In a collaborative effort to enhance educational practices and institutional programs, Assumption College Makati City successfully conducted a benchmarking visit to San Beda College Alabang. The delegation, led by Melanie Paulino, Director of Basic Education Division Human Resources and Administrative Affairs, and Maria Angela Kara Decloedt, IBED Principal, sought to explore and learn from San Beda’s best practices in several key areas.
The visit, which took place on October 17, 2024, focused on three main areas: Human Resource management, the Learning Resource Center, and specific academic subjects. San Beda College Alabang’s administrators and faculty welcomed the delegation warmly, sharing insights, programs, and processes that have significantly contributed to the institution’s growth.
During the discussion on Human Resource (HR) practices, the Assumption College team was introduced to San Beda’s personnel qualifications, employment status, and salary structures. The host institution also elaborated on its comprehensive benefits programs, promotion policies, and retirement plans for both faculty and staff. Of particular interest were the research initiatives and incentives available for faculty members, which have been instrumental in fostering a culture of academic excellence and professional development. San Beda’s HR evaluation procedures and policies provided valuable insights for the Assumption College team to consider in their own institutional framework.
The visit also highlighted San Beda’s Learning Resource Center (LRC). Assumption College representatives were impressed with the innovative programs and services available to students, as well as the advanced facilities, including state-of-the-art library resources and audio-visual equipment. The team was particularly interested in San Beda’s resource development plans, which aim to enhance the overall learning experience of students and educators alike.
In the academic segment of the benchmarking, the focus was on the subjects of Filipino, Health & Physical Education (PE), and Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE). San Beda’s best practices in teaching these subjects, along with their curriculum offerings and specialized facilities, were shared in detail. The team from Assumption College was inspired by the strategic and dynamic approaches San Beda has implemented to meet the changing needs of 21st-century learners.
Both institutions expressed their appreciation for the productive exchange, with Assumption College noting how the insights gained during the visit would help enhance their own programs and policies. San Beda College Alabang expressed its commitment to continuous collaboration with other educational institutions, fostering a shared vision of academic excellence and community growth.
The success of this benchmarking activity has not only deepened the professional rapport between Assumption College and San Beda College Alabang, but also set a precedent for future collaborative endeavors aimed at enhancing Philippine education.
As both institutions strive for excellence, the knowledge exchanged during this visit is expected to lead to more transformative developments in curriculum design, human resource management, and innovative teaching methods. The fruitful discussions reinforced the idea that educational institutions, despite their differences, can benefit from working together and learning from each other’s strengths.
This event has once again highlighted San Beda College Alabang’s role as a leader in educational innovation, with its commitment to sharing its practices and helping other institutions grow. The administration at San Beda looks forward to hosting similar initiatives in the future, opening their doors to more schools seeking to elevate the quality of education in the country.
As they move ahead, both schools remain dedicated to their mission of providing quality education rooted in excellence and service, ensuring that their students, faculty, and staff are well-equipped to meet the challenges of the future. The spirit of collaboration and learning that defined this event promises to extend far beyond the day, setting a strong foundation for continuous improvement and partnership in the years to come.
