This study assessed the Adversity Quotient (AQ), demographic variables, and level of commitment among faculty of Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Colleges, a higher education institution in General Santos City, Philippines. The findings served as basis for the proposed Up skilling Program. Complete enumeration of the respondents was employed, which used a quantitative-descriptive research approach. In all, 127 faculty members participated in this survey as respondents. The researchers used the Three-Component Model (TCM) of Organizational Commitment to measure respondents' levels of commitment across a range of demographic variables, including age, educational attainment, and length of service, and Paul Stoltz's Adversity Response to assess the Adversity Quotient. The data were analyzed employing descriptive statistics. College faculty members showed an average Adversity Quotient, according to the results, indicating that they need to improve their resilience in order to face significant challenges and keep going in life. The findings also indicated patterns suggesting that demographic variables such as age, educational attainment, and length of service may influence both Adversity Quotient and commitment levels. The Upskilling Program was therefore recommended to strengthen the capacity of the faculty in handling adversities in the workplace, and enhance commitment to the higher education institution.

Authors:
Ailene Grace Montejo, Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Colleges, Philippines
Marichu Diendo, Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Colleges, Philippines

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Currently, she is the Director of the Student Services Office, performing a vital role in supporting students throughout their academic journey.

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