Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges

What Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges does

Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges (CSPC) is a public State Universities and Colleges (SUC) institution established in 1983 and headquartered in Nabua, Camarines Sur, Philippines, operating under the supervision of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and funded primarily through Philippine government appropriations. The institution delivers higher education across seven academic units housed on its main Nabua campus — Graduate School, College of Computer Studies, College of Engineering and Architecture, College of Health Sciences, College of Tourism Hospitality and Business Management, College of Technological and Developmental Education, and College of Arts and Sciences — with an additional satellite campus in Buhi offering undergraduate programs. CSPC employs 917 staff in aggregate across regular, contract-of-service, job-order, part-time, and casual categories, with approximately 493 academic personnel. The institution is also a TESDA-accredited Competency Assessment Center since June 2014, providing technical-vocational certification.

The institution's product surface combines traditional on-campus instruction with a digital learning stack: Learning Online Space (LeOnS) for course delivery, Student Information and Accounting System (SIAS) for enrollment and accounting, CSPC E-Library at library.cspc.edu.ph, and the my.CSPC portal. Beyond teaching, CSPC operates six research centers including an AI Research Center for Community Development, Center for Futures Energy and Sustainable Technology, Center for Future Thinking and Strategic Foresight, Center for Research in Integrative Social & Special Sciences and Policy, Center for Rinconada Culture and the Arts, and Rinconada Center for Environmental Sustainability, supported by a Research Ethics Board. The institution maintains ISO 9001:2015 QMS certification, AACCUP institutional accreditation (completed November 2025), QS Stars rating, and 2026 Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Rankings across five SDG categories.

Revenue derives from two streams: tuition and academic fees from undergraduate and graduate students (a recurring subscription-equivalent model), and government appropriations via the General Appropriations Act (GAA), continuing appropriations, and dedicated budget proposals including an FY 2027 GAA Budget Proposal. Customer segments are primarily individual learners (undergraduate, graduate, technical-vocational), with a smaller international student cohort recruited through the Center for International Relations and Linkages (CIRL). Distribution is direct-to-student through admissions offices and on-campus delivery, supplemented by international exchange partnerships with institutions including Universitas Airlangga (Indonesia) and, as of June 2026, the UNESCO Global Skills Academy in Chengdu, China.

Name

Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges

Legal name

Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges

Website

https://cspc.edu.ph

Company type

Public

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges is a public Philippine state university founded in 1983 in Nabua, Camarines Sur, delivering undergraduate, graduate, and TESDA-accredited technical-vocational programs across seven colleges to regional and international students.

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akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Nabua

HQ country

Philippines

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue from student tuition fees and other academic charges for undergraduate and graduate programs
2. Government Appropriations: State Universities and Colleges (SUC) government funding including annual General Appropriations Act (GAA) allocations, continuing appropriations, and budget proposals (FY 2027 GAA Budget Proposal mentioned)

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges is a state university that delivers higher education through undergraduate and graduate degree programs across multiple colleges including Computer Studies, Engineering and Architecture, Health Sciences, Tourism Hospitality and Business Management, Technological and Developmental Education, and Arts and Sciences. The institution supplements classroom instruction with digital learning platforms (LeOnS, SIAS, E-Library) and operates a TESDA-accredited Competency and Assessment Center for technical-vocational skills certification.

Product overview

Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges (CSPC) is a state university offering undergraduate and graduate education through multiple colleges including Computer Studies, Engineering and Architecture, Health Sciences, Tourism/Hospitality/Business Management, Technological and Developmental Education, and Arts and Sciences. The institution operates digital platforms including the Learning Online Space (LeOnS) for course delivery, Student Information and Accounting System (SIAS), E-Library, and my.CSPC portal. CSPC also maintains research centers including AI Research Center for Community Development and is TESDA-accredited for competency assessments. The institution has multiple campuses in Nabua and Buhi, Camarines Sur.

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Problem solved

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Products and services

• Graduate School Programs Postgraduate degree programs offering master's and doctoral degrees across various disciplines for working professionals and bachelor degree holders seeking advanced credentials and research opportunities.
• College of Computer Studies Programs Undergraduate degree programs in computer science, information technology, and related computing fields for students pursuing careers in the ICT sector.
• College of Engineering and Architecture Programs Engineering and architecture degree programs including civil, computer, and electrical engineering for students pursuing technical and design professions.
• College of Health Sciences Programs Health-related undergraduate programs including nursing, midwifery, and other medical allied courses preparing students for healthcare professions and licensure examinations.
• College of Tourism, Hospitality and Business Management Programs Undergraduate programs in tourism management, hospitality management, and business administration for students pursuing careers in the service and business sectors.
• College of Technological and Developmental Education Programs College focused on technological education and developmental studies with teacher education programs for students pursuing careers in technology and teaching.
• College of Arts and Sciences Programs Arts and sciences undergraduate programs including applied mathematics, development communication, and English language studies for students pursuing liberal arts and sciences education.
• Competency and Assessment Center TESDA-accredited center providing competency assessments and skills certification for technical-vocational education, serving individuals seeking technical skills certification and employment readiness.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• UNESCO Global Skills Academy (Chengdu), ChinacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 June 2026Letter of Intent (LOI) signed with UNESCO Global Skills Academy (Chengdu) marking a significant milestone in CSPC's commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. The partnership lays foundation for future collaborations in technical and vocational education, faculty and student development, research, knowledge exchange, and international learning opportunities.
• China-Southeast Asia TVET NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 June 2026CSPC participated in the China-Southeast Asia TVET Management Capacity Development Workshop in Beijing, China. President Oliva served as resource speaker sharing CSPC's best practices on 'Transforming Technical-Vocational Education and Training (TVET) through Innovation and Global Collaboration.'
• Department of Migrant Workers (DMW)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 June 2026MOA signing to strengthen collaboration in advancing programs and initiatives related to labor, employment, and migrant worker support services, fostering opportunities for knowledge exchange and institutional cooperation. Representatives included Atty. Jeena P. Paclibar-Laceda (Regional Director) and other DMW officials.
• DOST Bicol (Department of Science and Technology)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2026MOU signing for innovation initiatives led by DOST Bicol headed by RD Rommel R. Serrano. Event gathered key stakeholders and Bicol SUCs Presidents to promote shared innovation development.
• Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR), IndonesiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 May 2024International exchange program hosting UNAIR inbound students. Exchange program ran from May 13 to May 24, 2024, including TECH-POSTER-PLAY friendly competition between CSPC and UNAIR students.
• Commission on Higher Education (CHED)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive participation in CHED's 32nd Anniversary Strategic Partnership Converge at Philippine International Convention Center. CSPC reaffirms commitment to supporting CHED's initiatives in advancing quality, accessible, and innovative higher education.
• Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) NagaminorOthersAccount reconciliation partnership to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper recording of financial transactions and obligations. Attended by Dr. Amado A. Oliva Jr., SUC President III and concerned office heads.
• Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSPC became a certified TESDA Accredited Competency Assessment Center on June 10, 2014, recognizing the need and growing demand for technical and vocational skills in the region.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP): Large Philippine state polytechnic university offering engineering, IT, business, and technical-vocational programs across multiple campuses. Directly comparable as a government-funded polytechnic institution targeting working-class and upwardly-mobile Filipino students.
• Bulacan State University: Luzon-based SUC offering engineering, IT, business, and education programs. Comparable to CSPC as a state university serving a non-metro provincial catchment with multiple academic colleges.
• Technological University of the Philippines (TUP): State university with strong technical and engineering focus, offering engineering, industrial technology, and science programs across multiple Manila-area campuses. Comparable as a SUC focused on applied/technical higher education.
• Bicol University: Major SUC based in Legazpi City serving the same Bicol Region as CSPC. Comparable as a public university offering undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple colleges, competing for the same regional student pool.
• Batangas State University: Philippine SUC with strong engineering, computing, and teacher-education programs and multiple campuses. Closely comparable to CSPC as a mid-sized regional polytechnic-type state university with research centers and international linkages.
• Cavite State University: Multi-campus SUC in CALABARZON offering agriculture, engineering, education, and IT programs. Comparable as a provincial SUC combining degree programs with TESDA-style technical-vocational training.

Regional players

• Ateneo de Naga University: Private Jesuit university in Naga City, Camarines Sur — same Bicol Region as CSPC. Comparable as a competitor in the same regional student market, particularly for nursing, business, and education programs.
• Partido State University: Smaller SUC located in Camarines Sur, Philippines. Comparable as a neighboring Bicol-based state university competing for the same regional undergraduate pool with overlapping academic programs.

Broad incumbents

• Technological Institute of the Philippines: Private Philippine higher-education institution with strong engineering, computing, and architecture programs. Comparable to CSPC for engineering and IT program offerings, though operating under a private for-profit model.
• Mapua University: Private Philippine university specializing in engineering, IT, and architecture. Comparable on College of Engineering and Architecture and College of Computer Studies offerings, though with substantially stronger private-sector brand.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries2 records

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