PHL universities talent-rich but research-poor — QS

The Philippines has more universities in international rankings than ever before, yet still struggles to produce graduates with the right skills for the jobs its economy needs.

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That’s the verdict of the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) report on ASEAN universities released Tuesday, November 4, which draws on past global rankings to weigh how schools in Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, measure up to the demands of their economies and job markets.

QS’ analysis had generally praised the Philippines for its growing higher-education footprint but warned of a widening gap between what universities and colleges teach and what employers need.

Overall, Philippine universities enjoy a strong employer reputation and produce graduates recognized for adaptability and soft skills, but research output, citation impact, and internationalization remain weak, according to QS.“The Philippines has proven talent and resilience. The challenge now is to turn this into stronger research output and global visibility,” QS said in its regional analysis.

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