Thirty-five graduating students from the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) program under the College of Information Technology, Entertainment and Communication of the University of Batangas Lipa City successfully passed the IT Specialist Examination on August 2, 2025, an internationally recognized certification awarded by Certiport, a Pearson VUE business established in 1997.
The successful examinees were Job B. Barrion, Franz Karl D. Bernal, Kim Andrei M. Besmar, John Eric V. Cabarang, Divine Greycel Mae E. Cadangan, Trisha Yvonne L. Calibuso, Frhanz Mavrick P. Catibog, Kurt William L. Chavez, Nemaree L. Cosico, Phoebe Nicole P. Dimaandal, Johnmark L. Dinglasan, Jasper Dave C. Dulla, John Vincent L. Ferrer, Aaron Jose V. Garcia, Nica Ella P. Gonzales, Raine Gabriel M. Gonzales, Eugene N. Ibasco, Allana R. Kaibigan, Kynt L. Kalaw, Joshua Ivan G. Latag, Jonas S. Macayer, Zyrene Mae L. Magnaye, Louella Mariz L. Malabanan, Zach S. Manguiat, Charles Gaile C. Mendoza, Mary Grace Kael V. Mendoza, Jeruz Q. Monterde, Jun Reneir L. Orense, Kim Glesseth S. Reyes, Erik John L. Roxas, Eloisa Caryl R. Tacla, Mark Justin L. Tangapa, John Rico B. Tolentino, Paul Steven O. Vidal, and Frances Shereen P. Villegas.
The IT Specialist certification validates foundational competencies in key information technology areas such as software development, database administration, networking and security, device management, and web development. Designed for individuals who are beginning or pursuing a career in information technology, the certification ensures that candidates possess demonstrable, industry-relevant skills aligned with current workplace demands.
This milestone highlights the University of Batangas Lipa City’s commitment to advancing United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) by providing learners with access to relevant, high-quality, and industry-aligned education that enhances employability and supports lifelong learning. Through the integration of globally recognized certifications, the university strengthens the readiness of its graduates for the digital workforce.
Certiport delivers millions of certification exams annually through a global network of more than 15,000 Authorized Testing Centers across 148 countries and 27 languages. Its IT Specialist program is recognized by organizations such as CertNexus, SAS, Cisco Networking Academy, and ISTE, and has been evaluated by the American Council on Education, which recommends three college credits for each IT Specialist examination passed.