New Zealand showcases skills‑focused education pathways to students in the Philippines

Delivered from 18-25 February across Manila, Pampanga and Davao, the roadshow aligned with ENZ’s Philippines Go-to-Market Plan and responded to strong demand for practical education options linked to employment outcomes. 

Activities highlighted the strengths of New Zealand’s private training establishment (PTE) and institute of technology and polytechnic (ITP) subsectors, positioning them as high-quality, workforce aligned pathways for Filipino students.

A total of 12 New Zealand education providers, including six PTEs and six ITPs participated, engaging directly with prospective students, education agents and local stakeholders across three key regional centres. The roadshow featured targeted education agent briefings, networking sessions and student events, enabling providers to showcase programmes designed to meet skills shortages and support career focused study choices.

Engagement was strong throughout the week. Education agent seminars and workshops attracted more than 40 agencies across Manila and Davao, while student facing events drew a combined total of 440 attendees. Interest was particularly high in programmes offering clear links to employment, industry relevance and practical learning.

Alongside student and agent engagement, ENZ advanced broader government-to-government objectives through strategic meetings with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) in both Manila and Davao. 

These discussions increased awareness of New Zealand’s vocational education system and explored areas for future collaboration between New Zealand and Philippine institutions. Participating providers are now assessing potential partnership opportunities as part of this exploratory phase.

ENZ Market Manager – Philippines and Thailand, Chortip Pramoolpol said the engagement played a key role in positioning New Zealand as a destination of choice for a skills driven education.

“The Philippines is a growing and increasingly sophisticated market,” Chortip said. 

“This roadshow raised the visibility of New Zealand’s PTE and ITP offerings and reinforced New Zealand’s reputation as a trusted provider of skills focused education that delivers real outcomes for students.”

The Philippines engagement reflects ENZ’s focus on sustainable growth, diversification and quality outcomes. By highlighting applied education pathways and aligning with workforce priorities, ENZ continues to build momentum in the market while supporting long-term student mobility and institutional connections.

For further information about the Philippines market, please contact Chortip Pramoolpol, Market Manager – Philippines & Thailand, at chortip.pramoolpol@enz.govt.nz.