Early Life
Miguel Tomás Arrufat Pujol was born in Amposta, Spain, in 1961. He holds a degree in Philosophy from the Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona and an MBA from IESE Business School. Before entering the world of online education, Arrufat Pujol led a publishing house specializing in educational textbooks.
Rise to Success
Arrufat Pujol's career took a significant turn when he founded Proeduca Altus in 2007. This company provides accredited university courses online across Spain, Latin America, and the U.S.. Under his leadership, Proeduca Altus has grown substantially. The company's success led to its listing on the BME Growth market in 2019.
Key Business Strategies
A key part of Arrufat Pujol's business strategy involves the Universidad Internacional de La Rioja (UNIR). He serves as its director general. UNIR's focus is on providing online education and adapting to technological advancements such as Artificial Intelligence. Arrufat has emphasized the need for universities to embrace AI to remain relevant in the future. The strategy has involved investments in technology and an emphasis on a well-prepared teaching staff to enhance learning and personalize student experiences. In 2025, Arrufat Pujol was the majority shareholder of Europa Press.
Philanthropy
While specific philanthropy amounts are not available from the search results, Arrufat Pujol and his wife Carolina Farell, are involved in the Fundación Arrufat Farrell dedicated to education.