Adiong Memorial State College Delegation attends CHED Orientation on Graduate Program Policies and Quality Assurance

Koronadal City, Philippines — Delegates from Adiong Memorial State College gathered at the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office XII (CHEDRO XII) in Koronadal City to participate in a crucial orientation session focusing on policies, minimum requirements, and quality assurance standards for graduate academic programs. The AMSC delegation was led by key administrative and academic officials, including Vice President for Administration and Finance Dr. Rashida A. Abedin, Dean Sittienor C. Abubakar, Dean Bedaria I. Amerol, Dr. Zainab Baute, Supervising Administrative Officer Ma'am Salam M. Pandapatan, Information Technology Officer I Sir Junaid B. Ahmad, and Quality Assurance Officer Sir Abuat Macarampat.

The orientation featured vital guidance and oversight from CHED officials, including Supervising Education Program Specialst, Dr. Annabelle R. Dafielmoto and OIC-Chief Education Program Specialist (OIC-CEPS) Dr. Zohrahaydah N. Panawidan. Their presence emphasized the Commission's commitment to assisting Higher Education Institutions in aligning with official standards and fostering high-quality regional education.

The session centered on CHED Memorandum Order No. 15, Series of 2019, which details comprehensive policies, standards, and guidelines for graduate degree offerings. Key discussions covered minimum credit frameworks for Master’s programs—including Thesis Tracks (Academic and Research-oriented Master of Science or Master of Arts) and Non-Thesis Professional Tracks—as well as specialized pathways such as Straight Bachelor's-to-Master's and Dual Degree programs.

The primary objectives of the activity focused on understanding mandatory national policies, evaluating program delivery modes, and setting clear standards for faculty qualifications and research output. Ultimately, the orientation served to guide institutions toward effective quality assurance and continuous academic improvement, supporting Adiong Memorial State College’s ongoing mission to deliver excellent higher education.

Through actively engaging in CHED-led consultations and align-and-comply initiatives, AMSC continues to reinforce its commitment to maintaining high-quality academic delivery, strengthening faculty capabilities, and promoting continuous improvement across all degree programs.

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