STI Education Systems Holdings

What STI Education Systems Holdings does

STI Education Systems Holdings is a publicly-listed Philippine holding company (PSE ticker: STI, listed November 2012) that operates one of the country's largest networks of private schools, serving approximately 132,941 students in SY 2025-2026 across 66+ campuses nationwide. The group operates through three core educational subsidiaries: STI Education Services Group (STI ESG) with 37 owned and 26 franchised schools offering associate/baccalaureate degrees plus TESDA-accredited technical-vocational programs; STI West Negros University (STI WNU) in Bacolod City providing pre-elementary through graduate-level programs and granted CHED Autonomous status in September 2024; and iACADEMY, which runs two campuses (Makati Nexus with 3,755 capacity and Cebu with 500 capacity) specializing in Computing, Business, and Design programs. In 2024-2025, the group acquired control of the Philippine School of Business Administration-Manila (PSBA), adding tertiary business education capacity. The company is part of the Tanco Group conglomerate.

Name

STI Education Systems Holdings

Legal name

STI Education Systems Holdings, Inc.

Website

https://stiholdings.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

STI Education Systems Holdings is a Philippine publicly-listed holding company operating one of the country's largest private school networks with 132,000+ students across 66+ campuses through STI ESG, STI West Negros University, iACADEMY, and PSBA, offering tertiary, technical-vocational, and basic education.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Education Services

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Private/Independent Online K–12 Schools (EDAJADAC)

Keywords

• Private higher education
• Technical vocational training
• School network operations
• Blended learning platforms
• Education franchise services

Headquarters

HQ city

Makati

HQ country

Philippines

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition and School Fees: Primary revenue stream from tuition and other school fees collected from students enrolled in owned schools. Revenues are recognized based on actual instructional days rather than monthly methods. This is the largest revenue driver, with tuition income reaching ₱4.3 billion in FY 2024.
2. Franchise Royalties: STI ESG derives income from royalties and other fees for educational services provided to its 26 franchised schools. These schools use the STI brand and educational framework in exchange for franchise fees.
3. Dividend and Interest Income: As a holding company, STI Holdings derives revenues from dividends declared by its subsidiaries and interest income on short-term placements. It also earns income from business advisory services provided to subsidiaries.
4. Loan Program Administration: Administration of the ACADEME lending program in partnership with Landbank, where STI ESG extends loans to students that are guaranteed by the school. Interest-free loan payments are spread over three years with STI absorbing the 3% interest.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

STI Education Systems Holdings operates the Philippines' largest private education network through three subsidiaries — STI Education Services Group (STI ESG) with 63 tertiary and tech-voc schools, STI West Negros University (STI WNU) offering pre-elementary through graduate programs, and iACADEMY specializing in Computing, Business, and Design. It delivers courses via a proprietary eLearning Management System (eLMS) on Amazon cloud and the ONE STI blended learning model, generating recurring revenue from tuition, franchise royalties, and interest income on student loan programs.

Product overview

STI Education Systems Holdings is a holding company operating the Philippines' largest network of private schools through three core educational institutions: STI Education Services Group (STI ESG) with 63 schools offering IT-focused and business programs from junior high school to college plus technical-vocational training; STI West Negros University (STI WNU) providing comprehensive education from pre-elementary to graduate levels; and iACADEMY specializing in Computing, Business, and Design programs with strong industry partnerships. The portfolio also includes Philippine School of Business Administration-Manila (PSBA) as a subsidiary. Supporting the educational delivery are technology platforms including the eLearning Management System (eLMS) running on Amazon cloud, the ONE STI blended learning model, and iACADEMY's GOAL program. Community outreach initiatives include the STI Mobile School (roving computer laboratories) and the STI Foundation's Alternative Learning System for out-of-school youth. The network serves over 132,000 students across 66 schools nationwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• STI Education Services Group (STI ESG) Network of 63 schools (37 owned and 26 franchised) offering associate and baccalaureate degrees plus technical-vocational programs in ICT, business management, hospitality, tourism, arts and sciences, engineering, education, psychology, and criminology. Also offers junior and senior high school programs under DepEd permits.
• STI West Negros University (STI WNU) University in Bacolod City offering programs from pre-elementary through graduate levels, including engineering, education, criminology, business courses, hospitality management, ICT, psychology, and post-graduate programs. Granted CHED Autonomous status in September 2024 and accommodates up to 18,000 students.
• iACADEMY Premier school offering specialized senior high school and college programs centered on Computing, Business, and Design, including Software Engineering, Game Development, Web Development, Animation, Multimedia Arts, Fashion Design, Music Production, Film/Visual Effects, Data Science, Cloud Computing, Accountancy, Marketing, Psychology, and Real Estate Management. Operates Makati and Cebu campuses with industry partnerships (AWS, Adobe, PwC).
• Philippine School of Business Administration-Manila (PSBA) Business administration education institution offering programs in Quezon City and Manila campuses. Operates as a subsidiary of STI Holdings, providing business administration education to students in Metro Manila.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Commission on Higher Education (CHED)coreOthers · 10 March 2021Regulatory partnership. CHED grants permits for new programs, provides Autonomous status to qualified institutions, and oversees higher education standards. iACADEMY received CHED approval to offer BS Digital Media Management (first in Philippines) on March 10, 2025.
• Adobe Creative CloudcoreTechnology or Integration · 10 March 2021Adobe Creative Cloud licenses for Multimedia Arts program at iACADEMY, preparing students for industry certifications and creative industry careers.
• Land Bank of the Philippines (Landbank)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 October 2020Partnership for the ACADEME lending program - a 'study now, pay later' scheme. STI ESG availed loans up to ₱250 million to cover tuition fees for students, payable over three years interest-free for students. STI ESG guarantees loans and assumes 3% interest.
• Smart Communications and Globe TelecomcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 October 2020Partnerships with major telecommunications providers for provision of monthly data plans and loads up to 34GB to help students access eLMS, Microsoft Office 365, and online learning tools.
• Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 April 2017Launched Agroenterprise Training for Farmer Facilitators program. STI developed courseware learning materials while Jollibee Foundation trained agroentrepreneurs to organize farmer clusters for vegetable supply to JFC distributors.
• National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Through STI Foundation partnership, facilitated installation and maintenance of computer units donated by NGCP to 34 public elementary and high schools nationwide.
• Pag-IBIG FundcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2013Partnership to provide Pag-IBIG members better access to education, health and insurance products and services. STI Holdings and subsidiaries offer products and services accessible to Pag-IBIG members.
• Nozomi Fortune Services, Inc.minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 December 2012Partnership for P.R.I.D.E. (Program for Resurgence of Industrial Development and Excellence) education program. Allows trainees to enroll in STI courses while concurrently working in accredited business enterprises, providing free collegiate education and work experience.
• Amazon Web ServicescoreTechnology or IntegrationiACADEMY's Cloud Computing program partnership with Amazon Web Services provides students opportunity to gain globally-recognized cloud computing certification.
• Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)coreOthersAccreditation partnership for technical-vocational programs. STI ESG education centers offer TESDA-accredited courses for IT, multimedia arts, hospitality, restaurant services, culinary, and tourism.
• Department of Education (DepEd)coreOthersSTI ESG holds DepEd permits to offer Senior High School, with select schools offering Junior High School. Partnership includes Adopt-a-School program and Alternative Learning System (ALS).
• PhilCare (PhilhealthCare, Inc.)minorOthersAffiliate company under STI Investments providing health insurance. Partnership includes prepaid health cards, bundled packages, and wellness programs for students and employees.
• PwC PhilippinescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for BS Accountancy program at iACADEMY, providing industry insights and preparing students for accountancy careers.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• National University (Philippines): Private Philippine university network with multiple campuses offering K-12 and tertiary programs. Competes directly with STI ESG for Filipino students seeking private education at similar price points and program offerings.
• Centro Escolar University: Private Philippine university with multiple campuses offering programs in pharmacy, optometry, business, and education. Comparable as a multi-campus private higher education provider serving the same Philippine student market.
• AMA Education System: One of the largest private education networks in the Philippines operating multiple campuses with IT, business, and engineering programs. Directly comparable to STI as a publicly listed, multi-campus private education group serving similar tertiary and K-12 segments.
• PHINMA Education: PHINMA Education Holdings operates a network of private schools across the Philippines offering tertiary, K-12, and alternative learning programs. Direct competitor with similar scale, public listing, and focus on affordable quality education for Filipino students.
• Mapua University: Private Philippine university specializing in engineering, IT, and architecture programs. Comparable to iACADEMY's specialized STEM-focused programs as a premium tertiary education provider in the Philippines.
• Lyceum of the Philippines University: Private Philippine university offering tertiary programs in ICT, business, engineering, and hospitality. Comparable as a multi-campus private higher education institution competing for similar student segments in the Philippines.
• University of the East: Major private Philippine university offering undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple campuses in Manila. Directly comparable in scale, program breadth, and target student demographic for tertiary private education.
• San Beda University: Private Philippine university with basic education and tertiary programs across multiple campuses. Comparable as a multi-program private education institution competing for similar Filipino student segments.

Broad incumbents

• Far Eastern University: Established private Philippine university with strong brand recognition in business, law, and IT programs. Broader incumbent comparable in the Manila private tertiary education space with overlapping student demographics.
• De La Salle University: Top-tier private Philippine university known for business, engineering, and IT programs. Broader incumbent comparable as a high-quality private higher education institution, though positioned at a more premium price point than STI.

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/STIholdings
• Instagraminstagram.com/sti_holdings
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sti-education-systems-holdings-sti-

Compliance6 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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