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A guide to custom programs in the Philippines

Rich in history and culture, The Philippines has faced more than its fair share of setbacks in the last few decades. Although the nation has suffered natural disasters and political unrest, it continues to shine as one of the strongest and fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia. They have been economically sucessful due to their lower dependence on exports, steady domestic consumption habits and large remittances between 4 to 5 million of people working overseas. Explore custom university travel to the Philippines.

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Designing Your Custom Program

We believe this kind of learning experience demands a unique travel itinerary, and that’s why we specialize in customized travel programs. Whether its J-term, spring break, May-mester, etc., our program development team, alongside our Global Academic Team, will consult with you to translate your curriculum into a one-of-a-kind learning experience that will deliver the educational outcome you’re looking for. From selecting your destination to identifying interactive experiences that bring your classroom to life, our thematic approach ensures that your goals drive every decision we make together.

A Personal Partner

Once your program is developed, you’ll work directly with an account manager who will be your champion, working directly with our large team of logistical experts, curriculum specialists, and on-the-ground partners. Our long-time university partners see their account managers as an integral part of their own university teams, ensuring that your program is uniquely yours each and every year.

Meet our VP of Program Development

Jennifer Fisher leads a team of WorldStrides’ program development specialists, working directly with new university clients to globalize their curriculum with short-term faculty-led cultural immersion experiences. Jen brings a passion for customized curriculum solutions to this role after more than 20 years working with institutions of higher learning.

To begin customizing your program, give us a call at 1-800-422-2368.

Topics to Explore

In the Philippines, you might choose to explore some of the following topics:

Food and Beverage

Fueled by rising disposable income in dual income households, consumer spending continues to increase in the Philippines alongside its rapidly growing urban base. With greater access to high-quality foreign products, the opportunities for foreign trade are endless. Discuss and construct a market entry strategy into one of the fastest growing economies in Southeast Asia.

Mineral Resources

Historically rich in mineral resources, domestic firms have reaped the benefits from the state liberalization of the industry. Access to foreign firms’ capital and advanced technologies has paved the way for increased employment and profitability. Explore a (literal) gold mine, and consider the future implications of increasing state regulation on a centuries-old industry.

Infrastructure and Real Estate

As a result of greater political stability, private firms have led the charge in infrastructure development, investing in office and residential buildings, shopping malls, and industrial estates. Poor or undeveloped infrastructure was long considered a deterrent to foreign investment; meet with business leaders and study the immediate local gain from this investment, and the resulting inflow of foreign capital.

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As a member of the United Nations, the World Trade Organization and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, the Philippines is largely well-connected with other democratic and capitalist nations. The 2016 presidential election of Rodrigo Duterte has placed a priority on inclusive growth and cracking down on illegal drug use and crime. Duterte’s government has also pledged an unprecedented $165 billion in infrastructure spending by 2022. Culturally, the Philippines is an interesting amalgamation of traditions after longtime status as a Spanish colony, followed by U.S. ownership in 1898 and Japanese control in World War II before freedom in 1946. The majority of Filipinos are Catholic, and the current population is very young, with a median age of 23.5. The average lifespan in the Philippines is 68.96 years, an indicator of the country’s struggles with poverty, unemployment and a high degree of risk for infectious diseases. As the Philippines continues to grow economically, it seeks to combat some of these issues, and has abundant natural resources to do so.

                                  
                                 As one of the PINE (the Philippines, Indonesia, Nigeria, Ethiopia) countries, the Philippines is expected to become one of the largest economies in the world during the 21st century.

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Custom University Travel to The Philippines

Custom University Travel to The Philippines

A guide to custom programs in the Philippines