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    Percepciones de estudiantes de pregrado de la UPB y expertos en branding frente al rediseño visual de marca de la Institución en 2021 y sus emociones asociadas a este cambio de imagen
    (Universidad EAFIT, 2025) Guerra Cano, Carolina; Sepúlveda Cardona, Edwin Andrés
    The rebranding of an educational institution transcends the visual realm, affecting its audiences' perception and relationship with the brand. In 2021, the Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana (UPB) carried out a comprehensive transformation of its brand DNA, opting for a more avant-garde identity. This study aims to understand how undergraduate students and branding experts perceive this change and the emotions this new image evokes in them. Using a qualitative approach, an exploratory study was conducted that included semi-structured interviews and a visual perception exercise of UPB images using Eye Tracker. Results were obtained based on heat maps, opacity maps, and eye tracking with seventh- to tenth-semester students, as well as focus groups with branding experts. This research exercise identified strengths and opportunities for improvement in terms of branding and brand communication. It also contributed to enriching the reference framework, opening up opportunities for longitudinal research that analyzes the evolution of perceptions and emotions in the education sector over time. It also provides the industry and EAFIT's Master's in Marketing program with a practical case study that strengthens brand management training and encourages the application of advanced research methodologies, with a tangible impact on strategic decision-making. In conclusion, this study provided relevant information on the impact of rebranding in higher education, offering valuable insights for brand management in academic institutions.