Diagnosis and Improvement of Digital Skills: Strategies for Educational Transformation in Monterrey

This study done at the Instituto Tecnologico de Nuevo Leon assessed the digital skills of Business Management Engineering students using the External Factor Evaluation (EFE) and Internal Factor Evaluation (IFE) matrices.The students scored 2.57 in EFE and 2.44 in IFE, indicating that their digital competencies align reasonably well with market expectations and technological advancements.However, there is significant room for improvement in critical areas such as cybersecurity and programming to enhance their employability.The analysis involved collecting evaluations from 20 significant employers, providing a comprehensive view of the program strengths and weaknesses.EFE matrix highlighted opportunities such as trends in technological innovation and industry collaborations, while identifying threats like government education policies and academic competition.IFE matrix pointed out internal strengths like the institution's location in a technological innovation zone and academic agreements with the industry, as well as weaknesses such as insufficient technological infrastructure and resistance to change.The study underscores the importance of a strategic focus on continuous improvement and adaptation to emerging technologies and market demands.It calls for an educational transformation that prioritizes constant updates in digital competencies to ensure that graduates remain competitive and employable in a rapidly changing labor market.