Master of Arts Programs

Master of Arts in Guidance and Counseling

Program Description

The Master of Arts in Guidance and Counseling program equips graduates with knowledge and skills to become competent and compassionate professionally trained guidance counselors able to provide provision of support for the academic, personal, and career development of individuals across all settings.

The program covers an extensive framework of theories, philosophies and principles enabling students to methodically understand the field. Students are kept abreast with the latest issues and emerging trends in guidance and counseling, leading them to innovate services and activities as an effective intervention program to promote optimal human development and ethically undertake their roles and functions as guidance and counseling practitioners. Students apply gained competencies they have gained in a practicum and a thesis project.

Program Outcomes:

PO1 Demonstrate advanced knowledge and theories in guidance and counseling

PO2 Apply evidence-based and ethical counseling practices across diverse settings

PO3 Conduct psychological assessments for education and mental health

PO4 Develop and implement appropriate guidance and counseling programs

PO5 Engage in research and use data to improve counseling practice

PO6 Uphold ethical, legal, and culturally responsive professional behavior

PO7 Exhibit leadership and collaborative skills in guidance-related settings

Career Opportunities:

Note: Must take and pass the Guidance and Counseling board exam after graduation to be Registered Guidance Counselor (RGC) license under Republic Act No. 9258

Educational Institutions Guidance counselor, division/school coordinator, head of guidance office, career advisor (in public/private basic education and higher education institutions)

Government Agencies Counseling or program roles in DSWD, DOLE/TESDA, DOH, correctional facilities, and CHEDPrivate Sector Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselor, wellness consultant, HR specialist, mental health or rehabilitation center counselor

NGOs/Community Groups Program coordinator, trauma or mental health support counselor

Private Practice Individual/family counseling, career coaching, and professional training services

Curriculum: View curriculum here

Master of Arts in Nursing / Master in Nursing Major in Maternal and Child Nursing & Major in Medical-Surgical Nursing

Program Description

Master of Arts in Nursing/Master in Nursing Major in Maternal and Child Nursing & Major in Medical-Surgical Nursing is an advanced graduate program designed to prepare professional nurses for leadership roles in clinical practice, education, research, administration, and healthcare management. The program provides in-depth knowledge and specialized competencies in Maternal and Child Nursing and Medical-Surgical Nursing, emphasizing the integration of evidence-based practice, advanced nursing theories, healthcare innovations, and emerging global health trends.

Grounded in the principles of lifelong learning, scholarly inquiry, and professional excellence, the program develops nurse leaders who are capable of delivering safe, quality, and patient-centered care across the lifespan. It equips graduates with advanced competencies in clinical decision-making, research utilization, policy development, healthcare systems management, and interdisciplinary collaboration to address complex healthcare challenges in diverse settings.

The program aims to produce nurse leaders, managers, educators, and researchers who contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge, the improvement of healthcare delivery systems, and the promotion of positive health outcomes for individuals, families, communities, and populations. Through the integration of theory, research, and practice, graduates are prepared to assume strategic roles in shaping evidence-based nursing practice and influencing health policies at the local, national, and global levels.

Program Outcomes:

PO1. Clinical Currency. Demonstrates updated and advanced competencies in Maternal and Child Nursing and Medical-Surgical Nursing by integrating emerging evidence, current clinical guidelines, innovative technologies, and global health trends in the delivery of safe, quality, and patient-centered care across the lifespan.

PO2. Theoretical Integration. Synthesizes and applies nursing and interdisciplinary theories to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based nursing interventions that improve patient, family, and community health outcomes.

PO3. Systems Innovations and Policy Leadership. Exhibits competencies in policy formulation, strategic resource management, and innovative problem-solving to enhance healthcare delivery systems and promote sustainable health outcomes.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of the Master of Arts in Nursing program are prepared to become clinical experts, educators, researchers, administrators, and healthcare leaders who contribute to the advancement of nursing practice and the improvement of health outcomes at the local, national, and global levels.

Curriculum: View curriculum here

Master of Arts in Public Administration (MAPA/MPA)

Program Description

Designed to produce globally competitive graduates enlightened with functional knowledge on the theories, concepts, and practices of public administration. It encourages critical thinking with ready alternatives on issues and trends in public policy.

Program Outcomes:

PO1. Human Capital and Organizational Development Experts Graduates demonstrate expertise in developing people, strengthening institutions, and promoting organizational effectiveness within public and non-profit organizations.

PO2. Strategic, Adaptive, Ethical, and Results-Driven Leaders and Managers Graduates exhibit strategic leadership competencies and uphold ethical standards in managing public organizations and programs.

PO3. Research-Oriented and Community-Engaged Scholars Graduates generate knowledge and implement evidence-based interventions that address institutional and community concerns.

PO4. Good Governance Advocates Graduates champion transparency, accountability, responsiveness, and excellence in public service delivery.

PO5. Collaborative and Inclusive Partnership Builders  Graduates establish and sustain strategic partnerships that advance participatory governance and sustainable development.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of the Master in Public Administration (MAPA) program are prepared to assume leadership, managerial, and administrative positions in national government agencies, local government units (LGUs), government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs), and non-government organizations (NGOs). Graduates may likewise pursue academic and administrative careers in higher education institutions (HEIs).

The program also provides a strong academic foundation for graduates who intend to pursue doctoral studies and advanced research in public administration, governance, development management, and related disciplines.

Curriculum: View curriculum here

• Master of Arts in Guidance and Counseling
• Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN)/ Master in Nursing (MN) Major in Maternal and Child Health Nursing
• Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN)/ Master in Nursing (MN) Major in Medical Surgical Nursing
• Master of Arts in Public Administration (MAPA)/ Master of Public Administration (MPA)

Master of Arts Programs

Master of Arts in Guidance and Counseling

Program Description

The Master of Arts in Guidance and Counseling program equips graduates with knowledge and skills to become competent and compassionate professionally trained guidance counselors able to provide provision of support for the academic, personal, and career development of individuals across all settings.

The program covers an extensive framework of theories, philosophies and principles enabling students to methodically understand the field. Students are kept abreast with the latest issues and emerging trends in guidance and counseling, leading them to innovate services and activities as an effective intervention program to promote optimal human development and ethically undertake their roles and functions as guidance and counseling practitioners. Students apply gained competencies they have gained in a practicum and a thesis project.

Program Outcomes:

PO1 Demonstrate advanced knowledge and theories in guidance and counseling

PO2 Apply evidence-based and ethical counseling practices across diverse settings

PO3 Conduct psychological assessments for education and mental health

PO4 Develop and implement appropriate guidance and counseling programs

PO5 Engage in research and use data to improve counseling practice

PO6 Uphold ethical, legal, and culturally responsive professional behavior

PO7 Exhibit leadership and collaborative skills in guidance-related settings

Career Opportunities:

Note: Must take and pass the Guidance and Counseling board exam after graduation to be Registered Guidance Counselor (RGC) license under Republic Act No. 9258

Educational Institutions Guidance counselor, division/school coordinator, head of guidance office, career advisor (in public/private basic education and higher education institutions)

Government Agencies Counseling or program roles in DSWD, DOLE/TESDA, DOH, correctional facilities, and CHEDPrivate Sector Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselor, wellness consultant, HR specialist, mental health or rehabilitation center counselor

NGOs/Community Groups Program coordinator, trauma or mental health support counselor

Private Practice Individual/family counseling, career coaching, and professional training services

Curriculum: View curriculum here

Master of Arts in Nursing / Master in Nursing Major in Maternal and Child Nursing & Major in Medical-Surgical Nursing

Program Description

Master of Arts in Nursing/Master in Nursing Major in Maternal and Child Nursing & Major in Medical-Surgical Nursing is an advanced graduate program designed to prepare professional nurses for leadership roles in clinical practice, education, research, administration, and healthcare management. The program provides in-depth knowledge and specialized competencies in Maternal and Child Nursing and Medical-Surgical Nursing, emphasizing the integration of evidence-based practice, advanced nursing theories, healthcare innovations, and emerging global health trends.

Grounded in the principles of lifelong learning, scholarly inquiry, and professional excellence, the program develops nurse leaders who are capable of delivering safe, quality, and patient-centered care across the lifespan. It equips graduates with advanced competencies in clinical decision-making, research utilization, policy development, healthcare systems management, and interdisciplinary collaboration to address complex healthcare challenges in diverse settings.

The program aims to produce nurse leaders, managers, educators, and researchers who contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge, the improvement of healthcare delivery systems, and the promotion of positive health outcomes for individuals, families, communities, and populations. Through the integration of theory, research, and practice, graduates are prepared to assume strategic roles in shaping evidence-based nursing practice and influencing health policies at the local, national, and global levels.

Program Outcomes:

PO1. Clinical Currency. Demonstrates updated and advanced competencies in Maternal and Child Nursing and Medical-Surgical Nursing by integrating emerging evidence, current clinical guidelines, innovative technologies, and global health trends in the delivery of safe, quality, and patient-centered care across the lifespan.

PO2. Theoretical Integration. Synthesizes and applies nursing and interdisciplinary theories to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based nursing interventions that improve patient, family, and community health outcomes.

PO3. Systems Innovations and Policy Leadership. Exhibits competencies in policy formulation, strategic resource management, and innovative problem-solving to enhance healthcare delivery systems and promote sustainable health outcomes.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of the Master of Arts in Nursing program are prepared to become clinical experts, educators, researchers, administrators, and healthcare leaders who contribute to the advancement of nursing practice and the improvement of health outcomes at the local, national, and global levels.

Curriculum: View curriculum here

Master of Arts in Public Administration (MAPA/MPA)

Program Description

Designed to produce globally competitive graduates enlightened with functional knowledge on the theories, concepts, and practices of public administration. It encourages critical thinking with ready alternatives on issues and trends in public policy.

Program Outcomes:

PO1. Human Capital and Organizational Development Experts Graduates demonstrate expertise in developing people, strengthening institutions, and promoting organizational effectiveness within public and non-profit organizations.

PO2. Strategic, Adaptive, Ethical, and Results-Driven Leaders and Managers Graduates exhibit strategic leadership competencies and uphold ethical standards in managing public organizations and programs.

PO3. Research-Oriented and Community-Engaged Scholars Graduates generate knowledge and implement evidence-based interventions that address institutional and community concerns.

PO4. Good Governance Advocates Graduates champion transparency, accountability, responsiveness, and excellence in public service delivery.

PO5. Collaborative and Inclusive Partnership Builders  Graduates establish and sustain strategic partnerships that advance participatory governance and sustainable development.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of the Master in Public Administration (MAPA) program are prepared to assume leadership, managerial, and administrative positions in national government agencies, local government units (LGUs), government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs), and non-government organizations (NGOs). Graduates may likewise pursue academic and administrative careers in higher education institutions (HEIs).

The program also provides a strong academic foundation for graduates who intend to pursue doctoral studies and advanced research in public administration, governance, development management, and related disciplines.

Curriculum: View curriculum here