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Lifestyle Garden Launched at UPOU

2024-08-02T17:08:08+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) launched the UPOU Lifestyle Garden on  31 July 2024 at the UPOU Teaching and Learning Hub. The initiative is part of the university’s celebration of Nutrition Month this July 2024. Dr. Joane V. Serrano, Dean of UPOU FMDS, officially opened the program and welcomed all guests, especially officials from partner baranggays in Los Baños, Laguna -- Brgy. Maahas, Brgy. San Antonio, and Brgy. Putho-Tuntungin. Dr. Serrano explained why FMDS came up with the initiative. “Lifestyle garden has many health benefits, and we hope this can be replicited [...]

Lifestyle Garden Launched at UPOU2024-08-02T17:08:08+08:00

Celebrating Biodiversity and Diversity: Collaboration between UPOU FMDS and OGC on World Environment Day and Pride Month 2024

2024-06-13T11:47:44+08:00

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), in collaboration with the Office of Gender Concerns (OGC), hosted a hybrid event titled “Towards a Sustainable Campus: A Call to Action,” on 05 June 2024. This is in celebration of the World Environment Day and Pride Month 2024 with this year’s themes “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience” and “Step UP, Speak OUt: Towards Empowerment and GEDSI Strengthening through ODeL,” respectively. The event strongly aligns with UPOU’s commitment to achieving the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with the goals embodying [...]

Celebrating Biodiversity and Diversity: Collaboration between UPOU FMDS and OGC on World Environment Day and Pride Month 20242024-06-13T11:47:44+08:00

UPOU and EDC Collaborates Towards the Development of a Native Forest Arboretum and Restoration under the BINHI Program

2024-06-10T16:46:20+08:00

“This is a privileged day for us as we mark a significant milestone in our academe’s journey towards a more sustainable future.” This was stated by University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, Dr. Jean A. Saludadez, as she highlighted the major role of the University in leveraging its unique capabilities in education, research, community engagement, and policy advocacy, and how these functions significantly contribute to environmental efforts. The Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between UPOU and Energy Development Corporation (EDC), was signed on 05 June 2024 at the Teaching and Learning Hub (TLH) Conference [...]

UPOU and EDC Collaborates Towards the Development of a Native Forest Arboretum and Restoration under the BINHI Program2024-06-10T16:46:20+08:00

UPOU-FMDS to Hold Project SIGLA Community Workshop in Partnership with KNY-LB

2024-05-31T14:35:03+08:00

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and Kaya Natin! Youth Los Baños (KNY-LB) collaborated in preparation for the upcoming community workshop titled Project SIGLA (Sustainable Innovation Gearing towards Livelihood Advancement of Fishing Communities in Los Baños) this coming 06 May 2024 at the Academic Residences, UPOU Headquarters, Los Baños, Laguna. This workshop is under the Sustainable Livelihood Innovations and Digitally-transformed Enterprise (SLIDE) of Community Inclusivity, Digital Transformation and Acceleration Towards Sustainability (CIDAS) Program of FMDS. The goal of this event is to uplift and reignite the “sigla” of the fishing [...]

UPOU-FMDS to Hold Project SIGLA Community Workshop in Partnership with KNY-LB2024-05-31T14:35:03+08:00

Meeting with the Mayor of San Mateo, Rizal to Discuss Upcoming CIDAS Program Initiatives for Citizens

2024-04-23T09:19:12+08:00

In a proactive move towards community development, a meeting was convened between representatives from the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) and the esteemed Mayor of San Mateo, Rizal, Hon. Bartolome Rivera on 11 April 2024 at the Municipal Hall, Brgy. Guitnang Bayan 1, San Mateo, Rizal. The meeting aimed to discuss the forthcoming program, Leadership Innovation through People-centered and Accountable Governance and Digital Transformation (LIPAD) Barangay Certificate Program, under the larger research and public service agenda titled Community Inclusivity, Digital Transformation and Acceleration towards Sustainability (CIDAS). The meeting was attended [...]

Meeting with the Mayor of San Mateo, Rizal to Discuss Upcoming CIDAS Program Initiatives for Citizens2024-04-23T09:19:12+08:00

PHILARM holds a Special Orientation on Membership Application for D/MR&DM Students, Alumni, and Faculty

2024-05-06T11:20:46+08:00

A special orientation on the membership application of the Philippine Association of Research Managers, Inc. (PHILARM) for the Diploma in/Master of Research and Development Management (D/MR&DM) students, alumni, and faculty was held on 06 April 2024, 2:00-4:00 pm, via Zoom. There were 38 D/MR&DM students, alumni, and faculty who participated in the orientation. The orientation started with an introduction from the D/MR&DM Program Chair, Dr. Leo Mendel Rosario, on the initiatives of the University of the Philippines Open University-Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDs) for the professional growth of its students, alumni, and faculty. After which, the PHILARM Founder [...]

PHILARM holds a Special Orientation on Membership Application for D/MR&DM Students, Alumni, and Faculty2024-05-06T11:20:46+08:00

MindsMatter@FMDS Relaunches to Support FMDS Faculty and Staff Wellness

2024-04-19T12:04:53+08:00

The MindsMatter@FMDS program which aims to comprehensively address health and wellness concerns among faculty and staff at the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) was relaunched on 19 March 2024 at the Oblation Hall, UPOU Headquarters, Los Baños, Laguna. The program provides access to a holistic support system, emphasizing the importance of mental and physical well-being.  FMDS faculty and staff initially gathered to recognize the winners of the previous year’s wellness challenge. Ms. Wyomia Pradas, FMDS Administrative Officer and Dr. Joane Serrano, FMDS Dean were awarded as 1st runner-up, while Ms. Josephine Macale, FMDS Administrative Assistant was declared as [...]

MindsMatter@FMDS Relaunches to Support FMDS Faculty and Staff Wellness2024-04-19T12:04:53+08:00

UPOU and Pasig LGU Explore Partnership for Employee Development

2024-03-15T16:31:21+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and the Pasig Local Government Unit (LGU) are in discussions to establish a government-to-government partnership aimed at enhancing the skills and competencies of Pasig LGU personnel. During an exploratory meeting held on 1 March 2024 at the Pasig City Hall, Metro Manila, FMDS Faculty members Asst. Prof. Remsce Pasahol and Asst. Prof. Lianne Angelico Depante, FMDS Staff Ms. Dona Lyn Piamonte, met with representatives from Pasig LGU, including City Planning and Development Coordinator EnP Priscella B. Mejillano and Project Development Officers Ar. Beryl F. Baybay, EnP. Rachel V. Marra, Engr. Yvan Pagdonsolan [...]

UPOU and Pasig LGU Explore Partnership for Employee Development2024-03-15T16:31:21+08:00

UPOU-FMDS Launches Dean’s Corner to Celebrate Past and Present Leadership Gallery UPOU-FMDS Launches Dean’s Corner to Celebrate Past and Present Leadership

2024-03-15T16:24:35+08:00

In a move to honor the rich legacy of leadership and academic excellence of its past deans, the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) has created a Dean’s Corner in the FMDS Website. This newly created website page stands as a tribute to the esteemed deans of the FMDS who served from 2004 to the present. The guidance and leadership of these previous deans profoundly influenced the FMDS’ trajectory throughout its history. From Dr. Paz H. Diaz, the first Dean of FMDS, to the current leader, Dr. Joane V. Serrano, this site provides an [...]

UPOU-FMDS Launches Dean’s Corner to Celebrate Past and Present Leadership Gallery UPOU-FMDS Launches Dean’s Corner to Celebrate Past and Present Leadership2024-03-15T16:24:35+08:00

UPOU-FMDS and UP SURP Collaboration to Address Challenges in Land Use Planning and Urban and Regional Planning Education

2024-03-15T08:53:09+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University’s Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDS), and the University of the Philippines School of Urban and Regional Planning (UP SURP) have initiated a collaboration to address the challenges in land use, and urban and regional planning education. The aim is to enhance the Diploma in Land Use Planning (DLUP) program of UPOU-FMDS and the Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning (DURP) program of UP SURP to better align with the current demands and challenges faced by urban planners. The collaborative discussions, attended by representatives from both institutions, including FMDS Dean Dr. Joane [...]

UPOU-FMDS and UP SURP Collaboration to Address Challenges in Land Use Planning and Urban and Regional Planning Education2024-03-15T08:53:09+08:00
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