Development Academy of the Philippines
{{Short description|Public graduate school and government think tank in the Philippines}}
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{{Infobox university
| name = Development Academy of the Philippines
| native_name = Akademya sa Pagpapaunlad ng Pilipinas
| image =
| image_size = 175px
| caption = Official logo of DAP
| motto = "Excellence, Integrity, Service"
| motto_lang = en
| established = June 23, 1973
{{nowrap|({{age in years and days|1973|6|23|sep=and}})}}
| type = GOCC
Graduate school
| parent_agency = Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev)
| president = Majah-Leah V. Ravago, PhD
| president_title = President and CEO
| city = Pasig
| province = Metro Manila
| country = Philippines
| coordinates = {{coord|14.578578|121.057866|display=inline,title}}
| campus_type = Urban and suburban
| facilities = Pasig (main campus)
Tagaytay (conference center)
Regional training centers
| colors = Blue and gold
| website = {{URL|http://www.dap.edu.ph}}
| budget = Government funding
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| accreditation =
| academic_affiliations = Government of the Philippines
Asian Productivity Organization (APO)
| function = Public policy research
Management training
Graduate education
Technical assistance
| governing_body = Board of Trustees
| legal_authority = Presidential Decree No. 205
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The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) is a government-owned and controlled corporation established on 23 June 1973 by Presidential Decree No. 205. It is attached to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) and provides training, policy research and consultancy services for government and private-sector managers. The academy supports socioeconomic development and good governance in the Philippines through its programmes and initiatives.{{Cite web|url=https://icrs.gcg.gov.ph/profiles/dap/|title=GOCC Profile - Integrated Corporate Reporting System|website=icrs.gcg.gov.ph}}
History
= Establishment =
DAP was founded under Presidential Decree No. 205, issued by President Ferdinand Marcos Ferdinand Marcos, to create a coordinated, ongoing programme for capacity-building in the public and private sectors.Its mission addresses the human resource needs that are critical for economic and social development.{{cite web |date=1973-05-11 |title=Creating and establishing the development academy of the Philippines, defining its powers, functions, and responsibilities, and for other purposes |url=https://www.dap.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/PD-205-Creation-of-DAP.pdf |access-date=2024-12-26 |website=www.dap.edu.ph}}
= Recent developments =
In October 2023, President Bong-bong Marcos issued Executive Order No. 45, transferring DAP from the Office of the President to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA). This administrative shift aimed to improve the alignment and execution of economic and development policies.{{cite web|url=https://pco.gov.ph/news_releases/malacanang-issues-executive-order-no-45-transferring-dap-to-neda/| title=Malacañang issues Executive Order No. 45 transferring DAP to NEDA| date=2023-10-26}}{{cite web|url=https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1851410/dap-transferred-from-office-of-the-president-to-neda#ixzz8vUaQlVgD |title=DAP transferred from Office of the President to NEDA | author= Jean Mangaluz |date=October 26, 2023 | website=newsinfo.inquirer.net}}{{cite web|url=https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/2023/10/25/executive-order-no-45-s-2023/| title=Executive Order No. 45, s. 2023 | date=October 25, 2023}}
In February 2024, Majah-Leah V. Ravago was appointed as DAP's president. Ravago, an economist with prior experience as an associate professor at the Ateneo Center for Economic Research and Development, brings expertise in economics and policy research to the institution.{{cite web|url=https://www.ateneo.edu/news/2024/02/16/school-social-sciences-dr-majah-leah-v-ravago-appointed-development-academy| title=School of Social Sciences' Dr Majah-Leah V Ravago appointed Development Academy of the Philippines president| date=2024-02-16}}
During 2024, DAP expanded its initiatives in capacity building and governance, including hosting the Government Quality Management Program (GQMP) Conference 2024, aiming to strengthen partnerships with the Asian Productivity Organization (APO), enhancing monitoring and evaluation practices for government agencies, conducting international workshops on improving public sector service quality. These efforts underscore DAP's role in supporting national development and promoting excellence in public administration.{{cite web|url=https://www.dap.edu.ph/2024/12/16/dap-showcases-contributions-at-neda-forum | title=DAP showcases contributions at NEDA's 11th M&E Network Forum | date=2024-12-16 }}
Core functions
= Education and training =
Graduate Programs in Public and Development Management, Executive Education Programs, Professional Development Courses, Leadership Development Programs{{cite web|url=https://www.dap.edu.ph/programs/training/ |title=Training | Development Academy of the Philippines |date=October 28, 2015 }}
= Research and technical assistance =
Policy Research and Analysis, Productivity and Quality Improvement, Governance and Institutional Development, Sustainable Development Studieshttps://www.dap.edu.ph/programs/research/{{Dead link | date=December 2024 | fix-attempted=yes}}
= Consultancy services =
Strategic Planning and Management, Organizational Development, Process Improvement, Quality Management Systems Implementation.
Facilities
= DAP Building - Main Campus =
Located along San Miguel Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City, the main campus features:
- Administrative offices
- Training facilities
- Research centers
- Conference rooms
= DAP Conference Center - Tagaytay =
A facility in Tagaytay City offering:
- Conference halls
- Training rooms
- Accommodation facilities
- Recreational areas{{cite web|url=https://www.dap.edu.ph/about-us/campuses/|title=Facilities - Development Academy of the Philippines|website=DAP Official Website|access-date=December 26, 2024 }}
International partnerships
DAP maintains active partnerships with various international organizations:
Asian Productivity Organization (APO)
European Union (EU)
Other ASEAN training institutions
External links
- {{Official website |https://dap.edu.ph/}}
References
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Category:Education in the Philippines
Category:Government-owned and controlled corporations of the Philippines
Category:Universities and colleges in Metro Manila
Category:Graduate schools in the Philippines
Category:Research institutes in the Philippines
Category:Organizations established in 1973