Corruption Risks in Climate Finance and in Natural Resource Management

Corruption threatens climate finance by raising the costs of and exacerbating the effects of climate change. The use of natural resources in most climate finance-funded projects contributes to environmental destruction and misuse of resources. Supporting country-driven climate change priorities through the establishment of a national climate fund should be considered.

Awards and Rewards: Impact Evaluation of the Metrobank Foundation Award for Outstanding Teacher

The Metrobank Foundation Search for Outstanding Teachers in the Philippines aims to promote a culture of excellence in education by recognizing the country’s best mentors. More than 300 exceptional educators have already been awarded. This presentation shares research findings on the impact of the award on the recipient’s income.

Addressing the Challenges of Bringing Philippine Technical and Vocational Education and Training to the 21st Century Workplace

This presentation explains the challenges of technical and vocational education and training as applied in the Philippine context. It also discusses the technical education system, including the training regulation development process and qualifications framework in the country. The concept of transformational leadership is highlighted.

Education as the Way Forward: The Philippine Challenge towards Enhancing the Future of Filipino Global Maritime Professionals

This presentation provides an overview of the global maritime industry. It also explains the concept of sustainable shipping. The Philippine maritime industry, the leading provider of maritime professionals that supplies 25% of the world’s seafarers, is discussed.

Talent Transformation: The Role of the Private Sector

Jobs in the Information Technology-Business Process Outsourcing industry in the Philippines are expected to continuously increase. Demand for talent, however, is far greater than supply given that the country’s educational system is seen as the biggest bottleneck. This presentation discusses the Road Map for Talent Development 2016, including the industry’s talent transformation.