This article was originally published on 2019-09-02 15:40:11 As buzzwords in the world of education and human resources go, the phrase 'T-shaped skills' is still relatively new. It was first used, rarely, in the 1980s and 1990s, but came into common use among technology companies some time in the early-to-mid 2010s. But the principle behind ... continue reading
This article was originally published at 2019-07-26 17:52:58 What goes on in the minds of young Filipinos as they grow up in an increasingly globalized media-saturated society? What are the experiences that shape their values? What do the films they watch and the books that they read teach them about their identity as Filipinos, and about ... continue reading
This article was originally posted on 2019-07-12 19:28:14 “The Philippine economy has two ‘sweet spots’ going for it in the next twenty years at least,” says eminent economist Bernardo M. Villegas in a paper released during the recent Midyear Business Economics Briefing at the University of Asia and the Pacific. The first is the country’s ... continue reading
Praise for the Philippines’ large and young population, as well as emphasis on the need for training, were among the key points of a forum on “Population and Family: Positive Resources of Society,” organized by the Center for Research and Communication on February 3, 2016 at the UA&P Dizon Auditorium. The forum brought together educators, ... continue reading
By Veronica E. Ramirez, Ph.D. The Center for Research and Communication, through the BPI Professorial Chair for Migration and Overseas Work, organized the Focus Group Discussion on the Implementation of the No Placement Fee Policy on December 11, 2015 at the University of Asia and the Pacific. Chair Holder, Veronica Esposo Ramirez, Ph.D led the ... continue reading
“The only way we can eradicate poverty is to grow at 8 to 10% . . . [and to have] direct intervention by the state. But that means farm-to-market roads, irrigation systems, post-harvest facilities . . . we need a lot more.” This was how Dr. Bernardo Villegas opened the round table discussion on the ... continue reading
Dr. Veronica Ramirez was inducted into the National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) Division of Social Sciences on November 13, 2015 at its 4th quarter NRCP Division VIII scientific session and business meeting held at Centro Escolar University, Manila. The induction of new Associate Members was headed by Dr. Leslie Bauzon, Chairperson of the ... continue reading
This post was last edited on 2015-12-23 14:05:05 CRC Director for Research Dr. Bernardo Villegas gave members of the diplomatic corps a preview of the possible economic scenario in the next administration at the “Philippines Beyond 2016: Economic Briefing for Diplomats” held on October 2, 2015 at the University of Asia and the Pacific. Presenting ... continue reading
This article was last edited at 2015-12-22 09:34:51 The Center for Research and Communication organized a Round Table Discussion on Agribusiness and Inclusive Growth on September 15, 2015 in UA&P, as part of the activities of the Leo Parma/Asiapro Professorial Chair for Social Entrepreneurship. The various agribusiness entrepreneurs and social enterprise practitioners in attendance exchanged ... continue reading
Dr. Veronica Ramirez, CRC Director for Operations, presented two research papers on migration entitled, “Maximizing Remittances to the Philippines towards Integral Human Development” and “Foreign Students in Philippine Education: Trends and Challenges.” This was at the 2015 International Metropolis Conference in Mexico City on Sept. 8 and 9, 2015, organized by Metropolis Professional Development (MPD) ... continue reading
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