Narrative Report on Educational TourMarch 29-April 2, 2015 Gardenia Bakeries Philippines, Inc. Alegre Guitars International Pharmaceutical Inc. Profood International Corporation PortaCoeli Industrial Corp- Norkis Group of Companies Coca- Cola Bottlers Corp. TitaysLiloanRosquillos and Delicacies Inc. Teleperformance EXECUTIVE SUMMARY I. Introduction As part of the curriculum, the 3 rd year BSA, BSAT, and BSBA-MA students are expected to initiate an Educational tour on a specified destination and be out of school for almost a week. We the third year students were out of town and been in Cebu for 4 days. We headed to Cebu last March 29th, 2015, and arrived there nearly 2pm. On the same day, we had our first visit in Gardenia Bakeries Philippines, Inc. we manage to know and see how breads were being processed. After which, we’ve went to Mactan Shrine and saw Lapu-Lapu Monument. We have our dinner then at Sugbahan in Mandaue City.We were accommodated by Bayfront Hotel near SM City Cebu. March 30, 2015 we departed to International Pharmaceutical Inc, and Profood International Corporation. We’ve witnessed there different processes that really made us amazed. Lunch is MangLakwatsero in Cebu City. We had head our way next to PortaCoeli Industrial Corp, A Norkis Group of Companies. After visiting the said company, we had our dinner then at Juan Letsonero. Then aside went back to the accommodation and again used our free time in the SM City Cebu. March 31, 2015, our next destination would be Taoist Temple in Beverly Hills. Since, bus were not allowed anymore to enter in the After visiting the said plant. Cagayan de Oro City and at exactly 5:15AM on April 2. the oldest house in the Philippines aging 339 years of existence. and had our free drinks as well as witnessed the different routines being performed in the plant. 2015. Almost all of us we’re really impressed by the communication skills by the one of the employees of Teleperformance because she speaks English fluently. When we’re already done there. 2015. we’ve went to Teleperformance in Cebu IT Park. we’ve checked out already in our hotel and proceeded to our first destination which is Titays Liloan Rosquillos and Delicacies Inc. In the afternoon. the Mall of Asia in Manila. we’ve reached the port of the city. After which. a Call Center Agent Company which is considered the largest in the world. the last day of our stay in Cebu City. After .subdivision. we’ve went to CocaCola Bottlers Inc. we were given a chance to have a last shopping in SM City Cebu before going to the port to depart in Cebu going to Cagayan de Oro City. Our school bus we’re already waiting in the port for us to be fetched and our travel have continued going to Midsayap. the Sto.In the afternoon. We’re really glad there because they had given us free taste of their products during the presentation of their company. we’ve went to the one of the most famous churches in Cebu. Our next destination was Crown Regency Tower to watch a 6D Movie and there we’ve experienced a breathtaking show. we’ve push through to our next destination which is the Chapel of San Pedro Calungsod in front of the ongoing construction of SM Seaside City which is considered as bigger than the current titleholder. April 1. We’ve visited also the Yap-Santiago Ancestral House. Sergio Osmena. the ship started its navigation going to the City of Smiles. At 8 in the evening. Nino Basilicaand witnessed there the Sulog Dance which is 2 steps forward and 1 step backward. We have an alternative destination in Pari-an District wherein we have our picture taking in the Heritage of Cebu which is a large monument exemplifying the significant things that happened in Cebu City as well as big sculptures of significant people like former Pres. Taking students into a new environment give them the experience of traveling in a group and teaches them to socialize and to be respectful of the locations they visit. Being about able to ask experts about their particular area of study on the spot requires thinking.The tour can give new insights of the things outside the school which can raise encouragements. . Socialization. He is able to learn real-world lessons. 6.Teachers turn tours into mobile classrooms. II. we’ve already reached our destination and after that we’ve separated ways going back to our own home which our family is waiting for.more than 9hours of land travel. Reinforcement . Objectives of the Tour The specific objectives of the tour are: 1. 3. and engage students to collect data then assigning a project based on what they learned during the duration of the tour.Students practice their skills and critical thinking abilities outside of the controlled class setting.The tour can reinforce or support what a teacher has been instructing in class about a subject and help students understand a topic better. Engagement. Real-world experience . Bonding -They may be able to connect on more of a personal level without the structure of the normal school days. New Insights. Students may be able to spend much of the trip day in small groups. 2. chatting and learning about each other. and it will form a new bond among the students. observing. 5. 4. By coming into direct contact with a different environment or even a new culture. we realized that we should be more particular in what we are doing right now to face such challenge. it’s about how Operation and Productions Management current trend and the impact it causes in the society. III. their favorite memories may be based on their enjoyment of the day.7.No matter how much the students learn during a tour. In addition. Discussion We gained understanding to a lot of things. actually. It was mentioned that grades and school you’ve come from is not a big deal anymore whether you’ll be accepted on a company but rather it’s all about the skill you got and the certifications to prove it. This is especially true for more extensive educational tours or trips where students travel farther away from home. Fun . what I have learned are not about the things the company are being particular of. Students on educational tours can often learn while having fun in a more informal environment. without using textbooks and other used in normal school setting. some are new stuffs for me and some are not. students can better understand their place in the community and develop openness to differences in others. We’re surprised that there are such certifications and trainings that can help to determine the right job for someone and fill the job mismatch that is happening between the academe and industry sector. IV. Part of how students benefit from educational tours is by gaining new perspective on the world. Significance of the Tour The tour provided valuable educational opportunities away from the classroom. How job mismatch happens that causes unemployment and this caught my attention. Mostly. Students will have fun with their friends and they also may return to the classroom with a renewed focus on their schoolwork. . how to do things. .V. Acknowledgment We would like to acknowledge and extend our heartfelt thanks to our teacher. Conclusion By making the tour and having those companies visited actually planted the reality of life to us.com/ www.com/ www. Special thanks to Immnnuel and Tours for friendly and fun assistance.coca-cola.com/ cebu. References www.everythingcebu.teleperformance. Mrs.ph/ www. The exposure and engagement we had will greatly affect our attitude towards the movement on the industry today. why we should do.com/lifestyle/business/alegre-guitar-factory/ ipi-phil. MBA who gave us this privilege to be exposed to the Operations and Productions Management of different companies.mynimo. most common questions were answered.titays. Nikki M.com/ www. We are highly indebted for the knowledge. time and learning that you shared to us. It made us realized what to do.gardenia.profoodcorp. VI. Serrano.com/ www. encouragement and provisions that enabled us to complete this requirement. when to do thing accordingly.com/jobs/view/90532 VII. Our deepest thanks and appreciations also go to our family for their support.com. We are also bound to those companies and company representatives who generously gave us lectures about their businesses. a million thanks.And for those who in way or another have helped in the accomplishment of this output. To God be the glory! .