How Filipino Entrepreneurs Can Improve Their Business Expertise

By Mikael Borres

Here are some programs and schools where Filipino entrepreneurs can sharpen their business acumen.

Educational institutions are meeting the demand for continuing education for entrepreneurs by offering short-term business training courses.

Philippine SME owners can utilize these courses to improve their technical and entrepreneurial expertise and further their business goals.

Here are some programs and schools where Filipino entrepreneurs can improve their business skills.

What AIM SEELL Offers for Entrepreneurs and Professionals

The AIM School of Executive Education and Lifelong Learning (AIM SEELL) offers programs designed to provide entrepreneurs and professionals with skills and leadership training.

AIM SEELL offers several programs that cover disciplines such as artificial intelligence, project management, and economics.

The school’s Open Enrollment Program allows students to select and stack courses towards certifications and diplomas. Students who accumulate at least five units within two years can receive a postgraduate certificate, while those who earn 20 units can receive a postgraduate diploma in management.

AIM SEEL also caters to corporate and government partners by offering custom programs and creating specific curricula for the clients’ teams.

Under the custom programs system, AIM has provided its services to organizations such as Ayala Land, Inc., Cebu Pacific, the Commission on Higher Education, and the Makati City government.

Further information regarding the programs is available on the AIM website.

How DLSU's School of Lifelong Learning Supports Career Growth

The De La Salle University (DLSU) School of Lifelong Learning (SoLL) serves as the university’s continuing education arm, providing students with specialized courses aimed towards professional growth and advancement.

The SoLL offers several programs related to areas in leadership and management, such as Ethical Leadership, Corporate Governance, and Middle Management Development.

The school also offers programs on technology, covering topics like supply chain analytics, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What business courses are available for Filipino entrepreneurs?

Filipino entrepreneurs can access short-term executive education programs from institutions like AIM SEELL, DLSU School of Lifelong Learning, FINEX Academy, and Ateneo AGSB's Center for Continuing Education. These programs cover leadership, finance, technology, and management, and are designed for working professionals seeking to upskill without committing to a full degree.

What programs does AIM SEELL offer for entrepreneurs?

AIM SEELL's Open Enrollment Program lets entrepreneurs select and stack courses toward postgraduate certificates and diplomas. Students who earn at least five units within two years receive a postgraduate certificate, while those who accumulate 20 units receive a postgraduate diploma in management. The school also offers custom programs for corporate and government partners.

What finance leadership programs does FINEX Academy offer?

FINEX Academy offers four Finance Leadership programs: Senior Finance Leadership, Emerging Finance Leadership, Executive Finance Leadership, and Sustainability Reporting Masterclass. It also provides a Digital Transformation program and a Capital Market and Fixed Income course, with programs developed in coordination with firms like SGV & Co. and P&A Grant Thornton.

Does Ateneo AGSB offer short-term business courses?

Yes. Ateneo Graduate School of Business offers short-term professional development through its Center for Continuing Education (CCE). Programs range from technical courses like Corporate Financial Risk Management to soft skills training like Leadership Assertiveness. The AGSB-CCE also provides tailor-made corporate solutions and partners with groups like Le Cordon Bleu and the Fund Managers Association.

What continuing education programs does DLSU offer for business professionals?

DLSU's School of Lifelong Learning offers programs in leadership, management, and technology for business professionals. Courses include Ethical Leadership, Corporate Governance, Middle Management Development, cybersecurity, and supply chain analytics. Programs are developed in partnership with industry associations such as CIMA and the Philippine Association of National Advertisers Foundation.

Mikael Borres

Writer

Mikael Borres is a writer for The Business Manual, authoring articles about Philippine small businesses, economics and finance. His work with the publication has a strong focus on uplifting Philippine micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with fundamental business lessons and leadership insights.

Mikael has written pieces on evolving business trends and technology, as well as articles on branding and human resources. He also writes people-centred feature articles highlighting the work and stories of Filipino entrepreneurs and executives. He also covers events for the The Business Manual, highlighting developments in the Philippine business scene.

Mikael graduated from the University of San Carlos with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, majoring in International Relations and Foreign Service (IRFS).

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