Developing Needs-Based Framework for Philippine College Foundation’s Office Administration Department Community Extension Project

Jhon Remark E. Arendian; Ricardo F. Uy Jr

doi:10.55927/ajcs.v4i7.231

Authors

Jhon Remark E. Arendian Philippine College Foundation
Ricardo F. Uy Jr Philippine College Foundation

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/ajcs.v4i7.231

Keywords:

Needs Assessment, Leadership, Empowerment, Action, Development

Abstract

The Philippine College Foundation (PCF) is dedicated to delivering relevant and responsive community extension services in alignment with its four-fold function and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) guidelines for university-community engagement. This study assessed the needs of residents in San Isidro, Valencia City, Bukidnon, to guide the development of a community extension project by the School of Business and Management, Department of Office Administration. Utilizing a descriptive research design, the study gathered data through validated surveys and key informant interviews to evaluate the community's understanding and awareness of food safety and hygiene Findings revealed a strong need for organizational planning and management to strengthen community leadership and ensure sustainable development. Based on the results, an extension program entitled Project LEAD (Leadership, Empowerment, Action, and Development) was developed to address these needs.

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