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The Eight Stars Award recognizes the Philippine schools, educators and professionals who raise the standard of hospitality and tourism education.

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Eight Stars Award

The Eight Stars Award is a recognition program of Global Professional Advancement (GPA) and its international affiliate organizations. It honors Philippine education institutions that excel in curriculum integration and quality education, using well-curated competencies such as those listed under the ASEAN Mutual Recognition Arrangement for Tourism Professionals.

Under the Eight Stars Award Rating System, a points rubric evaluates schools that offer hospitality and tourism courses. The rating looks for global competitiveness, internationalized course content and industry-based assessment of learning outcomes.

Who can be rated

  1. The school offers a curriculum of at least two years in tourism, hospitality, hotel and restaurant services, or travel management.

  2. The school holds a government permit, accreditation or recognition to offer that curriculum from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), or both.

  3. The school is an active implementer or partner of GPA for the CAHP and CATP programs.

What a rating brings your school

  • Marketing and branding. GPA features your school's logo in its print and social media advertising.

  • Reputation. The award builds your school's good name.

  • Accreditation. A rating strengthens your school's performance and image during accreditation.

  • Professional development. Students earn micro-credentials they can use for future employment.

  • International endorsement. The CATP and CAHP programs are accredited by GPA's partner training institution, whose accreditation is approved by Ofqual and SQA in England and Scotland.

What a rating brings your school

“Your achievements remind us of what is possible when passion meets purpose.”

Ms. Susan R. Velasco, MEM, CHE, CHCD

Chief Operating Officer

Global Professional Advancement

“I salute the schools and mentors who championed future-proofing students with the 3Cs — Credentials, Competencies and Career-mindset — key to professional advancement.”

Dr. Ignacio C. Cordova, Jr., DBA, CHE, FBE, CHMP, CTMP, CHCD

President and Chairman of Commission on Professional Designation Certification and Membership

International Alliance of Certified Hospitality and Tourism Professionals (IACHTP)

“Congratulations to the Eight Star Awardees and GPA for championing world-class skills and curriculum innovation, enabling opportunities for students and professionals alike.”

Hon. Francis Joseph "Chiz" G. Escudero

Senator

Republic of the Philippines

“Being recognized as a Three Stars Awardee and recipient of multiple Gold and Silver awards is a testament to CSPC's commitment to excellence and transformative education.”

Dr. Charlito P. Cadag

Former University President

Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges

“These certifications — CAHP and CATP — are a gateway to unlocking potential, advancing careers, and setting new standards for the industry.”

Ms. Lesley Barr

Chief Executive Officer

Smart Awards - United Kingdom

Meet our Awardess

Every institution and individual recognized at the 1st and 2nd Eight Stars Award, with the criteria behind each award.

The 3rd Eight Star Awards on

December 2026

The third awarding night is coming. Mark December 10, 2026 at Luxent Hotel, Quezon City on your calendar and be in the room when the next class of schools, educators and professionals is named. The exact date and venue will be announced here.

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