Northwestern University proudly announces that its Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Arts in Public Administration (MAPA) programs have been granted Level IV Accredited Status by the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA), Inc.
PACUCOA has endorsed this Level IV accreditation to the Federation of Accrediting Agencies of the Philippines (FAAP) for formal recognition, covering the period from March 2025 to March 2030.
Level IV is the highest accreditation level, reflecting excellence in instruction, research, institutional leadership, and community engagement. It also signifies national and international recognition and a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.
This remarkable achievement is a result of the collective efforts of the NWU community—administrators, faculty, staff, students, and alumni—who continue to uphold the university’s standard of excellence.
Northwestern University (NWU), via the Vedasto J. Samonte School of Graduate Studies and the Office of the VP for RCSDI, co-partnered in the virtual International Multidisciplinary Research Colloquium (IMRC) 2026 on January 29, 2026. Hosted by UTAS-Shinas, Oman, under the theme "Futurasia 2026: Bridging Continents, Forging Sustainable Futures," the event gathered over 400 global scholars
Led by VP Prof. Dr. Eric S. Parilla and Dean Dr. Juan Jobelle S. Acosta (Session Chair), the event featured opening remarks from NWU President Atty. Ferdinand S. Nicolas.
Nine NWU Graduate School students presented research spanning diverse disciplines:
Mark Anthony L. Bulong (EdD): CoMICS Exemplar in Biological Sciences Instruction
Jonas Jr. C. Bisac (MaED-Edm): Informational Resources on Education Service Contracting for Parents
Clarissa P. Pascual (MaEd-Edm): Enriched Guide for School Learning Action Cell
Charmagne U. Acebuque (MAN): First-Time Mothers’ Guide to RA 10028
Leofel F. Fernandez (MAN): Raising Twins in Harmony
Patrick John T. Ratuita (MAPA): Informative Documentary Video on Blood Donation
Paul Benedict Redulme Parado (MSCJ): Information Guide for PROTECT Box in Ilocos Norte
Marie Angeli F. Peñaflor (MSME): Water Hyacinth Fiber Geotextile Mat for Soil Slope Protection
Philipp Agtarap (MBA): Canvas LMS Adoption and Impact at Northwestern University
The presentation highlights NWU’s ongoing commitment to international research collaboration and academic excellence.