Office of Institutional Planning and Development Services

Last Monday, April 6, 2026, the 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 -𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 (𝐎𝐕𝐂𝐒𝐈-𝐎𝐈𝐏𝐃𝐒) conducted a 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐅𝐏 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦. This activity focused on the recently deployed 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 feature, which allows users to input their quarterly reports. The workshop aimed to explore the feature’s functionality, gather user feedback, and identify areas for further improvement.

The new feature is designed to streamline the collection of both performance and financial quarterly data from all responsibility centers across the campus, supporting more efficient monitoring and reporting processes.

Prior to the workshop proper, an orientation session was conducted with invited resource speakers and heads of offices to guide participants in the preparation of Work and Financial proposals and accomplishment reports. 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐭. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐘𝐚𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐫𝐚 𝐏. 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐆𝐀𝐃) 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 discussed how to properly identify and tag initiatives under GAD. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨 𝐋. 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚, 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐄𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞, provided insights on aligning activities with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and emphasized their importance. Meanwhile, 𝐌𝐬. 𝐊𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐚 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐞 𝐑. 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐚 𝐑𝐚𝐦𝐚, 𝐂𝐏𝐀, 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧, addressed common concerns in selecting appropriate fund accounts for proposals.

Following the discussions, an open forum was held to allow participants to raise questions and clarify key concepts, followed by the hands-on workshop. Each cluster then selected representatives to present their initial data inputs in the system and share their early experiences in using the new feature.

This initiative marks a significant step toward enhancing data management, improving reporting efficiency, and strengthening institutional planning across the campus.

The Institute’s strategic planning for its future infrastructure projects is moving full steam ahead!

The Office of Institute Planning and Development Services (OIPDS) sat down with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in preparation for MSU-IIT’s Budget Proposal for Fiscal Year 2027. This crucial coordination meeting was held specifically to secure the necessary requirements for proposed infrastructure projects of the University.

In addition, the OIPDS, in close coordination with the Civil Engineering Department (COE), conducted a strategic benchmarking visit to the renowned Kauswagan Boardwalk in Lanao del Norte—Region X’s longest coastal walkway, as part of the design and planning process of our proposed Wharf Facility for the MSU-IIT Research Vessel at Fuentes, Maria Cristina, Iligan City.
Once realized, this durable and compliant wharf facility at Fuentes will establish a massive support base for marine research, monitoring, and extension activities. It is expected to revolutionize practical learning for our Marine Biology students by providing:

-Expedited Field Research: A centralized, safe platform to launch research vessels and conduct immediate marine sample collections. -Enhanced Data Collection: A permanent, secure station for deploying and retrieving delicate oceanographic instruments and monitoring equipment.
- Practical Training: A real-world environment for students and researchers to practice coastal engineering and marine conservation techniques.
- Safe Operations: Secure docking, loading, and unloading of heavy research equipment and personnel.

The Institute looks forward to pushing through these planning phases, bringing our researchers and the Marine Biology department closer to the water than ever before.

Exciting times are ahead for MSU-IIT!

Alright! In our first meeting with senior management for 2026, we are already engaging in discussions on the FY2027 Work and Financial Proposals. The meeting was attended by the Chancellor, Vice Chancellors, the Office of Budget Management, and the Office of Institutional Planning and Development Services. The session focused on deliberating strategic directions, operational adjustments, and budgetary priorities in preparation for the upcoming fiscal year.

We just entered 2026 and are already preparing for 2027! This commitment to deliberate planning is what has consistently fueled MSU-IIT's success.

A day before the University’s 2025 year-end assessment, top management came together for a strategic management review to take stock of progress and align on the path ahead. OQUAMS presented the university internal audit update, while OIPDS led a deep dive into our institutional KPIs under the 5-Year Development Plan (2022–2026).

More than a review, the session shaped bold initiatives and renewed momentum, laying a strong foundation for the final year of our 5-Year Development Plan and reinforcing our commitment to excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Let’s take a look back at last year’s Year-End Performance Assessment.

On December 16–17, 2025, 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 -𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 (𝐎𝐕𝐂𝐒𝐈-𝐎𝐈𝐏𝐃𝐒) hosted the 2025 Year-End Performance Assessment at the MSU-IIT Gymnasium, reflecting on our progress as we approach the final year of the 5-Year Development Plan. Discussions went beyond institutional KPIs to include financial performance, infrastructure updates, and office-led initiatives that are shaping the university’s path forward.

The assessment also considered the experiences of the entire MSU-IIT community, surfacing challenges, celebrating practices that are already working, and exploring how these can be strengthened, scaled, or replicated across the Institute.

As insights emerged and reflections deepened, the path became clear: MSU-IIT must act decisively, learn from what works, and embrace a shared vision for the future.

What we commit to today will define MSU-IIT beyond 2026.

Hello, MSU-IIT Community!

We’re excited to announce that our Year-End Assessment will be held on December 16–17, 2025, at the MSU-IIT Gymnasium.

This year, we’re keeping it simple and meaningful by celebrating within our campus, in line with DBM Circular Letter No. 2025-11 (dated November 3, 2025), which reminds all agencies to be judicious and prudent in the use of government funds for year-end gatherings.

Why this matters:

We get to celebrate our collective achievements together, right here at home.

Funds from our General Appropriations Act (GAA) will be prioritised for faculty and staff incentives such as CNA, SRI, and other benefits and gratuities.

Let’s come together to reflect on our milestones, recognise our hardworking community, and look forward to an even brighter 2026!

Save the dates: December 16–17, 2025
Venue: MSU-IIT Gymnasium

See you there, MSU-IIT family!

End of the week!

Wrapped up our two-day deliberation of the Work and Financial Plans Proposals for FY 2027 on November 20–21 with our clusters (OVCIA, OVCAF, OVCRE, OVCAA) and their offices.

Over the sessions, we reviewed programs, projects, and activities with the vice chancellors, office heads, and financial assistants , identifying areas for improvement and addressing recurring office concerns. This includes navigating some new features of our newly deployed iPLAN.iit — the automated Work and Financial Plan system that replaced our previous Google Sheet/ Excel setup.

As they say, “Change is tough… but staying the same is tougher.”

Next week, it’s the turn of the remaining clusters (OVCSI, OC, OVCPA, OVCSS). Looking forward to another productive round! 🙌

On September 11, 2025, we conducted a Zoom meeting attended by our Chancellor and all Vice Chancellors.

The main agenda focused on the Final Review of the Work and Financial Plans (WFP) for Fiscal Year 2026. We thoroughly examined the major Programs, Activities, and Projects (PAPs) for 2026—identifying what should be prioritized, what still needs to be included, and what we might have overlooked. The discussion also centered on how these initiatives can further strengthen our institute and align with our long-term development goals.

This careful planning process is vital to ensure that resources are maximized and that our strategies will create meaningful and lasting impact in the coming year.