UA&P School of Management

𝗔𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗮 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗨𝗔&𝗣 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 (𝟭𝟬𝟬𝗠𝗟) 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲

Key officials from the Arizona State University (ASU)-Thunderbird School of Global Management visited the University of Asia and the Pacific on May 18 to discuss the possible areas of partnership through the 100 Million Learners (100ML) Global Initiative.

The ASU delegation was headed by Mr. Simon Turner - Global Lead for Partnerships and 100 Million Learners initiative. Dr. Ruel Maningas, the UA&P School of Management (SMN) Vice Dean and focal point for SMN’s internationalization program took the lead in the discussion on behalf of UA&P. Other key UA&P officials present during the visit were Dr. Fe Gladys Golo -Vice President for Academic and Faculty Affairs, Ms. Aurea Cruz - Vice President for Administration and Finance, Ms. Adoracion Relos - Quality Assurance Office (QAO) Accreditations and Rankings Head, Ms. Jodie Claire Ngo - BSBA Program Director and SMN Operations Committee (OPCOM) Secretary, and Ms.Elsie Laguador - SMN Consultant.

Mr. Turner, together with Ms. Samantha Alvis of the Thunderbird School of Global Management, presented the 100 Million Learners Global initiative and outlined the 100ML Partnership Framework. They also highlighted several examples of how 100ML has collaborated with universities worldwide, including the Global Entrepreneurship and Business Essentials Bootcamp and courses offered by the Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation Foundation.

The visit was made possible through the support of Ms. Jenny Ho-Vijungco, Honorary Consul of the Philippines in Arizona, who assisted in coordinating the visit, along with Ms. Jhona Camba, UA&P Senior International Affairs Officer. (By RV Maningas)

It was both an exciting and bittersweet day as we celebrated the Closing Rites of the Certificate Program in Church Management on May 8, 2026.

For the past month, 33 priests and 1 lay representing different parishes from all over the Philippines came together in a shared journey of learning, reflection, and growth. This milestone marks not only the completion of the course but also the recognition of the dedication, openness, and commitment each participant has shown in re-learning, re-tooling, and reflecting on the valuable insights gathered throughout the program.

As they return to their respective communities, may they bring with them renewed wisdom, strengthened leadership, and a deeper sense of mission in serving the Church and their parishioners.

“To be a good shepherd is to walk with your flock, guide them with wisdom, and serve them with a heart filled with compassion and faith.”

Congratulations to all our participants, and may God continue to bless your ministry and service.

A new Church management program launched this week aims to equip Catholic leaders with stronger stewardship and mission-driven leadership skills.

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✨ The first run of the Program of Church Management (PCM) has officially begun!

Organized by the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) SouthEast Asia Business Studies (SEABS) in partnership with the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross – Santa Croce, Rome, this pioneering initiative brings together Church leaders and professionals to strengthen stewardship and mission-driven leadership.
The opening program featured meaningful messages from distinguished speakers:

• Rev. Fr. Carlos Estrada, Chaplain of UA&P

• Atty. John Philip R. Yeung, President of UA&P

• Most Rev. Gilbert A. Garcera, Archbishop of Lipa and President of the CBCP

• Rev. Fr. Lamberto S. Ramos, Shrine Rector and Parish Priest in Marikina

• Msgr. Martin Schlag, Director, Markets, Culture and Ethics Research Center, Pontifical University of the Holy Cross

• Rev. Fr. Julio Dieguez, Vice Grand Chancellor of UA&P

A highlight of the program was the lecture on Ecclesiology and Temporal Goods, delivered by Most Rev. Gilbert Garcera and Rev. Fr. Edgar Soria.

The PCM will run until May 8, forming leaders committed to faithful stewardship and effective Church service.

Heads up, future Dragons! 🐉

The application deadline for the 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 (𝗠𝗔𝗕𝗔) program has been extended to 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭𝟱.

Learn more about the program:
🔗 https://www.uap.asia/about-maba

Ready to apply? Submit your application here:
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