The University of the Cordilleras formalized an academic-industry partnership with TBEA Subic Inc. through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on October 1, 2026. The partnership supports UCโs Bachelor of Science in Energy Systems Engineering academic program. It also makes UC TBEAโs first university partner in the Philippines.
UC President Dr. Nancy M. Flores and TBEA Subic Inc. Chairman Gao Ran signed the agreement. The partnership was initiated through the College of Engineering (COE), led by its Dean, Dr. Rose Ellen N. Macabiog.
The MOA establishes a framework for cooperation in student internships, industry visits, technical seminars and training, faculty engagement, capstone projects, research, and innovation.
TBEA is an established international company based in China whose work in equipment manufacturing, engineering projects, and technology development provides opportunities for collaboration relevant to the Collegeโs engineering programs.
