Choosing a Senior High School (SHS) strand is not something to be decided on the fly — it’s the first step one takes toward their future career. Whatever dream or goal, may it be being an engineer, a multimedia designer, a healthcare professional, or an entrepreneur, choosing the right SHS track charts for the course of one’s career pathway.
With that, here is how every SHS strand can act as a bridge to specific career pathways with their respective undergraduate programs.
ACADEMIC TRACK
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics): For the Innovators and Problem-Solvers
For students who take a passionate interest in scientific discoveries and experimentation, problem-solving, and logic, this strand is ideal for them. High-demand fields such as medicine, information technology, and engineering are all the rage in this era of technology. Because of that, STEM students can be in reach of that through state-of-the-art laboratories (e.g. Multifunctional Laboratory, Robotics Laboratory, Ergonomics Laboratory, Chemistry Laboratory) and hands-on immersive K-12 learning environments that simulate real-world working environments.
Career Paths
- Computer Scientist or Data Analyst
- Doctor or Nurse
- Engineer
- Architect
To prepare for these career paths, it is recommended to take any of the following undergraduate degrees/programs:
Aligned College Programs at Mapúa MCM
- BS Computer Science
- BS Information Systems
- BS Entertainment and Multimedia Computing (Game Development)
- BS Biology, Major in Medical Biology
- BS in Pharmacy
- BS in Physical Therapy
- BS in Psychology
- BS Architecture
- BS Chemical Engineering
- BS Civil Engineering
- BS Computer Engineering
- BS Electrical Engineering
- BS Electronics Engineering
- BS Industrial Engineering
- BS Mechanical Engineering
2. ABM (Accountancy, Business, and Management): For the Entrepreneurs and Business-minded Folks
This strand is made for students who have what it takes to be a leader in the business landscape and lead multiple teams in business development (e.g. operations, administrative, marketing, finance, sales). For this, it is important to develop a student’s foundations in entrepreneurship revolving around finance accounting, marketing, and organizational behavior through immersive business simulations.
Career Paths
- Business Owner or Entrepreneur
- Marketing Director or Marketing Officer
- Public Accountant or Auditor
- Business Analyst or Consultant
- Financial Analyst
To prepare for these career paths, it is recommended to take any of the following undergraduate degrees/programs:
Aligned College Programs at Mapúa MCM
- BS Accountancy
- BS Accounting Information Systems
- BS Management Accounting
- BS Entrepreneurship
- BS Real Estate Management
- BS Tourism Management
3. HUMSS (Humanities and Social Sciences): For the Advocates, Critical Thinkers, and Humanitarians
For people with a heart for humanitarian work, this strand will be the gateway to a life filled with purpose and joy working with people who are in need of help. Learning about human behavior and how to efficiently communicate with people is the name of the game with this strand.
Career Paths
- Journalist or Media Analyst
- Educator
- Psychologist
- Lawyer
To prepare for these career paths, it is recommended to take any of the following undergraduate degrees/programs:
Aligned College Programs at Mapúa MCM
- BA (Bachelor of Arts) in Communication
- BS Psychology
TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL AND LIVELIHOOD TRACK
4. ICT (Information and Communications Technology): For the Coders, Gamers, and Digital Storytellers
For those who aspire to work for a tech company, whether it be for coding, programming, gaming, or just simply being a digital storyteller; then, the ICT strand was made for creative and technical digital innovators that were meant to dominate the tech industry.
Career Paths
- UI/UX Designer
- Mobile App Developer
- Software/Web Developer
- Game Animator or Designer
- Network Technician or IT Specialist
To prepare for these career paths, it is recommended to take any of the following undergraduate degrees/programs:
Aligned College Programs at Mapúa MCM
- BS Computer Science
- BS Information Systems
- BS Entertainment and Multimedia Computing (Game Development)
- Bachelor of Multimedia Arts (for animation-focused students)
ARTS AND DESIGN TRACK
AD (Arts and Design): For the Creatives and Visionaries
With the rising demand for creative professionals in Mindanao today, the Arts and Design strand is for the visionaries who aim to take the multimedia industry by storm. Freely exploring and cultivating their creative nature and applying it to their work are key points in this strand.
Career Paths
- Creative Director
- Digital Media Marketing Specialist
- Multimedia Designer
- Film Director or Editor
- Animator (Game or Video)
To prepare for these career paths, it is recommended to take any of the following undergraduate degrees/programs:
Aligned College Program at Mapúa MCM
- Bachelor of Multimedia Arts
- BS Entertainment and Multimedia Computing (Game Development)
Why Aligning Passion and Profession is Important
Choosing your SHS strand isn’t just about things that pique your interest—it’s about charting the course of your future. Mapúa MCM’s Senior High School in Davao City cares about the well-being of its students and where their individual futures will take them. Guidance into the right career path and fully nurturing the experiences students will be having throughout their academic and professional journeys are essential focal points of Mapúa MCM as well.
These, in turn, make students gain clarity about the futures they want for themselves when they graduate from Senior High School and allow them to be fully equipped for the career pathways they wish to pursue in the long run. It’s never too late to align your passion and profession for a brighter future ahead. Mapúa Malayan Colleges Mindanao also offers program consultations for those who need career or academic pathway guidance—all you need to do is submit an email to the Mapúa MCM Admissions Office at admissions@mcm.edu.ph to get connected to an expert.