A significant step toward academic collaboration and sustainable development was marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Philippine College of Science and Technology – College of Computer Studies (CCS) and Baguio Central University – College of Business Administration (CBA) on April 8, 2026, held in Calasiao, Pangasinan. The agreement formalizes the partnership between the two institutions through the implementation of a Faculty Exchange Program aimed at enhancing instructional quality, research productivity, and institutional linkages while contributing to global development goals.
Representing BCU in the MOA signing were Dr. Cherrie Mae M. Manuel, Dean of the College of Business Administration; Dr. Michael T. Sebullen, Research Director; and Ms. Marga L. Taganas, MBA, CPA, BSBA Program Coordinator. From PhilCST, the signatories and representatives included Engr. Charo G. Almonte, Dean of the College of Computer Studies; Dr. Ma. Ditas Fernandez, Officer-in-Charge Research Director; and Engr. Oscar F. Gironella Jr., Vice President for Administration.
The Faculty Exchange Program is anchored on the following objectives:
- To promote the exchange of expertise and best practices in teaching, research, and extension services between faculty members of both institutions;
To strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly in integrating business and technology education;
To enhance faculty competencies through exposure to diverse academic environments and innovative pedagogical approaches;
To support joint research initiatives, publications, and academic engagements; and
To contribute to continuous quality improvement aligned with accreditation standards and global educational frameworks.
This collaboration directly supports Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4: Quality Education by improving teaching and learning through faculty development and knowledge exchange. It also advances SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure by fostering innovation through the integration of technology and research in academic programs. Furthermore, the partnership embodies SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, as it strengthens institutional collaboration and shared commitment to advancing education and research.
The MOA signing also marked the initial implementation of the partnership, as faculty members from BCU served as resource speakers, sharing expertise on capstone development and the integration of technology in research. This immediate engagement reflects the practical and outcomes-driven nature of the agreement.
Through this initiative, the Philippine College of Science and Technology and Baguio Central University reaffirm their commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and sustainable development. The Faculty Exchange Program not only strengthens institutional linkages but also contributes to the broader goal of developing globally competent educators and future-ready graduates.