Program Presentation
The Specialization in Coaching degree presents an approach in terms of its perspective of an individual, inspired by the Ontological, Systemic, and Transformational vision. We consider Coaching not only a methodology with practical tools or a modern expanding discipline, but a philosophy of life through which to look at and interpret a person and their possibilities for change, growth, development, and improvement.
Therefore, we define Coaching as a process of reflective and creative accompaniment offered to people-clients to achieve a specific objective and inspire them to maximize their personal and professional potential. In view of the above, the mission of the Specialization in Coaching degree is to educate professionals in the Coaching discipline through the development and consolidation of their competencies and skills as a Coach; delving into the different useful and necessary tools to accompany and obtain improvement results in the development processes, change, and accompaniment that they carry out.
The Specialization in Coaching degree offers training that is closely connected to the context of the profession’s practice. The theoretical bases of Coaching, its different fields of application, and methodological models are addressed as a referential scheme that allows us to enter into the Coaching process. The degree will also delve into the tools that will be useful during the guidance and coaching processes; in the competencies of the Coach in coherence with the standards of the International Coach Federation (ICF); and the practice of coaching, through coaching sessions supervised by professors, tutors, and coaches.
Who is the programme for?
The Coaching program is designed for Coaching professionals who want to complete and reinforce their training on the most updated and innovative methodologies for this discipline, as well as to develop and strengthen their competencies as a Coach, improve their ability to lead, coordinate, and guide others during their transformation processes, and broaden their tools as Coaching professionals.
It is also aimed at university graduates in Psychology, Medicine, Nursing, Law, Psychopedagogy, Advertising or Business Administration and Management, Education, or other related degrees who wish to be trained in Coaching skills to be applied at a personal and professional level, and so acquire techniques to improve their skills to manage, lead, and inspire their collaborators and achieve better and new results.
Diploma
Successful completion of the Program will award the degree of Specialization in COACHING as issued by the University where the student has enrolled.
Program Structure
The credit structure of the Coaching program is shown in the following table. It should be noted that the duration is merely indicative, as the methodology followed integrates the knowledge and skills to be acquired in each part through integrative exercises of knowledge acquisition and internalization of project practices:
| CREDITSa | |
|---|---|
| 1st Part: Subjects | 37 |
| 2nd Part: Coaching in Action: supervised coaching process | 10 |
| TOTAL | 47 |
a. The equivalence in credits may vary according to the university where he/she has enrolled. One (1) ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) credit is equivalent to 10 + 15 hours. If the student is enrolled in a university that does not belong to the European Higher Education Area (EHEA), the relation between credits - hours may vary.
Duration
The program in Coaching has 47 credits.
The duration of the program in Coaching is 12 months, depending on the student's dedication. In this period of time, the student must have successfully passed all the evaluated activities and approved the Final Project, if any.
Objectives
General Objective
- To train professionals in the discipline of Coaching, through the development and consolidation of their competencies and skills as a Coach; delving into the different useful and necessary tools to be able to accompany and obtain improvement results in the development and accompaniment processes they carry out within the framework of conceptual and methodological approaches that support the practice of Coaching for processes of change, development, and personal growth.
Specific Objectives
- Identify and understand the role and identity of the Coach and the important contribution that they represent during the Coaching process.
- Distinguish and apply the different coaching models and approaches used to address change processes.
- To develop the appropriate competencies as a Coach based on the 11 key competencies and values promoted by the International Coach Federation (ICF) to become a professional that meets the appropriate quality standards to practice the coaching profession.
- Use the linguistic tools (conversation model), emotional tools (emotional management) and body tools (non-verbal communication techniques and processes) to be employed in the coaching process.
- Lead coaching processes and adequately accompany the coachee(s) in achieving the desired objectives to be reached, both at a personal and professional level.
Career Opportunities
Some of the career opportunities for the Coaching program, among other things, are:
- Personal/Life Coach.
- Coach for teams and people management.
- Professionals and managers at all levels of the organizational pyramid.
Study Plan
- 1st PART: SUBJECTS
The corresponding subjects and credits comprising the first part are shown in the following table:
| 1st PART: SUBJECTS | ||
|---|---|---|
| # | SUBJECTS | CREDITS |
| 1 | Origins and Theoretical Foundations of Coaching | 3 |
| 2 | Disciplinary Sources in Support of Coaching | 3 |
| 3 | Competencies of the Coach | 4 |
| 4 | Coaching and Neurolinguistic Programming | 5 |
| 5 | Tools for the Coach | 5 |
| 6 | Mindfulness and Coaching | 5 |
| 7 | The Coaching Process | 5 |
| 8 | Settings for Coaching Applications | 4 |
| 9 | Coaching Marketing and Personal Branding | 3 |
| TOTAL | 37 | |
These subjects, despite being independent, are structured according to a consistent pedagogical order. Each subject is divided into basic topic units or chapters. A printed version of the content is offered for the student to successfully complete the evaluation tasks.
- 2nd PART: COACHING IN ACTION: SUPERVISED COACHING PROCESS
In the case of the Specialization, Postgraduate or Expert, the last phase of the Program will be devoted to the completion of a complete practical subject, with a teaching load of 10 credits, with the objective of enabling the student to put into practice the different tools, strategies, and competencies taught through the previous subjects of the program, through different coaching processes in which the students will have to act as coaches.
| 2nd PART: COACHING IN ACTION: SUPERVISED COACHING PROCESS | ||
|---|---|---|
| # | SUBJECTS | CREDITS |
| 1 | Coaching in Action: Supervised Coaching Process | 10 |
| TOTAL | 10 | |
Description of the Subjects
1st PART: SUBJECTS
- Origins and Theoretical Foundations of Coaching
The syllabus of the course includes, among other things, the following contents:
- Origins and philosophical principles of Coaching.
- Ontological Vision applied to Coaching.
- Systems thinking.
- The Coaching process.
- Disciplinary Sources in Support of Coaching
The syllabus of the course includes, among other things, the following contents:
- The main sources of Coaching support
- How do we understand a person and their dimensions?
- Ways of interacting and communicating with others.
- How do we conceive life and existence?
- How is Coaching known and structured today?
- Coach competencies.
The syllabus of the course includes, among other things, the following contents:
- Coach competencies.
- The linguistic dimension.
- The emotional dimension.
- The corporal dimension.
- Coaching and Neurolinguistic Programming
The syllabus of the course includes, among other things, the following contents:
- Introduction to Neurolinguistic Programming.
- Sensory representation systems
- NLP communication strategies and tools.
- New paradigm in communication.
- The importance of connecting with the coachee: RAPPORT.
- State of full resources.
- A working model.
- Learning styles.
- Unified field of NLP.
- Tools for the coach.
The syllabus of the course includes, among other things, the following contents:
- The concept of tools.
- Linguistic tools for the Coach.
- Neurolinguistic Programming Tools.
- Other tools and resources.
- The Myers-Briggs
- Mindfulness and Coaching
The syllabus of the course includes, among other things, the following contents:
- Mindfulness and Coaching.
- Basic concepts in Mindfulness.
- Interventions based on Mindfulness -IBM-.
- Mindfulness training.
- Mindfulness practices.
- Application of Mindfulness to the Coaching process.
- The Coaching Process
The syllabus of the course includes, among other things, the following contents:
- The Coach-Coachee relationship
- The Coaching Process
- Preliminary Phase of the process
- Definition of objectives and values
- The present reality
- Definition of actions
- Closing of the process
- Settings for Coaching Applications
The syllabus of the course includes, among other things, the following contents:
- Definition of the areas of application of Coaching
- Areas of application of coaching by type of client and objective
- Personal Coaching
- Coaching for Entrepreneurs
- Nutritional Coaching
- Couples Coaching
- Team Coaching
- Sports Coaching
- Closing the process
- Coaching Marketing and personal branding.
The syllabus of the course includes, among other things, the following contents:
- GENERAL MARKETING PRINCIPLES AND NOTIONS
- MARKETING SERVICES APPLIED TO COACHING SERVICES
- PERSONAL MARKETING AND PERSONAL BRANDING
- MARKETING PLAN FOR THE COACHING ACTIVITY
- ONLINE RESOURCES APPLIED TO THE COACHING ACTIVITY
2nd PART: COACHING IN ACTION: SUPERVISED COACHING PROCESS
- Coaching in Action: Supervised Coaching Process.
It is a training activity aimed at the coaching practice carried out by the students and supervised by the University, which objective is to allow them to complete their academic training, favoring the integration of the acquired knowledge and the implementation of the skills developed to prepare them for professional practice.
Note: The subject content may be subjected to slight modifications due to updates and improvements.
Management
- Dr. (c) Vanessa Yélamos Torres. Doctorate in Psychology from the International Iberoamerican University (in progress). Master in Integral Coaching by the Instituto Superior de Coaching de Barcelona with Accreditation as a Professional Coach by ASESCO. Master in Systemic Coaching by the Autonomous University of Barcelona, together with the Systemic Institute of Barcelona, Spain. Degree in Psychology from the University of Barcelona. Specialist in Coaching techniques, accredited by ICF. Family constellation training and Neurolinguistic Programming. Professional experience linked to distance teaching through virtual environments, on topics related to Coaching, Emotional Management, Leadership, Change Management, among others. Experience as a psychologist and coach, offering online and face-to-face spaces, where clients can carry out processes of vital discovery, learning and personal and professional transformation. Participation in several workshops and seminars on Systemic and Transformational Coaching. Collaboration in educational projects. Complementary training in virtual environments.
Teaching staff and Authors
- Dr. Laura Natalia Pérez. Doctor (Cum Laude) and Master's Degree in Cognitive Science and Language at the University of Barcelona, Spain. Academic Director of the Master’s Degree in Health Psychology at the International Iberoamerican University, Mexico and Professor at this university. Psychologist and coach, founder of Human Flourishing. Research Experience at the University of Barcelona, Spain. Experience as a psychologist at the Hospital San Juan de Dios and La inmaculada, Colombia.
- Dr. María de los Ángeles González García. Doctor in Educational Psychology and Sport Psychology by the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Master’s Degree in Research in Health Psychology and Sport Psychology by the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Degree in Psychology, Specialization: Clinical Psychology, Universidad de Salamanca. Part-time Holder Teacher at Soler i Sala SL, Barcelona, in Consultation and Training in Health Psychology, Coaching and PNL (June 2009-2011) and currently Associate Professor at the Degree in Psychology at the European University of the Atlantic. She has worked as a Psychologist in the Unity of Internal Medicine of the Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol, Barcelona, in Assistance, Research and Training tasks. At present, she is Director of the Psychoeducational Center “BalanCe”, in Santander, Psychologist and Mindfulness trainer. She has published manuals and scientific articles published in international journals on Clinical Psychology and also, she has collaborated in many clinical studies.
- Dr. Juan Luis Martín Ayala. Doctor in Psychology from the University of the Basque Country, Spain. Master’s Degree in Mental Health at the Universidad de Deusto, Spain. Expert on Family Mediation. Director of the Academic Degree in Psychology and Teacher and Researcher of the Evolutionary Psychology and Education area at the European University of the Atlantic, Spain. Author and co-author of numerous books, book chapters and research articles on the field. Participation in international conferences on development and education.
- Dr. Mariacarla Martí González. Doctor in Education from the University of Zaragoza. Degree in Psychology from the University of Havana. Master's Degree in Art Education from the University of the Arts, Cuba. Diploma in Psychology and Arts Pedagogy. She has been a professor of Psychology at the University of the Arts and a visiting researcher at the University of Zaragoza. Professor at the European University of the Atlantic and member of the Psychopedagogical Counseling Office of the university.
- Dr. Julién Brito Ballester. Doctor in Education from the Iberoamerican International University. Master’s Degree in Labor and Organizational Psychology, University of La Havana, Cuba. Master's Degree in Human Resources Management from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Master's Degree in Systemic Coaching from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. International Consultant and Expert in Human Resources Management, Training, Development and Professional Skills.
- Dr. (c) Vanessa Yélamos Torres. Doctorate in Psychology from the International Iberoamerican University (in progress). Master in Integral Coaching by the Instituto Superior de Coaching de Barcelona with Accreditation as a Professional Coach by ASESCO. Master in Systemic Coaching by the Autonomous University of Barcelona, together with the Systemic Institute of Barcelona, Spain. Degree in Psychology from the University of Barcelona. Specialist in Coaching techniques, accredited by ICF. Family constellation training and Neurolinguistic Programming. Professional experience linked to distance teaching through virtual environments, on topics related to Coaching, Emotional Management, Leadership, Change Management, among others. Experience as a psychologist and coach, offering online and face-to-face spaces, where clients can carry out processes of vital discovery, learning and personal and professional transformation. Participation in several workshops and seminars on Systemic and Transformational Coaching. Collaboration in educational projects. Complementary training in virtual environments.
- Dr. (c) María Eugenia Luna Borgaro. D. in Education, International Iberoamerican University Mexico, in progress/stage of Thesis research. Master's Degree in Human Resources and Knowledge Management, University of León. Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, University of Guadalajara. Experience as a business coach for entrepreneurs. Professor related to subjects related to management skills, business administration, young adult education. Professional experience in recruitment and selection functions.
- Dr. Carmen Lilí Rodríguez Velasco. Doctor in Education from the International Iberoamerican University, Master in Occupational and Organizational Psychology from the University of Havana, and Bachelor in Psychology from the Central University of Las Villas, Cuba. Academic Coordinator and Professor at the International Iberoamerican University.
- Dr. (c) Andrea Gutiérrez Simón. Psychologist, Master in Human Resources and Knowledge Management, Diploma in Perinatal Education. D. candidate in Psychology, International Iberoamerican University (Mexico). She has worked in the field of people development in health institutions, educational institutions and private companies. More than 15 years of teaching experience, she is a consultant and lecturer. Cross-cultural experiences. Has brought about change processes at the individual and corporate level, in the execution of short and medium term projects. Has an International Certification as a Group Dynamics Facilitator granted in Lima, Peru, by the GERZA Organization. Complementary training in virtual environments.
- MSc. Stefania Stiscia. Master in Coaching with NLP by Motivat Coaching School in Barcelona, Spain. Coach accredited by ASESCO. Master's Degree in Personal and Corporate Coaching with Systemic Approach at Coaching Lab, Barcelona. Complementary training in Transformational Coaching by the Gestalt Institute of Barcelona and People Tech Solutions. Complementary training in Systemic Coaching and Family and Organizational Constellations at Farfala Global Coaching in Barcelona. Degree in Economics and Business Administration from the Università degli Studi di Modena, Italy. Co-creator of content for several coaching training programs. Partner and member of the AECOP Events Commission. Resource facilitator and online tutor. Founder of Artliderbarcelona; works as a trainer, consultant and coach and facilitates spaces for personal and organizational development.
- MSc. Sandra Guasch Santos. Master in Neuroleadership and Organizational Coaching at EADA Barcelona. Master in Transformational, Personal and Organizational Coaching for managers by the Gestalt Institute of Barcelona and People Tech Solutions. Degree in Business Administration from the University of Barcelona, Spain. Copperfield Certification at the Kaospilot Barcelona School of Design. Copperfield Certification at the Kaospilot Barcelona School of Design. Complementary training in human resources development, relational and communication skills. Organizational Coach and Trainer. Responsibilities in Business and Human Resources Management. Experience as a trainer, coordinator and manager of work teams.
- MSc. Núria Oltra González. Master in Systemic Coaching by the Autonomous University of Barcelona. Degree in Psychology from the University of Rovira i Virgili in Tarragona, Spain. Founder and Holistic Coach at Novamirada, where she offers spaces to promote holistic growth and experiential learning. Teaching experience, at classroom level, in the Master of Systemic Coaching offered by the Autonomous University of Barcelona, together with the Systemic Institute of Barcelona. Coach and project coordinator at Fundación Babel Punto de Encuentro.
- MSc. Ana de Diego Lagüera. MBA from the University of Deusto. ACC Certified Coach by the International Coach Federation. Personal and executive Coach. Professor in the Psychology Degree at the European University of the Atlantic. Professor of Coaching and Mentoring in the Master's Degree in Public Relations. HR from the UBU. Professor of the Master's Degree in Coaching and Leadership at the School of Coaching and Tres Talentos (Mérida, Spain). Responsible for internal training, PR and HR. HR, trainer, consultant and organizational coach for several Spanish companies, for which she has developed projects and carried out interventions aimed at facilitating spaces to promote the personal and organizational development of employees.
- MSc. Sonia Juliana Pérez Pérez. Master in Music Therapy from the National University of Colombia. Degree in Psychology from the National Open and Distance University, Colombia. Bachelor's degree in Anthropology from the University of Los Andes, Colombia. Diploma in University Teaching, University Corporation Taller 5. High competence for the development of educational, social and therapeutic processes based on the capacity for understanding, analysis and proactive vision. First level writing, reading and research skills. She has experience as a teacher and music therapist in various university institutions, training centers and therapeutic intervention in Colombia.
- MSc. Sara Moza Moríñigo. Master's Degree in Teaching from the University of Seville. Master in Human Resources and Labor Management by the Center for Legal Studies of Granada. Master's Degree in Conflict Resolution and Mediation from the European University of the Atlantic. (studying). Degree in Psychology from the University of Granada. Experience in the field of HR consulting and as a teacher in the area of conflict resolution and HR. Collaboration in educational projects. Complementary training in virtual environments.
FUNIBER Training Scholarships
The Iberoamerican University Foundation (FUNIBER) allocates periodically an extraordinary economic item for FUNIBER Training Scholarships.
To apply, please fill out the information request form that appears in the web of FUNIBER or contact directly the Foundation’s headquarters in your country that will inform you if you need to provide some additional information.
Once the documentation is received, the Evaluation Committee will determine your application's eligibility for the FUNIBER Training Scholarship.