Research and Development Management Program of FMDS, UPOU

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Research and Development Management Program of FMDS, UPOU The Diploma in Research and Development Management (DR&DM) is a post-baccalaureate program primarily directed toward managerial leadership development.

UP Open University Faculty of Management and Development Studies is offering two post-graduate programs on R&D -- the Diploma in Research and Development Management (DR&DM) program and the Master of Research and Development Management (MR&DM) program It prepares students to be professional managers of organizations/systems engaged in R&D and technology development and utilization. The DR&DM is designed to enhance knowledge and skills in planning R&D programs, developing and promoting technologies for utilization, and managing human and organizational relations in R&D systems. The program aims to enable students to:
1. Demonstrate enhanced managerial leadership with an R&D-oriented perspective; and
2. Influence and transform R&D organizations to be productive, dynamic, cost-effective, environmentally adaptive, socially relevant, and development-oriented.

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The Master of Research and Development Management (MR&DM) is a flexible and fully online graduate program designed to develop knowledge and skills in effective leadership of government and private R&D organizations and research funding institutions. The specialized curriculum covers the development, management, and implementation of research initiatives, including developing research collaborations and partnerships, proposal preparation and submission, contracts negotiation and management of research projects, financial management, technology commercialization, intellectual property rights, and compliance with government regulations and policies. The MR&DM program aims to produce graduates who are able to:

1. Demonstrate enhanced managerial leadership with an R&D-oriented perspective in organizing,
directing, monitoring and evaluating R&D organization;
2. Influence the transformation of R&D system as a productive, dynamic, cost-effective,
environmentally adaptive, socially relevant, ethical and development-oriented organization; and
3. Lead in implementing strategic R&D management innovations in technology generation,
commercialization, and societal development

25/09/2026

What comes after earning a degree in Research and Development Manag...

24/09/2026

TOMORROW, WE GO BEYOND THE DEGREE!

The wait is almost over! Join us tomorrow for the society's inaugural hybrid webinar "Beyond the Degree: Empowering R&D Leaders for Career Growth and Professional Success." It is an exciting learning and networking event designed to help R&D professionals and aspiring leaders navigate opportunities beyond the classroom and into the professional world.

Get ready for meaningful conversations, valuable insights, and opportunities to connect with fellow R&D professionals and leaders!

IMPORTANT REMINDER: Registered participants, please check your email inbox for the event details, including the program, schedule, venue/online access information, and other important reminders.

You can also watch the live stream across our official platforms:
UPOU Networks site: https://oer.upou.edu.ph/academic-events/
UPOU Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/live/FuN-KbRYBx8?si=Ua8gHCBX1zf0Uzg9
UPOU Networks FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/19bqjAfVWt/

We can't wait to see you tomorrow as we go Beyond the Degree!

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24/09/2026

[๐ž๐ข๐—ฉ๐ž๐—ง๐–๐—ง๐ž๐ค๐ข] ๐—›๐˜†๐—ฏ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฑ ๐—ช๐—ฒ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ฟ: โ€œ๐—•๐—ฒ๐˜†๐พ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐——๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ: ๐—˜๐—บ๐—ฝ๐พ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฅ&๐—— ๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€ ๐—ณ๐พ๐—ฟ ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—š๐—ฟ๐พ๐˜„๐˜๐—ต ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐พ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ถ๐พ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ฆ๐˜‚๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€โ€

What comes after earning a degree in Research and Development Management?

The UP Research and Development Management Society (UPRDMS) in collaboration with the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) and Office of Student Affairs (OSA) brings together accomplished R&D leaders, practitioners, and academics to give students and professionals a glimpse into the opportunities, challenges, and pathways that await them beyond their academic journey.

Through this activity, it aims to empower students to look beyond degree completion and embrace the opportunities ahead. Grounded in a commitment to excellence, the initiative guides students in driving research and innovation, building strong professional networks, translating knowledge into meaningful impact, and stepping into leadership roles within the R&D ecosystem.

Whether youโ€™re a D/MR&DM student, alumnus, prospective learner, R&D professional, or faculty member, this hybrid webinar is an opportunity to learn, connect, and envision whatโ€™s next in your R&D career!

Program Details:

๐Ÿ“… September 25, 2026
๐Ÿ• 12:45โ€“5:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ CCDL Auditorium, UPOU Headquarters, Laguna
Onsite slots: LIMITED TO 30 PARTICIPANTS ONLY
๐Ÿ’ป Via Zoom and UPOU Streaming Platforms

Registration deadline: September 20, 2026

Register by scanning the QR code below or click this link: https://bit.ly/4r2e0dC

Donโ€™t just ask, โ€œWhat comes after the degree?โ€ Start discovering what you can become beyond it.

14/04/2026

Established on 23 February 1995, the University of the Philippines โ€“ Open University (UPOU) pioneered online teaching and learning and continues to play a le...

30/03/2026

Please be reminded that the deadline for the submission of applications for the upcoming AY 2026โ€“2027 is nearing. All interested applicants are encouraged to complete their application and submit all required documents on time.

For your reference, the summary of admission deadlines may be accessed through this link: https://registrar.upou.edu.ph/admission-deadlines/.

Please visit the registrar.upou.edu.ph for more information.

19/03/2026
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05/03/2026

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29/05/2025

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