Philippines Business Trip Report: Seminars and School Visits for BA Recruitment
25/06/2025
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This time, SupremeTech embarked on our very first BA business trip to the Philippines!
We visited two cities: Baguio, known for its high altitude, cool climate, and popularity as a study-abroad destination, and Cebu, a well-known tourist spot. Our itinerary consisted of four days in Baguio and three days in Cebu, totaling one week.
The primary purposes of this BA business trip were:
- Visiting language schools for our recruitment of Japanese Business Analysts (BA).
- Hosting a career seminar for Japanese students interested in working abroad.
Through direct conversations with language school staff and students, we gained valuable insights into their genuine concerns and aspirations. It was a truly eye-opening and enriching experience for us.
Currently, many students return to Japan for domestic employment after studying abroad, often unable to fully leverage their global mindset. Additionally, when people consider working abroad, they usually look to English-speaking countries, such as Australia or Canada, while opportunities in ASEAN countries—especially emerging economies like Vietnam—remain relatively underexplored.
During this BA business trip, our goal was to introduce “working in ASEAN” as a viable career option to language school students and staff, and to encourage them to view their time abroad not just as a study period, but as a stepping stone to a global career. We hope this BA business trip served as a meaningful first step toward expanding their future possibilities.
Introducing SupremeTech and the Role of Business Analysts (BA)
SupremeTech is a technology company based in Da Nang, Vietnam, specializing in web service development and AI applications. Our core business revolves around offshore development, connecting Japanese clients with talented Vietnamese engineering teams.
Among our team, the role of a Japanese BA is especially crucial. BA does more than just translate language; they carefully listen to clients’ needs, organize those requirements into clear specifications, and communicate them effectively to the development team. In essence, they act as a vital bridge between clients and engineers. This role requires not only language skills but also strong logical thinking, cross-cultural understanding, and flexible communication abilities.
Many of the Japanese BA thriving at SupremeTech have studied English at language schools in the Philippines. They leverage the skills they gained during their language studies to tackle challenges and build careers in Vietnam. However, it’s also common for language students to return to Japan after their studies and choose domestic employment instead.
The international mindset and valuable experience gained through studying abroad in the Philippines can be put to even better use, and our company offers a field where those strengths truly shine.
Bringing “Working Abroad” Closer to Everyone
The key message we wanted to convey in our seminar was that working overseas in IT companies is not just for a special few—it’s something anyone can pursue.
We heard many concerns from both school staff and students, such as:
- “I’m worried whether my English skills are good enough.”
- “Can I take on this challenge even without prior industry experience?”
What we truly value is not how much skill or experience you have right now, but whether we can grow together moving forward. Nobody is perfect.
At the same time, emerging countries like Vietnam offer an environment that allows you to take on new challenges flexibly.
We strongly believe that those who are willing to try have the most excellent chances.
During the seminar, we shared genuine stories from Japanese people currently working on-site, detailed explanations of the work itself, and the skills required. We hope this helped make the idea of working abroad feel a little more realistic and achievable.
Studying abroad is not the goal—it’s just the beginning.
We look forward to continuing to explore the career possibilities beyond language study, together.
Insights from Our Conversations with Students
Through our interactions with language school staff and students who attended our seminar, we came to realize the following:
- Many people are interested in working abroad, but find it challenging to take the first realistic step.
- There is a lack of information and opportunities to trigger action.
- Many of them are seriously focused on their future, and we felt great potential in each one of them.
For those who are thinking, “I want to change something” or “I want to take a step forward,”
We sincerely hope that this seminar and these conversations have helped give them a little push in the right direction. There is nothing more rewarding than that for us.
Why Vietnam? – From the Frontlines of Offshore Development
You might be wondering, “Why Vietnam?” or “What’s it like to do offshore development there?” Here are the three main reasons why we have chosen Vietnam as our base:
- A Practical Solution for Global IT Talent Shortages
With Japan facing a serious shortage of IT professionals, offshore development with Asian countries has been expanding rapidly. Among them, Vietnam stands out due to its strong compatibility with Japanese business culture, offering a great balance of technical skills, cost efficiency, and talent availability. - A Market Full of Opportunities for Young Professionals
Vietnam has a relatively young population, with approximately 60% of its population under the age of 35. Its rapidly growing IT market provides many opportunities for young talent to gain hands-on experience early in their careers. - Comfort and Cultural Familiarity
Vietnam is just two hours ahead of Japan, making communication and coordination easier. The cost of living is relatively affordable, and the culture is friendly and welcoming to Japanese people. Our base city, Da Nang, is renowned for its tranquil environment, surrounded by mountains and the sea, offering a perfect balance between work and personal life.
Conclusion
This BA business trip and seminar were a significant challenge for us as well. By visiting language schools on-site and directly engaging with students, we gained valuable insights, new learnings, and important connections. We plan to leverage this valuable experience in our future recruitment efforts and continue to nurture strong relationships with language schools.
Our key messages remain:
“Working overseas isn’t just for special people — anyone can give it a try.”
“Opportunities to take on new challenges are often closer than you think.”
We will continue to share these messages and deepen our collaboration with schools. We also look forward to future visits and new challenges. We hope to visit the Philippines and interact directly with language school staff and students once again.
Above all, we sincerely wish that the connections made during this BA business trip will become a new stepping stone for someone’s career journey. Through these activities, we hope more people will engage with our company and, in the future, become our colleagues.
If you are interested in the role of BA or an overseas career, please check out [our recruitment information here].
If you’d like to learn more or discuss whether this path is right for you, we also offer casual online meetings.
We’re cheering you on as you take on new challenges.
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Bagauio
API BECI (EOP campus)
Our first visit was to API BECI, located on a lush, green hillside. We were impressed by the campus’s clean and well-maintained facilities, which beautifully blend the open, relaxing atmosphere of a resort with a focused, structured learning environment. We discussed the possibility of future collaboration with the student manager.

JIC (Premium campus)


We had the opportunity to visit JIC’s Premium Campus, nestled in a peaceful, green environment. The campus is spacious and well-equipped with convenient facilities such as a café, gym, and convenience store. The cafeteria, in particular, offered a spacious and open atmosphere with an excellent view. We also enjoyed a buffet-style meal there, which exceeded our expectations in both taste and quantity.
Amidst this resort-like comfort, students were highly focused on their studies. JIC offers a variety of unique programs tailored to different levels, goals, and budgets at each of its campuses, and is known for its original curriculum and materials.
During our visit, we also had positive discussions with the local team about the possibility of future collaboration on an English × IT learning program, and we’re excited about the potential opportunities that lie ahead.
PINES (main campus)

Our final stop in Baguio was PINES, one of the well-known language schools. Founded in 2001, the school relocated to a new campus in 2018, providing an even more comfortable and study-friendly environment.
The campus is about a 10-minute drive from SM City Baguio, the city’s largest shopping mall, and is surrounded by nature, with lush parks just a short walk away. The school offers a fully integrated environment where classrooms and dormitories are housed in the same building, eliminating the need for commuting. It also features well-equipped shared spaces such as a gym and student lounge, ensuring a comfortable living experience.
What stood out to us during the visit was the calm, focused atmosphere throughout the campus. It’s designed for serious learning. Many students are working professionals or individuals preparing for a career change, and we were particularly impressed by their strong sense of purpose and career motivation.
CEBU
B CEBU

Our final visit was to B’Cebu, a language school newly established in 2023 on Mactan Island, Cebu. This promising new campus was founded as a sister school to API BECI, a well-established school with over 20 years of experience in Baguio. Upon arrival, we were immediately struck by the open and refreshing resort-like atmosphere of the campus!
The clean and modern school buildings and dormitories are complemented by a full range of lifestyle facilities, including a gym, café, and convenience store, creating an uplifting environment just by being there. In contrast to the calm and focused study atmosphere in Baguio, B’Cebu offers a unique style of study abroad that perfectly blends the relaxed resort vibe, engaging activities, and language learning.

A fascinating discovery was the chance to speak directly with the Korean owner. We learned that B’Cebu is part of a group that also operates B’Hoian in Hoi An, Vietnam. Given its geographical proximity to Danang, where our company is based, this connection opens up promising opportunities for future collaboration.

Remarkably, the campus even features a dedicated diving pool! Students can obtain diving certification if they want, providing a unique combination of English language learning and resort experience.

Meals are served buffet-style, offering a rich variety of options catering to the diverse international students. We had the chance to try the dish ourselves and found it delicious, so much so that it was hard not to eat too much!
Curious World Academy (CWA)

Our last stop was Curious World Academy. Although the visit was planned on short notice, we had a productive meeting with the manager and toured the school. We got a clear idea of the school’s atmosphere.
The school is still relatively new, but it has already gained popularity due to its modern facilities and practical programs. The campus feels calm and focused — a great place for students who want to study seriously but also have time to relax.
There’s a swimming pool and other nice facilities, which help students stay comfortable and learn well. Many students are young and seem very serious about their future. This visit gave us great hope and some excellent ideas for the future.

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