De La Salle University (DLSU) and GCash are strengthening their collaboration to develop the next generation of Filipino technology talent through the NextGen Tech Builders Program, an industry-designed fintech engineering elective that brings real-world technology practices directly into the university classroom.
As DLSU begins its Term 1 classes, undergraduate students will gain hands-on exposure to the technologies, tools, and development practices used to build and operate large-scale digital platforms.
The elective forms part of a deeper collaboration between DLSU and GCash, giving students the opportunity to develop specialized fintech engineering skills while still in university. The program combines academic learning with practical application, including a fintech capstone project where students can put their knowledge to work on real-world challenges.
Bringing Fintech Industry Experience Into the Classroom
DLSU students also participated in a forum introducing the new elective and its fintech track. Ding, a DLSU alumnus and member of the GCash Cadetship Program Batch 2023, shared their career journey and experience in the fintech industry, giving students a firsthand perspective on potential career paths and opportunities in the sector.
Through the program, students will learn technologies commonly used in modern fintech development, including Java, Spring Boot, cloud computing, and microservices.
GCash will provide course materials and cloud-based laboratory environments, giving students hands-on exposure to industry-wide fintech experiences, practices, and systems.
The initiative builds on the GCash technology cadetship model by bringing industry training and practices directly into the university curriculum. This gives students earlier exposure to the technical skills, development methodologies, and working practices they can expect to encounter in their future technology careers.
“DLSU is committed to preparing our students not only with strong academic foundations but also with the practical skills and industry exposure they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving technology landscape. Through this collaboration with GCash, we are creating opportunities for our students to learn directly from industry practices and better prepare for meaningful careers in fintech and technology,” said DLSU College of Computer Studies dean Dr. Ethel Ong.
From Classroom Learning to Career Opportunities
Students who complete the GCash elective will also have access to fast-tracked pathways into technical roles at GCash, creating a direct link between their academic experience and potential career opportunities.
For GCash, the partnership reflects its broader commitment to developing the technology talent needed to support the Philippines’ growing digital economy.
By working closely with universities, GCash is helping strengthen the pipeline of Filipino technology professionals while bringing practical industry experience closer to students and the classroom.
“Technology talent is critical to the continued growth of the digital economy, and we believe that developing that talent should begin well before students enter the workforce. Through the NextGen Tech Builders Program, we are bringing our industry experience into the classroom to help students build practical, relevant skills and create a stronger pipeline of locally trained fintech engineers,” shared Mynt chief people officer Robert Gonzales.
Building the Next Generation of Filipino Tech Talent
The NextGen Tech Builders Program represents a closer connection between university education and industry practice, giving DLSU students an opportunity to develop specialized fintech engineering skills while still in school.
Through the collaboration, DLSU and GCash aim to contribute to a stronger pipeline of locally trained technology professionals equipped with the skills and industry exposure needed to meet the evolving demands of the digital economy.
For more information, visit GCash.
