Move beyond mere Sustainability & ESG compliance and reporting! In this three-hour webinar, we will share with you the best practices and techniques of how the board, top management, key officers and stewards of all organizations -- of all sizes and across all industries, including the public sector -- can build the concept of Strategic Sustainability Integration, weave it into its strategy and business portfolio, and embed it in the organization’s DNA to drive profitability, enhance brand value, and foster innovation.
Together, we will navigate the landscape of international frameworks and newly evolving reporting standards and regulations.
Most government infrastructures are delayed. The marching orders of President Marcos is to fast track the implementation of infrastructure projects.
This pioneering training is purposely aimed at helping everyone involved in planning, procurement and project implementation to ensure that every project is delivered on time, within the budget and in accordance with quality standards.
Learn the secrets on how to achieve this from DPWH Undersecretary Antonio Molano, Jr. who is recognized for his remarkable achievement in this area of practice.
Attendees from the government are exempted from the P2,000.00 limit set by COA for attending training provided by the private sector based on Department of Budget and Management Circular No. 563 dated April 22, 2016.
Attending this training is not covered by Philippine Procurement Law or RA 9184 based on its Revised IRR’s Section 4.5-b. which classifies training continuing education, conferences and similar activities as "non-procurement activities that shall be governed by applicable COA, CSC, and DBM rules".
Update yourself and your organization with the latest Supreme Court decisions, BIR revenue regulations, memorandum orders, circulars, relevant to business owners and taxpayers new tax regulations covering the period from January to November 30, 2023.
We've put this research all together in this comprehensive lecture so you and your organization can maximize the benefits granted by law, ensuring compliance, minimizing and avoiding unnecessary tax exposures, assessments and penalties from the taxing authorities.
The objective of the webinar is to update participants on all the recent labor laws, regulations and rulings that will be very useful in making important decisions with employees. The lecturer will help HR practitioners and business owners avoid the expensive mistakes usually made in the employment setting. The valuable information you will gain from this lecture will greatly help you towards better people administration and employee relations.
The lecture will cover 2023 DOLE regulations and labor-related decisions of the Supreme Court. Knowledge of updated rules and decisions will help companies improve their employee policies and practices to get ahead in terms of labor compliance and minimize as well as take winning positions in labor disputes.
The impending PPP Law is set to bring a new era of standardization. It aims to harmonize PPP schemes at both national and local government levels, streamlining requirements, procedures, and regulatory approvals. As LGUs and their private sector proponents transition into this evolving policy environment, new opportunities and challenges emerge.
In this one-day training, you will learn the latest development and governance approaches on PPP, unlearn old norms to align your practice with the imminent law, and relearn collaborative approaches that shaped local development.
Register now and stay ahead of local PPP strategies!
The October 18 bicameral approval of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Act will be a game changer for all PPP stakeholders. Enroll in this training and have a first mover advantage! This pioneering program will provide you with valuable knowledge and insights regarding the fresh provisions for this new PPP landscape -- integrating PPP schemes, simplifying processes for national & local projects, and introducing opportunities and challenges that the new law brings.
Listen to and learn from PPP law professor and lecturer, PPP Law-for-All advocate and author -- Atty. Alberto C. Agra.
Limited slots available. Enroll now!
The implementing rules and regulations of the Revised Corporation Code of the Philippines (RCCP) that took effect on February 23, 2019 are released by the Securities and Exchange Commission through memorandum circulars (MCs).
This SEC-accredited Corporate Governance training will comprehensively discuss not only the updated and new memorandum circulars but will also provide interpretation, guidance on rules that are still relevant and what has become irrelevant, and valuable insights on the RCCP based on the updates that will be presented.
The issues on efficient and effective utilization of funds have been a continuous problem in the public sector, which is caused by delayed or non-implementation of programs, projects and activities, among others. Such issues defeat the purpose of appropriated funds and allocation of cash for the timely delivery of services to agencies' stakeholders.
This online training will enable participants to gain a good understanding of how to manage their funds and implement projects efficiently and effectively, in accordance with laws and regulations.
Attendees from the government are exempted from the P2,000.00 limit set by COA for attending training provided by the private sector based on Department of Budget and Management Circular No. 563 dated April 22, 2016.
Attending this training is not covered by Philippine Procurement Law or RA 9184 based on its Revised IRR’s Section 4.5-b. which classifies training continuing education, conferences and similar activities as "non-procurement activities that shall be governed by applicable COA, CSC, and DBM rules".
Attend and grab this opportunity to empower yourself to venture into importing of goods either as a support to your local business by sourcing directly from your suppliers overseas, or as a new business venture you can profit from with the booming economy of the Philippines!
This special training will provide you a comprehensive step-by-step guide on how to import goods into the Philippines. The best practices you will learn from this lecture covers the basics as well as provide you valuable lessons and insights to save you millions in costs, time, effort and even preventable mistakes on each aspects of the importation process from dealing with foreign suppliers, cargo shipping, customs clearances and domestic movements of your imported goods.
This capacity building training is to guide all government institutions in strengthening the results-based monitoring, evaluation and reporting of all government programs and projects as mandated by DBM in its National Budget Circular 565. It is also to address the issues, gaps, and challenges presently encountered in its implementation by providing participants with global best practices and international standards that are very useful for benchmarking and real-world applications.
This training is for all those in government service, Filipino citizens and foreigners doing business in the Philippines.
It is the business of all government officials and government employees to know their Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards under Republic Act 6713 to learn what they are entitled to as incentives and rewards for exemplary service as well as the prohibited acts, transactions and penalties to avoid trouble.
It is also the business of all citizens dealing with the government to know this law to fight abusive public officials and government employees. Enroll and let the expert authority explain this to all of you!
Learn San Francisco and Silicon Valley's secrets to success and discover why their ecosystem is the epicenter of innovative products and services on the planet!
In this immersion program, you will get a chance to explore various companies in the area, including their post-pandemic business models, strategic initiatives, real-world challenges and even unique work cultures – making them highly competitive, resilient, and innovative.
You will have a chance to hear stories from and network with local entrepreneurs, investors, advocates, policymakers, and other players and stakeholders. You will also experience the diverse but inclusive political, economic, social, and cultural workings of the San Francisco and Silicon Valley ecosystems.
As a bonus, you will be captivated by San Francisco’s charm and wit while visiting its renowned cultural spaces and urban landscape.
After the immersion, our goal is to help you make better business decisions and return home with inspiration, knowledge and best practices that you can apply to your own organization.
This AMLA awareness program is to cater to the mandatory training and compliance of all covered persons and institutions:
All insurance, pre-need, reinsurance companies, mutual benefit associations, trusts for charitable uses, HMOs and other covered persons (agents, brokers, etc.) and institutions regulated by Insurance Commission who are required to implement detailed policies, procedures and training that will prevent money laundering and terrorism financing. AMLC also recently included all Real Estate Brokers and Developers as well as Offshore Gaming Operators and their service providers that are supervised, accredited or regulated by PAGCOR) and other Appropriate Government Agencies.
It is to update those on the recently revised IRR of 2021. Non-compliance can be very costly for you and your organization -- jailtime, forfeiture of assets and P1 million per violation! Enroll!
In a stricter regulatory environment, organizations value a skilled compliance officer. There is a growing demand for compliance officers which is now mandated in the Revised Corporation Code of the Philippines that took effect on February 23, 2019. In a separate code of corporate governance for PLCs (section 1.6), the Securities and Exchange Commission advocates that compliance officers must have a rank of senior vice president in an organization. Build your career with the growing demand for skilled compliance officers!
This program is SEC-accredited.
Many construction projects end up in disputes which could be very costly in time, effort, and money for all parties directly involved – owners, developers, designers, contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, suppliers, financiers, end users, and many other stakeholders. These conflicts could range from defects, delays, variation in plans, etc. Costly litigation could be avoided when the parties have a well-crafted and comprehensively defined construction contract. Language is everything.
Enroll in this 2-session training and let our subject matter expert and construction law practitioner navigate you in perfecting that construction contract from bidding or negotiation, pre-construction to completion and project turnover.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the construction industry, this training will surely benefit you.
The 2019 Revised Corporation Code of the Philippines that took effect on February 23, 2019 has tremendous impact on all corporations in the Philippines.
This three-hour webinar will comprehensively discuss not only the new law and its interpretation, but also updates on essential Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued regulations and recent jurisprudence affecting corporations.
This program is SEC-accredited.
You got hit with controversy and find yourself and your organization thrust into the battleground of information warfare. You and your organization are being attacked with misinformation, disinformation & negative publicity! Your entire family and your organization's reputation are at stake!
What do you do?
Learn the best practices to deal with the issues effectively.
Enroll in this training and be ready at all times!
The existence of enormous amounts of discrepancies in PPE account balances of government agencies has become a perennial issue and caused the non-establishment of the accuracy of the PPE balances presented in the financial statements.
This two-session program aims to provide ALL attendees the knowhow of proper implementation of guidelines and procedures for the one-time "big-time" opportunity to de-recognize non-existing/ missing PPEs and/ or to clean up discrepancies or unreconciled balances in your organization's PPE accounts.
This is applicable to all branches of government such as the executive, legislative and the judiciary and including GOCCs, GFIs, LGUs, water districts, government hospitals, state and local universities and colleges.
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Model International Sale Contract is a time-saving tool for traders, business people and lawyers involved in important import/ export- and sales transactions. Succinct and practical, they are fair and balanced for all parties by clearly presenting comprehensive sets of rights and obligations. This one-day seminar will provide you with contract templates aligned with the rules on international trade. We will walk you through with the explanations on why they are needed for smooth and trouble-free transactions. This is recommended for those who are in the sale of manufactured goods but can serve as an example to work on for other types of products as well. We're flying in ICC Czech Republic's trade expert, Pavel Andrle.
If you are involved in negotiations and transactions in PPP investment projects, international trade (Import & Export), and project finance structures, it’s a must that you understand the use of Bank Guarantees and Standby Letters of Credit (SBLC as differentiated from LC).
Listen to the official interpretation from the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) on how to apply the revised rules on guarantee and standby letter of credit practice with focus on practical usage of these instruments, new definitions and many examples to highlight right practices vs. contentious errors and common pitfalls to avoid. We will provide you with a step-by-step approach to let you understand everything with clarity and precision. You will learn about the main differences between standbys and guarantees and how to implement and interpret these ICC rules in your everyday business transactions.
This two-day comprehensive program will feature the Uniform Rules for Forfaiting 800, Uniform Rules on Bank Payment Obligations & Uniform Rules on Demand Guarantees 758 which is adopted globally by all countries that you will need to learn for your business transactions. Attend and we will give you best practices advice, present you with solutions, and provide you a comprehensive checklist of drafting recommendations and ready-to-use model forms for maximum learning.
Investing in the development of critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills among our employees is an investment in the sustainability and future success of our organization. Employers value teams who can analyze and solve complex problems, make sound decisions, and quickly adapt to the rapidly changing business environment.
By providing our people with the tools and training they need to develop these essential skills, we will not only be able to attract and retain top talent, but we'll also be able to capture more opportunities, drive innovation, and power growth within our organization.
The new INCOTERMS 2020 (International Commercial Terminologies on the shipment of goods via land, air and sea) which took effect globally on January 1, 2020. This will impact on all import-export, bank trade finance, insurance, logistics and shipment transactions.
Don't be left behind! Inviting all importers, exporters, bankers (in-charge of trade finance), freight forwarders and logistics companies, non-life insurers, lawyers, accountants, auditors, custom brokers, business consultants and all those involved in International Trade and Purchasing. We’re flying in the expert, Singapore-based and International Chamber of Commerce-accredited trainer, Victor Tan. Attend and be updated.
The doctrine of Complete Staff Work (CSW) is a doctrine of any well-run office. CSW is a principle of management which states that subordinates are responsible for submitting written recommendations to superiors in such a manner that the superior need do nothing further in the process than review the submitted document and indicate approval or disapproval.
CSW was popularized by former President Fidel Valdez Ramos and institutionalized by succeeding Philippine presidents to strengthen the standards of CSW to ensure efficient and effective delivery of crucial government programs. This online training is applicable to all organizations in the private sector and government institutions. Attend Now!
This three-session webinar will provide a comprehensive discussion of the 2016 Revised Implementing Rules and Regulation (IRR) of the Procurement Law aligning it with the signed July 17, 2017 Executive Order 34 by President Rodrigo Duterte on simplifying certain processes and procedures to make it faster and efficient for the National Government Agencies, LGU’s and GOCCs to procure goods.
For public officials, avoid getting into trouble due to violation and ignorance of these changes in the procurement law IRR. For the private sector, avoid disqualification due to non-compliance!
The term “corporate housekeeping” refers to the multitude of services that a lawyer and a corporate secretary need to perform for a corporate entity. It is what every corporation needs to do and to know to function well.
This special program teaches board directors and lawyers the knowledge and professional skills on how to be an effective corporate secretary and how to perform the functions of corporate housekeeping.
Whether you are a lawyer servicing a corporate client, a professional or a family member assigned to the board as a corporate secretary, or the board director and owner of a corporation, you must know how corporate housekeeping should be executed properly. This one-of-a-kind program is exclusively for those who want to professionalize their role as a board director, corporate secretary, and law firm servicing a corporation.
This training is accredited by the Securities and Exchange Commission as a corporate governance topic.
A crucial part of a board’s effectiveness is to fully understand the function of its audit committee whose chairmanship is normally assigned to a board director. If you are a board chairperson, director, member of top management, CFO, auditor or accountant, this program will greatly help you understand what audit committees do and don’t do.
This highly-rated webinar is a very useful guide on how to oversee the entire financial process, boost internal control system, improve risk management, and assess committee performance.
The Rules on Administrative Cases in the Civil Service covers all employees and officials in government service, regardless of status of employment, except for presidential appointees and elective officials. This training empowers the citizenry and provides the disciplining authorities in government with the tools and weapons in dealing with situations that calls for the filing of administrative cases against erring and abusive public servants. Knowing the rules is also helpful to those who need to defend themselves against unfair complaints and accusations.
In this 6-session training, you will learn the knowledge and skills needed to become a tax compliance specialist.
It is designed with a practice-oriented approach to help individuals and organizations meet their tax obligations, avoid penalties and make informed decisions about their tax strategies.
By the end of the course, you will have a solid understanding of tax compliance and be well-prepared to take on such role in a variety of settings including corporate finance, accounting, and tax department in a private or government corporation.
Upon completion of the program, you will have the privilege of including a post-nominal acronym "TCS" in your name which means tax compliance specialist (e.g. Juan dela Cruz, TCS).
This program is SEC-accredited.
This comprehensive training on condominium law is designed to resolve issues encountered by real estate developers, condominium associations, residents, landowners, property managers, investors, lawyers and other stakeholders. It is to help them navigate the legal complexities related to condominium development, management, and ownership in the country.
Enroll and learn from former HLURB chief of legal division, Atty. Cesar Manuel who will guide you through the evolving and intricate landscape of Philippine Condominium Law and provide you with valuable insights, practical solutions, real-world examples, updated regulations and Supreme Court decisions on this special topic.
This program is SEC-accredited.
This three-session webinar is designed to help schools understand education law to protect themselves from torts and liabilities arising from lawsuits, and at the same time align their administrative and operating policies to existing government regulations. The lecture will discuss very important legal issues, special laws, updated regulations, latest Supreme Court jurisprudence, and solutions to problems normally encountered by schools. Whether you are planning to set up a school, maintain one, expand its operation, or train those in the leadership pipeline, this program will be very useful.
The course is also aimed at helping different stakeholders such as school owners, board trustees, administrators, teachers, employees, HR, legal, discipline officers, students, parents, and PTAs understand and enforce their rights in a school system. The lecture and best practices examples are applicable to pre-schools, K-12, TESDA accredited schools, colleges and universities both private and government educational institutions."
This three-session webinar will provide a comprehensive discussion of the 2016 Revised Implementing Rules and Regulation (IRR) of the Procurement Law aligning it with the signed July 17, 2017 Executive Order 34 by President Rodrigo Duterte on simplifying certain processes and procedures to make it faster and efficient for the National Government Agencies, LGU’s and GOCCs to procure civil works or infrastructure projects.
For public officials, avoid getting into trouble due to violation and ignorance of these changes in the procurement law IRR. For the private sector, avoid disqualification due to non-compliance! Register EARLY to ensure slot availability!
Don’t be a victim of fake titles! This practical program is designed for buyers, developers, financiers of properties and other players and stakeholders involved in real estate transactions. With the rampant proliferation of fake titles, it’s essential that you know how to identify fake and spurious land titles! This training is not taught in any school.
It matters that you know your protocol -- the universal set of rules for people of all countries and parties follow in the conduct of business, government, politics, and socials. It’s important that your organization must have a protocol officer.
A public official, a businessperson or a professional who has a mastery of protocol is well regarded more highly in society. You command more respect and gain a mark of distinction as someone with education, class, finesse and skilled at handling different types of people and various situations including courtesy visits, business meetings, product launches, speeches in conferences, day-to-day interactions, various important occasions and more!
A meeting loses its value and wastes time if it is not documented in the correct manner. With the current climate of greater accountability of board directors and management in decisions made during meetings, every organization needs trained experts with right the skills to take minutes effectively.
This is the only program that will teach you the best practices in minutes taking and provide you vital information on the legal guidelines and regulations on meetings mandated by the Securities and Exchange Commission.
This online training is to provide comprehensive information on how to avoid COA disallowances and best practices solutions to those who are experiencing such problems commonly encountered by Local Government Units, National Government Agencies, Government-owned and Controlled Corporations and other government entities.
This will feature the common findings of COA, recent Supreme Court Rulings, as well as remedies and defenses on cases that may be deemed as disbursements which are illegal, irregular, extravagant, unnecessary and unconscionable.
It's your business to know your rights as a government employee, your responsibilities and liabilities as the HR manager or head of your government institution pertaining to the Civil Service Commission's rules and regulations covering all issues on appointments up to retirement and HR actions you may have to take for your welfare and your office.
This is highly recommended for all public servants, heads of all branches of government, state universities and colleges, director and head of bureaus, personnel head, chairpersons and members of the selection committees, prosecutors, lawyers, ombudsmen, judges and justices of the judiciary, arbitration and mediation boards, human resource practitioners, key management officials, and those aspiring to enter public service.
Budgeting plays a very critical role in the Planning-Budgeting-Strategy Execution cycle.
This two-session webinar will teach you the necessary skills on how to apply budgeting tools, techniques and approaches in different business situations. It will walk you through the entire budget process so you can build your realistic MASTER BUDGET covering operational budget, cash budget, financial budget, and capital expenditure budget linked to your Strategic Plan!
Attend this training and learn budgeting best practices!
This three-session webinar will provide a comprehensive discussion of the 2016 Revised Implementing Rules and Regulation (IRR) of the Procurement Law aligning it with the signed July 17, 2017 Executive Order 34 by President Rodrigo Duterte on simplifying certain processes and procedures to make it faster and efficient for the National Government Agencies, LGU’s and GOCCs to procure consulting services.
For public officials, avoid getting into trouble due to violation and ignorance of these changes in the procurement law IRR. For the private sector, avoid disqualification due to non-compliance! Register EARLY to ensure slot availability!
An effective and well-functioning board starts with knowing the roles, responsibilities and liabilities of each one involved in the board as well as the different committees they are assigned and must lead in the practice of good governance. Enroll and learn all of these whether you are updating yourself on the topic, benchmarking for best practices, complying with the SEC rules and regulations, or creating your organization’s Manual of Good Governance in compliance with SEC directives.
This training is accredited by the Securities and Exchange Commission as a corporate governance topic.
This 3-hour gender and development (GAD) compliance training is to guide all private organizations in updating its workplace policies and government institutions (national government agencies, government instrumentalities, GOCCs, government financial institutions, SUCs, and local government units) in aligning and mainstreaming its mandatory GAD Code with the new law and its implementing rules and regulations that took effect on March 15, 2020.