Four University of Batangas (UB) Management Accounting students successfully cleared rigorous national and international bookkeeping certification exams through PICAT and Intuit QuickBooks in May 2026, boosting their professional credentials.
Gian Carlo D. Alcantara and Antonette Loise M. Villanueva successfully passed the AssetPRO Certified Bookkeeper Batch 120 and 121 exams administered by the Philippine Institute of Certified Accounting Technologists (PICAT), while Kaizen Ken L. Ite and Christian T. Pallasigui earned their credentials directly through global accounting software giant Intuit QuickBooks.
These two different exam paths show exactly how well UB prepares its students for the modern corporate world. The PICAT exams tested the students on traditional ledger accuracy and tax compliance, while the Intuit QuickBooks certification proved they know how to run cloud-based accounting systems smoothly. Passing these exams while still in college gives these four students a huge competitive edge, setting them up to walk straight into high-paying corporate roles the moment they get their diplomas.
These student certifications turn the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into a practical, regional win for the local community:
This achievement directly supports SDG 4: Quality Education, specifically hitting Target 4.4 by giving young people the practical, industry-backed technical skills they need to land decent jobs. By blending software certifications with standard college lessons, UB ensures its students graduate with verified, real-world skills rather than just a piece of paper.
Furthermore, sending these tech-certified bookkeepers into the workforce advances SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth. It aligns perfectly with Target 8.6 and Indicator 8.6.1 by upskilling college youth and making their transition into the formal business sector seamless. Their digital accounting skills and cloud-software mastery will directly help local Batangas businesses cut down on errors, save time, and grow sustainably.