About Us

🎓 Initial Academic Offerings & Starting Operations

Launch date: PCIC began operations in August 2021.

First-degree programs offered: From the start, its offerings included:

• Bachelor in Multimedia Arts (BMA)
• Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA)
• Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM)
• Diploma (or Baccalaureate) in Midwifery (for health-related/allied health fields)

Student Services / Structure: The college has established offices for Student Affairs and Services, a Student Council (Supreme Student Council), as well as a "Digital Transformation Center," indicating investment in administrative/information infrastructure.

Governance & Administration: As per its charter, the college has organizational structures including a College Council (with program heads, deans, etc.), and specified salary grades for teaching and non-teaching staff.

🌱 Roadmap & Planned Expansion: What PCIC Aims to Grow Into

Offering Agriculture-related Courses: One of the cornerstone stated plans is to introduce agriculture-related courses in response to the city's needs and national priorities on food security.

Use of Demo Farms for Practical/Hands-On Learning: The college already has "demo farms" which are intended to be used once the agriculture courses are launched — indicating a move toward hands-on, skills-based education in agriculture.

Aligning Curriculum With Local Employment & Industry Needs: The agriculture initiative is explicitly tied to aligning PCIC's curriculum with city employment needs and the wider government push for self-sufficiency/food security.

Potential for More Vocational/Technical Courses: By charter, PCIC is allowed to offer "short-term vocational-technical courses … as may be relevant." That means beyond agriculture, PCIC could expand into other technical/trade-oriented fields depending on community and industry needs.

Research and Extension Services: The charter doesn't limit PCIC to undergraduate teaching alone — it also envisions research and "extension services," advanced studies, and community development roles (e.g. extension, outreach, technical-vocational training) in support of Pagadian City's progress.

Infrastructure Development: There are public references to new/building projects for PCIC: e.g., a 2-storey school building under construction. This suggests a gradual build-out of physical infrastructure to support growth.

Funding & Sustainability Mechanisms: The charter provides mechanisms for funding via city budget, but also envisions external funding — donations, grants, partnerships with industry/business, and possibly revenue-generating auxiliary services.

✅ What PCIC Has Achieved So Far (Milestones / Progress)

• Started operations in 2021 and opened multiple degree courses
• Has structured governance (charter, board of trustees, college council, formal policies)
• Student services and organizational features (student council, student affairs, digital center) implemented
• Publicly announced plan to expand into agriculture and agritech-related courses with demo farms prepared
• Infrastructure expansion underway (e.g. constructing school buildings)
• Recognition by regulatory authorities: At founding, PCIC got its first-level permits for its initial programs

🎯 Strategic Significance — Why This Roadmap Matters (For Pagadian / Region)

Addressing Local Needs: By offering agriculture courses and vocational-technical training, PCIC could help meet local labor/industry demands — especially in agriculture, which remains vital in many parts of Mindanao.

Improving Access to Higher Education: As a government-established local college, it provides an alternative to private colleges/universities — potentially making higher ed more accessible and affordable to residents of Pagadian City and nearby.

Promoting Local Development & Food Security: With agriculture courses + "demo farms," PCIC's roadmap aligns with broader national goals (food security, sustainable agriculture), and may contribute to local economic and social development.

Potential for Community Research & Extension: If PCIC realizes its charter's vision for research & extension services, it could become a hub for community-oriented projects (agri-extension, small enterprise support, technical assistance) — which could benefit local farmers, small businesses, and urban-rural linkages.

Opportunity for Institutional Growth: Infrastructure development & formal governance create space for PCIC to expand, adapt to more programs, possibly collaborate with industry & government agencies — positioning PCIC to become an important higher-ed institution in the Zamboanga Peninsula region.

Program Objectives

• To develop students' knowledge and understanding of tourism management principles, practices, and trends
• To enhance students' communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• To instill ethical values and social responsibility in tourism operations
• To prepare students for leadership roles in various sectors of the tourism industry
• To promote sustainable tourism practices and environmental stewardship
• To foster cultural awareness and appreciation of local and international tourism destinations

Why Choose BSTM at PCIC?

• Experienced and qualified faculty members with industry expertise
• Modern facilities and resources for hands-on learning
• Strong industry partnerships for internships and job placements
• Comprehensive curriculum aligned with industry standards
• Focus on sustainable and responsible tourism practices
• Student-centered approach to learning