GEP-QSC strengthen planning skills through OSA workshop

Strengthening the planning, leadership and project management competencies of student organization officers, Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation conducted a student organization planning workshop on July 28 at the Alumni Building.

Two members of GEP-QSC joined the activity, which guided participants in developing purposeful and sustainable organizational plans aligned with the vision, mission and objectives of both their organizations and the University.

During the workshop, Mr. Lagman emphasized the importance of aligning activities and projects with institutional goals while incorporating sustainability into organizational initiatives. He also discussed the core principles of a sustainable university and explained the proper processing of the Permit to Conduct Activity and Request for Venue, including required information, submission procedures and timelines.

Ms. Salas facilitated the planning workshop and discussed how effective planning can provide clear direction, promote efficient use of resources, manage risks, improve team coordination and help organizations adapt to changing circumstances.

The session covered situation analysis, SWOT analysis, stakeholder analysis, resource and time management, risk management, collaboration and communication, monitoring and evaluation, reflection and learning, and the integration of ethics and sustainability into student programs and activities.

Through the workshop, participants strengthened competencies needed to develop organized, responsive and sustainable initiatives while improving coordination and accountability within their respective student organizations.

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The activity supported MSEUF’s commitment to student-centered and outcomes-oriented education by developing students’ leadership, planning and organizational management skills through practical application. It also reflected the core values of Mindfulness, Excellence and Unity by encouraging responsible decision-making, sustainable planning and collaboration among student leaders.

• SDG 4: Quality Education — The workshop developed leadership, planning, project management and decision-making competencies through experiential learning.
• SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production — The integration of sustainability and responsible resource management encouraged student organizations to consider environmental and operational impacts when planning activities.
• SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals — The workshop encouraged collaboration, stakeholder engagement and coordinated planning among student organizations and University units.