Balanced Scorecard, Intelligent Fiscal Surveillance through PowerBI, recognized as an innovative product.
IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
Juan Carlos's influence is evident in his leadership roles, active participation in public policy scrutiny, and the initiation of projects promoting social appropriation of knowledge.
LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
Juan Carlos Cobo-Gómez's legacy is marked by his multifaceted contributions to academia, research, and fiscal management. His future contributions are anticipated to further strengthen fiscal control, enhance societal well-being, and contribute to knowledge advancement.
NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS
Social innovation in university-community partnerships in Latin America: Exploring collaborative models 2023