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Lecture Series Part 2: Bridging the Industry - Academe Gap

Last Updated on December 6, 2017 2:07 PM

Students from various levels and programs of Chiang Kai Shek College attended the second talk in the CKS College Lecture Series, entitled: “Bridging the Industry – Academe Gap” last November 24. Aside from educating stakeholders about the trends and developments in the industry, the Lecture Series also seeks to develop identifiable sets of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will ensure them to be prepared to face the unfamiliar challenges in the workplace.

This lecture featured Mr. Alvin Kingson Tan, who is also a proud alumnus of CKS College. He is the president of the Fil-Chi Media Productions Inc., the company behind Chinoy TV. Mr. Tan spoke about his success, challenges, and learnings throughout his entrepreneurial journey.

According to him, companies prefer to hire graduates who have the skills to excel in today’s times. High grades, professional knowledge, and competence alone are not enough. There is also a demand for soft skills, such as the ability to communicate effectively and work seamlessly across global, multicultural teams. Teamwork, problem-solving, and self-management are skills that are seen as valuable for success in the workplace. He also emphasized the importance of the Chinese language. Chinese is now considered as an important language worldwide because of its increased use in the business world.

Lastly, he reminded the audience to never give up. It means believing in oneself and being willingto accept “failure” so that the critical skill of adaptation can be learned. It means not compromising on the most important values, and walking the walk, rather than just talking the talk. It means living the life you want and are passionate about.

Student attendees actively raised queries and concerns during the open forum.

HRM Students Spiced Up Their Game in the Grilled Barbecue and Sauces Contest

Last Updated on November 28, 2017 1:57 PM

CKS College students Mr. Harris Edric So (3^rd Year) and Mr. Pete Justin Yang (4^th Year), won 2^nd place in the QCNA 8: Kulinarya, Turismo, Talento, ATBP Mixed Grilled BBQ, Sauces and Garnishing Competition. With the teme “Siglo ng Bagong Taon,” the competition was held last November 25, 2017 at the Central Plaza, Eastwood City, Libis, Quezon City.

The tandem competed against students from Olivarez College, St. Scholastica’s College, St. Paul University, Quezon City, and National College of Business and Arts, Fairview. They presented their original dish, Siglong Asyarap, which is composed of marinated adobo pork belly and baby squid stuffed with tomyum and served with several sauces such as chili paste, tamarind with century egg and mango papaya salad, and black-ink squid naan bread. The entry was presented on plate made of woven pandan leaves, with the sides decorated with clam shells containing the mix of flavours included in the dish.

Harris and Pete were coached by Chef Sherril Lyn Chua.

CKS College ITE Research Awarded Best Presentation in the 2017 ICSTE

Last Updated on February 8, 2018 3:32 PM

The 9^th International Conference on Software Technology and Engineering (ICSTE) was held last October 27-29, 2017, at the University of Hong Kong – Graduate House. At the same time, the annual editorial board meeting of the Journal of Software (JSW) was also held. Mr. Lester Hao, CKS College Program Head of the School of Information Technology Education, presented a paper entitled Trigonometry with ProjectMEC: A Courseware and Student Performance Evaluation. The paper discussed the use of computer-aided instruction as an intervention tool in attempts to observe its effect on the performance of students in College Trigonometry. The study not only dwelled within the domain of Information Technology with the development and evaluation of the ProjectMEC courseware, but also posed implications for Mathematics Education through the integration of technology into the teaching-learning experience.

During the conference dinner, Mr. Hao was awarded the Best Presentation for the Software Design and Theory session. Moreover, the said paper was published in the Journal of Software (Vol. 12, Num. 11). The JSW is indexed by DBLP, EBSCO, DOAJ, ProQuest, and INSPEC, among others.

This achievement would not have been possible without the support of CKS College and ITE faculty members, especially Mr. Alvin Ray Estiva (CKS College ITE professor) and Dr. Arnel Fajardo (Academic Consultant for IT), who co-authored the said paper, in collaboration with student researchers Mr. Kendrick Kee and Mr. Marlon Tin. May this further enhance the research culture within CKS College!

Congratulations, October 2017 CPALE Passers!

Last Updated on November 4, 2017 2:46 PM

Chiang Kai Shek College continues to move forward in its pursuit of excellence as it maintains a strong performance in the CPA Licensure Exams (CPALE). Last October 2017, the school earned a passing rate of 73.33%, compared to the national passing rate of 30.44%. The passing rate for CKSian first-takers is 76.83%. With 92 takers this October 2017, Chiang Kai Shek College's passing rate is 7th highest among schools with more than 50 takers.

In May 2017, CKS College earned a passing rate of 70.59%, as compared to the national passing rate of 35.31%. The College consistently maintains a passing percentage that is higher than the national passing percentage in the licensure exam deemed the toughest in the country.


CPALE	National Passing Rate	CKS College's Passing Rate
October, 2013	40.84%	80.00%
July, 2014	19.98%	60.00%
October, 2014	37.02%	50.00%
May, 2015	35.78%	45.71%
October, 2015	41.06%	67.61%
May, 2016	42.84%	69.23%
October, 2016	36.48%	52.50%
May, 2017	35.14%	70.58%
October, 2017	30.44%	73.33%

The PRC-Board of Accountancy administered the CPA licensure exams on October 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2017, and released the results on November 2 and announced that 4,511 out of 14,816 takers passed the exams. The four-day exam covered the following subjects: taxation, regulatory framework for business transactions, auditing, financial accounting and reporting, management advisory services, and advanced financial accounting and reporting.

The new CKSian CPA's are:

Abichuela, Ma. Ednalyn Tapaaganao
Alcaraz, Marjorie Faye Montero
Angeles, AbrizDagani
Añonuevo, Raiza Cabasa
Asuncion, Ariane Clarisse Cruz
Atiga, Quennie Jane Urriza
Austero, Czarina Zaira Segotier
Babiera, Maria Jucelle Sosing
Bagayas, Nathan Micah Adora
Barrera, Gerileen Ramos
Bautista, Jerelou Limcaoco
Begata, Alaine Gyle Agato
Buan, Gem De Guzman
Cabrera, Selene Tan
Cada, Mary Claire Aguilar
Callos, Bea Rozza Avena
Calo, Francis Earl Derick Angeles
Carbungco, Christelle Castro
Castillo, Jeslin Marie Francisco
Ching, Clint Mark Encinares
Chua, Mikee Marrielle Guiam
Codamon, Juliah Mariah Beltran
Cura, Nerrice Ellen Joy Songsong
David, Anna Patricia Arroyo
De Guzman, Kressa Velasco
De Leon, Jane Karen Castillo
De Veyra, Nathaniel John Cachapero
Fabrea, Fatima Faye Flores
Fajilan, Patricia Anne Urcia
Faustino, Michael Gabriel
Felipe,Russel Jan Adducul
Fernando, Hannah Clarisse Gono
Ferrer, Gelli-Anne Mae Reyes
Gimeno, Amylou Joy Palad
In, Bryann Raymart Rabang
Jadera, Anna Veronica Salinas
Julian, Brian Jasper Esparas
Lapuz, Maica Cabañeros
Lim, Jacqueline Chee
Limsico, Rina Isabel Bustos
Llarena, Golda Mier Iglipa
Lopez, Fermarie Christine Gabres
Lupisan, Jeanne Ezra Marie Catedral
Magsalin, Khamil Joyce Vega
Mendoza, Tricia Isabelle Rendor
Mingming, Jake Ron Palattao
Miranda, Mark Julius Sibug
Munsayac, Rocheline Joyce Aguinaldo
Okafor, Daniela Morales
Paje, Lee Louise De Leon
Papica,Keanu Aquino
Pariñas, Arvin Jasper Manuel
Placido, Richel Anne Cheng
Ragasa, Maryl Joy Magbojos
Rana, Ramon Jr Del Finado
Rañola, Aezy Canlas
Redillas, Isabella Denise Panganiban
Reyes, Julie Ann Lee
Sitchon, Elaiza Rae Castro
Sumagaysay, Harvey Christian Batisla-on
Timbungco, Kimberly Clare Jacildo
Torio, Rubylyn Sison
Torres,Bernard Jr Roldan
Ty, Alexandra Landry Domondon
Vizconde, Chloe AnneEndaya
Yap, Rebecca Anne

Over the years, CKS College has produced various CKSian topnotchers in the CPALE. In May 2015, CKSian Eunice Millicent Li ranked first in the CPA board exams, with a score of 92.29%. Benson Kotah ranked 6^th in May 2012, and Jan Marcus Tang ranked 2^nd in May 2010. Other CKSian topnotchers are Ms. Elaine Mary Co (15th Placer, May 2006), Mr. Ferdinand Tan (16th Placer, May 2002), Mr. Mark Anthony Ong (16th Placer, October 2001), Mr. Gilbert Lim (16th Placer, October 1996), Ms. Caroly Yu (9th Placer, May 1987), and Mr. Hilario Tan (3rd Placer, October 1986).

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CKS College Business Expo 2017: Venturing into New Horizons

Last Updated on October 19, 2017 12:24 AM

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The CKS College Business Expo 2017 was spearheaded by the School of Business, Accountancy, and HRM, in cooperation with the CKS College Student Executive Council, the CKS Senior High School Student Government, Junior Marketing Association, Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants, Junior Management Society, Computer Society, and Rotaract Club of CKSC. Held last October 13 and 14, the theme of the Business Expo was "Venturing into New Horizons." More than 650 outsiders (comprised of young professionals, parents, students from other schools, and CKS College alumni), as well as CKS College administrators, faculty, staff, and students, visited the 2-day event.

The expo featured and showcased innovative products conceptualized and produced by CKSian Management, Marketing, and Hotel & Restaurant Management students. Under the guidance of professors Mr. Ryan Olivier Lao and Ms. Lhay Asana, the students were able to express their creativity and business acumen as they exhibited through practical application what they learned in the classroom.

Various promising businesses also exhibited alongside the CKSian entrepeneurs: Cha Tuk Tuk, chomp, NYFD, Chicky, Fiorgelato, Prince Shawarma, Pixel Hero, Ella Mila, Kulitz Magical Store, Patata Army, AXA Life,Random Mania, School Haul, Twips Bake House, Dumpling King, Bitter Sweet, Venture Pack, Pet Corner, Dairy Queen, Gift Studio, the Happy Mom, Crunchy Garlic, Spyce Collection, Pancake House, JC Premiere, Collectors Toy Box, and El Filete Gourmet.

Company sponsors and alumni also extended their generous support to the CKS College Business Expo 2017. Amongst them were Mrs. Margarita Go, Ms. Aurora Go, Mr. Jimmy See, Mr. Benjamin Tan, Ms. Joyce Dy, Mr. Reynaldo Sy, Omni Electrical Lighting, Big Chill. Mr. Gulaman, King Sue, Morehunt Junkshop, Manila Ocean Park, Eng Bee Tin, AXS Wrap Packaging Solutions, Inc., Empire Printing Company, Inc., Laiya Coco Grove, The American Institute, and Ortigas and Company.

The media partners for the said event are Chinoy TV, Philippine Daily Inquirer, and Bet Magazine.

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