What UCES Graduates Studied and Where They Work

Some knew it from a young age—or at least played out through games the calling that would later awaken. But there are also those who, just a month before finishing high school, had no idea what they wanted to study, much less imagined a professional future. The transition from student life to the professional world is a path filled with uncertainty and challenges. Yet for many young people, university becomes the perfect springboard not only to gain knowledge, but also to discover a vocation and build a successful future.

Time Out interviewed four young people who studied at UCES, completed their degrees, and today are making their mark in diverse fields—from corporate positions at multinationals to running their own companies or founding a startup that brings creative solutions to a competitive market like football. Here are their stories.

Passion for Sports as a Driver of Innovation

Juan Cruz Gotta, who holds a degree in Marketing, had an unusual journey. Dedicated to professional football since the age of 15, he decided to hang up his boots at 26 to take on a new challenge. At 27 (“already old,” he jokes), he began studying at UCES. While pursuing his degree and gaining knowledge, he simultaneously started developing Libro de Pases, a startup that uses artificial intelligence to optimize scouting and player management in football.

“Everything I learned day by day at UCES was useful for my entrepreneurial path and for building the company,” says Gotta, who chose Marketing for the broad business perspective it offered. He also valued the flexible schedule: “I enrolled at the Olivos campus and attended evening classes, which allowed me to balance studying and working.” Today, his company has a team of 25 people and clients in 12 countries—a growth that proves, among other things, that it’s never too late to learn and reinvent yourself.

“I went almost ten years without studying or opening a book after finishing high school until I enrolled in college. I wanted to get an education and a degree, and at UCES they always supported me, opened doors, and helped me through the process.”

"At UCES, they always supported me, opened doors for me, and helped me along the way"

From a Small Town to Corporate Leadership, No Detours

Since last year, she can proudly be called a graduate. Jeanette María Duarte (23), originally from Lobos, completed her studies at the UCES Cañuelas campus and earned her degree in Human Resources. “As a kid, I was drawn to the corporate world and everything about it—from the people dressed in formal clothes to the office environment and work dynamics. I always pictured myself behind a desk,” Jeanette recalls.

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She actually chose Human Resources almost by chance, in a playful rather than formal way. With a friend, she says, they decided on the major by playing tic-tac-toe among a few options. Even though she knew she wanted to study something that involved people, she didn’t really know much about the academic program. “What at first was just a name that sounded nice—Human Resources—ended up being a true vocation,” she explains. “I became fascinated with the organizational world, corporate structures, and everything involved in supporting people within a company.”

"What at first was simply a name that sounded nice—Human Resources—ended up becoming a true vocation"

Jeanette tackled university with the seriousness of a job, and among her memories she highlights “the human and approachable attitude of the professors.” That dedication paid off: upon finishing her studies, one professor told her about an opening at Toyota Ricciardi. After a selection process, she landed the position of Employment and Internal Communication Specialist—her first formal job.

Today she’s part of the Ricciardi Group, a company with over 150 employees, and she says that in the future she sees herself back at UCES, whether teaching or continuing her education to add new credentials.

A Childhood Game Turned Into a Media Outlet

As a child, Felipe Rodríguez used to narrate soccer games with his brother. They poured everything into that (imaginary) TV set they set up in their room, then uploaded the videos to YouTube. That childhood passion, Felipe says, led him to study Communication at UCES, where the balance of theory and practice—plus courses like Radio Workshop—shaped not only his calling but also his entrepreneurial project.

During college, with some friends, he created a radio show that evolved into Rugbeat, which he describes as “an influential digital rugby media outlet.” Founded in 2019, the project grew alongside his studies and now has a presence on Fox Sports, competing directly with giants like ESPN. “We mix humor, critical analysis, and interviews with big names, reaching up to 9 million users on social media,” says the proud host of Rugbeat.

Now, at just 25, Felipe already has a career in media. He’s not only the co-founder of a streaming platform with thousands of users, but also the driving force behind a project that started as a game—almost a fantasy—and is now “a company that already pays salaries,” he says with pride and a smile.

Neither Psychology nor Nutrition: Corporate Life as the Goal

Valentina Iriarte, also with a degree in Human Resources, reached her path after a period of doubts and self-reflection. She first considered Nutrition, then Psychology, before realizing her true passion was not in a consulting room but in working side by side with people in a corporate environment. She enrolled at UCES just a week before classes started, and the program exceeded her expectations.

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Looking back, Valentina highlights two key things: “First, I learned to organize myself, manage my time, and prioritize. And second—and crucial—was the access students have to the university’s job board. That’s how I landed my first two internships, which allowed me to put theory into practice.” Flexibility to study and work, she adds, was also fundamental to her education.

"From UCES, I especially value the access students have to the university’s job board"

Today Valentina works as Talent Management Coordinator at Mondelez International, where she continues to grow professionally. “I just started this new role a month ago, so everything is still a learning process,” she explains enthusiastically. “This area covers climate and culture surveys, performance and potential evaluations, leadership training, and everything related to corporate diversity and inclusion strategies.”

So, What Did I Study and Where Do I Work?

There’s no single path and no vocation set in stone. It could be an early passion, a decision delayed by nearly a decade, or a stroke of luck. But university education, commitment, and adaptability are key tools for building a solid professional future.