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- 01Join the PMDPNational government-funded training for public managers leading to certificate, diploma or master's.
- 02Earn a Master in Public Management39-unit graduate degree for practitioners with tracks in health, security and knowledge management.
- 03Book Tagaytay conferencesBook function rooms, lodging and dining for workshops, planning sessions and retreats.
- 04Apply for jobsCheck vacancies, requirements and merit selection guides to join the DAP team.
- 05Bid for procurementView invitations to bid, bulletins, awards and auction notices.
Programs offered
6 programs across 3 colleges and units.
- 01Public Management Development Program (PMDP)Flagship program for public managers; certificate, diploma and master's tracks
- 02Master in Public Management (MPM)39-unit graduate degree for public and private sector practitioners
- 03Capability Building on Innovative Leadership for Legislative StaffLeadership training for emerging leaders and managers in Congress
- 04Basic Course on Regulatory Impact AssessmentShort course for LGU regulatory staff, 38th batch via Zoom
- 05GSPDM Degree ProgramsGraduate School degree offerings, page coming soon
- 06Executive and Short CoursesShort courses for public sector executives and professionals
Offices and units
Services and requirements
From the Citizen's Charter: what to bring, what to pay and how long it takes, for 97 services.
Services and requirements
97 services from 10 offices: requirements, steps, fees and processing time, read from the Citizen's Charter documents.
Read 02Request for PMDP non-academic records and certifications
Ongoing scholars, alumni, and faculty can request PMDP non-academic records and certifications.
Read 03Request for technical assistance/ consultancy/ research services
Public and private organizations can request technical assistance, consultancy, or research services.
Read 04Request for technical assistance/ consultancy/ research services
Public and private organizations can request technical assistance, consultancy, or research services from the Center for Strategic Futures.
Read 05Request for technical assistance/consultancy/research services
Public and private organizations can request technical assistance, consultancy, or research services from the Productivity and Development Center.
Read 06Request for PMDP non-academic records and certifications
Ongoing scholars, alumni, and faculty can request PMDP non-academic records and certifications.
ReadLearn with DAP
Graduate degrees, flagship PMDP and short courses for public servants and executives.
Public Management Development Program (PMDP)
The Public Management Development Program (PMDP) is a national government-funded program that trains public managers through four classes, leading to a certificate, diploma, or Master's degree.
Read 02Master in Public Management (MPM) Program
The Master in Public Management (MPM) is a 39-unit graduate degree from the DAP Graduate School of Public and Development Management for public and private sector practitioners, with special tracks including health, development and security, and knowledge management.
Read 03Degree Programs - Graduate School of Public Management
The Degree Programs page under the Graduate School of Public Management is not yet published and currently shows a coming soon notice.
Read 04Call for participants
The DAP invites LGU technical and decision-making staff in regulatory functions to join the 38th Basic Course on Regulatory Impact Assessment on 28 to 31 July 2026 via Zoom. Registration is open until 24 July 2026.
ReadTrain and convene
Workshops, conferences and retreats in Tagaytay and Pasig, plus service standards.
DAP Conference Center Tagaytay
The DAP Conference Center in Tagaytay offers function rooms, lodging, and dining for workshops, conferences, strategic planning, and retreats, including a 500-seat auditorium and smaller conference rooms with hybrid streaming support.
Read 02Page not found
The requested DAP Pasig Facilities page could not be found on this site.
Read 03Citizen’s Charter - DAP Service Standards
Find and download the Development Academy of the Philippines Citizen’s Charter by fiscal year, plus certificates of compliance, the Committee on Anti-Red Tape order, and client satisfaction reports.
ReadFollow our work
Projects, events, career openings and partnership opportunities across the Academy.
DAP News and Updates
Listing of recent news, press releases, and announcements from the Development Academy of the Philippines.
Read 02Upcoming Events and Training Schedule
Listing of DAP upcoming events, trainings, and gatherings with dates, venues, and event types.
Read 03Current Projects
View the Development Academy of the Philippines' current and ongoing projects for Q1 2026.
Read 04Career Opportunities - Join the DAP Team
Build your career with the Development Academy of the Philippines. Find application requirements, merit selection guides, and current vacant positions.
ReadNews and updates
DAP is Hiring: Associate Project Officer II – Office of the President
Interested and qualified applicants may submit their complete application documents on or before 05 November 2026 through the DAP Application Form via this link: DAP APPLICATION FORM (https://bit.ly/APOII_OP). To ensure a smooth and efficient application process, please consolidate all required application documents into one (1) PDF file not exceeding 100 MB: • Application letter stating the desired position, plantilla item number, salary grade, and office/division/section addressed to Ms. Reynalyn T. Padsoyan, Department Manager, Human Resource Management and Development Department. • If applying for more than one (1) vacant position, please specify each position clearly. Applicants may apply for a maximum of two (2) positions or plantilla item numbers only. • Duly signed and updated 2026 CSC Personal Data Sheet (PDS) with a recent passport-size picture and thumbmark with complete information. For criteria or fields that are not applicable, please indicate “N/A”. • Duly accomplished CSC Work Experience Sheet; • Electronic copy of Diploma and Transcript of Record; • Electronic copy of proof of Civil Service Eligibility and/or Valid PRC License/Rating/proof of payment or schedule of appointment for the PRC renewal license (if applicable); • Certificate/s of Training and/or Seminar/s relevant to the position to be filled (if applicable); • Certificate of Employment with Duties and Responsibilities relevant to the position to be filled (for external applicants only); • For vacant Division Chief and Executive/Managerial positions only: Certification with actual duties and responsibilities as certified by the Human Resource Management Officer or any authorized representative. (Note: Special Order or Designation Order should also be attached as additional supporting document/s); and • Certified true copy of the Performance Rating in the last rating period or its equivalent for external applicants (Performance Evaluation/Appraisal) from the current/previous employer, if applicable. Please rename your consolidated application file using the following format: APPLICATION – LAST NAME, FIRST NAME_POSITION TITLE AND ITEM NO. Example: APPLICATION – DELA CRUZ, JUAN_PROJECT OFFICER-100 Applications with incomplete documents will not be entertained or processed. The DAP highly encourages all interested and qualified applicants — including Persons with Disability (PWDs), members of Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs), and individuals of any Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Expression (SOGIE) — to apply for the above vacant positions. The DAP ensures that there shall be no discrimination in the selection of employees on account of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, civil status, disability, religion, ethnicity, or political affiliation. All applicants shall be assessed solely based on their qualifications, competence, and merit.
Fixing the Machinery from Within: Atty. Daisy P. Bragais on Transforming Public Service
Meaningful change in government does not always begin with new policies or sweeping reforms. Sometimes, it starts with a leader willing to listen, a workplace ready to improve, and a commitment to make public service more responsive to the people it serves.
DAP hosts 67th APO Workshop Meeting, advances regional productivity cooperation
MANILA, Philippines — The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), as the National Productivity Organization (NPO) of the Philippines, hosted the Asian Productivity Organization’s (APO) 67th Workshop Meeting of Heads of National Productivity Organizations (WSM) from 20 to 22 October 2026 in Manila, bringing together NPO Heads and delegates from APO member economies to strengthen regional cooperation and advance productivity initiatives. The three-day meeting provided a platform for member economies to review progress in implementing the APO Strategic Partnership Program (SPP) Plan, exchange experiences and lessons learned, and discuss key programs and initiatives under APO Vision 2030. Discussions focused on translating strategic priorities into concrete activities, strengthening member ownership, and improving the delivery of measurable results. As host NPO, DAP supported the gathering of regional productivity leaders as they shared updates on their respective SPP Plan activities, including implementation approaches, challenges, and opportunities for closer collaboration. The meeting also reviewed activities undertaken in 2026 and planned initiatives for 2027. The inaugural session featured opening remarks by APO Director for the Philippines and Secretary of the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development Dr. Arsenio M. Balisacan; a statement by APO Secretary-General Dr. Indra Pradana Singawinata; and an inaugural address by guest of honor Kim Robert C. de Leon, Secretary of the Department of Budget and Management (DBM). In his opening remarks, Dr. Balisacan underscored the importance of aligning regional productivity initiatives with national development priorities, emphasizing that APO Vision 2030 provides a shared direction while the SPP serves as a framework for initiatives responsive to member economies’ needs. Dr. Indra highlighted the implementation of the SPP as a key focus of the meeting, noting its role in strengthening member ownership, making APO support more member-focused, and improving the delivery of measurable results. Secretary de Leon, meanwhile, emphasized that productivity should ultimately translate into tangible improvements in people’s lives, stating, “At the end of the day, the greatest achievement of productivity is prosperity that people can actually feel.” The inaugural session also featured the launch of the APO Guidebook on Green Productivity, the presentation of an APO Accreditation Body certificate recognizing the reaccreditation of the Mongolian Productivity Organization Certification Body for a second term through 5 December 2030, and the signing of a memorandum of understanding between DBM and DAP for the Public Financial Management Microcredentialing Program for Budget Officers and Analysts. The DBM-DAP partnership highlights the role of collaboration in advancing public sector capacity development through microcredentialing, complementing broader regional efforts to strengthen productivity and institutional capabilities. On the second day, delegates considered proposals and reports from the APO Secretariat on revisions to the APO Award Program, the proposed establishment of an APO training center, and updates to the APO Accreditation and Certification Program. Other agenda items covered the 2025 Annual Project Review, the performance of APO centers of excellence, the APO Liaison Officers’ Meeting, and APO Genuine AI Action activities. The WSM also carried historical significance for the Philippines. Manila hosted the Second Asian Round Table Productivity Conference in 1960, where the draft convention that became the APO Charter was adopted. On 14 April 1961, the Convention establishing the APO was signed in Manila by eight founding members, including the Philippines. The meeting’s return to Manila in the APO’s 65th anniversary year provided an opportunity to reflect on the organization’s foundations while advancing its priorities under Vision 2030. Through its role as the Philippines’ NPO, DAP continues to support the country’s engagement in regional productivity cooperation, knowledge exchange, and capacity development. Hosting the 67th WSM provided an opportunity to bring member economies together to discuss shared priorities and strengthen collaboration toward more productive and sustainable socioeconomic development. About the Development Academy of the Philippines The Development Academy of the Philippines is a government-owned and controlled corporation mandated to serve as a change catalyst and performance-driven institution for excellence in governance and public service. Through its programs and partnerships, DAP supports capacity development, productivity improvement, and institutional excellence in the public sector. About the Asian Productivity Organization The Asian Productivity Organization is a regional intergovernmental organization established in 1961 to improve productivity in the Asia-Pacific region through mutual cooperation. It supports its member economies through policy advisory services, capacity building, and knowledge sharing to promote sustainable socioeconomic development.
DAP hosts AI transformation forum, welcomes APO delegates to explore public-sector innovations
PASAY CITY, Philippines — The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) brought together public-sector institutions, technology partners, and delegates from member economies of the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) for the Beyond DX: AI Transformation Forum for the Philippine Public Sector on 22 October 2026 at Conrad Manila, providing a platform to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can strengthen government services, decision-making, and institutional capabilities. Organized under DAP’s National Capability-Building Program on AI (AI CapB), the forum went beyond digital transformation (DX) to examine how government institutions can responsibly integrate AI into their services, workflows, and decision-making processes to create greater public value. The discussions highlighted the importance of building the foundations for AI-ready government, moving from experimentation to adoption, and developing the leadership, workforce capabilities, and organizational culture needed to sustain AI transformation. Through presentations, video perspectives, live demonstrations, audience interaction, and a curated AI showcase, participants explored practical applications and implementation experiences from government agencies and selected technology partners. These included solutions relevant to government operations, citizen services, procurement, experimentation, and institutional initiatives. The program also provided opportunities for participants to assess the demonstrated solutions, raise questions directly with implementers, and identify potential areas for collaboration. The showcase complemented the forum’s discussions by allowing participants to examine selected applications more closely. For the APO delegates, participation in the forum offered an opportunity to learn from Philippine public-sector initiatives and engage with approaches to AI adoption that may inform discussions on productivity and institutional development across APO member economies. The forum underscored that AI transformation involves more than adopting new technologies. It also requires sound governance, appropriate infrastructure, responsible experimentation, capable leadership, and organizational readiness to ensure that AI initiatives contribute to effective, responsive, and accountable public service. Through AI CapB and related capability-development initiatives, DAP continues to provide platforms for knowledge exchange, practical learning, and collaboration to help public institutions navigate emerging technologies and strengthen their capacity to deliver public value. About the Development Academy of the Philippines The Development Academy of the Philippines is a government-owned and controlled corporation mandated to serve as a change catalyst and performance-driven institution for excellence in governance and public service. Through its capability-building programs and institutional partnerships, DAP supports public-sector productivity, innovation, and organizational development.
DAP Welcomes Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy Delegation
PASIG CITY — The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) welcomed a delegation from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP) of the National University of Singapore on October 12, 2026, for a meeting to exchange updates on their respective priorities and explore opportunities for continued collaboration.
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About DAP
The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) is the premier government learning and development institution, serving as a change catalyst for excellence in governance and public service through education, training, research, and technical assistance.
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Message from the president
Welcome to the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP).
For over five decades, the DAP has stood as a catalyst for innovation, productivity, and good governance — a vital partner in the country's pursuit of sustainable and inclusive growth. Guided by our vision to be the leading knowledge organization providing innovative, effective, and responsive solutions to national development challenges, we continue to strengthen our role as an institution of ideas, learning, and transformation.
Through our work in policy research, leadership development, institutional strengthening, and productivity enhancement, the DAP fosters collaboration across the public and private sectors, civil society, and international partners. Together with our mother agency, the Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DepDev), we uphold our commitment to support the Philippine government in realizing AmBisyon Natin 2040 — a matatag, maginhawa, at panatag na buhay para sa lahat.
As we launch this new website, we envision it as a window into DAP's evolving story — a space that connects knowledge with action and people with purpose. It is our gateway to new collaborations where ideas take root and solutions are built for a better, more resilient Philippines.
With dangal, galing, and tatag, we remain committed to serving as a trusted partner in development — empowering leaders, institutions, and communities to achieve their highest potential.
- LSLeocadio S. Sebastian, PhD, CESO I
Acting President and CEO
What we do
Our key services include education through the Graduate School of Public Management, training including online courses and DAP sa Mindanao, research, technical assistance including client satisfaction measurement and Results-Based Performance Management System (RPBMS), and publications including annual reports.
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Join us in advancing excellence in public service. Discover rewarding career opportunities at the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) and contribute to our mission of strengthening governance and national development. Explore our current openings and view the specific qualifications, requirements, and application details for each position.
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