Times Education and Manny Pacquiao team up to create Sports Institute
Manny Pacquiao
Education and training provider Times Education Group Australia is tapping Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao as its brand ambassador and investor as it aims to establish a Sports Institute.
Times Education founder and CEO Charles Shiao said that through their partnership with the eight-division world champion and planned collaborations with Philippines colleges, they intend to offer scholarships to aspiring students.
“Manny is a proven winner in life, and we couldn’t be more enthusiastic to have him on board as an investor and brand ambassador. His ring exploits continue to inspire the youth to keep persevering in life, and his passion for education, as proven by his efforts to pursue his studies, is perfectly in line with our ideals,” he said.
Pacquiao, for his part, emphasized the importance of education.
“Education is not merely a process of acquiring knowledge; it is a catalyst for personal growth, social progress, and economic development. It empowers individuals, enhances critical thinking, and equips us to face the challenges of an ever-evolving world,” said Pacquiao, himself a holder of a Master’s Degree in Management majoring in public education.
“My journey from humble beginnings to global stardom is a testament to the transformative power of education. Despite facing numerous challenges, my unwavering determination and commitment to self-improvement led me to become not only a sporting icon but also a respected leader and advocate for education. My story inspires countless individuals around the world, proving that education is the great equalizer that transcends social and economic barriers,” he added.
Currently, Times Education offers a variety of courses, including English, Hospitality, Accounting, Information Technology, Cookery, Travel and Tourism, Real Estate, Digital Marketing, Human Resource Management, Social Media Marketing, Business and Management, Leadership and Management, Marketing and Communication, Aged Care and Community Services, Early Childhood Education and Care, and Higher Education Diploma and Graduate Diploma.
Its plan to expand its curriculum to include Sport Coaching and Exercise Management with the creation of a new Sports Institute is in line with its goal to strengthen its presence in Southeast Asia.
Times Education is one of Australia’s largest institutions offering vocational education and training, and higher learning, among others, It has delivered training to over 35,000 students across seven colleges and 12 campuses in key Australian cities.
“My partnership with Times Education Group Australia symbolizes the transformative power of education,” Pacquiao said.
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