Acknowledgment

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The completion of this OJT portfolio would not have been possible without the help and assistance of several persons who motivated & encouraged me to be determined to make this endeavor successful. With that, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to these people for their full support, for imparting their knowledge and skills in giving us adequate training and supervision, and for making this possible. This BSCA OJT Portfolio widens my thoughts, ideas, and knowledge about the field that I may be practicing in my later days.

I would like to acknowledge my utmost gratitude to our Practicum 101 teacher, CB Carmelino Pacate, MBA, for his expertise, assistance, and understanding in guiding me in the preparation of this project. To our ever-supportive BSCA Faculty, CB Jhomie Esquibel, MM, & CB Job Benzon Lopez, as they were there for us and made our virtual internship possible. Expressing my gratitude to them for the motivation, feedback, knowledge, and sharing their expertise with us has been a significant contribution to this project. Behind this success is headed by our beloved Program Chairperson, CB Aljun Lozano, MBA, in shared his assistance and guided us in the preparation and up to the end of this internship. Despite the post-pandemic, this internship was possible because of their contribution and ideas on how the BSCA Interns will be able to have our practicum as they formulate other alternative ways and follow the IATF Health Protocol. Truly, the BSCA Program continues to attain its goal to formulate us to be well-equipped as customs broker that contributes to the growth of the society despite these circumstances. Thank you very much for allowing us to explore a glimpse of reality in the customs administration industry.

I would also like to recognize the greatest contribution of each resource speaker during our BSCA Internship Webinar Workshop: Mr. Rommel F. Momo, Br. Noelvic H. Deloria, Mrs. Doreli Flor N. Sarayan-Laviña, Ms. Lichelle Paule Acobera, CB John P. Matias, CB Roseller D. Layaoen MBA, CB Hannah Mari Z. De La Vega, CB Xcylic A. Bation, CB Joyce S. Semacon COO II, and CB Marlene D. Deriquito, who dedicated their time and imparted their expertise and motivated us through their words of wisdom, and knowledge in the various and respective fields that they were in line with. All those learnings we taught with them have contributed to our endeavor to formulate and fully equip us to be ready for the future.

Extending my gratitude to my family as they fully supported my endeavor despite difficulties in coping with the ‘New Normal’ of education. They are the reason to exist, as they were my strength and my inspiration. Truly, this global pandemic is not a hindrance for me to continue pursuing my goals in life. I thank my friends and my colleagues for their continuous support and encouragement to continue in this venture to finish my studies. They also serve as my inspiration as I continue to stand up and fight for my dreams in life.

To my beloved institution, the Holy Cross of Davao College, where I am continually growing and trained as a future customs professional. This institution helped me to be well-equipped and ready for the future as a degree holder of Bachelor of Science in Customs Administration and ready to face the customs and trade industry.

Above all, to our Almighty Father, who guided and enlightened our hearts and minds throughout this virtual internship journey, and for His bountiful grace and mercy. Thank you, dear Father, for giving me wisdom, knowledge, and strength daily. Thank you, Almighty Father, as you’ve been guiding me throughout the way as He enlightens my heart and mind throughout my learning process in practicum, in completion of this portfolio, and for His bountiful grace and mercy.

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