DTI-CIAP gears towards a more competent construction industry workforce with stronger and more holistic HRD programs

The Department of Trade and Industry-Construction Industry Authority of the Philippines (DTI-CIAP) thru its human resource development arm; the Construction Manpower Development Foundation (CMDF) will be launching the Enhanced Construction Managers’ Training and Certification Program (ECOMTCP) within 2017 to lead infrastructure developments in the Philippines with capable project managers.

ECOMTCP is the enriched product of industry-led application of lessons from the former COMPTCP, which is CMDF’s pilot program to assure that competent project managers will handle huge and complex projects in construction. ECOMTCP, which is projected to begin pilot run on the 3^rd quarter of 2017 will be more acceptable and align itself with Philippine education standards. The goal of the program is to guarantee the competency of project managers by introducing rigorous assessment mechanism and added incentives like earning CPD units, additional credit points for PCAB Contractor’s License, and harmonized requirements to ASEAN Chartered Professional Engineer.

CMDF is working with DPWH to endorse 43 graduates of DPWH’S Project Managers Course for certification to ECOMTCP. The program is the practical answer to the growing demand for competent and certified construction project managers.

ECOMTCP shows the government’s drive to fully support the projected growth of the construction industry by advocating for competent and globally competitive Filipino workforce. DTI-CIAP thru CMDF as mandated by PD No. 1746 continues to run and develop various programs to support construction industry professionals and workers in improving their knowledge and skills and work their way to nation building.

iDrive PH Driving Academy: Breaking Through the Boundaries of Driving Industry

iDrive PH Driving Academy was born last May 29, 2017. The company slogan is

“Promoting Responsible Driving” This serves as the platform for all their modules and guidelines in order to help rid the country’s roads with reckless and uneducated drivers.

“iDrive PH Driving Academy Inc. is one of the newest and freshest driving institutions in the industry. We take pride on our highly-trained, seasoned, professional Driving Instructors that provides excellent service to all our students. With lower rates compared to other institutions, we make sure we provide the best learning experience to our students and the best working environment to our employees.” Says Gus Villa – President and CEO of the Institution.

The Academy’s primary commitment is to instill in each of our students the importance of being a responsible driver. This includes strict monitoring of their performances on the road, as well as their traffic rules knowledge. We are also passionate to take time to rebuild confidence of people who lost their faith in driving due to previous failures and unfortunate events.  This way, we are sure to produce well-trained, well-mannered, and responsible drivers.

Our Vision is to be one of the contributors to the country’s quest for safe and peaceful roads. All our modules are designed and created to teach new skills, strengthen existing driving skills, and inculcate the vitality of the driver’s attitude in operating their vehicles.

We offer basic to extensive courses, refresher courses, Defensive Driving Seminars, licensing assistance and pick-up – Drop- off services.

“With our combination of experienced and fresh blood personnel that add up to our company’s dynamic approach and standards, I am sure tiDhat rive PH Driving Academy will surely break the boundaries of ordinary Driving Institutions. “ – Gus Villa

For details and inquiries please visit:

https://www.facebook.com/iDrivePH.Academy/?fref=nf

0917.1378495, 0921.4741145, (02) 824.7431

Go Lokal! Store Opens in Rustan's Makati

A timely offering in commemoration of the 119th year of Philippine Independence, Go Lokal! hits Rustan’s Department Store in Makati, following the store's successful launches in other premier malls. Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez (center R) with Rustan’s SuperCenters President Donnie Tantoco (leftmost) recently (8 June) led the ceremonial launching of Go Lokal! at Rustan’s Department Store in Makati which will run until 9 July 2017.

Serves as the fourth opening of the all-Filipino concept store that offers the best products from Philippine micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), including the next generation One Town, One Product (OTOP) offerings, Go Lokal! is in line with the Trade Department’s initiative to empower MSMEs by providing market opportunities for them to be discovered in the mainstream market. Aside from providing market access to MSME products, Go Lokal! is a platform for new entrepreneurs to test the marketability of their products without fear of losing commercial costs because their experience is free of charge. Also in the photo are Trade Undersecretary for Industry Promotions Group Nora Terrado (rightmost) and Rustan’s Commercial Corporation President Zenaida Tantoco (center L).