The standard or quality of an institution or program is greatly measured by the qualifications of its faculty. In this light, the faculty should be composed of competent members in terms of academic qualifications, experience and professional expertise. In addition, they should manifest desirable personal qualities and high level of professionalism.
To be effective, faculty members should be properly compensated and taken care of. They must be given opportunities for continuous personal and professional development. A policy of fair and equitable distribution of teaching assignments and workload should be practiced. Likewise, objective and clear promotion criteria/ scheme should be adopted by the institution.
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Systems - Inputs and Processes
S.1.1. at least 25% of business and professional subjects are taught
by faculty members with appropriate master’s degree; and
S.1.2. at least 35% of general education subjects are taught by
faculty with appropriate master’s degrees.
S.2. Other qualifications such as the following are considered:
S.2.1. related professional experience;
S.2.2. licensure;
S.2.3. specialization;
S.2.4. technical skills and competence; and
S.2.5. special abilities, computer literacy, research productivity.
S.4. At least 50% of the faculty have relevant graduate degrees.
Implementation
I.1.1. instruction;
I.1.2. research;
I.1.3. extension;
I.1.4. production;
I.1.5. consultancy and expert service; and
I.1.6. publication, creative and scholarly works.
Outcome/s
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Systems - Inputs and Processes
S.1. Faculty recruitment is based on an Institutional Human Resource Development Plan/Program (HRDP)
Implementation
I.1.1. academic qualifications;
I.1.2. personal qualities;
I.1.3. communication skills;
I.1.4. teaching ability;
I.1.5. medical examination results;
I.1.6. psychological examination results;
I.1.7. relevant professional experiences;
I.1.8. previous record of employment;
I.1.9. technical/special skills & abilities; and
I.1.10. previous performance rating.
I.2. The hiring system adopts an open competitive selection, based on the
I.2.1. print media (newspaper, flyers, CSC Bulletin of vacant positions);
I.2.2. broadcast media (TV, radio);
I.2.3. website;
I.2.4. bulletin boards; and
I.2.5. others
I.3. A screening Committee selects and recommends the best and most
I.5. Measures to avoid professional in-breeding are observed;
I.6. The institution conducts orientation for newly-hired faculty on its vision and mission and CSC, PRC, DBM and administration policies on their duties, responsibilities and other concerns.
Outcome/s
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S.1. Faculty-student ratio is in accordance with the program requirements and standards as follows:
S.1.1. lecture (1:40), maximum of 1:50; and
S.1.2. laboratory (1:25), maximum of 1:30.
S.3. Their are full-time faculty classified by rank, subject/specialization.
S.6. There is equitable, measurable and fair distribution of teaching load and other assignments.
Implementation
I.1. The maximum total load is assigned to regular full-time faculty in
accordance to the CMO of the program and institutional guidelines.
I.2. A Faculty Manual is published formalizing faculty policies, standards and guidelines.
I.3. Professional subjects are handled by specialists in the discipline/program.
I.7. Teaching schedule does not allow more than six (6) hours of continuous teaching.
I.10. Workload assignments and number of preparation follow existing
Outcome/s
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S.1. The institution has a system of promotion in rank and tenure based on official issuances.
S.2. The institution has a policy on probationary status of employment.
Implementation
I.6. Probationary period of at least one (1) year is implemented.
Outcome/s
O.1. The faculty are satisfied with their rank and employment status.
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Systems - Inputs and Processes
S.1. The institution has an approved and sustainable Faculty Development Program (PDP).
S.2. The faculty receive academic recognition such as scholarships/fellowships/grants and awards.
S.5. The budget allocation for faculty development is adequate and wisely utilized.
Implementation
I.3. The institution conducts in-service training program regularly at least once per term.
I.6. The budget for faculty development is wisely utilized.
I.7. The FDP implements the following:
I.7.1. adequate and qualified supervision of faculty;
I.7.2. scholarship, fellowships, sabbatical leaves, and travel grants;
I.7.3. financial support for active membership in professional
organizations;
I.7.4. deloading of faculty to finish master’s/doctoral degrees;
I.7.5. attendance in continuing professional education (CPE) programs such as seminars; workshops and conferences or some training courses;
I.7.6. conducting research related activities to the program;
I.7.7. publishing papers of scholarly outputs/articles; and
I.7.8. production of instructional materials (IM’s)
Outcome/s
O.1. The faculty trained and competent to serve the institution.
O.2. The faculty are committed to serve and support the programs and projects of the institution.
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S.1. The system of evaluating the faculty on the following:
S.1.1. professional performance; and
S.1.2. scholarly works.
Implementation
I.1. Demonstrate skills and competencies in all of the following:
I.1.1. knowledge of the program objectives/outcome(s);
I.1.2. reflecting clearly the program outcomes in the course objectives;
I.1.3. knowledge/mastery of the content, issues and methodologies in the discipline;
I.1.4. proficiency in the use of the language of instruction;
I.1.5. the use of higher order thinking skills such as analytical, critical, creative, innovative and problem-solving;
I.1.6. innovativeness and resourcefulness in the different instructional processes;
I.1.7. integration of values and work ethic in the teaching-learning process; and
I.1.8. integration of Gender and Development (GAD) activities.
I.2. Promptly submits the required reports and other academic outputs.
I.3. Updates lecture notes through an interface of relevant research findings and new knowledge.
I.5. Presents papers in local, regional, national and/or international fora.
I.6. Publish papers in regional, national and international magazines and
I.8. Conduct extension and outreach activities.
I.9. Regularly update respective course syllabi.
I.10. Utilized ICT and other resources in the enhancement of the teaching-learning process..
Outcome/s
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Systems - Inputs and Processes
S.1. The institution has a system of compensation and rewards to its faculty and staff.
Implementation
I.1. The following fringe benefits are granted:
I.1.1. maternity leave/paternity leave with pay;
I.1.2. sick leave;
I.1.3. study leave (with or without pay);
I.1.4. vacation leave;
I.1.5. tuition fee discount for faculty dependents;
I.1.6. clothing/uniform allowance;
I.1.7. performance based bonus (PBB);
I.1.8. anniversary bonus;
I.1.9. honoraria/incentives for conducting research or for the production of scholarly works;
I.1.10. housing privilege; (optional)
I.1.11. sabbatical leave;
I.1.12. compensatory leave credit;
I.1.13. deloading to finish thesis/dissertation;
I.1.14. thesis/dissertation aid; and
I.1.15. others.
I.2. Policies on salaries/benefits and other privileges are disseminated to the faculty.
I.3. Salaries are paid regularly and promptly.
I.6. Faculty with outstanding performance are given recognition/awards and incentives.
Outcome/s
O.1. The faculty are satisfied with their compensation and rewards.
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Implementation
I.1. Responsibly observe the following:
I.1.1. regular and prompt attendance to classes;
I.1.2. participation in faculty meetings and university/college activities;
I.1.3. completion of assigned tasks on time;
I.1.4. submission of all required reports promptly; and
I.1.5. decorum at all times.
I.3. Exercise academic freedom juriciously.
I.4. Show commitment and loyalty to the institution as evidenced by:
I.4.1. observance of official time;
I.4.2. productive use of official time;
I.4.3. performance of other tasks and assignments with or without compensation; and
I.4.4. compliance with terms of agreement/contracts (e.g., scholarships and training)
I.7. Show evidence of professional growth through further and continuing studies.
I.8. Engage in practice which enable the faculty to demonstrate harmonious interpersonal relations with the students, parents, and the community
Outcome/s
O.1. The corps of faculty manifest a commendable level of professionalism.