ABOUT US

Introduction

 

The Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) envisions to become a world class University dedicated to the development of virtuous human resources and innovation for inclusive growth.  Its mission is to develop globally competitive professionals and industry–ready graduates via various modalities and generate new knowledge and technologies for the improvement of the quality of life.

 

From the University’s vision and mission, the Extension Directorate, as the extension arm of MMSU anchors its programs and projects on the development of innovations for inclusive growth and the generation of new knowledge and technologies for the improvement of quality of life. Along this, the Unit translates academic and research excellence to people’s excellence thru making information and technology work for people.  Its mission is to make MMSU a University for all by contributing significantly to the development of empowered citizens equipped with dynamic rational decision-making and action-oriented capabilities who work more productively and efficiently for improved socio-economic life and sustainable development. 

 

In support to the vision and mission of the University, the College of Business, Economics and Accountancy (CBEA) designed its extension Unit to make the College visible and functional in enabling the community and its people towards sustainable development.  Through its banner extension program, the Community and Enterprises Development Program (CEDP), it empowers people by sharing its manpower resources, intellectual capabilities, research outputs, technology developed along the fields of specializations in entrepreneurship, business education, economics, tourism and hospitality management.

 

 The CBEA draws its strengths from its manpower resources, around 40 faculty and 2,000 students in the nine curricular program offerings to wit: BSAccountancy, BSAccounting Technology, BSBA major in Marketing Management, BSBA major in Human Resources Development Management, BSEntrepreneurship, BS Cooperative Management, BSTourism Management and BS Hospitality Management.   The CEDP is geared towards enterprise, cooperatives, community and people development thru entrepreneurship, good governance, environmental and community tourism based approaches.

 

The ECOD

 The BSEconomics Program takes its active role in the College extension program through its extension Project dubbed as Empowering Communities for Development (ECOD).  It mobilizes its manpower resources faculty and students, knowledge and technology developed in helping communities towards sustainable development. 

 

Generally, the BSEconomics Program develops knowledge skills and tools in economics that are deemed necessary in decision and policy making in government, business industry, non-government organizations and people’s organizations. The study of economic theories and practices enables the students to understand and analyze the complexities of local and global economies. The capstone of the course is the writing of an economic or business research, which is an important basis for management planning and investment decisions.

 

 

 

Specifically the program aims to produce professionals who are:

  1. equipped with adequate knowledge of models, tools and framework in the theoretical ad quantitative analysis of various economic situations for egalitarian ad policy-making as well as responsible business planning;
  2. competent researchers skilled with the identification of socio-economic and development-related problems, application of appropriate research designs data-gathering processing analysis and interpretation;
  3. well-conversant with the preparation of technical and research reports of presentation in various symposia/fora;
  4. capable of establishing strong linkages with various local and international agencies and other stakeholders in the conduct of research and extension activities; and
  5. values-oriented and possess social and economic consciousness towards nation building.

 

The ECOD Program Objectives

            Generally, the ECOD Program, primarily aims to pursue sustainable economic growth and development of communities which will ultimately improve the quality of life of the constituents. 

 

Specifically, the Program aims to: 

 

  1. empower communities through the promotion of community-based organizations such as social enterprises, cooperatives and peoples’ organizations;
  2. plan, implement and monitor extension programs intended to harness the potentials, strengthen and develop competencies of micro and small entrepreneurs, cooperative organizations, women, OSYs and the communities; 
  3. establish linkages and collaborate with other units, government agencies and private organizations, locally and internationally, for the advancement of the extension programs;
  4. source out additional funds and utilize the same for the implementation of approved extension activities;
  5. publish, exchange, collect, store and distribute information necessary to the development of the end-beneficiaries; and
  6. conduct extension cum research activities aimed at improving extension service delivery.

 

Target Clients

  • Communities
  • Community organizations
  • Industries
  • Micro and small entrepreneurs
  • Cooperative organizations
  • Entrepreneurs and their enterprises

 

Services offered:

  1. Information – generates information which are readily available as reliable and valid bases for community development planning;
  2. Technical services -  conduct of surveys, researches, feasibility studies and business plans;
  3. Capability building – strengthen the capabilities of communities and their leaders along community development planning, industry development planning and related concerns;
  4. Linkaging and partnering – establish linkages and partnerships with community organizations, GOs and NGOs which are supportive of the project.

Projects and Accomplishments:

  1. Project Title: 

    1. “Community-Based Enterprise Nipa Ethanol Industry”

      • Project Location:  Bgy. Cabaggan, Pamplona Cagayan

      • Duration:  Nov. 28, 2017  onwardsProject Technology

      • Recipients:  Cabbagan Women’s Organization in Bgy. Cabaggan, Paplona Cagayan

      • Accomplishments:

        • Completed the research “Pilot Deployment and R & D Multi-Feedstock Village Scale Modularized Kits for Bio Ethanol Production

        • Completed the “Economic Analysis of he Village-Scale Distillery: Case of Hydrous Ethanol

        • Completed the baseline survey of the technology adopters

        • Presented the Project to th Technology Adapters and finalized the Project Plan

        • Drafted and finalized the MOA and was signed between the MMSU and the Technology recipients, the Cabbagan Women’s Organization in Cabbagan, Pamplona Cagayan

    2. “Supply Chain Improvement of Bamboo: Case of Quasi Integration Model for Region 1”.  Marilou P. Lucas, Mishael Joy Barrera, Marjorie P. Garcia, Orlino J. Mandac

      • Technology Adopters:  The Bamboo Industry in region 1 composed of bamboo farmers/producers, pole traders and assemblers, furniture manufacturers, furniture product retailers, stall owners, mall owners, exportes and ambulant sellers. 

      • Identified issues that were addressed:  lack of a strong cooperative organization of bamboo producers that would provide sustainable supply of quality raw materials, lack of efficient information and communication system relative to quality and pricing of the produc, access o technologies for intermediate processing of th product, and infrastructure support. 

      • Accomplishments: 

        • Completed Phase I –  research “Supply Chain Improvement of Bamboo: Case of Quasi Integration Model for Region 1”

        • conduct of industry baseline survey, conduct of rapid bamboo industry assessment

        • Conducted capacity building  cum values orientation among the membrs of the bamboo industry

        • Produced \IEC Materials on bamboo production

        • Establishment of bamboo nursery in abugao, i|locos Sur

        • Market Matching and Linkaging

        • Initiated policy reforms for the industry 

    3. Developing Underserved Rural Areas through Services (DUR-AS): MMSU’s Mechanism of Fulfilling the MDG’s through Convergence and Volunteerism. 

      • Service Areas:  Bgy. Camandingan, City of Batac, Ilocos Norte, Bgy. Gaang, Currimao, Ilocos Norte

      • Activities undertaken:

        • Conducted economic survey for the establishment of a cooperative in each of the barangays

        • Conducted 2 cooperative pre-membership trainings (PMES)

        • Conducted a livelihood seminar cum demonstration

        • Coordinated a product exhibit where products of the barangays were introduced and marketed

    4. Enhancing Value-Chain for Peanuts Prodution and Processing in Ilocos Nort

      • ​​​​​​​ExtensionComponent:  Improvement of the Packaging and Participatory Marketing of One Town One Product (OTOP) Developed Product

      • Accomplishments:

        • Completed the research components

        • Devleoped the technology of processing sand-cooked peanuts

        • Idntified target technology adopters

        • Conducted capability training for technology adopters

    5. Research cum Extension Projects
      1. Assessment of the Level of Awareness of Farmers on Organic Vegetable Production Policies and Standards in Region 1
        1. Completed the research component
        2. Results are baseline information for the Organic Vegetable Production Project in Region 1
      2. Marketing Analysis and Strategies for Selected Processed Food, Food Ingredients and Additives in Ilocos Norte
        • Activities undertaken: 
          • Organization and training of entrepreneurs in the industry
      3. Socio-Economic, Institutional and Technical Environment of Organic Vegetable Production in Ilocos Norte
        • Extension Component:  Training on organic farming
      4. Revitalizing the Garlic Industry in Ilocos Norte
        • Extension Component: 
          • Conducted training among garlic farmers
          • Distributed garlic bulbs as planting materials
    6. Special Projects:
      • ENACTUS with the University Extension Directorate
      • AGDUR-AS with the University Extension Directorate and the CBEA Extension Services
      • Bulk Processing, Optimization and Performance Testing on MMSU Hydrous Bioethanl as Oxygenate and Renewable Engine Fuel
        • :  SCAgrupis, MPLucas, RUlep, NMateo, MCBirginias, JP Madrigal, MValencia, MRemolacion, FAbenes
        • Extension Component:  Train  the technology adopters on the production of Jethropa (tawatawa)
      • Science and Technology Park Model:  An Integrated Approach Toward the Commercialization of Food and Innovative Materials Utilizing Biological and Non-Metallic Resources of Ilocos Norte
        • ​​​​​​​Overall Incharge:  Miriam E. Pascua, MMSU President
        • Project Manager:  Marilou P. Lucas, Research Director (former CBEA Dean) and Faculty of the BSEconomics Departmen
        • Extension Component:
          1. Preparation of  research-based business plans for the commercialization of Food and food Additives from Innovative materials in Ilocos Norte
            • Business Plans Developed:
              • Business Plan for Porous Mullite Ceramic-based water filter In-Charge:  Engr Thomas D. Ubiña, Ryan Marvin Mabeza, CBEA
              • Business Plan for Flour Unlimited (Flour from Yam) In-charge:  Mediah Perle F. Layaoen, CBEA, NoralynLegaspi, Jonathan Rex Aquino, CBEA
              • Business Plan for Malunggay Powder and Saluyot Powder In Charge:  Engr. Samuel Franco, Adrian L. Galapon (CBEA), Armie . Sabugo (CBEA
              • Business Plan for Seaweed Food Treats In charge:  Zenaida Agngarayngay, Analyn Manglal-lan (CBEA), Errol John Valdez (CBEA)
          2. Technical Assistance provided
            1.  Community development plans
              • Community Development Plan For San Lorenzo, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte
              • Community Development Plan For San Isidro, Sarrat,  Ilocos Norte
              • Community Development Plan For #23 Biningan, City Of Batac, Ilocos Norte
            2. Feasibility studies conducted
              • survey for the establishment of Camandingan Farmers’ Cooperative
              • Economic survey for the establishment of Gaang consumers Cooperative
            3. Consultancy Services Provided:
              1. Mr. Jay Pee Ilacas, Economist for the projects:
                • Achieving Sovereignty Through Sustainable Entrepreneurial Development (FooDSSEND) for Rural Household Programs
                • Enterprise Support for the Academe (ELSA) a joint project of MMSU and DOST
              2.  Marilou P. Lucas
                • Served as director of the University Extension Directorate.
                • UMIC International, DAR-ARCES
                • Consultant in  Organic Farming
                • Garlic Industry revitalization
                • S & T park
              3. Orlino J. Mandac
                • consultant in the establishment o f the S&T Park
            4. Brochures/IEC produced
              • The CEDP
              • The ECOD
            5. Technologies Developed
              • Supply Chain Model for Bamboo Farmers
              • Organic Vegetable Production policies and standards in Region 1
            6. Linkages Established
              • PCARRD
              • ILARDEC
              • DA
              • DOST
              • PGIN
              • DAR-ARCES
              • USAID RTI
              • DOE

 

List of Students Outputs That Can Be Used in Extension

TITLE

SCHOOL YEAR

STUDENTS

ADVISER

Perceived Effects of Beach Resorts and Hotels in Currimao, Ilocos Norte

2017-2018

Saclayan, Sheena Joy &  Racuya, Paulyn

O.J. Mandac, J.B. Ilacas

Perceived Effects of Renewable Energy Resources in the Province of Ilocos Norte

2017-2018

Manuel, Georgette & Marcella, Aileen

O.J. Mandac

Supply, Demand, and Profitability Analysis of Souvenir Production in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte

2017-2018

Calegan, Levilyn & Balin, Helen Joy

M.S. Barrera

Productivity and Profitability of Wine Production in Adams, Ilocos Norte

2017-2018

Aquino, Mary Antonelle & Sajor, Ronalyn

O.J. Mandac

Demand for Processed Garlic in Ilocos Norte

2017-2018

Sabido, Crissan Pearl & Maximo, Leslie

M.P. Lucas

Consumption, Savings, and Investment Practices of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Employees in Ilocos Norte

2017-2018

Aurelio, Kriezchelle Mae & Osorio, Janella Kim

J.B.Ilacas

Costs and Returns Analysis of Ginger Production in Ilocos Norte

2017-2018

Cascayan, Jhean Lyka Faye & Tupas, Arcel

M.P. Lucas, J.B. Ilacas

Demand for Rice-Based Native Delicacies in Ilocos Norte

2017-2018

Quianzon, Cielo & Saclayan, Mariedette

M.P. Lucas

Consumption Patterns of OFW and Non-OFW Households in the City of Batac, Ilocos Norte

2017-2018

Batucal, Rhea & Flojo, Crizel

M.S. Barrera

Perceived Effects of Beach Resorts and Hotels in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte

2017-2018

Melgar, Nehrose & Rosete, Kaina Mae

M.S. Barrera, J.B. Ilacas

Financial Literacy Among College Students of MMSU Batac

2016-2017

Salvador, Jessica F.

M.P. Lucas

Financial Literacy Among College Students of MMSU, Laoag City Campus

2016-2017

Madriaga, Janine Olivia

M.P. Lucas

Awareness and Adoption of Farm Technologies Among Farmers in Selected Towns of Ilocos Norte

2016-2017

Pante, Kay Anne

M.P. Lucas

Demand and Supply Analysis for Native Chicken in Ilocos Norte

2016-2017

Pungtilan, Nina del Mar

M.P. Lucas

Poverty Alleviation Programs of the Local Government Unit of Bangui, Ilocos Norte

2016-2017

Oania, Hannah Jean

O.J. Mandac

Investment Climate and Economic Opportunities in the City of Batac, Ilocos Norte

2016-2017

Ramos, Razell

O.J. Mandac

Investment Climate and Economic Opportunities in the Municipality of Bacarra, Ilocos Norte

2016-2017

Padron, Joanna

O.J. Mandac

Assessment on the Level of Competence of the TVET-Food and Beverages Services NC II Graduates in Ilocos Norte

2016-2017

Bangloy, Regina

J.B.Ilacas

Assessment on the Level of Competence of the TVET-Automotive Servicing NC II Graduates in Laoag City and San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte

2016-2017

Manalon, Dara Rose

J.B.Ilacas

Assessment on the Level of Competence of the TVET-Consumer Electronics Services NC II Graduates in Laoag City and San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte

2016-2017

Pacris, Ma. Kathrina Vallerie

J.B.Ilacas

Assessment of Poverty Alleviation Programs of the Local Government Unit of Solsona, Ilocos Norte

2016-2017

Arellano, Jessica

J.B.Ilacas

Perceived Effects of Dollar Fluctuations on the Consumption Patterns of the OFW Households in Bangui, Ilocos Norte

2016-2017

Espiritu, April

M.S. Barrera

Effects of Aging Agricultural Labor Population in Rice Productivity in Paoay, Ilocos Norte

2016-2017

Dafun, Randy

M.S. Barrera

Labor Force Participation among LGBT Members in Sinait, Ilocos Norte

2016-2017

Fiesta, John

M.S. Barrera

Causes and Effects of Unemployment Among Households in Paoay, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Buena Agua, Maria Isabel

O.J. Mandac

Labor Force Participation and Distribution Among Households in Claveria, Cagayan

2015-2016

Agpaoa, Charlene Mae

J.B.Ilacas

Savings, Investments and Economics Well-Being of OFW Households in Vintar, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Agron, Khris Desiree

O.J. Mandac

Income, Savings, and Investments of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in the City of Batac, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Arawag, Josephine

J.B.Ilacas

Awareness and Perceptions of High School Students and Teachers in the City of Batac, Ilocos Norte Towards the ASEAN Economic Community

2015-2016

Bangcud, Angelo

M.S. Barrera

Awareness and Perceptions of Faculty Members of the Mariano Marcos State University in the City of Batac, Ilocos Norte Towards the ASEAN Economic Community

2015-2016

Bano, Rose Ann

M.S. Barrera

Awareness and Perceptions of College Students of the Mariano Marcos State University in the City of Batac, Ilocos Norte Towards the ASEAN Economic Community

2015-2016

Briola, Jemrey Mae

M.S. Barrera

Awareness and Perceptions of College Students in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte Toward the ASEAN Economic Community

2015-2016

Cagat, Kriselda Azeneth

M.S. Barrera

Savings, Consumption and Investments of the Public and Private Elementary School Teachers in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Baptista, Jessamine Kaye

J.B.Ilacas

Financing Schemes and Credit Accessibility of Micro Enterprises in the City of Batac, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Cacao, Liezel

O.J. Mandac

Effects of Socioeconomic Factors on the Profitability of Hybrid Rice Production in San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Caraang, Lizette Ivy

M.P. Lucas

Comparative Analysis of the Productivity and Profitabilit of Heirloom Tomato and NFC Tomato in Sarrat, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

De Larna, Stella Mariz

M.P. Lucas

Awareness and Perceptions of High School Students and Teachers  Laoag City, Ilocos Norte Toward the ASEAN Economic Community

2015-2016

Dumlao, May Ville

M.S. Barrera

Comparative Productivity and Profitability Analysis of Corn and Mungbean in Banna, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Mabuti, Elaine Faye

M.P. Lucas

Contributions of Women Entrepreneurs to the Household Economy in the City of Batac, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Malihan, Ma. Christina

O.J. Mandac

Employment, Unemployment, and Underemployment of 2015 Graduates of the College of Business, Economics, and Accountancy of the Mariano Marcos State University

2015-2016

Maog, Menchie

O.J. Mandac

Productivity and Profitability of Onion Production in Badoc, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Pascua, Johnwell

M.P. Lucas

Labor Force Participation and Distribution among Households in Sarrat, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Pinacate, Melanie

J.B.Ilacas

Household Consumption and Expenditures of Chinese Products in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Raceli, Mary Rose

M.P. Lucas

Profitability of Contract and Non-Contract Tomato Production in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Salvador, Sarah Bettina

M.P. Lucas

Economic Analysis of Eggplant Production in Cabugao, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Santella, Danica

M.P. Lucas

Contributions Perceived by Housewives to the Economic Well-Being of their Households in Badoc, Ilocos Norte

2015-2016

Seguro, John Angelo

O.J. Mandac

Adaptability of Farmers to Climate Variances in Dingras, Ilocos Norte

2014-2015

Agapinan, Jade

M.S. Barrera

Costs and Returns of Social Commerce in Ilocos Norte

2014-2015

Arzaga, Joseph Rey

J.B.Ilacas

Consumer Preferences and Expenditures of Dairy Products Among Households in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte

2014-2015

Timbreza, Jolina

M.P. Lucas

Economic Analysis of the Multiplier Effects of the Establishment of Robinsons Mall in San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte

2014-2015

Lopez, Alessia

O.J. Mandac

Economic Well-Being of Farm and Non-Farm Households in Marcos, Ilocos Norte

2014-2015

Olivo, Jestoni

M.S. Barrera

Quality of Life Indicators Perceived by the Rural poor in the City of Batac, Ilocos Norte

2014-2015

Ulit, Irene

M.S. Barrera

Consumption and Expenditure Analysis of Expanded Students’ Grant-In-Aid Program for Poverty Alleviation (ESGP-PA) in Mariano Marcos State University

2014-2015

Docdocos, Lizette

M.S. Barrera

Extent of Labor Market Job Mismatch in Paoay, Ilocos Norte

2014-2015

Corpuz, Honeyleth

M.S. Barrera

Costs and Returns Analysis of Laundry Services in the Cities of Laoag and Batac, Ilocos Norte

2014-2015

Pagdilao, John Paul

J.B.Ilacas

Socioeconomic Analysis of Tobacco Farming Households in Pangasinan

2014-2015

Formoso, Reina Vica

J.B.Ilacas