MANILA, Philippines – Mapúa Malayan Digital College (MMDC), a digital-first college that focuses on Business and IT, and Sutherland Global Services (Sutherland), an experience-led, digital transformation company with offices throughout the Philippines, announce a partnership that allows employees to continue their college education, and for MMDC graduates to pursue careers in the digital transformation space through Sutherland.

Continuing Education opportunities allow professionals to either pursue or finish their diploma (if they are undergraduates), or even obtain a second degree to further update their skills.

MANILA, Philippines – Mapúa Malayan Digital College (MMDC), a digital-first college that focuses on Business and IT, and Sutherland Global Services (Sutherland), an experience-led, digital transformation company with offices throughout the Philippines, announce a partnership that allows employees to continue their college education, and for MMDC graduates to pursue careers in the digital transformation space through Sutherland.

Continuing Education opportunities allow professionals to either pursue or finish their diploma (if they are undergraduates), or even obtain a second degree to further update their skills.

MMDC delivers an online curriculum and offline experiences designed for the modern Filipino student. It also harnesses the academic heritage of Mapúa University and Malayan Colleges Laguna, A Mapua School, of which it is a subsidiary. "Mapúa Malayan Digital College is an institution that was created for the working student," said Derrick Latreille, Chief Learning Officer of MMDC. "We understand that for professionals who want to go back to school, work remains a priority. MMDC’s flexible schedule, online model, as well as its method of real-world learning through Projects, Problems, and Cases, ensure that they are equipped to earn their degree." To further support the partnership, MMDC is providing Continuing Education Scholarships to Sutherland’s deserving employees. This will allow qualified employees to study at MMDC with a tuition-free education for 45 units, or the equivalent of one year.

Meanwhile, by partnering with firms such as Sutherland, MMDC also provides career opportunities for its students and graduates. Bernice Garcia Villaran, Sutherland’s AVP for Human Resources, says, "We’ve created an Engagement Ecosystem to ensure we cover all aspects that make employees stay. Through the years, we have proven that if these things are in place, employees are more engaged and motivated at work. It’s as simple as feeling included and connected with the organization and the people they work with, or for every employee to know that their contribution and hard work is appreciated with our personalized recognition. And for them to know that their wellbeing is important to us. At Sutherland, you can also work on interesting projects, grow your own way, and be yourself."

Meanwhile, by partnering with firms such as Sutherland, MMDC also provides career opportunities for its students and graduates. Bernice Garcia Villaran, Sutherland’s AVP for Human Resources, says, "We’ve created an Engagement Ecosystem to ensure we cover all aspects that make employees stay. Through the years, we have proven that if these things are in place, employees are more engaged and motivated at work. It’s as simple as feeling included and connected with the organization and the people they work with, or for every employee to know that their contribution and hard work is appreciated with our personalized recognition. And for them to know that their wellbeing is important to us. At Sutherland, you can also work on interesting projects, grow your own way, and be yourself."

With over 20,000 employees around the Philippines, Sutherland and MMDC offer the proximity that would be critical for choosing both education and career options.

"With its flexible model, we believe Mapúa Malayan Digital College can help our employees, as well as their families, earn their degree without compromising the priorities of work and life," notes Garcia Villaran.

Derrick Latreille, Chief Learning Officer of MMDC, states "Sutherland Global Services is a fantastic company that focuses on human-centric digital transformation. We believe graduates of MMDC, both in Business Administration and Information Technology, can benefit from the partnership through internship and employment opportunities."

Mapúa Malayan Digital College offers partnerships with organizations looking for a digital education for its employees. Firms looking for a similar partnership may reach out to occ@mmdc.mcl.edu.ph.

About Sutherland

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About Mapúa Malayan Digital College

Mapúa Malayan Digital College (MMDC) is a digital-first college that is part of Malayan Colleges Laguna, A Mapua School, that is dedicated to nurturing nation-building students who will thrive in a business and technology-driven world. Mapúa University and Malayan Colleges Laguna, A Mapua School, are wholly owned subsidiaries of iPeople, inc., a Yuchengco - Ayala education partnership.

To learn more about MMDC, visit www.mmdc.mcl.edu.ph or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

Mapúa Malayan Excellence

The Mapúa Malayan legacy began in 1925 with the establishment of the Mapúa Institute of Technology. The brand expanded with the opening of Malayan Colleges Laguna, A Mapua School (MCL) in 2007, as well as the opening of Malayan Colleges Mindanao, A Mapua School (MCM) in 2018. MCL has garnered a number of accolades: an overall rating of 3 QS stars, with 5 stars for employability, 4 stars for facilities, and 3 stars for social responsibility and inclusiveness. The college is also ISO 9001:2015 certified and has been granted autonomous status by the Commission on Higher Education, enabling the institution to create programs as needed by students.