Mapua University announced that it has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Capcom Singapore and Prime Manpower to strengthen the game development landscape in the Philippines. This collaboration aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry demands by providing students with better opportunities in the gaming sector. By working with a global giant like Capcom, the university is positioning its students to gain world-class insights into how major video games are created and managed.

Opportunities for Mapuan Students

This partnership focuses on creating a pipeline for talent where students can benefit from specialized training and potential career paths within the gaming industry. Prime Manpower plays a key role in this setup by helping manage the recruitment and placement of skilled individuals into relevant roles. The goal is to provide Mapuans with hands-on experience that goes beyond the classroom, ensuring they are ready for the competitive global market upon graduation.

Signing Ceremony of the Collaboration Agreement

Date: 26 January 2026
Venue: Special event space at Mapúa University, Metro Manila
Attendees: Representatives from Capcom Singapore Pte Ltd, Mapúa University, and Prime Manpower.

Special Lecture: “Intellectual Property and the Game Business”
Date: 27 January 2026
Venue: Mapúa University
Speaker: Motoki Okuyama, General Manager, Intellectual Property Department, Capcom Co., Ltd. (Japan)

Planned Topics:

• Intellectual property rights related to creations in game development, including characters, music, programs, and game systems
• How game IP expands into merchandise, anime, movies, e-sports, licensing, and other business areas
• The importance of IP protection and IP strategy in the global market

Boosting the Local Gaming Industry

The involvement of Capcom Singapore highlights the growing interest of international game studios in Filipino talent. Through this initiative, Mapua University continues to lead in engineering and technology education by expanding its reach into creative and digital industries. This agreement is expected to foster innovation and help establish the Philippines as a significant hub for game design and development in the Southeast Asian region. More details can be found here.