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Best MBA Programs & Schools in the Philippines

Exploring your options for earning an MBA degree?

Maybe you’re stuck in a career rut. Or you’re going along just fine, but you want to fast-track your growth in the company. Or you’re aiming for something more ambitious, like becoming the next Bill Gates or Mark Zuckerberg.

Whatever pushed you to consider an MBA degree, take the time to decide if it’s right for you. Yes, an MBA education is beneficial to one’s career in many ways, but it isn’t for everyone. 

To make that all-important decision, be informed about different MBA programs and business schools that offer them. 

Here’s everything you need to know about taking an MBA degree in the Philippines.

What is an MBA Course?

A Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is a graduate degree that provides students with in-depth theoretical and practical training to develop technical and leadership skills for key management roles. 

This graduate business degree, typically taken by early-career and mid-career professionals, is more advanced than an associate or bachelor’s degree in business administration.

Usually completed in two years, MBA programs in the Philippines cover a range of business-related subjects, including finance, accounting, economics, marketing, operations, and strategy. 

In some business schools, MBA students may either take a general track or specialize in a particular field such as entrepreneurship, strategic management, operations management, marketing management, or people management.

Requirements and Eligibility for MBA in the Philippines

Before you start looking for business schools and sending your application, check first if you qualify for an MBA program and have all the documents that your target university requires.

Keep reading to learn more about eligibility and document requirements for admission to an MBA school in the Philippines.

How do you qualify for an MBA degree?

1. You must be a graduate of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

Since an MBA is a master’s degree (meaning it’s on a higher level than a bachelor’s degree), you should have at least a four-year undergraduate degree from an accredited university or college . 

MBA schools in the Philippines require a bachelor’s degree in any course related to business or management, such as business administration, business management, or accountancy. 

Graduates of other fields—such as engineering, information technology, and even nursing—may still qualify for an MBA program.

However, they must take at least 15 to 18 units of relevant undergraduate business courses, also called pre-MBA courses or bridge courses. Required preparatory courses for non-business degree holders usually include management, accounting, business law, and marketing units. 

2. You need at least two years’ work experience.

If you’re a fresh graduate, wait a little while and gain some work experience first before applying for an MBA program. 

Top MBA schools in the Philippines such as the AIM, Ateneo, and UP, for instance, require at least two years of experience working in a company or running a business. 

Special consideration may be given to prospective MBA students with shorter work history but with experience in community service, volunteer work, or any field where leadership skills are used.

This MBA requirement makes sense because exposure to the corporate world provides a realistic perspective of how businesses operate, helping students better understand the theories and practices on business management in their MBA classes.

3. You should pass a graduate admissions test (and interview, if there’s any).

Remember the college entrance tests you took when you were applying for an undergraduate degree? Before being admitted to an MBA program, you’ll also have to pass an admissions test to prove your readiness for graduate school.

You may take an exam administered by the business school itself. Alternatively, you can take any of the following exams and submit your test result to the university:

• Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)
• Graduate Records Examination (GRE)
• NMAT by GMAC

All these exams are accepted by leading business schools in the Philippines for admission to their MBA programs. To take a graduate admissions test, you’ll be required to register and pay a fee.

Foreign applicants (except for those from native English-speaking countries such as the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia) must also take and pass the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) to prove their English proficiency. 

MBA schools require international applicants to hit a certain score for admission. For example, those who wish to be admitted to the UP MBA program must have TOEFL scores of at least 550 (paper-based exam) and 90 (online exam). 

Lastly, you may have to pass an interview if the business school requires it. The Lyceum of the Philippines University, for instance, interviews each applicant to determine if he/she is a good fit for the MBA program.

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What are the requirements for an MBA program?

In general, here are the documents that MBA applicants need to prepare and submit:

• Accomplished application form
• Latest Transcript of Records
• Recent 2 x 2 or passport-size ID photos
• Birth Certificate issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
• Certificate of Employment (or Certificate of Business Registration for self-employed applicants)
• Curriculum vitae
• Recommendation/Referral letters from employer and professor/adviser
• Personal essay/statement
• Marriage Certificate (for married female applicants)
• Honorable Dismissal/Transfer Credentials (for transferees)

In addition to those document requirements, foreign applicants should also present their study permit or working visa issued by the Bureau of Immigration and a photocopy of their passport data page.

Also, be prepared to pay an application fee ranging from Php 600 to Php 1,000+. Higher rates may apply to foreign applicants.

Top Business Schools in the Philippines

When studying an MBA degree, you’re investing a considerable amount of time and money. And so, your choice of business school matters. For recruiters and hiring managers, your graduate degree holds a higher value if you earn it from a top-tier business school.

Fortunately, some business schools in the Philippines are world-renowned for their excellent quality of instruction and global influence. 

Here are the top MBA schools in the Philippines based on Eduniversal Business Schools Ranking 2019 . Eduniversal is a Paris-based global rating agency that ranks the best business schools worldwide based on their international influence. Six local business schools made it to the latest Eduniversal ranking. 

Also included in this list of the best MBA schools are universities and colleges designated as Centers of Excellence by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) in Business Administration.

Note: The costs provided here refer only to the tuition fee and don’t include miscellaneous fees and other fees. Tuition rates may also change over the years. 

1. Asian Institute of Management – Washington SyCip Graduate School of Business

MBA program duration: 12 months Tuition fee: US$ 28,500 (approximately Php 1.44 million)

Known as the pioneer in management education in Asia, the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) was built by the Harvard Business School as well as business and academic luminaries in the Philippines.

For over 50 years, the AIM’s W. SyCip Graduate School of Business has been the training ground for leaders and managers from not only the Philippines but also the United States, India, China, South Korea, and nearly 50 other countries.

The AIM currently holds the 18th spot in the Eduniversal Business Schools Ranking in the Far East Asia region, with a 4 Palmes of Excellence distinction (top business school with significant international influence).

The AIM’s flagship program, the Master in Business Administration (MBA), is a full-time degree program consisting of four terms that can be completed in a year. MBA students may choose any of these specializations: general management, finance, sustainable finance, fintech, business analytics, or digital marketing . 

For a hands-on learning experience, MBA students are assigned to over 300 real-world business cases through working as consultants for the AIM’s partner companies and organizations. This trains students to use critical and innovative thinking in making decisions, strategies, and action plans.

Location: Asian Institute of Management, 123 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City Contact number: (02) 8892-4011 ext. nos. 3005 (for Filipino applicants) / 1852 and 3001 (for foreign applicants) Email address: [email protected] Website: https://mba.aim.edu/

2. De La Salle University – Ramon V. del Rosario College of Business

MBA program duration: Two years Tuition fee: Php 3,816 per unit (Total: Php 137,376 for 36 units)

One of the big 4 universities in the Philippines , the De La Salle University (DLSU) is also considered one of the best business schools in the country, being a CHED Center of Excellence in Business Administration. 

DLSU ranks 29th among the best business schools in Far East Asia, with Eduniversal recognizing it with 3 Palmes of Excellence (excellent business school with reinforcing international influence).

DLSU’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is a 36-unit management program that develops professionals for higher-level management positions. The business school allows working students to pursue an MBA on a partial academic load basis.

Location: Ground Floor, Faculty Center, De La Salle University, 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila Contact number: (02) 524-4611 local 130  Email address: [email protected] Website: https://www.dlsu.edu.ph/colleges/rvrcob/

3. Ateneo de Manila University Graduate School of Business

MBA program duration: Two years and four months Tuition:

• MBA Standard Program – Php 18,545 per course (Total: Php 352,355 for 19 courses)
• Middle Managers MBA Program – Php 30,581.05 per course (Total: Php 428,134.70 for 14 courses)
• Ateneo-Regis MBA Program – Php 24,610.65 – Php 31,781.75 per course, depending on the campus (Total: Php 344,549 – Php 444,944.50 for 14 courses)

The Ateneo de Manila University is a CHED Center of Excellence in Business Administration. Its  Graduate School of Business has earned 3 Palmes of Excellence from Eduniversal, which means it’s an “excellent business school with reinforcing international influence.”

The institution makes high-quality MBA education accessible in the Philippines with its six campuses in Makati, Pampanga, Laguna, Cebu, and Iloilo.

The Ateneo Graduate School of Business offers three MBA programs, each catering to different kinds of professionals.

• MBA Standard – A non-thesis leadership and management development program for young professionals who have been working for at least two years and want to hone relevant skills for a higher-level management position. Offered on a part-time basis, this program consists of 52 units with classes held on weeknights or Saturdays.
• Middle Managers MBA – A non-thesis program for senior managers and supervisors who want to further develop their leadership and managerial skills for key senior and CEO roles in the future. MBA classes for middle managers are held one night per week from 6 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.
• Ateneo-Regis MBA  – A non-thesis executive program developed by the Ateneo in partnership with Regis University in Denver, Colorado. This accelerated program is for executives and senior managers who have at least five years of work experience but limited time for pursuing an MBA degree because of their workplace responsibilities. The regular load is one course per trimester, with each term lasting for two months. Each course meets one night per week for four hours.

Locations: 

• Rockwell Campus – Ateneo Professional Schools, #20 Rockwell Drive, Rockwell Center, Makati City
• Salcedo Campus – Ateneo Professional Schools, 130 H.V. Dela Costa Street, Salcedo Village, Makati City
• Clark Campus – Berthaphil, Ground Floor, Unit 5, Clark Center 09, Jose Abad Santos Avenue, Clark Freeport, Zone, Pampanga
• Sta. Rosa Campus – 2nd Floor, Paseo 3A Building, Brgy. Don Jose, Paseo de Sta. Rosa, Sta. Rosa, Laguna
• Cebu Campus – Ground Floor Cebu Holdings Center, Cardinal Rosales Avenue, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City
• Ateneo de Iloilo – Pison Avenue, Mandurriao, Iloilo City

Contact numbers: 

• Rockwell Campus – (02) 8899-7691 local 2206 or 2207
• Clark Campus – (045) 4990970 / 4990971 / (0998) 550-9910
• Sta. Rosa Campus – (049) 541-0415 / 541-2987
• Cebu Campus – (032) 231-9478 / 232-1665
• Iloilo Campus – (033) 396-6506 / (0995) 1017-978

Email addresses: 

• Rockwell Campus – [email protected]
• Clark Campus – [email protected]
• Sta. Rosa Campus – [email protected]
• Cebu Campus – [email protected]
• Iloilo Campus – [email protected]

Website: http://gsb.ateneo.edu/

4. University of the Philippines Cesar E.A. Virata School of Business

MBA program duration:

• Day program (full-time) – One year and eight months
• Evening program (part-time) – Two years and eight months

Tuition fee: Php 4,500 per unit (Total: Php 189,000 for 42 units)

Founded over 100 years ago, the UP Virata School of Business is the leader in management education in the Philippines. 

Like the business schools of DLSU and Ateneo, the UP Virata School of Business is recognized by Eduniversal with 3 Palmes of Excellence for its “reinforcing international influence.”

UP’s MBA program is offered on a full-time (day program) or part-time (evening program) basis. This non-thesis program equips students with advanced management skills necessary for decision making in a highly competitive business environment. At the end of the program, students are required to take a comprehensive exam instead of submitting a thesis.

Location: University of the Philippines Bonifacio Global City, 32nd Street, BGC, Taguig City Email address: [email protected] Website: http://vsb.upd.edu.ph/mba-msfinance-program

5. University of Santo Tomas UST Graduate School

MBA program duration: Two years Tuition fee: 

• Php 2,181 per unit for Filipino students (Total: Php 98,145 for 45 units)
• Php 2,855 per unit for foreign students (Total: Php 128,475 for 45 units)

The UST Graduate School has earned 2 Palmes of Excellence from Eduniversal, with a distinction of being a “good business school with strong regional influence.” 

UST’s Master in Business Administration program has a Level IV accredited status from the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA).

It’s the PACUCOA’s highest recognition of exemplary academic programs in the Philippines, with prestige and authority comparable to MBA programs in excellent foreign universities.

MBA students of UST can choose one management track to focus on: finance, human resources, production and operations, marketing, or strategy.

Location: Ground Floor, Thomas Aquinas Research Complex Building, University of Santo Tomas, España Boulevard, Manila Contact number: (02) 731-5396 Email address: [email protected] Website: http://graduateschool.ust.edu.ph/

6. University of San Carlos School of Business and Economics

MBA program duration: Three years Tuition fee: Php 19,500 – Php 35,000 per year (Total of Php 58,500 – Php 105,000 for three years)

Established in 1595, the University of San Carlos (USC) is the oldest existing educational institution in the Philippines.

The USC is one of the largest universities in Cebu and Visayas, with eight CHED Centers of Excellence, including one in Business Administration.

This Catholic university’s business school has 1 Palme of Excellence from Eduniversal for its “considerable local influence.” Its Master in Business Administration program is also Level III-accredited by the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU), which means it meets the rganization’s standards of quality education.

Location: University of San Carlos Downtown Campus, P. del Rosario Street, Cebu City Contact number: (032) 253-1000 / 255-8392 Website: http://www.usc.edu.ph/academic/department/31

7. José Rizal University Graduate School

MBA program duration: Two years Tuition fee: Php 36,000 – Php 66,000 per year

The José Rizal University (JRU) is a CHED Center of Excellence in Business Administration.

Its Master in Business Administration program is one of the top 10 MBA programs in the Philippines, according to the Fund Assistance to Private Education (FAPE) and Evaluation of Graduate Education in the Philippines (EGEP)

JRU’s MBA program has been awarded a Level II accreditation by the PACUCOA, recognizing its excellence in curriculum, research, faculty, and instruction, among other criteria.

JRU offers two types of MBA programs: a thesis program consisting of nine core courses and one elective and a non-thesis program consisting of nine core courses and three electives.

MBA students have four options for their specialization: entrepreneurship, retail management, supply management, or organizational development.

Location: José Rizal University Graduate School Office, Ground Floor, JRU Tower, 80 Shaw Boulevard, Mandaluyong City Contact number: (02) 8531-8031 local 11 or 77 Email address: [email protected] Website: http://jru.edu/graduate-school

8. Central Philippine University School of Graduate Studies

MBA program duration: Two years Tuition fee: Php 1,020 per unit (Total: Php 39,780 for 39 units / Php 42,840 for 42 units)

The Central Philippine University (CPU) is a CHED Center of Excellence in Business Administration. Its Master in Business Administration program has a Level IV accreditation from the Association of Christian Schools, Colleges, and Universities Accrediting Agencies, Inc. (ACSCU-AAI). 

The MBA program is offered in two tracks: a 39-unit thesis program and a 42-unit program specializing in tourism and hospitality management.

CPU’s graduate school provides research-based and outcome-based education integrated with Christian values to develop students’ problem-solving, research, and practical skills.

It takes pride in its strong partnerships with Asian institutions in China, South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and Myanmar.

Location: Central Philippine University, Lopez Jaena Street, Jaro, Iloilo City Contact number: (033) 329-1971 to 329-1979 local 2140 Email address: [email protected] / [email protected] Website: https://cpu.edu.ph/master-in-business-administration/

9. Miriam College – College of Business, Entrepreneurship & Accountancy 

MBA program duration: Two years Tuition fee: Php 2,400 per unit (Total: Php 103,200 for 43 units)

Like the USC, Miriam College is a designated CHED Center of Excellence in Business Administration, with a PAASCU Level III-accredited Master in Business Administration program. 

Miriam’s MBA program is a 43-unit, non-thesis program that prepares students for key positions in strategic management, human resource management, or innovation management.

It also offers a general track for those who want to learn multiple disciplines. This business school in Quezon City takes a modular, project-based approach to learning. MBA classes are held on weekends, which is ideal for working students.

Location: Miriam College, Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights, Quezon City 1108 Contact number: (02) 8930-6272 local 8240 or 3435-9263 Email address: [email protected] Website: https://www.mc.edu.ph/mba

10. Lyceum of the Philippines University – Claro M. Recto Academy of Advanced Studies

MBA program duration: Two years Tuition fee: Php 29,000 – Php 50,000 per year (Total: Php 58,000 – Php 100,000 for two years)

A CHED Center of Excellence in Business Administration, the Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) offers two Master in Business Administration programs that develop modern managerial skills through both quantitative and qualitative studies.

One is a regular MBA program (thesis/non-thesis), and another program allows specialization in marketing management or people management.

LPU’s MBA classes are module-based, and each subject meets for five consecutive Saturdays. 

Location: Jose P. Laurel Building, Lyceum of the Philippines University, 33 Muralla corner Real Streets, Intramuros, Manila Contact number: (02) 8527-8251 to 56 local 105 Email address: [email protected] Website: https://manila.lpu.edu.ph/index.php/academics/graduate-school

11. University of Mindanao

MBA program duration: 2.5 years Tuition fee: Php 19,500 – Php 28,000 per year (Total: Php 48,800 – Php 70,000 for 2.5 years)

Founded in 1946, the University of Mindanao is among the oldest and largest universities in the southern Philippines.

It’s awarded a Center of Excellence in Business Administration and autonomous status by CHED—meaning it’s considered a premier educational institution that meets CHED’s quality and excellence standards. Its graduate school is also the first in Mindanao to receive accreditation by any accrediting agency.

Location: Bolton Street, Davao City, Davao del Sur Contact number: (082) 221 0190  Email address: [email protected] Website: https://umindanao.edu.ph/public/college/ps

Advantages of Having an MBA in the Philippines

Attending a top business school in Metro Manila to earn an MBA degree can set you back an average of Php 100,000 up to a million pesos. But that’s only the financial cost. 

Non-monetary costs are involved as well, like enduring sleepless nights and sacrificing weekend plans with family and friends. Not to mention the strict admission requirements you have to meet to enter an MBA school.

Given its expensive and demanding nature, an MBA program can be off-putting and discouraging for some. 

Now you ask—is an MBA worth your money, time, and effort? 

Taking an MBA can be the best investment you’ll ever make. That is, if you consider the following benefits of an MBA degree.

1. Higher Earning Potential

The most important and practical advantage of an MBA degree is the higher salary compared to bachelor’s and even other master’s degrees. 

According to a report by Emolument , a crowdsourced pay data platform, MBA is the second highest-paying degree in the Philippines, next to Masters in Management. MBA graduates earn an average annual salary of Php 3.25 million (around Php 270,000+ monthly). 

The MBA salary estimate of PayScale , a compensation comparison website, is more conservative at an average of Php 719,000 per year (around Php 60,000 monthly).

Still, it’s a higher amount compared to the salaries of other degree holders. It’s about twice as much as the salary of those with a regular college degree.

Research has shown that it takes two to four years to recover the investment made with an MBA education. Not bad for an ROI, considering that the benefits of an MBA can last through your entire career.

2. Faster Career Advancemen t

Aside from the financial perks, another motivation that pushes professionals to pursue an MBA degree is giving their career a boost . With an MBA degree, you’re raising your chance of securing a top-level management position.

In short, it’s easier and quicker to get promoted with an MBA attached to your name.

Why is that so? An MBA program equips students with the necessary skills to succeed in a particular field. It provides more in-depth knowledge of business and management than a bachelor’s degree in business administration. As a result, MBA graduates become experts in their specific fields.

3. Easier to Change Careers

Planning to break into a new industry for enhancing your career? Taking an MBA is a sensible first step.

Having an MBA degree opens up plenty of career opportunities across a wide range of industries—something that most professionals with a different educational background may not qualify for.

Studying an MBA degree is not just for those who want to succeed in the business sector.

It’s also for professionals aiming to advance their career in other industries such as financial institutions, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and educational institutions. This is because the technical and soft skills gained from an MBA program are useful in any leadership position across all industries .

Here are just a few career options available to MBA graduates in the Philippines:

• Operations manager
• Business development head or analyst
• Management analyst or consultant
• Business strategist
• Business professor
• Marketing head
• Sales manager

4. Becoming a Successful Entrepreneur

Not all MBA students aspire to climb the corporate ladder. Some aim to become their own boss.

If you prefer to start your own company (rather than staying an employee forever), an MBA education can help you develop the necessary skills for launching and growing a business .

Among the must-have entrepreneurial skills you can gain from an MBA school are related to leadership , people management, marketing, product development, crisis management, problem-solving, and decision-making.

Some may argue that a formal education, much less an MBA degree, is not really needed to run a successful business. While that may be true in a few cases, MBA graduates still have the edge over their non-MBA counterparts. 

Nine in every 10 startups fail because of mistakes ranging from lack of market need to failure to pivot. The knowledge and skills students learn from studying an MBA help them avoid, or at least minimize, the common mistakes that startups make .

Particularly, case studies in MBA programs teach students to identify and solve real-life problems based on actual experiences of businesses.

Related: 150+ Profitable Small Business Ideas in the Philippines

5. Strong Professional Network

MBA students have great opportunities to connect with influential people—like classmates who are professionals within and outside the industry, or professors with on-field management experience.

This widens your professional network, which can help you achieve your career goals in one way or another after grad school.

Interacting with people you meet in graduate school also gives a fresh perspective on life, as you exchange new ideas and explore strategies and solutions to various problems in your case studies.

The lessons you pick up along the way will be invaluable to whatever career path you take after your MBA education.

Also Read: Complete List of Business Events in the Philippines

6. Sense of Pride and Personal Achievement

An MBA degree not only boosts one’s resume but also earns respect from colleagues, friends, and family.

The hard work and perseverance MBA students put into their graduate studies cannot be underestimated—and so, they deserve the prestige that comes with their degree.

Internally, there’s a sense of pride and fulfillment in earning a master’s degree, especially if it’s an MBA.

It’s only natural to feel you’ve accomplished something great, considering that it takes tons of guts, patience, and determination to overcome the difficulties of earning an MBA education.

This increases your confidence in many aspects of managing a business, from creating strategies to making tough decisions and taking risks.

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Hoping to retire early, she started investing and bought a home in her early 20s. This crazy cat mom eats ramen like there's no tomorrow.

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Our full-time Two-Year MBA program offers a well-rounded curriculum and six areas of specialization: accounting, business systems and analytics, finance, general business administration, management, or marketing. The business systems and analytics track is STEM-Certified, and after completing the MBA program, students can opt for up to three years of Optional Practical Training. For those choosing finance with an interest in investment management, there’s a course to prepare for the Level I CFA exam. Students choosing accounting work toward the CPA exam.  

Students in the full-time Two-Year MBA program who do not have a degree in business or a related field can complete the degree in 15 to 24 months. Their program consists of up to 15 three-credit courses and two one-credit courses: Professional Development Seminar and Written Communication Skills for Business. Students without a business degree take Foundation Courses as needed to complete the program. Students take classes three days a week.  

Why Study Business at La Salle?

Our full-time MBA program attracts students from diversified college backgrounds and is ideal for recent college graduates, career changers, or business professionals seeking career advancement. Our contemporary classroom setting encourages collaboration and idea-sharing between our multicultural student body and faculty. Our tuition rate reflects La Salle’s commitment to affordability and offers students an excellent ROI.  

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Mba 811  –  leadership: theories and skill development   .

This course reviews major leadership theories including trait theory, behavioral theories, contingency models, expectancy theory, path goal theory, transformational leadership, and servant leadership. The course also covers a series of in-depth exercises that address leadership skills including individual decision making, team decision making, nominal group technique, problem framing, negotiation, and managing organizational change.

MGT 761  –  Employment Legislation   

The focus of this course is on the federal and state statutes influencing or controlling management’s options in handling problems related to EEO, employee benefits and insurance, OSHA and workman’s compensation, and wages and hours.

MKT 734  –  Advertising and Promotion Management   

The course focuses on the study and practical application of the analysis, planning, control, and decision-making activities involved in the promotional process. Topics include objective setting, budgeting, persuasion and attitude change, copy and media decisions, sales promotion programs, and the evaluation of marketing effectiveness.

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• Our MBA program features Career Development coursework and advising to enhance placement opportunities.  
• Placement rate after three months of graduation exceeds 90%  
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La Salle School of Business is accredited by the AACSB, which represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.

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As of 2015, approximately 25.4 million Americans held advanced degrees , with more citizens joining these ranks each year. As studies continue to show the career advancement and salary benefits of completing a master's degree, more and more students elect to pursue advanced educations. When considering their options, many question whether to enroll in a master's requiring a thesis or not. The following guide examines some of the reasons degree seekers may want to write a thesis while also highlighting why they might not. Students on the fence about this important decision can find expert advice, actionable tips, and relevant guidance to help them make an informed choice in the guide that follows.

Understanding the Master's Thesis

What is the difference between a thesis & non-thesis master's program, the decision not to do a thesis.

As students research various master's programs in their chosen discipline, it's common to find that many degrees require a thesis – especially if they want to enter a research-heavy field. While this word gets thrown around a lot in academia, some learners may want more information regarding what it entails in order to make an informed decision.

What is a Master's Thesis?

The master's thesis is an original piece of scholarship allowing the student to dig into a topic and produce an expanded document that demonstrates how their knowledge has grown throughout the degree program. These documents require significant independent research of primary and secondary sources and, depending on the subject, may require interviews and/or surveys to support the overarching argument.

Individual schools and departments dictate the length of these documents, but they typically range between 60 and 100 pages – or approximately 20,000 to 40,000 words. While tackling a document of such heft may seem overwhelming at first, learners need not fret. Each master's candidate receives a faculty advisor early in their tenure to provide support, feedback, and guidance throughout the process. Because the final thesis is expected to be of a publishable quality, learners seeking the highest marks typically send their supervisor excerpts of the document as they write to ensure they are on the right track.

When picking a thesis topic, no magical formula exists. Students should consider their interests and read extensively on that topic to get a better sense of existing scholarship. They should also speak to other academics working in that sphere to familiarize themselves with ongoing projects. Only after they feel reasonably well-read should they begin looking for uncovered angles or interesting ways of using emerging methodologies to bring new light to the topic.

When considering formatting, degree seekers should check with their specific schools and departments, as they may have unique requirements. To get a general understanding of what to expect, learners can review Simon Fraser University's guidelines on thesis formatting. After completing the thesis, some programs require an oral defense before a committee while others read the document and provide a grade. Check with your prospective schools to get a better sense of procedure.

Format & Components of a Master's Thesis

While this guide attempts to provide helpful and actionable information about the process of deciding whether to follow a thesis or non-thesis track in a master's program, readers should remember that specific components and requirements of a thesis vary according to discipline, university, and department. That being said, some commonalities exist across all these – especially when it comes to what students must include in their final drafts.

As the first section a reader encounters after moving through the table of contents and other anterior text, the introductory allows the writer to firmly establish what they want to accomplish. Sometimes also called the "research question" section, the introductory must clearly state the goals of the paper and the overarching hypothesis guiding the argument. This should be written in a professional yet accessible tone that allows individuals without specializations in the field to understand the text.

This section allows learners to demonstrate their deep knowledge of the field by providing context to existing texts within their chosen discipline Learners review the main bodies of work, highlighting any issues they find within each. Constructive criticism often centers around shortcomings, blind spots, or outdated hypotheses.

Students use this section to explain how they went about their work. While scientists may point to a specific method used to reach conclusions, historians may reference the use of an emerging framework for understanding history to bring new light to a topic. The point of this section is to demonstrate the thought processes that led to your findings.

This section allows for learners to show what they learned during the research process in a non-biased way. Students should simply state what information they gathered by utilizing a specific framework or methodology and arrange those findings, without interpretation, in an easy-to-read fashion.

After providing readers with all the necessary information, the discussion section exists for candidates to interpret the raw data and demonstrate how their research led to a new understanding or contributed a unique perspective to the field. This section should directly connect to the introduction by reinforcing the hypothesis and showing how you answered the questions posed.

Even though the previous sections give prospective degree seekers a better sense of what to expect if they decide to write a thesis during their master's program, they don't necessarily help learners decide whether to pursue a thesis or non-thesis track. The following section highlights some of the reasons students frequently choose to complete a thesis or bypass the process altogether by providing a pros and cons list.

Why a Thesis Program

• Especially when entering a research-heavy discipline, completing a thesis shows prospective schools and employers that you possess the skills needed for researching and writing long-form reports.
• Students hoping to pursue a Ph.D. stand in better stead with admissions panels if they wrote a thesis during a master's program.
• Individuals hoping to enter a field that values syntax and grammar often better their writing skills by completing a thesis.
• Students who write a thesis can submit the final product to various academic journals, increasing their chances of getting published.
• Theses expand students' understanding of what they're capable of, deepen their ability to carry out an argument, and develop their skills in making connections between ideas.

Why a Non-thesis Program

• Because they don't require a significant written product, non-thesis master's tend to take less time to complete.
• Often mirrors a bachelor's program in terms of structure, allowing learners to complete classes and take exams without a great deal of research or writing.
• Students who excel in project-based assignments can continue building skills in this arena rather than focusing on skills they don't plan to use (e.g. research)
• Provides learners the opportunity to work more closely and more frequently with faculty on real-world projects since they don't spend hundreds of hours researching/writing.
• Allows learners to take more classes and gain hands-on skills to fill the time they would have spent researching and writing a thesis.

How to Choose a Master's Program: FAQs

Within some academic disciplines and professional fields, research and writing plays a key role in work done on a daily basis. Because of this, master's programs in these fields require learners to complete theses to compete against peers and be seen as competent in their work. Other disciplines, conversely, rely on other tools to accomplish work and progress ideas – making theses less important.

Yes. Master's programs focused more on application than research typically don't require a thesis – although they may still give students the option. Examples of common non-thesis master's programs include nursing, business, and education.

Even though non-thesis students won't be writing a 100-page paper, that doesn't mean they avoid completing a significant project. In place of a thesis, most applied master's programs require students to take part in at least one internship or complete a culminating project. These projects typically ask learners to take what they learned throughout coursework and create an expansive final project – examples include case studies, creative works, or portfolios.

While students who followed a non-thesis path routinely receive acceptance to Ph.D. programs, those with theses often find the process easier. Even if a learner pursues a Ph.D. in a discipline that isn't research-heavy, admissions panels still want to get a sense of your academic interests and ability to engage in independent, nuanced thought. Students with theses can provide solid proof of these skills, while those without may struggle to demonstrate preparedness as thoroughly.

The answer to this question depends on many factors, but typically it is okay not to do a thesis if you plan to enter a field that doesn't depend heavily on research or writing, or if you don't plan to complete a Ph.D.

Students wanting to work in academic, research, or writing should always opt for the thesis track. They should also follow this path if they have any doctoral degree aspirations.

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to complete a thesis rests with the individual student. Figuring out how to proceed on this front requires lots of careful consideration, and learners should ensure they consider various aspects before coming to a final decision. The following section helps students consider how they should and should not come to a conclusion.

Dos and Don'ts of Choosing a Thesis or Non-thesis Program

• Consider the longevity of your decision: will you feel the same in 5-10 years or are you making a decision based on current desires?
• Talk to others who with experience in this area. Ask them questions about their decision-making process and if they regret their choice.
• Research potential thesis topics before starting a program. Going in with a game plan can help you feel more confident and settled about the process than if you're scrambling for a topic while in school.
• Reach out to prospective schools to speak with faculty and/or current students following both tracks. This will provide knowledge specific to the school while also expanding your network if you choose to attend there.
• Research Ph.D. entrance requirements to ascertain if the majority expect learners to possess a thesis when applying. This will give you a sense of whether you may experience issues later on if you do not complete one.
• Decide not to complete a thesis simply because you have never taken on such a task and feel overwhelmed or fearful that you will fail.
• Complete a thesis simply because you think it will look good on your resume. Theses require intense devotion over an extended amount of time; learners who complete them without conviction often find the process miserable.
• Forget to research alternatives to writing a thesis. Just because you don't complete a research paper doesn't mean a non-thesis track lacks rigor or challenging coursework.
• Forget to read examples of theses by previous students. If you feel overwhelmed by the task, reading work other people have done can often make the task at hand feel less scary.
• Let yourself off easy by taking the non-thesis path. If you find you have extra time in the program, talk to your advisor about taking more classes, develop meaningful projects for yourself, or see about presenting at an academic conference.

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Why might a student decide to follow a thesis track? Why might they follow a non-thesis track?

A student might decide to take a thesis track if she/he wants to pursue a Ph.D. Also, if the students want to focus on careers where research and writing have a strong focus, the students opt for the thesis option. Research assistantships at the graduate level are also more often available to students who opt for the thesis option.

A student who might feel that writing is not one of their strengths might choose to go the non-thesis track. Likewise, a student who has other work commitments may find a non-thesis option more convenient.

Do you have any tips for deciding on a program?

I chose a thesis option because being able to conduct independent research was a big reason to go to graduate school. Also, showing the ability that I could do research was what afforded me research assistantships which meant that my tuition was paid for and I got a stipend that paid for expenses while I was in graduate school. This also allowed me the opportunity to work closely with the faculty mentor that provided me with the support and the accountability I wanted.

I would not recommend taking a non-thesis option if all the degree requires is for you to take courses. You have little to show in terms of your learning other than your grades unless you are already working on something on the side that does that for you and all you need is a certificate.

Opt for a non-thesis option if you can still work closely with a professor or on a project and if you'd rather be involved in multiple projects rather than focus on a single project. If you already have a good (informed) reason for choosing one over the other, go for it.

What's the most important thing to consider when choosing a program?

The most important thing to consider when choosing a program is getting excited about the projects that at least one of the faculty members are involved in. Do some research and see why you are excited about a particular work that at least one of the faculty members have been involved in.

Who should students talk to when considering options?

Students should talk to other students and also reach out directly to the graduate coordinator and even individual faculty members. This means that students should have done prior homework and have some good questions ready. Asking good questions will get you at least halfway through to make the right decision.

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• Managerial Statistics (SPMASTAT) The course is designed for students who have little or no background in statistics. Its purpose is to make students competent in the use of tools and techniques in decision-making under uncertainty, as well as in conducting research studies, which includes concepts of probabilities, descriptive statistics, and inferential statistics. The approach is conceptual and problem-oriented using Excel to perform statistical computations.
• Financial Accounting (SPFINACC) The course is a prerequisite subject that introduces the learner to accounting as both the “language of business” and the tool for making effective the finance function. It focuses on the fundamental financial reports, and the principles, concepts, and conventions underlying the preparation of such reports, specifically those related to the Philippine Accounting Standards and the International Accounting Standards. Emphasis is given on understanding the implications of the financial statements and the line items presented in each statement, and how they relate to the decision-making processes of users. The construction and presentation of relevant and reliable accounting data are considered necessary in securing good decisions that will benefit firms and the nation in terms of proper allocation of economic resources. In venturing through this course, attention will be given to both the processes of providing accounting information, the decisions derived from using the said information, and the ethical/social implications arising from such decisions, specially the impact of quality information to the firm and to the economy as a whole.
• Methods of Research (SPMETRES) The course offers students basic knowledge and skills to undertake, present, and evaluate research concerning management problems of for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. The course is designed to enable students to apply what they learn about business research in their other MBA courses and in their own workplace.A general framework of research integrates Lonergan’s basic principles of the dynamic structure of human knowing with business research process, functions of theory in research, and ethics in business research. This general framework creates a learning environment that promotes critical thinking and analytical skills of students studying business research. The course gives students opportunities to learn and apply different types of research designs used in business research. The course guides the students on how to select and use the appropriate methods of collecting and analyzing data and information to meet research objectives. Research topics include customers, suppliers, employees, operations, financial issues, and other management problems of business units or organizations.

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• Operations Management (SPOPEMAN) The course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, techniques, and applications of contemporary production and operations management (OM). It is a practical course that covers strategic, tactical, and operational issues involved in both manufacturing and service operations. In addition to traditional OM topics, the course also includes quality management, supply chain management, and e-Commerce. While providing students with technical and quantitative tools, it will focus more on the managerial aspect of operations, as well as on the ethical and social implications of OM decisions.

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• Business and Professional Discourse (SPBPDISC) The course equips students with effective listening and oral communication skills in English to enable them to intelligently carry on a discourse with clarity and confidence with one, two, small or large groups, in a formal and in an informal context. Through the understanding of concepts, principles, and implementation of guidelines, as well as various exercises and activities, the participants will learn to interact, choose appropriate oral communication strategies, and carry on discourse on various topics in different situations. The focus will be on further development and mastery of discourse and communication styles within the context of various business encounters. The course deals with the understanding of concepts and principles to efficiently and effectively apply them with the use of appropriate strategies in listening and speaking underlined with broadening of vocabulary and use of critical thinking in oral transactions, interactions and presentation of points/papers/positions. It situates oral business discourse in the global culturally diverse context of work.
• Controllership (SPCONTRO) The course is an elective course for those who wish to deepen and widen their knowledge, understanding, application, and analysis of the role of controllership in organizations. It integrates the concepts, principles and tools of controls gained by the student from the foundation and core courses involving planning, controlling and providing reliable information for corporate decision-making. As this is an elective course that utilizes knowledge and understanding gained from previous courses, the student is brought to the level of integration and synthesis by performing an actual management control analysis paper of a chosen company and submitting this paper as a major requirement of the course. The course largely makes use of the dynamics of management control to achieve corporate objectives.The student should have already taken up Accounting and Finance courses and the other core functional disciplines to be able to understand and integrate the role of controllership in the organization.
• Economic Development (SPECODEV) The course deals with the economics of long-term growth and development. It focuses on areas and issues of policy-making that are likely to remain of primary concern in the efforts of underdeveloped and developing countries to achieve economic growth and development.
• Electronic Commerce (SPE-COMME) The course is designed to guide managers through the process of overcoming the fear of change and embracing the benefits of e-commerce for customers, employees, and shareholders. The economic evidence of the growth of e-commerce and its benefits for streamlining the business relationships between a company and its customers, suppliers, and employees are examined. The highest pay-off e-commerce applications and principles of using e-commerce to create competitive advantage are identified. How companies are getting CEOs on board, how they are managing their change process to create effective e-commerce strategies, and how they create cultures that can sustain the benefits of change in the future are discussed. The role of senior management in translating the vision of e-strategy into a concrete reality is explored. This course also discusses how managers should participate in the design of e-commerce architectures; handle the most effective techniques for evaluating e-commerce suppliers and negotiating contracts; and manage e-commerce projects to enjoy the benefits of e-commerce.
• E-Marketing (SPE-MARK) The course will introduce students to marketing applications of electronic information technology and communication technologies and to the impact of these technologies in the marketplace. Students will examine how these technologies offer opportunities for changing many aspects of the marketing function: people, product, price, place, and promotion. At the same time, the course will examine forces that are countering the E-marketing revolution. Developments in electronic information and communication technology promise not only to open new opportunities for marketers to create value but also to change the way marketing are traditionally done. This course allows students to explore these new opportunities and to think about the marketing functions in light of these developments. The specialized nature of these technologies and the rapid pace of change both work to keep the study of these issues at the margins of existing marketing courses. Yet, the marketing impact of these changes will increase over time.The course also includes introductory exercises on Internet-based applications to achieve initial hands-on experience in the emerging field of E-commerce. The focus of the course is not on mastering the technologies themselves, rather, the emphasis is on understanding the application of these tools to marketing problems.
• Entrepreneurship (SPENTREP) Entrepreneurship is the ability to see opportunities where others see only problems, to turn those opportunities into an actual business venture, and to manage that venture into growing, viable enterprise. Entrepreneurship is for those who see an alternative to employment and are not daunted by the challenges of setting up their own business. This course will strive primarily to inspire and to encourage entrepreneurship, through the examination, discussion, and analysis of contemporary entrepreneurs. Furthermore, to ensure the viability of any entrepreneurial venture, this course will provide a framework of evaluation techniques to apply and pertinent issues to consider when investigating business opportunities.The focus of this course is on relatively small businesses, from inception to start-up to early establishment.
• Financial Analysis for Decision-making (SPFINDEM) The course deals with the understanding and analysis of financial information for decision-making. The importance of financial information has never been emphasized until the issues of transparency, good corporate governance, and investor relations cropped up as corporate scandals. Because of the uncertainty brought about by the chaotic environment, there is need for more accurate financial information on a timely basis so that corporate financial management decisions and investor decisions will be guided. Critical analysis, diagnosis, and evaluation of financial information are emphasized in this course as applied in practical business situations. Problem-solving methodology is used to illustrate the theories and tools in financial decision-making including the use of technologies to help with the analysis. Because of the impact of transparency in corporate and investor relations, this course will tackle the ethical issues and dilemmas involving financial information and reporting.
• Financial Engineering (SPFINENG) Financial Engineering is a course on the basic concepts and the application of the principles of financial innovation – the process that seeks to adapt existing financial instruments and processes and to develop new ones so as to enable financial market participants to cope more effectively with the changing world.
• Global Marketing (SPGLOBMA) The course presents the challenges of marketing goods and services in foreign markets. The cultural, political, geographic, technological, and economic influences on international marketing will be discussed. This course also covers international market research and the application of the four P’s in an international setting. Students are expected to use this knowledge in analyzing international marketing management problems, using techniques and strategies necessary to incorporate and apply the “market concept” into the framework of the global marketplace.
• Information Security Management (SPINFOSEC) As global networks expand through interconnection of the world’s information systems, the smooth operation of communication and computing solutions becomes vital. However, recurring events such as virus and worm attacks and the success of criminal attackers illustrate the weaknesses in current information technologies and the need to provide heightened security for these systems. The course is designed to provide managers with a broad view of the entire field of information security, the background of many related elements, and enough detail to facilitate the understanding of the topic as a whole. The terminology of the field, the history of the discipline and an overview of how to manage an information security program are discussed. Case studies and business examples complement conceptual coverage to provide a real-world context.
• Investment Management (SPINVEMA) The course deals with the application of the principles of investment analysis and portfolio management to corporate and personal finances. The steps and procedures involved in the investment process are discussed and simulated by the students to provide them with skills at creating their own corporate or personal investment portfolios in the future. Risk and return management strategies are discussed and analyzed as they apply not only to the global investment setting but also to the specific investment situations in the Philippine market. The ethical dimensions of investment decisions will also be tackled as part of this course.
• Leading Organization Change (SPLEADOC) The course will provide students with competence on how to lead change. The course will explore the dynamics of organizational change as well as models of leading organizational change in business and management. Various concepts will be learned including the forces and the conditions behind organizational change, the types and levels of change, the resistance to change and the constructive strategies necessary to manage the uncertainties of change in organizations.
• Lean Six Sigma (SP6SIGMA) The course covers the concepts of Lean and Six Sigma for both manufacturing and service businesses. Lean Six Sigma is a business and data-driven, process-oriented, benefit-driven, disciplined-based approach to reducing waste and minimizing defects in any type of process. Lean Six Sigma focuses on the reduction of waste, on increasing profitability, breakthrough improvement, and customer satisfaction. Students are provided an overview of Lean, Six Sigma and the DMAIC problem-solving methodologies. Included are both statistical and non-statistical techniques used for continuous process improvement such as process definition, SIPOC, process flow diagrams, data collection techniques, measurement techniques, causes of process variation, pareto diagrams, histograms, cause and effect diagrams, DOE (Design Of Experiments), ANOVA Gage R&R, FMEA control charts, and process capability analysis, collectively called QC Tools.
• Management of Financial Institutions (SPMAFINS) The course provides an analytical study of how financial institutions are managed from the perspective of the Chief Executive Officer. The approach is financial statement-based where the funds sourcing and utilization functions are clearly delineated, although the use of off-balance sheet intermediation tools to hedge risks is also emphasized. The focus of the course is “universal banking.”The course will also tackle the ethical dimension of pitting a financial institution’s fiduciary and moral responsibilities to the depositors as an institution of trust, as well as its social and civic responsibilities to the government and the public at large, against its profit objective and the achievement of the basic financial management tenet of “shareholder wealth maximization.”
• Marketing Communication (SPMARCOM) The course will introduce students to the concept of Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) which is the approach that more and more marketing and communications professionals are using to face the rapid growth of internet, the biggest challenges in the contemporary market place. An increased rate of advertising clutter in most traditional media, a more product knowledgeable and demanding consumer, higher pressures from manufacturers to retail chains and a global economy are only a few characteristics of today’s ever-evolving business environment. The course will provide a review of the basic concepts of marketing, communications, segment marketing, positioning, and target market or to apply the most common consumer behavior techniques. It will also provide an opportunity for students to understand the target market(s) and, design an IMC campaign.
• Personal Finance (SPPERFIN) The course will provide students with skills to make sound financial decisions. Personal financial planning will be discussed including the process of defining realistic goals, implementing financial activities toward the achievement of the goals, setting up of reasonable controls on financial decisions. Various topics will be discussed including sources of personal income, saving and consumer spending patterns, techniques for planning and budgeting consumption expenditures and savings. Special emphasis will also be given on the use of saving allocations to achieve personal goals; real property, insurance, financial investment, retirement, estate and tax planning. Likewise, ethical issues and dilemmas faced by a financial planner in his strategic and operational work will be tackled.
• Project Management (SPPROJMA) The course takes the view of the project manager as a leader who manages projects effectively using appropriate tools and concepts in project management. It provides a framework for managerial and leadership effectiveness leading to the acquisition of professional skills to handle complex problems frequently encountered in project management. It involves the study and understanding of the core processes for initiating, planning, executing, controlling and closing projects under various circumstances. The course also includes the human side of project leadership and its strategic perspectives as applied in various types of organizations. The conceptual framework, the methodologies and the issues that will be highlighted in this course can be applied to a number of business decisions and change management situations. Both the theoretical and practical aspects of such applications will be covered.The project environment is a team environment and a significant component of this course is team-based. With the guided learning offered in this course, the students are expected to be able to tackle projects in a controlled and coordinated manner and be aware of how to align their projects to achieve maximum benefits during execution.
• Supply Chain Management (SPSUPMAN) The course covers concepts, trends, processes and techniques involved in the management of activities from the procurement of materials and services, to their transformation into intermediate goods or final products, and ultimately to their distribution and delivery to customers. The course will discuss procurement, inbound logistics, supply chain strategies, electronic procurement and warehousing and distribution. It will deal with managerial processes that span across functional areas within individual firms and links suppliers, trading partners, distributors, and customers across organizational boundaries. The course will also consider logistics, technology, network design, and administration of supply chains from the standpoint of business strategy and global competition.

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• Strategic Management (SPSTRAMA) The course serves as the capstone course for the MBA program. It aims to enable the learners develop and implement strategic cross-functional decisions towards the attainment of their organizations’ vision, mission and objectives using strategic management principles and integrating knowledge and skills acquired by the learners from the other MBA courses.The learners will apply the strategic management process consisting of strategy formulation, strategy implementation and strategy evaluation, as well as the various analytical frameworks and strategy formulation tools that can aid them in strategic decision making. Through this course, the learners’ strategic thinking capability is expected to be strengthened as they are made to critically analyze and integrate information about their companies’ external and internal environment in the local and global context, and to use this in formulating and implementing innovative strategies that can help their companies build a sustainable competitive advantage. The learners will likewise be made to understand the different strategy choices and to evaluate strategic management issues and concepts that are important to managing in today’s global environment. This course also aims to promote among its learners ethical business decisions, the practice of corporate social responsibility and making a contribution towards nation building.

Registrar:  Rey R. Reyes, MBA

Contact Persons:

• Danny Cruz (88997691 loc. 2215)
• Patrick Ignacio (88997691 loc. 2233)
• Ral Lacsamana (88997691 loc. 2234)

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De La Salle University (DLSU) is a private research university in the Philippines and was established in 1911. It started as an elementary and high school institution for boys up until 1920, when the school began offering an Associate Course in Commerce, but still only accepting male students in the program. The university replaced the associate program with Bachelor of Science in Commerce in 1931. It has since expanded with additional colleges under its belt. In 1973, DLSU opened its doors, allowing women to attend the university. From its first campus in Paco, Manila, De La Salle University now has 16 schools across different regions in the country.

At present, De La Salle University has 8 colleges with 36 academic departments and 11 research centers. DLSU’s tradition of excellence has been recognized by the Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) with the grant of Centers for Excellence and a number of Center of Development awards. Moreover, the institution received a Level IV status from the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities (PAASCU) which is the highest accreditation given to a university that exhibits excellence in all operational aspects.

Throughout the years, De La Salle University has provided its students with outstanding academic training. In retrospect, many of DLSU’s students have excelled in the fields of business, politics, arts, science, and sports, consequently making significant impact in the society. During its 100th year last 2011, DLSU celebrated academic excellence with its students garnering a high passing rate in licensure board exams and pioneering innovations in technology.

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Hello! I would like to ask someone here who already has experience applying for Master in Applied Economics program DLSU? Are they very selective and stringent ba to the applicants they choose to admit for the program? Also, how's the admission process from last year since there's no exam that will be conducted for this year. And probably they'll just base on our credentials, recommendations, and interview.

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