The College of Professional and Graduate Studies (CPGS) is committed to utilizing research in the creation of new knowledge, development of transformative policies, and promotion of innovations that address the pressing needs of the academe and the society, putting emphasis on responsible leadership, social responsibility, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. The research thrusts are driven by the belief that interdisciplinary collaboration is vital to solving complex challenges. By integrating diverse perspectives and expertise across a wide array of disciplines, CPGS aims to foster innovative solutions that benefit both local and global communities.
Guided by the Lasallian identity and the university’s research agenda along with the goal of addressing sustainable development goals, the CPGS focuses on the following research areas:
Architecture and Engineering
- waste management, water resources, flood control, earthquake hazards, disaster risk management, climate change mitigation, renewable energy, community planning, cultural heritage preservation, traffic management, innovative building materials and construction, green building technology, natural products, applied technology, production and quality systems, occupational safety and health, smart and resilient infrastructure, sustainable transportation systems, circular economy in construction
Business
- new business models, corporate social responsibility, law and ethics, product development, entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, public policy, stakeholder analysis, supply chain resilience, and international strategy, impact of business on environmental sustainability, social entrepreneurship, digital marketing ethics
Criminal Justice
- criminology, green criminology, environmental consciousness and climate change , criminal justice education, criminal justice trends, issues and challenges, social responsibility, good governance, community development and engagement, law enforcement, policies and practices on public safety and management, crime causation and prevention, child protection, policy and legislation alignment, gender crimes, prison and jail management, crime and justice, political crimes, police administration and management, crisis and disaster management, national and human security, contemporary crimes and AI application in criminology and criminal justice.
Education
- innovations in teaching and learning, curriculum, instruction, and assessment, teacher education and preparation, promoting Christian education, harmonizing diverse cultures, integrating gospel ideals for social transformation, and holistic individual development, educational management, intervention and counseling programs, advance methods and techniques of assessment, lifelong learning and adult education, inclusive education practices, technology integration in education.
Information Technology
- advancing cloud computing, cybersecurity, AI, data analytics, IT governance, and enterprise systems to drive digital transformation and optimize community operations, developing innovative solutions that streamline processes, enhance monitoring, and improve efficiency in healthcare, education, business, and governance, interdisciplinary collaboration and sustainable IT practices, and other secure, scalable, and transformative technologies that address vital societal needs.
Mathematics and Sciences
- use of mathematical/statistical models to analyze phenomena, factors affecting mathematics learning, discovery of new mathematical theorems, data science and analytics, alternative ways to conserve energy and natural resources, protection of biological species, climate change and its effects on society, environment, economy and geography, disaster risk reduction management, improving health conditions, discovery of traditional and alternative medicines, rural and urban planning, waste management, exploration of wild and native flora and fauna, biodiversity and its impact on health and safety of organisms in an ecosystem, sustainable agricultural practices, biotechnology and conservation, gebetic engineering.
Social Sciences, Psychology, and Languages
- development communication, social media and citizen journalism, online communication and learning, bilingualism, multilingualism, language identity and obsolescence, language problems and intervention, literacy and language development, technology-enhanced language learning classic and emerging literatures, cultural heritage preservation, cross-cultural communication, crisis communication and management, human resource management, work in the new normal, persuasion, propaganda and promotion, local history and cultural mapping, mental health and well-being, intercultural relations and conflict resolution.