La Matriz de Capacidades y Desempeños (MCD) y el Algoritmo del Desarrollo Humano (ADH)1

Given that human development is a complex process involving multiple components and determining factors, multidimensional indicators are needed. On the basis of the extensive literature on the subject, we advance two new indicators: the Matrix of Capabilities and Functioning (MCF), and the Algorithm of Human Development (HDA). The MCF is composed of vectors of capabilities and functionings, based on Sen's idea of Refined Functionings. It is based in a matricial framework, both static and dynamic. The main purpose of constructing this index is to study how different sets of capabilities relate to alternative functionings, to produce diverse outcomes. [PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]