Empowering Future-Ready Filipinos: Open Distance Education at AMA University for a Thriving Digital Nation

 Manila, Philippines – June 2025 – In line with the Philippine government’s vigorous push for accessible, inclusive, and technology-driven education, AMA University proudly offers Open Distance Education Learning (ODeL) programs. These programs are fully compliant with CHED Memorandum Order (CMO) No. 27, s. 2005 and CMO No. 15, s. 2019, which serve as the regulatory frameworks for implementing high-quality distance education, as well as RA 10650, the Open Distance Learning Act. Designed to deliver top-tier tech education to every corner of the country, AMA University ensures that no Filipino is left behind in the race toward digital transformation.

Compliant with Government Regulation on Distance Education

AMA University strictly adheres to the regulatory frameworks that ensure learners under the ODeL model receive academic support, access to learning resources, and evaluation processes equivalent to traditional setups. This commitment guarantees the same rigorous quality and academic outcomes as on-campus programs.

Our robust, proprietary Learning Management System (LMS) serves as the backbone of our ODeL programs, delivering interactive content, facilitating virtual discussions, enabling digital assessments, and providing real-time faculty feedback. This cutting-edge platform supports dynamic learning experiences, including virtual labs, interactive simulations, and adaptive quizzes, ensuring deep engagement and practical skill development. The hybrid instructional model allows for unparalleled flexibility while maintaining academic rigor, powered by outcome-based curricula that ensure students develop practical, industry-relevant skills from start to finish.

📚 Programs Offered Under Distance Education

AMA University currently offers the following highly sought-after degree programs under the Distance Education platform:

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS): Focuses on the design, development, and application of sophisticated software systems.
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT): Emphasizes the management of technology infrastructures and information systems.
• Coming Soon: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA): Will provide future professionals with essential business and entrepreneurial knowledge tailored for the digital economy.

Each program features optional, high-demand specializations:

• Cybersecurity: Learn ethical hacking, digital forensics, and secure infrastructure management. Students can prepare for globally recognized certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), and (ISC)² Certified in Cybersecurity (CC).
• Artificial Intelligence (AI): Gain expertise in machine learning, deep learning, automation, and intelligent system design.
• Cloud Computing: Understand how to deploy, manage, and secure data on scalable cloud platforms. Students can prepare for certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate.
• Data Analytics: Analyze big data, develop statistical models, and support data-driven decision-making.

These courses are structured to prepare graduates for highly competitive careers in the local and global tech industry, which is experiencing significant growth.

📍 AMA is Now Near You

Through its nationwide network of Education Support and Admission Centers (ESACs), AMA University brings world-class education directly to your local community. Whether you live in Metro Manila or a remote province, AMA’s ODeL platform allows you to enroll without the need to relocate.

Students benefit from a unique hybrid setup:

• 2 days of in-person or flexible learning support: This includes consultations, hands-on activities, and dedicated assistance from our ESACs.
• 3 days of virtual learning: Through AMA’s advanced LMS, accessible 24/7, enabling self-paced study and collaborative online sessions.

This flexible model is ideal for:

• Generation Z students who needs and wants higher education flexible schedule.
• Remote learners in underserved areas.
• Working professionals who need to balance education with their jobs.
• Career shifters and those looking to upskill or reskill for tech-driven industries.

🔍 Emerging Tech Specializations at Your Fingertips

In today’s global digital economy, specialization is key. AMA’s ODeL programs offer tracks in emerging fields that are shaping the future of work:

• Cybersecurity: Build defense strategies against modern cyber threats, a critical skill given that 94% of organizations in the Philippines experienced security breaches in the past year, with many attributing this to a lack of cyber skills.
• Artificial Intelligence: Train in building smart systems and intelligent automation. A recent study found that 75% of Philippine CEOs trust AI integration in their core business processes, signaling a robust demand for AI specialists.
• Cloud Computing: Learn to manage distributed computing resources, essential for businesses leveraging scalable infrastructure.
• Data Analytics: Analyze big data to support data-driven decision-making, a skill increasingly vital across all sectors.

These programs ensure that AMA graduates possess the technical acumen to stay relevant and in-demand, contributing directly to the Philippines' digital economy. The Philippine IT-BPM industry, for instance, has grown to 1.82 million jobs in 2024 and is projected to reach 1.9 million by the end of 2025, indicating vast oportunities. Furthermore, the Philippine startup ecosystem saw $273.6 million in total funding last year, underscoring a dynamic environment ripe with tech job creation.

🎓 Key Benefits of Distance Education at AMA

• Fully CHED-compliant, aligned with RA 10650: Ensures legitimate and high-quality distance education.
• Access to globally recognized certifications: Direct preparation for industry-standard credentials from partners like Cisco, Microsoft, and CompTIA.
• Hybrid and flexible format for nationwide learners: Combines the best of online and localized in-person support.
• Career-aligned specializations in high-growth tech fields: Equips students with skills demanded by the evolving job market.
• Industry-relevant, outcome-based learning approaches: Focuses on practical application and employability.

📢 Your Gateway to a Digital Career—Wherever You Are

AMA University’s Open Distance Education Learning (ODeL) empowers you to pursue globally competitive, tech-driven degrees—anytime, anywhere. With CHED-recognized programs, hands-on learning experiences, strong industry connections (including partnerships with Cisco, Microsoft, and CompTIA), and flexible access through our nationwide ESACs, you can begin building your future from wherever you are in the Philippines.

✅ Online Industry Certification 

Adding to your academic credentials, AMA University's testing centers serve as authorized venues for a range of industry-recognized online certification exams. These certifications, often pursued concurrently with or after degree programs, validate specialized skills directly sought by employers. For example, students can leverage our testing facilities to earn certifications from our partners such as Cisco (e.g., CCNA, CCNP), Microsoft (e.g., Microsoft Certified Azure Developer, Microsoft 365 Certified), and CompTIA (e.g., CompTIA A+, Security+, CySA+). These certifications provide tangible proof of expertise and significantly enhance employability in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

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