When debating what contributes to a university being considered high-quality, many people immediately think of... faculty. Ultimately, teachers are responsible for transmitting knowledge to students, clarifying doubts about subjects, preparing lesson plans, monitoring scientific initiation projects, among other important tasks, both in undergraduate courses how much professional development courses. 

Therefore, If there are no good educators, it is very likely that the performance and especially the learning of the students will suffer. students be affected, That's right, isn't it? For that reason, we've compiled some aspects related to the faculty that you should check before enrolling in a higher education institution. or in a faculty of economics recognized for academic excellence. Follow along.

Talk to someone who is (or was) a student.

To begin with, Talk to students enrolled in more advanced semesters of your course. and preferably with those who have already finished it. This conversation, which can be in person or through social media, It helps to understand the routine of undergraduate courses or professional development courses.. That's why, Ask about anything you want to know regarding the dynamics of the classes. and, in particular, the relationship between teachers and students.

For example, whether the content is taught in a more theoretical, practical, or blended way; what the routine of assignments and tasks is like; what style of exam is used; whether the faculty provides extra teaching materials on the subjects (such as films, documentaries, and books), etc. This exchange is essential for those seeking a degree in economics and wants to understand how the course connects theory and practice in today's market.

Check the professors' CVs on Lattes.

That's a good idea too. Check the professors' CVs on the Lattes platform. — which is nothing more than a virtual space where you can find data on people involved in the academic environment in Brazil.

Moreover, it includes not only teachers, but also students., what makes a difference in the quality of undergraduate courses and in the structure of extension courses focused on, for example, the financial market and... faculty of economics. Because it is quite comprehensive and detailed, it allows you to stay informed:

• the qualifications of the educators (whether they are specialists, masters or doctors);
• than what they accomplished as supplementary training throughout their undergraduate studies (courses, workshops, training sessions, etc.);
• of the professional performance of teachers since they graduated;
• of the awards and titles received for presentations and/or defenses of papers;
• Which congresses, fairs, symposia, and other academic events did they participate in, either as attendees or as presenters?;
• Based on the history of undergraduate and graduate thesis defense committees each of you has participated in;
• of the patents and official registrations of products and services that they have developed throughout the projects and research.

Check out their LinkedIn profile.

A third tip is Search for the professors' profiles on LinkedIn and observe them very carefully.. That's because there are those who have completed postgraduate studies. stricto sensu (Master's and doctoral degrees) focused on teaching and scientific research — and those who have completed postgraduate studies lato sensu (Specialization and MBA) — geared towards gaining practical knowledge applied to the job market.

Therefore, in the case of educators who fall into this last category, the ideal is that They have good and extensive professional experience in companies, corporations, multinationals, and public bodies., Isn't that right? This way, they can share positive and negative case studies with you and other students, discuss new developments in their field of study, and debate market trends with much greater expertise and depth.

That's precisely where the LinkedIn, as the provider of this information.. Ultimately, this social network, which serves as a bridge between professionals and companies, provides a wealth of interesting data about its users. For example, you can find out details about:

• Their professional experience (with a description of the position held, the company they worked for, and the period of employment);
• Experience with volunteer work and the areas in which it was carried out. (education, social services, science and technology etc.);
• The skills they have mastered. (such as tools, software, management skills, fluency in other languages, professional emphases, etc.);
• The organizations with which teachers have some kind of professional relationship. or that they follow out of interest/affinity.

Search for published academic papers.

Professors who dedicate themselves to teaching and scientific production are usually involved in various projects to have a good (and more extensive) bibliographic output. For this reason, they produce articles, studies, research papers, books, editorials, primers, reports, products and/or services, among others.

However, it doesn't end there. That's because they not only produce knowledge, but also... They present and submit this material for validation and publication in national and international journals..

Node Capes/MEC Periodicals Portal, for example, it's possible Find publications from both Brazil and abroad, and learn about the authors of each work. Therefore, it's worthwhile doing a little research to find out which publications your potential professors have already published in.

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Check out the projects developed in the academic environment.

Finally, See if the professors have conceived or are actively developing any activities at the university. For example, they can teach extracurricular courses to help students enhance the knowledge gained in the classroom. Furthermore, Educators can teach and supervise university extension projects. which are related to each of their areas of expertise.

By participating in them, you not only deepen your learning during the course, but you also have the opportunity to... opportunity to participate in debates that promote increased critical thinking. and to engage in actions capable of bringing about various beneficial results for society.

Another possibility is that Professors guide and coordinate undergraduate research projects. which are excellent for you to become familiar with and delve deeper into the production of academic papers and scientific methodologies. To that end, it's worth checking out the website, the blog, and the... social media from the institution to gather as much information as possible about this.

If you are looking for a well-rounded education, consider a faculty of economics that values the role of the teaching staff and promotes integration between undergraduate degree in economics combined with extension courses, as ESEG does. This way, it's possible to combine theoretical learning, practical market experience, and the development of skills for future professional life.

As you saw, There are several aspects that can be checked to determine if an institution's faculty is truly qualified.. Ultimately, as mentioned throughout the text, having qualified professors with market experience and a history of academic publications and research makes all the difference to your education.

So take this opportunity to get to know the teachers who are part of the... ESEG faculty to discover how they will help you achieve continuous growth in Higher Education.