Applying MULTIPOL to Determine the Relevance of Projects in a Strategic IT Plan for an Educational Institution

Abstract

Objective: To determine the relevance of the projects defined in a strategic IT plan for an educational institution through the application of MULTIPOL. Methodology: The research was quantitative with a descriptive non-experimental design. Interviews were conducted with teachers and administrators of the educational institution called “Cuarta Poza de Manga,” as well as a documentary review, in order to determine the parameters required to apply MULTIPOL and evaluate the more relevant projects of the institution. Results: It was established that the most relevant projects for the institution were the following: Improving the computer infrastructure; incorporating an online learning management system to support teaching processes; using social media to broadcast relevant information to the educational community of the institution. Conclusions: The application on MULTIPOL allowed finding the most relevant projects the institution should take into account to leverage its development.