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eduCLaaS and University of San Agustin Collaborate for Future Education and Workforce in Digital Age

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Singapore, March 15th, 2024 – The University of San Agustin visited the headquarters of eduCLaaS in Singapore, taking a significant step towards fostering collaborative ventures in advancing education and workforce development in the digital era. The purpose of this visit was to delve into eduCLaaS’ methodologies and solutions aimed at equipping graduates with requisite digital-age competencies while also identifying potential synergies for joint program development between the two institutions.
 
At the meeting, Dr. Roland, serving as the Global Alliances Head at eduCLaaS, unveiled CLaaS® (Competency Learning as a Service) solutions designed to address the digital skills gap. Additionally, he introduced the concept of dual-track applied degrees tailored to meet industry demands and highlighted the importance of lifelong learning initiatives to accommodate the evolving needs of the workforce.
Reflecting on the visit, Engr. Joel B Garcera as a Director of the Center for Information and Communication Support Services (CICSS) representing the University of San Agustin, expressed his admiration for eduCLaaS’ innovative approaches to competency-based learning and underscored the promising prospects for collaborative advancements in educational technology. “It was a fantastic experience to visit eduCLaaS’s headquarters in Singapore and discuss more about the upcoming collaborative opportunities for education technology with Dr. Roland and the team. Their dedication to revolutionizing competency-based learning through inventive strategies is remarkable, and we believe this emphasizes the positive future possibilities for educational growth,” he said. Dr. Roland, in turn, expressed eagerness to further explore collaborative opportunities with the University of San Agustin, emphasizing the mutual goal of empowering individuals with essential digital skills for the future.
About eduCLaaS
eduCLaaS is a Pan-Asia Digital Learning and Talent Platform which aims to deliver talent and enterprise growth with CLaaS® for inclusive digital economy transformation. We connect higher education students, working adults, enterprises, employers, and post-secondary institutions for digital upskilling, digital career induction, and digital workforce development.
CLaaS® delivers Competency Learning as a Service to bridge the digital skills gap with competency-based curriculum, work-based learning pedagogy, and blended work2learn journey. CLaaS® courses have received accreditations from education regulatory bodies and over 100 international universities.
eduCLaaS, with a network of 100+ campuses, has served over 50,000+ learners, and 2,000+ enterprises across Asia with CLaaS®. Find out more about eduCLaaS at https://www.educlaas.com/
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About University of San Agustin
Founded in 1904 by the Augustinian friars, the University of San Agustin in Iloilo City has evolved into a leading institution offering diverse programs in fields such as science, arts, technology, commerce, law, health sciences, theology, and more. Recognized as the first university in Western Visayas, it has continually expanded its offerings and facilities, including a second campus in Sambag, Jaro, Iloilo City, to accommodate its growing student population.
The university has been granted autonomous status by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), allowing it to offer new programs and establish affiliations with foreign institutions. With nine colleges offering various disciplines, the university emphasizes instruction, research, and extension services, contributing significantly to education and community development in the region. For more information, visit the university’s website https://usa.edu.ph/