anzcham research_info mapping on educ linkages

1 |A N Z C H A M P o l i c y & R e s e a r c h

THE AUSTRALIAN NEW ZEALAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PHILIPPINES,

INC. Education, Training and Labor Committee

Information Mapping on the Relationships of Philippines-Australia-New Zealand Education Institutions

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Table of Contents

I. Introduction A. Background B. Objective C. Scope D. Definition of Terms E. Methodology

II. Linkages/Partnerships/Affiliations between the Philippines, Australia and New Zealand Universities

A. AMA Computer University B. Arellano University C. Asian Institute of Management D. Ateneo de Manila University E. Australian International School F. Brent International School G. Cebu Institute of Technology H. De La Salle University I. DLS-College of St. Benilde J. Joji Ilagan Career Center Foundation K. Mindanao State University L. Miriam College M. St. Dominic College of Asia N. Southville International School O. University of the Philippines

III. Facts and Figures / Analysis

Geographic location of Philippine schools and universities with partnerships from Australia and New Zealand Education Institutions Percentage of Australian and New Zealand Universities Classification (university, college) Schools with the most number of partnerships Percentage of partnership contract (MOA, articulation agreement, informal) Percentage of nature of linkages

IV. Conclusion V. Future Actions/Recommendations

VIII. REFERENCES


I. INTRODUCTION A. Background

The Anzcham Education, Training and Labor Committee was created to address issues related to education, training and labor and provide a coordinating body for sharing of information regarding education and training opportunities. In order to better address education-related issues and to facilitate sharing of information on education and training opportunities, Anzcham needs to be updated on the current linkages between Philippine Universities and Australian & New Zealand education institutions.

B. Objective To establish a database and enhance business linkages related to training and education between the Philippines, Australia and New Zealand schools/ institutions.

C. Scope Preliminary information provided by the Australian and New Zealand Embassies, as well as information obtained from Philippine universities and government institutions related to education (DepEd, CHED).

Sample respondents include a total of thirty (30) Philippine universities, colleges, schools, and training centers which were evaluated on the basis of their linkages with Australian and New Zealand Institutions.

D. Definition of Terms1 University refers to an institution at the highest level of education where a person can study and earn a degree or do research; College refers to a place where to study for higher or more specialist qualifications after high school; it may also refer to an institution of tertiary education that is smaller than a university, run independently or as part of a university. School refers to a department of a college or university that teaches a particular subject;

Training Center refers to an institution that offers vocational courses or other specialized skills for a particular job; Linkage refers to a system of links or relationships between two or more people, countries or organizations; partnership Student refers to a person studying in a school, college or university; Faculty refers to all teachers of a particular college or university;

1 From the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary online, Wikipedia, University of Western Sydney Website.


Scholarship refers to an amount of money given to a qualified student by an organization to

help pay for their education;

Offshore program refers to a range of courses or programs of a particular university offered in collaboration with their overseas partner school or university. Twinning Program refers to a ‘pathway’ program where students can continue their studies with an educational provider overseas, usually with a partner university, which then leads to the completion of their agreed course that is recognized by both partner universities. Memorandum of Understanding refers to a document signed by partner universities to establish an agreed set of actions to define a relationship, or achieve a common set of interests. Articulation Agreement refers to an agreement established to pursue course articulation between partner universities, so that both institutions have matching course requirements necessary to complete a particular course. Active status of linkages refers to partnerships or affiliations with ongoing activity in the last two (2) years; Dormant status of linkages refers to partnerships that have no marked activity in the last two (2) years;

E. Methodology

1. Contact Australian and New Zealand Embassies for information on linkages between the

Philippines, Australia and New Zealand educational institutions; 2. Conduct internet research on websites of Philippine/Australian/New Zealand schools and

universities for their international programs and possible tie-up projects; 3. Contact schools/universities in the Philippines to provide details on the project and to

formalize our request to obtain information on their educational linkages with Australian and New Zealand;

4. Consolidate report that combines information from Australian and New Zealand embassies and the information obtained from the project.

II. Philippines-Australia-New Zealand Relations

Australia and the Philippines have an extensive history of bilateral cooperation, namely through

people-to-people links in trade, investment, cultural exchange, tourism and migration. Close

cooperation is maintained in areas of defence, counter-terrorism, law enforcement and

development assistance. Australia is the largest grant aid donor to the Philippines, with official

development assistance in 2011-2012 of $123 million, up from $118.1 million in 2010-11, which

focused on education, economic growth, stability and human security. 2

2 Australian Embassy in the Philippines website. http://www.australia.com.ph/mnla/cooperation.html

http://www.australia.com.ph/mnla/cooperation.html


Due to recent developments in trade and investments policies, the relationship between New

Zealand and the Philippines continues to expand, with the Philippines being the 6th most important

source of permanent and long term migrants to New Zealand. The Filipino population in New

Zealand is now estimated at up to 35,000, which is approximately 1% of the current population.3

III. Linkages/Partnerships/Affiliations between the Philippines, Australia and New Zealand

AMA Computer University Maximina St., Villa Arca Subdivision, Project 8, Quezon City

Status of Linkages: ACTIVE

Australia

A. Victoria University B. Education Center of Australia

Background on Partnership

A Memorandum of Understanding was made between AMA and Victoria University to deliver 1+2 Diploma in Information Technology and/or Diploma in Business Enterprise (3-year course) Nature of Linkages Under their specialized courses, students can take their 1st year at the AMA University then study in Victoria University for their second and third year. Courses available are the Diploma in It and Diploma in Business Enterprise. They will be issued a student visa and this will be processed by Education Center of Australia (ECA). Under the program students have the option to include their partners, wives or husbands, which will also be issued student visas. During their stay in Australia they will be wherein they have 20 hours per week for their part-time jobs.

Arellano University (Juan Sumulong Campus), 2600 Legarda St., Sampaloc, Manila Australia:

A. Edith Cowan University - Partnership to deliver 2+2 Bachelors of Nursing Courses; B. University of Ballarat -Partnership to deliver 2 + 2 Bachelors Courses in Information Technology;

3 New Zealand Embassy in the Philippines website. http://www.nzembassy.com/philippines/relationship-between-new-

zealand-and-the-philippines/new-zealand-and-the-philippines

http://www.nzembassy.com/philippines/relationship-between-new-zealand-and-the-philippines/new-zealand-and-the-philippines

http://www.nzembassy.com/philippines/relationship-between-new-zealand-and-the-philippines/new-zealand-and-the-philippines


C. Connect Asia Pacific in Adelaide, Australia (Registered Training Organization) – partnership to deliver Australian-recognized certificate and diploma courses in Business. According to the Arellano University website, the programs are delivered through external/distance education. Once the program is completed, students become qualified to transfer and finish their course to any of the affiliated universities of Connect Asia Pacific and have an opportunity to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Australia.4

Asian Institute of Management Eugenio Lopez Foundation Bldg., Joseph R. McMicking Campus, 123 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City Status of Linkages: ACTIVE Australia:

A. Melbourne Business School B. University of Sydney

Background of Partnership The partnership was made to give students increased opportunity to broaden their horizons, to become familiar with challenging management issues which enhance students' management skills and to provide more access to work on a specific project with an Australian organization. Nature of Linkages: Student Exchange

1. In SY 2006-2007, AIM – Graduate School of Business (GSB) sent 2 MBA students to

University of Sydney for the Student Exchange program, and--

2. For SY 2011-2012, AIM-GSB received 1 student from Melbourne University increasing their

MBA class diversity. In exchange, GSB sent 2 MBA students to Melbourne for SY 2012-2013.

Ateneo de Manila University Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights, Quezon City Status of Linkages: ACTIVE (Australia), DORMANT (New Zealand) Australia:

A. La Trobe University B. University of Newcastle C. University of Technology in Sydney D. Australian Catholic University

4 http://www.arellano.edu.ph/institutes.php?article_id=315

http://www.arellano.edu.ph/institutes.php?article_id=315


New Zealand:

A. Auckland University B. Unitec Institute of Technology Auckland C. University of Otago

Brief Background on Partnership

All of Ateneo de Manila’s partnerships have existing Memoranda of Agreements (MOAs). Their linkages were made possible through personal contacts of their faculty members in Australian and New Zealand Universities. A number of these partnerships in particular were established through inter-school visits of officials. Academic cooperation is signed by Ateneo after discussions on possible collaborations and identification of fields of interests. As a result of these partnerships they have accepted students from University of Newcastle and La Trobe University. They are classified as Junior Term Abroad (JTA) destinations. The Junior Term Abroad (JTA) program is a student exchange agreement program where qualified students can study for a semester in partner schools.5 However, Ateneo has not sent students to Auckland University and the University of Otago because they are fee-paying destinations. The Ateneo Office of International Relations announces other projects/programs and scholarships currently offered by the partner schools.

The Philippines-Australia Studies Center, in partnership with La Trobe University, was established in 2003. Nature of Linkages/Partnerships

1. Australian Catholic University – Study Abroad Agreement; 2. La Trobe University – Student and Staff exchange & general cooperation; 3. The University of Newcastle – Student Exchange and Study Abroad Agreement

(undergraduate and graduate); 4. University of Technology Sydney – International Student Exchange Agreement; 5. Auckland University of Technology – Study Abroad Agreement; 6. UNITEC Institute of Technology – General cooperation, Student and Staff exchange; 7. University of Otago – Study Abroad Agreement

These partnerships help improve/enhance Ateneo’s international linkages, increase their international students and provide more opportunities for local students to study abroad.

5 http://www.ateneo.edu/som/news/jtalaunch.htm

http://www.ateneo.edu/som/news/jtalaunch.htm


Australian International School Manila AIS Main - 2332 C. Roces Ext., Bgy. Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City AIS Business School - Ground Floor Makati Stock Exchange, Ayala Triangle, 6767 Ayala Avenue, Makati City

Status of Linkages: ACTIVE

Australia:

A. Australian Catholic University B. Imperial College of Technology and Management

Brief Background on Partnerships:

A. Delivery of the Western Australia Certificate of Education (WACE), accreditation by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority, Department of Education and Training, WA

B. Delivery of the Australian Catholic University (ACU) Bachelors in Commerce (Accounting) in partnership with ACU.

C. c. Delivery of TAFE Certificates in Telecommunications and Business in partnership with Imperial College of Technology and Management.

Nature of Linkages: Agreements were made through Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and these linkages were sought in line with the school’s strategic directions. Currently, partnership with ACU and Imperial College are in their initial stages. The school has changed its name from Esteban School to Australian International School, and since then their population has grown by over 25%. Their graduates have been able to access top universities in Australia and the Philippines.

Brent International School Brentville Subdivision, Barangay Mamplasan, Biňan, Laguna Status of Linkages: ACTIVE

Their admission counselors have established relationships with several Australian schools in relation to their students who apply and get accepted in Australian universities. Admission reps visit Brent and conduct presentations for prospective students. Typically, universities and colleges in Australia and New Zealand who are sending admissions representatives to 'advertise' or promote their schools will contact their guidance counselors. The venue can either be at the Australian or New Zealand Embassy, or at 'college fairs' which are attended by their guidance counselors. They do not have any formal partnerships (MoUs, contracts, articulation agreements, etc.) with these schools.


Cebu Institute of Technology N. Bacalso Avenue, Cebu City Status of Linkages: ACTIVE / IN PROGRESS

A. Partnership with University of Newcastle (UoN), which was established last April 2011 for Study abroad agreements for students and teaching staff (including scholarships); twinning programs, training, and research collaboration. A Memorandum of Agreement is currently being formulated to formalize their partnership.

DLS-College of St. Benilde 2554 Taft Avenue, Manila Status of Linkages: ACTIVE New Zealand:

A. Universal College of Learning (Ucol) B. Design School of New Zealand (Natcol)

De La Salle University Taft Avenue, Manila Status of Linkages : Dormant (linkages established from 1993-1997) Active (Linkages established from 2007-2012) Australia:

A. Gammasonic Institute of Research & Callibration, University of Wollongong, Australia; B. University of Southern Queensland, Australia (1993), C. University of Notre Dame, Australia D. Macquarie University E. Nan Tien Institute F. University of Newcastle

New Zealand:

A. Massey University


Brief Background on Partnerships

A. Gammasonic Institute of Research & Callibration, University of Wollongong, - established in February 1996;

B. University of Southern Queensland, Australia - established in 1993; C. University of Notre Dame – established in November 2001; D. Maquarie University – established in 1997; E. Nan Tien Institute – established in August 2012 through Dr. Leny Garcia of the Religious

Education Department; F. University of Newcastle – established in April 2010, through Dr. Myrna Austrial, Vice Chancellor

for Academics who was then Dean of the College of Business & Economics G. Massey University – Linkage was established in 2010, when Dr. Tracy Riley was invited by Dr.

Arnie Azcarraga guest speaker of the External Relations Office and the College of Computer Studies. Dr. Riley gave a lecture on emotional intelligence to DLSU’s students and faculty.

Nature of Linkages/Partnerships

They cover student exchange, faculty exchange and research collaboration.

Student Exchange

The Host University informs the Partner University that they are open for a student exchange program for a particular year. The Partner University then makes an announcement to students to begin the screening of applicants. Papers of selected applicants are sent to the Host University for final evaluation / selection. Upon approval, the selected students will then process their papers for visa application and enrollment. Faculty Exchange Mother University writes the Host Institution that one of its faculty members is interested in becoming a visiting faculty. The faculty member submits his/her papers to the Host University for assessment. Field of expertise and time availability should match the needs of the Host University. Once approved, visa application of the selected faculty is processed or worked on both sides. DLSU’s older linkages were considered as dormant. They cited a time where they tried to reactivate these partnerships but they were informed of a mandate from the Australian Government prohibited unnecessary travel to the Philippines due to peace and order situation. Among the active linkages are with the University of Newcastle---they sent to exchange students to DLSU last September to December 2011 and DLSU sent them 3 exchange students from January to April 2012. In 2013 they are expecting a visiting faculty from the Nan Tien Institute to become a lecturer at their Religious Education Department.

Joji Ilagan Career Center Foundation Governor Chavez St. Davao City Status of Linkages: Active


Australia:

A. TAFE-NSW- South Western Sydney Institute

The TAFE partners teach TAFE courses in their campuses in the Philippines with supervision from a TAFE Director of Studies (DOS) from Australia using the course contents, curriculum and quality teaching standards of TAFE NSW. Documentation on the enrolment of each student will be sent to TAFE NSW in Australia. Local students in the Philippines will undertake exactly the same program as the Australian students under the AQTF Australian Qualifications Framework.6

For 2008, only TAFE Certificate III in Commercial Cookery course (2 semesters) were offered, while Diploma courses in Nursing, Accounting and Information Technology (four semesters each) are being considered but no definite date has been set. Completion of these Diploma courses will require a further 2 years of study in Australia to complete the relevant Bachelors degree, before the graduate can qualify for suitable skills assessment in the relevant occupation.7

Mindanao State University 9700, Marawi City, Lanao del Sur Status of Linkages: ACTIVE Australia:

A. University of Newcastle


A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between University of Newcastle and Mindanao State

University to enhance teacher training programs at MSU (supported by the Australian Agency for

International Development or AusAID).

Miriam College Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights, Quezon City Status of Linkages: ACTIVE Australia:

A. Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) University, Australia

Brief Background on Partnership A partner of Miriam College since 2005, RMIT and Miriam College first agreed to conduct the following international programs: student practicum/internships and field studies; faculty, staff

6 Joji Ilagan Career Center Foundation website. http://jojiilagancareercenter.com/faqs.do

7 Ibid.

http://jojiilagancareercenter.com/faqs.do


and student exchange, short-term academic programs and projects, seminars and academic meetings, and scholar exchange for research and classroom teaching. In 2007, a specific agreement was signed for Study Tours, Internships and Student Exchange. Both institutions agreed to promote the a) exchange of information and materials that ate of mutual interest, b) student and staff exchanges, and c) other forms of cooperation institutions may jointly arrange. MC and RMIT both agree to set the following time for their programs: one semester for student exchange, 20-60 to 60-120 days for internship and 3 weeks for study tours. By 2011, a specific agreement was signed for student exchange and study tours, stating that both institutions may send undergraduate, graduate and TAFE (vocational education and training) students. Both institutions agree to conduct a study tour for at least two weeks, with a group of at least 15 to a maximum of 25. RMIT and MC both agree to send a maximum of four students every year, with each student spending at least one semester in Australia or the Philippines.8 Nature of Linkages/Partnerships and International Programs9 Scholarships and Academic Exchanges

RMIT and MC both agree to allow students to stay and enroll as a student for a maximum period of twelve months. Academic exchange students –scholars and non-scholars alike- are asked to pay local tuition at their home institution. The scholarships, as part of the Australian government’s scholarship initiatives, amount to AUS $5,500 and are used to cover the living expenses incurred while studying at RMIT for one semester.10

Study Tours Collaborative study tours, undertaken by RMIT students in MC, Philippines, are organized at a time convenient for both institutions. RMIT, through its School of Global Studies, Social Sciences and Planning, is in charge of the crediting of the subjects of the undergraduate and graduate students.

International Programs and Status (from SY 2010-present)11: Scholarships

a. Two BS Child Development and Education (BS CDE) students studied in RMIT as exchange students under the Endeavour Scholarship Awards Student Exchange Program from July to November 2010;

8 International Partnerships & Programs Office, Miriam College

9 Ibid.

10 Ibid.

11 Ibid.


b. Two BA Communication (BA CA) students studied in RMIT as exchange students under the Endeavour Scholarship Awards Student Exchange Program from February to June 2012

Academic Exchanges12

a. Two CDE students studied in RMIT as exchange students under the Endeavour Student Exchange Program from July to November 2010;

b. Two CA students are studying in RMIT as exchange students under the Endeavour Student Exchange Program from February to June 2012;

c. Two CDE students have applied as exchange students to RMIT from July to November 2012 (And are currently taking up courses in RMIT)

d. Three Social Work (SW) exchange students from RMIT enrolled in MC for their SW Field Placement from June to October 2010

e. One SW student from RMIT enrolled in MC for her SW Field Placement from June to September 2011

f. Two SW exchange students from RMIT enrolled in MC for their SW Field Placement from November 2011 to March 2012

g. One SW student from RMIT is currently enrolled in MC for her SW field placement for June- September 2012

Study Tours13

a. Ongoing preparation for a collaborative study tour with RMIT in the Philippines this coming November 15-29, 2012 on the theme “International Perspective on Community Development and Women and International Justice”

Networking Meetings through RMIT14

a. Mark Flores, PAHRODF Deputy Facility Director, and Rod Sollesta, Organizational Development and Scholarships Division of AusAID, Dr. Marianne Sison of RMIT met with Dr. Margarita Acosta, COM Department Chairperson of MC CAS and Ms. Mary Grace Saguinsin of MC CAS in November 2011 and discussed possible collaborative projects with MC;

b. Ms. Gigi Francisco, International Studies (IS) Department Chairperson, Dr. Robbie Guevara, RMIT Senior Lecturer and Ms. Tesa de Vela, IPPO Head, met in November 2011 and discussed possible collaborative projects with MC, such as study tours;

c. Mark Flores, (Philippines Australia Human Resource and Organisational Development Facility) PAHRODF Deputy Facility Director, and Rod Sollesta, Organizational

12

Ibid. 13

Ibid. 14

Ibid.


Development and Scholarships Division of AusAID, Tesa de Vela, IPPO Head, and Ms. Maria Luz Martinez, SW Department Chairperson, met on November 2011 and discussed possible collaborative work with MC SW Department;

d. Scott Evans, Counselor for Australian Education International, met with MC administrators to present and discuss the Australian Endeavour Awards on November 2011

New Zealand:

A. Withireia Polytechnic, New Zealand

Brief Background on Partnership This partnership, supported by the New Zealand Trade and Enterprises, was signed in 2007 to strengthen their academic partnership and create the foundation for mutual cooperation and collaboration on early childhood education. In particular, both educational institutions agreed to conduct faculty and student exchange, twinning programmes, research and any other related areas.15

Nature of Linkages/Partnerships and International Programs

Student Exchange Students from both institutions may attend the classes for a maximum of one year and may opt to apply for internship, on-the-job training or field research as part of the exchange program. Students will pay local tuition at their home institution, while the host institution will waive the tuition and other related fees of the exchange student. The academic credits earned by the exchange students will be accepted by their home institution, provided that the home institution has found the credits appropriate to its standards. Transcripts will then be provided to the home institution upon the completion of the exchange.16

Short-term Study Tours and Cultural Programmes Undergraduate and graduate students will be provided with the necessary certificates for their participation in the short course/programme. The partner institutions are allowed to source out funding to augment the expenses of the participants.17

Faculty Exchange and Research Both institutions may host the exchange of the faculty for a duration of at least a semester. The visiting faculty and/or staff may then engage in either or all of the following: a) special lectures,

15

Ibid. 16

Ibid. 17

Ibid.


presentations and/or seminars to students and faculty, b) classroom teaching, c) research, d) collaborative curriculum development project/s, and d) conferences. Partner institutions would then subsidize the accommodation of the visiting faculty/staff, but the host institution is not obliged to pay for the salary of the visiting faculty. A minimum allowance may only be provided, upon the discretion of the host institution.18 Twinning Programs Under this program, students from partner institutions may spend the first two years of their chosen degree at their home institution and the two remaining years at their host institution.19 International Programs and Status The abovementioned international programs were available from May 2, 2007 (the date for signing the agreement) until May 2008 (the date for the validity of the Memorandum of Agreement).20 Student Exchange21

a. Two Early Childhood Education students from Whitireia studied in MC and had their internship as part of the pilot run of the programme from September 2007 to January 2008;

b. One BS Child Development and Education (BS CDE) studied in Whitireia as exchange student from February to July 2008.

Internship22

a. Three BS CDE students, accompanied by one faculty, took their internship in Whitireia from October 14 to November 10, 2007;

b. Four BS CDE students from MC took their internship in Whitireia from October 19, 2008 to November 16, 2008.

Southville International School 1281 Tropical Ave. Cor. Luxembourg St., BF Homes International, Las Piňas City Status of Linkages: ACTIVE Australia:

A. International College of Hotel Management (ICHM) Southville International School has an articulation agreement with ICHM for their Hotel and Restaurant Management programs.

18

International Partnerships and Programs Office, Miriam College. 19

Ibid. 20

Ibid. 21

Ibid. 22

Ibid.


New Zealand:

A. Auckland University of Technology B. Wellington Institute of Technology (WelTec)

St. Dominic College of Asia Bacoor, Cavite Australia:

A. Has partnership with TAFE New South Wales for the delivery of its commercial cookery programs.

B. Kent Institute of Business and Technology

St. Dominic College of Asia partnered with Kent Institute of Business and Technology for the delivery of two programs, namely; Diploma of Business and Diploma of Marketing. Diploma of Business is a 1-year course which covers Operations, Financial Management and Business Planning Management, while Diploma of Marketing is a 1-year course which focuses on Marketing Strategy, Marketing Analysis and Research.23

University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City The UP Office of Institutional Linkages listed thirteen (13) partnerships/linkages with Australian universities. They do not have specific information on these partnerships as of the moment (if these linkages are active or dormant) because the contracts/affiliations were done through specific colleges or other UP branches across the country. Australia:

A. University of Queensland


The University of the Philippines signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the University of Queensland for academic and research cooperation to develop, enhance and

23

St. Dominic College of Asia Website. http://www.stdominiccollege.edu.ph/index.php/2012-09-19-05-07-38/australian-international-diploma-program

http://www.stdominiccollege.edu.ph/index.php/2012-09-19-05-07-38/australian-international-diploma-program

http://www.stdominiccollege.edu.ph/index.php/2012-09-19-05-07-38/australian-international-diploma-program


maintain academic programs in mining engineering, metallurgical engineering, and other mining-related fields.

B. Curtin University of Technology C. James Cook University D. Korean Australian Research Center (KAREC) E. La Trobe University F. Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology G. Southern Cross University H. University of Melbourne I. University of New South Wales J. University of Sydney K. University of South Australia L. University of Sunshine Coast M. University of Sydney & Charleston State University

Other Education Institutions The following schools/colleges and universities are mentioned for direct connections and/or affiliations with Australian/New Zealand institutions: Raffles Design Institute Manila – an international college that is part of the Raffles Education Corporation Ltd., with colleges in Sydney and Auckland24; Site Skills Training (formerly Clark Education Group) – has skills training facilities located in Clark Freeport Zone; other facilities are located in Queensland and Western Australia;25 Gentingstar Tourism Academy – located in Pasay City, it offers competency-based and professional development training in the hospitality/corporate industries. It is a member of the Genting Group, and has affiliations to provide hospitality manpower to Travellers International Hotel Group, Inc., a joint venture obetween Alliance Global Group, Inc. and Genting Hong Kong, and also Star Cruises.26 Interserve Management and Manpower Resources Inc. – manpower services TAFE-NSW Registered Agents (Philippines): Australian Migration Specialists Consulting Inc. (AMS Consulting) Bridge Blue Pty. Ltd. – Philippines IDP Education Australia-Philippines (Manila and Cebu) International Education Specialists International Students Training and Consultancy (ISTAC) Philippines

24

Raffles Design Institute, http://www.raffles-design-institute.com.ph/programmes.html 25

Site Skills Training website, http://www.siteskillstraining.com.au/training-facility/site-skills-training-philippines/ 26

Genting Star Tourism Academy Website. http://www.gentingstaracademy.com/about-us.asp

http://www.raffles-design-institute.com.ph/programmes.html

http://www.siteskillstraining.com.au/training-facility/site-skills-training-philippines/

http://www.gentingstaracademy.com/about-us.asp


KOKOS International Philippines MigAssist- Manila

IV. Facts and Figures

Geographic location of Philippine schools/universities with partnerships from Australia and New Zealand Education Institutions

Majority of the main campuses of these schools and universities are located in Luzon (80 percent), while schools/ universities based in Visayas is 7 percent. Thirteen (13) percent of these education institutions are from Mindanao.

Linkages and Partnerships: Comparative number of Australian and New Zealand Education Institutions with Partnerships with Philippine Schools/Universities

Philippine schools and universities have more partnerships/affiliations/linkages with Australian Education institutions with a total of 30 education institutions (79 percent). On the other hand, they have 9 partnerships with New Zealand schools/universities at 23 percent.

80%

7% 13%

Luzon

Visayas

Mindanao

Australia 77%

New Zealand 23%


Linkages and Partnerships: Classification of Australian and New Zealand Education Institutions Sixty nine (69) percent of Australian & New Zealand partner education institutions are universities, while the TAFE/Registered Training organizations comprise of 31 percent of these linkages.

The University of the Philippines has the most number of Australian/ New Zealand Schools and Universities with 13, followed by De La Salle University and Ateneo de Manila University with 7 partnerships. Arellano University and Southville International School have 3 partnerships. AMA University, Asian Institute of Management,

69%

31%

University

TAFE/Registrered Training Org

1

5

25

Number of Australian & New Zealand Partner Institutions


Australian International School, DLS-College of St. Benilde, Miriam College, Joji Ilagan Career Center and St. Dominic College of Asia have 2 partnerships with Australian/New Zealand Education Institutions. Cebu Institute of Technology & Mindanao State University has one partnership each.

Background of Linkages (MOA, articulation agreement, informal) Most of the Philippine Education Institutions mentioned have a Memorandum of Understanding with their Australian and New Zealand partner institutions (90 percent); Articulation agreement comprises 4 percent; while Agreement in process and the informal linkages comprise 6 percent.

Nature of Linkages Before these partnerships were established, the host and partner institutions discuss possible areas of mutual interests which are beneficial for both parties. This may be in academics and research, scholarships, or people to people linkages. Forty-two percent of these linkages are for student and faculty exchange. Training and research collaboration is 23 percent, followed by scholarships/study tours, which have 15 percent. Twelve percent of these linkages are for the development of twinning programs, while 7 percent is for overseas studies. The remaining one percent is for visa processing.

Memorandum of Understanding

90%

Articulation Agreement

4%

No formal agreement 3%

Agreement in process 3%

Other 6%

Twinning Programs 12%

Visa Processing 1%

Student & Faculty Exchange

40%

Recruitment for overseas studies

7%

Scholarships and Study tours

14%

offshore programs 4%

Training & Research Collaboration

22%


V. Conclusion

International linkages among schools enhance their international relations by providing venue for academic research collaboration, training and exchange of knowledge among faculty, and increase networking opportunities among schools for other possible partnerships. International affiliations also attract more students to enroll in these schools/universities. In addition, it gives the opportunity for increased foreign and local student exchange, bridging cultural gaps and widening their horizons by fostering better social and cultural understanding.

The Philippines, Australia and New Zealand enjoy very good bilateral relations and knowledge in these education linkages among the three countries further enhance the Chamber’s goals to promote trade, investment and commercial relations through better education and training opportunities. Member businesses can take advantage of these linkages to establish connections among Philippine schools/universities or their partners in Australia and New Zealand. They can also explore training opportunities for their employees or possible internship prospects. ANZCHAM members can also tap these Australian or New Zealand –educated individuals for their current vacancies or future job opportunities. For ANZCHAM, the linkages database can also be a possible source of Australian-New Zealand alumni.

VI. Recommendations:

A. Dissemination of information to ANZCHAM members- Members should be able to access database for possible networking opportunities related to education, training & labor.

B. Invite Philippine schools/universities in database to become ANZCHAM members- These

schools/colleges/universities may be interested to network with the Chamber to further expand their contacts in Australia and New Zealand. Affiliations with member companies are also good opportunities for benefits such as employment opportunities. They can also become active participants in the Education, Training & Labor Committee, become possible speakers for Monthly Membership Meetings, or join ANZCHAM events.

C. Continued update or expansion of database- International linkages are likely to continue to

expand based on the schools/universities’ strategic plans or directions. Some of these linkages may be dormant as well, or they may be replaced with new linkages. ANZCHAM needs to update the database continuously to keep the information source current.


VII. REFERENCES:

Embassies:

Australian Embassy, Manila Level 23, Tower 2, RCBC Plaza, 6819 Ayala Avenue, Makati Tel. No. 757-8100

Anthony Weymouth Trade Commissioner

Benjie Garcia Education Manager Australian Trade Commission

New Zealand Embassy, Manila 23rd Flr., BPI Buendia Center, 360 Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City Tel. No. 891-5358

Maricon Popanes-Lim Business Development Manager New Zealand Trade Enterprise

Schools/Universities: AMA Computer University Maximina Street, Villa Arca Subd., Proj. 4, Quezon City Remy Lapso Office of Admissions Tel: 330-0378 Email: [email protected] Arellano University 2600 Legarda St., Sampaloc, Manila Philip Flores Program Officer International Programs Division Tel: 736-9450 Email: [email protected]

Asian Institute of Management Eugenio Lopez Foundation Bldg., Joseph R. McMicking Campus, 123 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights, Quezon City Justin Modesto III

mailto:[email protected]



Research Manager Center for Development Management Tel: 892-4011 Email: [email protected] Australian International School Manila Main - 2332 C. Roces Ext., Bgy. Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City David Esteban Marketing and Communications Tel: 844-9915 Email: [email protected] Ateneo de Manila University Loyola Heights, Katipunan Avenue, Quezon City Glenn F. de Leon Director Office of International Relations 3/F Faber Hall Tel/Fax: (+632) 426 5907 Email: [email protected] Website: www.ateneo.edu/oir

Brent International School Brentville Subdivision, Bragangay Mamplasan, Biňan, Laguna Joseph Levno Director for Academic Affairs Tel : 511-4330 ext. 317 Email: [email protected] Cebu Institute of Technology N. Bacalso Avenue, Cebu City Concordia C. Bacalso Head, Networking and Linkages Office Tel: +6332-238-9201 Email: [email protected] DLS-College of St. Benilde 2554 Taft Avenue, Manila Foreign Students Unit Tel: 526-7441 to 47 De La Salle University Taft Avenue, Manila Aleta Tabalba Office of the EVP for External Relations and Internationalization Tel: 523-3911




http://www.ateneo.edu/oip




Joji Ilagan Career Center Foundation Governor Chavez St. Davao City Tel: 082 2275602 Fax: 082 2210315 Mindanao State University 9700, Marawi City, Lanao del Sur Office of Vice President for Academic Affairs

Email: [email protected]

SASE queries: [email protected]

Miriam College Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights, Quezon City Ella Mae Eleazar Project Assistant International Partnerships and Programs Office Tel: 580-5400 loc. 1099

Southville International School 1281 Tropical Ave. Cor. Luxembourg St., BF Homes International, Las Piňas City Jennifer Rio Capanang Email : [email protected] St. Dominic College of Asia Bacoor, Cavite Tel: (046) 417 8161 / 417 5095 (046) 417 - 7322 loc 119 University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City Adel Abaya Student Exchange Program Coordinator Office of Institutional Linkages Tel: 9818500 loc. 2143 Email: [email protected]



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