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Rabbi’s heart was once set on medicine, driven by the painful memories of watching her grandparents battle cancer. But as the pandemic wore on and money grew tighter, that dream began to feel like a luxury. Medical school was long, expensive, and increasingly out of reach. She also considered the idea of entrepreneurship, having had firsthand experience helping her grandmother’s small catering business. Yet she wasn’t sure how to bridge the gap between interest and opportunity.

The traditional education system offered little comfort—too costly, too theoretical, and not fast enough in delivering practical skills. Rabbi needed a new path—one that made learning accessible, relevant, and financially sustainable.

Growing up, Kay saw himself as an above-average student, but he admits he didn’t put in much effort during his school years.

“In school, I was average because I never put in much effort. But at eduCLaaS, I learned that real growth comes from hard work – and it changed everything”

This changed when he discovered coding during the COVID-19 pandemic. With extra time on his hands, he began learning basic programming concepts, sparking a passion that would shape his future. Unlike traditional education, which he found boring and rigid, coding provided him with excitement and a sense of achievement.

“Traditional college did not provide that much thrill… Before exams, they give me a sheet. We just read it, answer it, and that’s it. But coding gives me a fire to start something.”

This realization led him to eduCLaaS.

Daniel enrolled at the University of Cebu but quickly saw the disconnect between classroom theory and industry needs. Despite his passion, the rigid structure of traditional education felt limiting.

“I didn’t want to just listen to lectures and take exams, I wanted to learn by doing.”

For someone who thrives in dynamic environments and values practical experience, the lack of hands-on learning and work exposure became a major challenge. While his peers were content following a four-year academic track, Daniel craved something different—something more aligned with the tech industry’s pace and demands.

After completing his A/Levels, Bihimuthu was ready to pursue his passion—but reality posed several roadblocks. Local programs were either too expensive, too far, or too theoretical. He didn’t want to spend years in a classroom just to come out lacking the practical experience that employers expect. The looming prospect of student loans and a delayed career start made the conventional route feel increasingly out of touch.

He knew he needed more than just a degree—he needed experience, financial flexibility, and a chance to grow in real-time with the industry.

Yeshua describes himself as an “average student,” but what he lacked in grades, he made up for with curiosity and creativity. He loved gaming and digital content, two passions that eventually nudged him toward digital marketing. But growing up wasn’t easy. His family faced financial challenges, especially after his father’s accident, and those realities shaped the way he thought about the future.

He knew that whatever path he took, it had to be practical and sustainable, not just for himself, but to ease the burden on his parents.

“I wanted something practical and sustainable, something that wouldn’t make my parents worry about tuition fees,” he shares.

Traditional university? Too expensive. Four years of lectures before entering the workforce? Not ideal. He needed something different. Something faster. Something real.

Like many students, Derven’s education was disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing him into modular learning for his K-12 years. When he graduated, he faced the common dilemma of choosing between a traditional college degree and an alternative path that offered real-world experience.

“I heard this opportunity from a friend… They told me that they have college here, that it’s new on our site. So, I tried to enroll because it’s a hassle to commute for going to school.”

Unlike traditional universities, eduCLaaS’s digital business bachelor’s degree provided a 70:20:10 Work-Integrated learning model, allowing Derven to earn while he learned. This was a game-changer for him, as he could now finance his own education through his apprenticeship salary.

After completing her A-levels, Farziya found herself at a crossroads. Despite her good academic results, the idea of spending four years in a traditional, theory-heavy university program felt uncertain. She was well aware of the growing number of graduates struggling to find jobs, and she didn’t want to follow the same path.

“I knew there was a risk in going to university because it’s hard to find a proper job as well in a market, so that was one thing which I was like, maybe I’m not a job person. Maybe I’m a businessperson”

What she really needed was a learning model that could offer both solid education and real-world experience—something that could help her stand out in a saturated job market.

When Jerra started seriously exploring her options, the tech field emerged as a strong contender. But diving into a software engineering course was a big leap—especially with no prior experience in coding. The thought of committing several years to a traditional university program, filled mostly with theoretical learning, brought hesitation.

She worried about spending years in school only to emerge without the real-world skills needed to thrive in the industry. The gap between education and employment was intimidating. What she needed was a path that offered practical experience, job readiness, and flexibility—without sacrificing the depth of learning.

“The thought of spending more time, more years in school without knowing if I’d be fully prepared for the future or the job I’ll be taking, it was quite intimidating.

Traditional education focuses a lot more on theory and doesn’t really provide hands-on experience. I was worried that I wouldn’t be ready for the job by the time I graduated traditionally.”

Nazila briefly considered going the conventional route, but it didn’t take long to realize that he needed something different—something hands-on, structured, and with a clear link to employability. The idea of sitting through long lectures for four years without knowing if it would lead to a job felt uninspiring.

At one point, he thought about jumping straight into the workforce, but he lacked the skills and experience employers were looking for. He needed a learning experience that could bridge the gap between being a student and being a professional.

That’s when he discovered eduCLaaS.

As a child, Franchiska—or Chika, as she’s fondly called—was happiest with a pencil in hand, sketching out scenes from her imagination. Drawing was her comfort zone, her passion, and, for a long time, her dream. But as she approached university, the realities of choosing a career path began to set in.

“I didn’t see myself as a business person,” she said. “But I also knew I didn’t want to study something that wouldn’t be useful in the long run.”

So she made a choice—not to abandon creativity, but to redirect it. Instead of pursuing art professionally, she decided to channel her strengths into something with broader potential: digital business.

It wasn’t an easy decision. Coming from a humble background, she also had to weigh financial practicality, job security, and the desire for flexibility in her learning experience.

“I wanted to study somewhere that allowed online learning. It’s more efficient, and I didn’t want to waste time and energy on daily commutes.”

That’s when she was introduced to eduCLaaS—a program that would eventually shape both her career goals and her personal growth.