Joint CHED-Marina Initiatives for Maritime

Presented by Group 5 Education

Parohinog
Biloy
Cinches
Clarinan
Dango
Samorano
 Executive Summary
• This report outlines the collaborative efforts between the Commission on Higher Education
(CHED) and the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) aimed at enhancing maritime education.
The maritime industry holds immense importance for the nation's economy and safety.

• The report highlights the current landscape of maritime education, the role of CHED and Marina,
collaborative initiatives, key areas of collaboration, benefits, success stories, challenges, and future
directions. The joint initiatives have led to improved alignment of curricula with industry needs,
strengthened industry-academia partnerships, and elevated employability of graduates, contributing
significantly to the maritime industry's growth.
 Introduction
The joint initiatives between CHED and Marina for maritime education have become crucial as

the Philippines continues to rely on its maritime industry for economic growth and safety measures.

This report delves into the collaborative endeavors undertaken by these organizations to bridge the

gap between education and industry requirements. The maritime industry plays a pivotal role in the

Philippines, contributing significantly to the economy and national security. A skilled maritime

workforce is essential for the sector's sustained growth and the safety of maritime operations. This

report explores the ways in which CHED and Marina have joined forces to address the challenges

and opportunities in maritime education.

 Background of CHED
The Commission on Higher Education in the Philippines (CHED) is in charge of ensuring the country’s

tertiary education quality. CHED was established in 1994 as a response to the growing need for a higher

education system that would be at the highest level worldwide. CHED role is to supervise and coordinate

higher education institutions in the Philippines, as well as to develop and implement tertiary education

policies.

The commission is assigned with coming up with policies and programs which will ensure the constant

improvement of higher education in the Philippines. It is also in charge of accrediting institutions and

programs and recognizing foreign institutions with equivalent standards.

 VISION AND MISSION

VISION MISSION

• Philippine higher education system • The Commission on Higher Education

which is equitable and producing catalyzes a Philippine higher

locally responsive, innovative, and education system that is locally

globally competitive graduates as well responsive and globally competitive

as lifelong learners. and serves as a force for lifelong

learning, innovation, and social and
cultural transformation.
 WHAT IS THE PURPOSE
OF CHED?
The Commission on Higher Education is responsible for the
following responsibilities:
• Develop policies and standards for • Implement programs that will improve
higher education institutions in the the quality of tertiary education in the
Philippines country
• Supervise and coordinate the • Monitor the implementation of these
operations of these institutions programs

• Recognize foreign institutions that • Evaluate the outcomes of these programs

• Recommend measures to Congress and
have equivalent standards
• Grant accreditation to programs and the President to improve the quality of
institutions tertiary education in the Philippines.
 WHAT ARE THE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OF

CHED
• Granting of scholarships

• student loans and subsidies to deserving students

• Installation of a quality assurance system in higher education

institutions

• Monitoring of the implementation of the k to 12 basic

Education Program

• Regulation of private higher education institutions

 WHAT ARE THE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OF
• Approval of new higher education programs
CHED
• Conducting research on higher education

• formulation of guidelines for the recognition of foreign

qualifications in the Philippines

• Promotion of international linkages in higher education

• Provision of technical assistance to Higher Education

Institutions (HEIs)

• Implementation of special projects for the development of

specific sectors in higher education

 Background of MARINA
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), which is a government organization in the

Philippines, is in charge of the administration of the laws that control the everyday operations

of the maritime industry. These regulations aim to ensure safety and efficiency in the industry.

As such, it determines the hiring practices, terms of employment, and status of individuals

who will be employed in the maritime business.

 The majority of MARINA’s transactions take place with seafarers from the

Philippines who are going to be hired by enterprises based in other nations. If they

want to be successful, all of the companies who are a part of this industry should

educate themselves on the goals of this organization and the most effective ways to

connect with it. Only then will they be able to maximize their potential.
 What is the purpose of Marina?
• The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) is the government agency

in the Philippines that is in charge of fostering the growth of the

maritime industry through promotion and other activities. In addition to

this, it controls the marine industries and vessels that are allowed to

operate in Philippine seas.

• MARINA is tasked with the responsibility of promoting the expansion

and development of the maritime industry in the Philippines as well as

regulating the activities of shipping companies and vessels operating in

Philippine water
 Functions and Responsibilities of
MARINA
MARINA is in charge of regulating all companies that are involved in the process of designing,

constructing, manufacturing, acquiring, operating, supplying, repairing, and or maintaining vessels or

their component parts. This includes companies that design, construct, manufacture, acquire, operate,

supply, repair, and or maintain vessels. In addition, MARINA is in charge of and or operates shipping

lines, shipyards, drydocks, marine railways, marine repair ships, shipping and freight forwarding

agencies, and a variety of other enterprises that are very comparable.

 Functions and Responsibilities of
MARINA
MARINA also manage the processing of all documents being issued to seafarer prior to employment and

embarkation to vessel, like

• Seaman’s book or Seafarer Identification Record book (SIRb)

• Certification of Competency for Deck and Engine Officers as well as ratings

• Certification of Proficiency in trainings for Basic Training, BTOC, PSCRB, MEFA, etc.

• License for Management or OIC level on Deck and Engine

 Benefits and Impact of Collaboration

The joint initiatives between CHED and Marina have yielded

positive outcomes:

Collaboration has strengthened

Graduates are better equipped to
the relationship between
meet industry demands, leading
academia and industry, fostering
to enhanced employability.
mutual understanding

The maritime workforce's safety

and competence have improved The contribution of a skilled
due to a more practical and maritime workforce to economic
industry-relevant education growth is significant
 Key Areas of Collaboration

Quality Assurance and

Accreditation

Maintaining high standards in maritime education institutions is

crucial. Accreditation ensures the quality of education and enhances
the credibility of institutions offering maritime programs.
Success Stories and Case Studies
Several success stories exemplify the effectiveness of CHED-Marina
collaborations:

Institutions successfully aligning their curricula with industry needs have produced
graduates who quickly find employment.

Collaborative efforts have resulted in graduates possessing both theoretical knowledge

and practical skills, making them valuable assets to the industry.
Thank You