{"id":26885,"date":"2025-01-24T15:35:07","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T07:35:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/?p=26885"},"modified":"2025-01-24T15:35:07","modified_gmt":"2025-01-24T07:35:07","slug":"ibpap-and-google-partner-to-upskill-filipino-it-bpm-workforce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/ibpap-and-google-partner-to-upskill-filipino-it-bpm-workforce\/","title":{"rendered":"IBPAP and Google Partner to Upskill Filipino IT-BPM Workforce"},"content":{"rendered":"

IBPAP and Google Partner to Upskill Filipino IT-BPM Workforce<\/strong><\/p>\n

Empowering Filipino Talent for a Competitive Future<\/strong><\/p>\n

Manila, Philippines\u00a0 \u2013 The IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) and Google have announced a groundbreaking collaboration aimed at upskilling Filipino talent in the IT-BPM sector. This strategic initiative is a pivotal component of IBPAP\u2019s Roadmap 2028, which seeks to elevate the industry\u2019s talent development and bolster global competitiveness.<\/p>\n

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L-R: IBPAP COO Celeste Ilagan, IBPAP President and CEO Jack Madrid, Google PH and TH Country Director Jackie Wang, Google PH Site Lead Pat Choa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Google Career Certificates: Bridging the Skills Gap<\/strong><\/p>\n

Through Google Career Certificates<\/a>, this partnership will offer industry-recognized certifications in high-demand fields such as cybersecurity, data analytics, IT support, UX design, and project management. These certifications will equip Filipinos with the skills needed to excel in the rapidly evolving global IT-BPM landscape. Additionally, the program includes access to the Google AI Essentials course on Coursera, designed to impart essential AI skills to Filipino professionals.<\/p>\n

Jack Madrid, President and CEO of IBPAP, emphasized the significance of this collaboration: \u201cIBPAP is proud to work with Google to strengthen our talent pool with essential skills for higher-value IT-BPM roles. This partnership is key to reinforcing the Philippines\u2019 position as a global IT-BPM leader, ensuring our workforce remains competitive.\u201d<\/p>\n

Commitment to Growth and Digital Future<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jackie Wang, Country Director for Google Philippines and Thailand, highlighted Google\u2019s dedication to the initiative: \u201cGoogle is dedicated to fostering growth in the Philippines through AI and upskilling initiatives. Our collaboration with IBPAP exemplifies this commitment. By equipping Filipinos with in-demand skills, we hope to contribute to the country\u2019s economic progress and digital future.\u201d<\/p>\n

Pat Choa, Site Lead for Google Philippines, also expressed enthusiasm for the partnership: “The Philippines is an important player in the global IT-BPO economy, supporting countless products and operations. By upskilling our workforce with in-demand skills, we’re maintaining our competitive edge as a global industry leader, driven by top-tier talent and cost-efficiency.”<\/p>\n

A Strategic Initiative at a Crucial Time<\/strong><\/p>\n

This collaborative effort comes at a critical juncture for the IT-BPM sector. In 2024, the industry reached $38 billion in revenue and employed 1.82 million people. However, bridging the skills gap is essential for achieving the ambitious targets set in the Philippine IT-BPM Roadmap 2028: $59 billion in revenue and 2.5 million jobs. The partnership with Google is poised to enhance the Philippines\u2019 capacity to meet these goals and further establish it as a premier destination for high-complexity IT-BPM services.<\/p>\n

Empowering the Workforce with In-Demand Skills<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Google Career Certificates program will provide Filipino professionals with the skills and credentials needed to succeed in a competitive global market. These certifications are recognized by industry leaders and offer a pathway to high-value roles in the IT-BPM sector. The inclusion of the Google AI Essentials course ensures that participants are equipped with the knowledge and skills required to leverage AI technologies effectively.<\/p>\n

Key Components of the Collaboration<\/strong><\/p>\n