It is said that knowledge is power. In this modern, digitally driven world, the access to information to fuel this knowledge has never been greater. Joining the workforce armed with the tools and global perspective needed to navigate this space is the golden ticket. This was the impetus for Mapúa University —to create a more holistic campus experience in preparing its students for a fast-paced future. The university’s collaboration with Arizona State University enhances these program offerings through its Global Classrooms.
Mapúa University takes pride in being able to offer students a unique experience during their time on campus. Access to globalized and internationalized learning sessions via the Global Classrooms, in collaboration with the ASU-Cintana Alliance, has been a game changer in business and health science education.
Given that Mapúa University has several campuses, Global Classrooms have become a great and cost-effective way to connect students with ASU’s renowned faculty. Now, access to the best resource speakers is made possible with minimal implications to student tuition and fees. This platform also provides students with access to over 600 online courses offered by ASU’s network – enabling them to develop essential mindsets and prepare themselves for a flourishing career.
“If our students can’t afford to go to the US, then the US can come to their classroom.” shares Dr. Jagdeep Jassel, Dean of Mapua’s business school. “We have Global classroom initiatives and global signature courses that will be taught by international faculty.”
Furthermore, Key Pillars in the student’s learning experience are further emphasized, namely: Global Immersion, Real-Experiential Learning, Digital Mastery, and Advanced and Immersive Facilities. Business Administration student Janna Fel Mari A. Lucea echoes how valuable this resource has been to her as a student. “The presence of ASU faculty brought a fresh perspective and an international dimension to the classroom, enriching the overall educational environment,” She also found active learning techniques like group discussions, case studies, and collaborative projects to be critical in encouraging student participation, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Special sessions by industry leaders and subject matter experts are also held alongside the professors at ASU, helping them gain valuable global perspectives on various fields of study. To this, Lucea adds, “The collaboration between local and international professors provided a globalized educational experience and expanded our horizons, enhancing our academic growth and preparing us for a global workforce.”
“One of the good things about studying business at Mapúa is the abundance of resources and endless learning opportunities. It allows us to continuously absorb and apply our knowledge, making our learning journey seamless and dynamic,” Business Administration student Angelique France Santiago emphasizes. “Moreover, Mapúa provides various resources that greatly benefit business students, further enriching our education.”
As they approach graduation, these students can be guaranteed of one thing – a firm foundation driven by Mapúa’s key learning pillars, enhanced by ASU’s worldview, that will set them up for future success.
