BU, UniEd, partner to embed industry experience in academic programs

RESPONDING to the call for creating better pathways to career and employment, Unilab Education (UniEd) and Baliuag University (BU) have forged a partnership, centered on strengthening skills-based learning and addressing the evolving needs of industry and the workforce.

MAKING PATHS FOR STUDENTS (From left, seated) Elizabeth Roxas, Baliuag University (BU) dean of the College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences (CNAHS); Jose Maria Ochave, Unilab Education (UniEd) president and chief operating officer; Patricia Bustos Lagunda, president of BU; Maria Teresa Santos, UniEd firector for Academic Affairs. (From left, standing) Ramon Miguel Barredo, UniEd director for Strategic Partnerships; Lourdes Policarpio, college secretary of CNAHS; Susan Jacinto, BU legal counsel; Monina Santos, vice president for Finance and Administration; Nancy de los Reyes, director of Center for Academic Development and Assessment; Marie Paul Rosuello, chief of staff; and Christian Vicmudo, Med Tech Program chairman. PHOTO FROM UNIED

Working closely with UniEd, BU aims to align its academic offerings with industry practice and focus on competencies that are in-demand within both the local and international labor market. The partnership, in particular, will concentrate on developing the practical skills of students through internships, clinical rotations, and other hands-on learning experiences, as well as incorporating advanced technologies into their various curricula.

The partnership also coincides with BU’s centennial anniversary and marks another historic milestone in the university’s storied reputation of building a proud community of leaders, educators and lifelong learners.

During the partnership launch, BU President Patricia Lagunda remarked: "As we commemorate 100 years of academic excellence, this partnership advances us toward a future marked by innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to student success. Together, we are creating new opportunities for our learners to thrive in an increasingly changing world."

“Through this partnership, we stay true to UniEd’s focus on skills readiness, particularly in preparing graduates for the workforce and addressing rapidly changing labor market demands. This involves equipping students with practical skills, knowledge, and attitudes to thrive in their chosen fields,” said Unilab Education President Jose Maria Ochave.