Trinity University of Asia (TUA) recently marked a significant achievement with the inauguration of its new Institute of Business and Management (TUA-IBAM). The celebration, held at the University Theater, highlighted TUA's strong commitment to advancing business education through innovation and excellence. The newly established TUA-IBAM now encompasses the School of Business and Accountancy, the School of Tourism and Hospitality, the School of Real Estate Management, and the Graduate School of Business. The Institute is focused on equipping students with the expertise and leadership skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving business environment, aiming to develop world-class professionals ready to excel in their respective fields.
The event commenced with "Industry Spotlight," a panel discussion that featured five prominent industry leaders who shared their perspectives on current trends and future challenges in business, real estate, tourism, and hospitality. This insightful discussion set a dynamic tone for the day and underscored the essential role of industry partnerships in influencing the future of education.
In her keynote address, University President Dr. Gisela DA. Luna emphasized TUA-IBAM's mission to produce globally competitive graduates. “TUA aims to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical application to prepare our graduates to not just participate in the industry but to innovate and lead. This institute reflects our dedication to staying ahead in today’s evolving business landscape,” she stated. “Our goal is to produce world-class graduates who will lead with integrity and innovation”.
VP for Administration and Finance, Ms. Matilde C. Asuncion, introduced the Barsam Corporate Center, the future home of TUA-IBAM. “Barsam Corporate Center is our commitment to innovation in education”, she said. “It will be a space where students and faculty come together to turn ideas into action”. VP for Academic Affairs, Dr. Howell T. Ho, reinforced TUA-IBAM’s dedication to excellence in education. “Our schools are designed to foster strategic thinking, ethical leadership, and service excellence”, he noted. “Excellence is at the core of everything we do”.
Dean of TUA-IBAM, Dr. Fernando V. Trinidad III, concluded the event with a call for teamwork. “TUA-IBAM is not just an academic institute—it's a community built on collaboration, where we work together to create opportunities and rise to challenges”. The event also featured the unveiling of the TUA-IBAM seal, a cultural performance, and an audiovisual presentation showcasing the Institute’s schools and programs. This was followed by a press conference and a networking session held at the President’s Executive Lounge.
