Welcome to the First International Conference on Business, Education, Social Sciences, and Technology to be held at La Carmela de Boracay Hotel, Boracay Island, Malay, Aklan, Philippines, on July 17-19, 2025.

Paper Template

Submission

The guidelines for paper submission are as follows:

Submitting Authors must at least use the IMRaD format for writing their research contents following the guidelines in the paper template, from 4-6 pages and must be converted into PDF format before submitting it through the BEST 2025 online submission system or by e-mail intechconverge@gmail.com or itcs@innotcs.org.

The IMRaD format contains at least the following research paper components: 

• • Paper title
  • Abstract [does not exceed 250 words]
  • Introduction [theory, hypothesis, prior works]
  • Methods and Materials 
  • Results
  • Discussions, Conclusion and Recommendations
  • References

Important Dates:

• • Submission Opens: March 15, 2025
  • Submission Due: May 20, 2025
  • Acceptance Notification: May 30, 2025
  • Final Paper Submission and Registration Due: June 10, 2025
  • Conference Dates: July 17-19, 2025

Registration

The Corresponding Authors of accepted papers will receive an acceptance notice with registration instructions and will be required to submit their final paper (with revisions according to the review results).

Online Registration: https://bit.ly/best2025_registration [Note: Proof of payment must be uploaded in PDF or image format]

 Inclusions:

• • Access to all conference sessions
  • Conference kit
  • Certificate of Participation for attendees
  • Certificate of Presentation for presenters
  • Certificate of Recognition for best papers and best presentations
  • Copy of the Proceedings [to be applied with ISBN]
  • Optional publication of full papers (see publication section)
  • Submission processing of selected good quality papers to International Journals indexed by SCOPUS, Ei Compendex, or SCI(E) [Note: with additional fees based on the  Journal payment schedule]

Presentation Guidelines

The guidelines for presentations will be as follows:

1. 1. The BEST 2025 program and presentations will be held on July 17-19, 2025 at La Carmela de Boracay Hotel, Boracay Island, Malay, Aklan, Philippines.
   2.  Presenters must have joined the conference 10 minutes before the start of the presentations to report his/her attendance to the corresponding Session Chairs.
   3. The presentation time will be 15 minutes, that is, 10 minutes of presentation and 5 minutes of Q and A discussion. Thus, please prepare a PowerPoint presentation that lasts for up to 10 minutes’ maximum to allow 3-5 minutes for discussion after your talk. This equates to roughly 10 slides excluding your title and acknowledgment slides.
   4. Be sure you have embedded any multimedia objects (e.g., graphics, images, movies) in the slides.
   5. Unless otherwise advised by participants, all the sessions will be fully recorded and made available for watching online. This will allow participants in less favorable time zones or life situations to catch up with content.

Publication

All accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings to be applied with ISBN.

Authors also have the option to publish their full papers [download Template] in the issues of the following International peer-reviewed Journals [Index: Google Scholar, Crossref, Philippine E-Journals][with discounted article publication charge (APC)]:

• • Journal of Innovative Technology Convergence (JITC)
    • ISSN: 2704-4440
    • https://innocon.innotcs.org/index.php/jitc/index 
  • Journal of Educational Management and Social Sciences (JEMSS)
    • ISSN: TBD
    • https://innocon.innotcs.org/index.php/jemss  
  • Journal of Innovative Science and Technology (JIST)
    • ISSN: TBD
    • https://innocon.innotcs.org/index.php/jist 
  • Journal of Business and Financial Studies (JBFS)
    • ISSN: TBD
    • https://innocon.innotcs.org/index.php/jbfs 

In addition, selected good quality papers will also be recommended for publication in International Journals indexed by SCOPUS, EI Compendex, or SCI(E) after its full paper revision [with additional registration payments – based on the payment schedule of Journal publishers]. 

Organizing Committee

The Organizing Committee of “The First International Conference on Business, Education, Social Sciences, and Technology 2025” is composed of distinguished academics who are experts in their respective fields.

Chair: Dr. Bobby D. Gerardo, President, Northern Iloilo State University, Estancia, Iloilo, Philippines

Co-Chairs:

• Dr. Jeffrey A. Clarin, SUC President III, Aklan State University, Banga, Aklan, Philippines
• Dr. Yung-Cheol Byun, Full Professor, Computer Engineering Department, Jeju National University, Jeju City, South Korea
• Dr. Ruji P. Medina, Dean, Graduate Programs, Technological Institute of the Philippines, Quezon City, Philippines 

Program Committee:

• Prof. Arnelyn M. Torres, Chair, School of Business, Crown College, Minnesota, U.S.A. (Chair)
• Prof. John Jowil D. Orquia, Faculty, College of Computer Studies, University of Antique, Philippines
• Prof. Joy M. Peji, Faculty, Department of Information Technology – College of Engineering and Information Technology, Cavite State University-Main Campus, Cavite, Philippines
• Prof. Jason P. Sermeno, Faculty, College of Computer Studies, University of Antique, Philippines
• Dr. Larry B. Deysolong, VP, Research and Extension, Northern Iloilo State University, Estancia, Iloilo, Philippines
• Prof. Jolitte A. Villaruz, Aklan State University, Banga, Aklan, Philippines

Publication Committee:

• Dr. Ramil G. Lumauag, Campus Administrator, Iloilo Science and Technology University – Dumangas Campus, Dumangas, Iloilo, Philippines
• Prof. Massuline Antonio D. Ligaya, Asst. Professor, Liberal Arts & Interdisciplinary Studies, Hanseo University, Seosan, South Korea 
• Dr. Rosslin John Robles, Education Supervisor II for ITE programs, Commission on Higher Education Regional Office VI, Iloilo City, Philippines

Publicity Committee:

• Prof. Roger S. Mission, Faculty, College of Computer Studies, University of Antique, Philippines (Chair)
• Dr. Felipe P. Vista IV, Associate Professor, Northern Iloilo State University, Estancia, Iloilo, Philippines
• Prof. Julie Ann A. Salido, Director, RDS, Aklan State University, Banga, Aklan, Philippines
• Prof. Anrem J. Balontong, Network Administrator/Freedom of Information Officer, Northern Iloilo State University, Estancia, Iloilo, Philippines
• Dr. Jelyn O. Alentajan, Vice President for Research, Extension, and Innovation, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
• Dr. Susan F. Atienza, Director, Research Services Unit, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines

Review and Selection Committee:

• Dr. Ramil G. Lumauag, Campus Administrator, Iloilo Science and Technology University – Dumangas Campus, Dumangas, Iloilo, Philippines (Chair)
• Prof. Randy S. Tolentino, Asst. Professor, Avionics Electronics Engineering, Hanseo University, Seosan, South Korea (Co-Chair)
• Dr. Alan Lino Silverio J. Agustin, Philippine State College of Aeronautics, Metro Manila, Philippines
• Prof. Ryan R. Alabado, Faculty, College of Teacher Education, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
• Prof. Salah Abdulghani Alabady, College of Engineering, Computer Engineering Department, University of Mosul, Mosul, Iraq
• Prof. John Edgar S. Anthony, Dean, College of Computer Studies, Mindoro State University, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines
• Prof. Marlon L. Atanacio, Dean, College of Computing Studies, Laguna University, Sta. Cruz, Laguna, Philippines
• Dr. Ronnel R. Atole, Director, ICTMO, Partido State University, Camarines Sur, Philippines
• Prof. Dennis M. Barrios II, Aklan State University, Kalibo Campus, Kalibo, Aklan, Philippines
• Dr. Joan M. Belga, VP for Academic Affairs, Iloilo State College of Fisheries, Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, Philippines
• Engr. Godfrey D. Beray, Senior Java Developer, Codev, Cebu City, Philippines
• Dr. Giovanni A. Cagalaban, FIS Global, Makati City, Philippines
• Prof. Flynn V. Castro, Faculty, College of Communication and Information Technology, University of Northern Philippines, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur, Philippines
• Ms. Razel Cervera Cordero, Coordinator, Research Linkages and Partnerships, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
• Prof. Van Helen S. Cuaderes, Associate Dean, College of Teacher Education, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
• Prof. Jayson A. Daluyon, Faculty, College of Computer Studies, University of Rizal System – Binangonan, Rizal, Philippines
• Prof. Marthea Andrea Daluyon, Faculty, College of Computer Studies, University of Rizal System – Binangonan, Rizal, Philippines
• Prof. Shella D. Delgado, Director, University Publication, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
• Prof. Dennis Durango, Chair Information Technology Department, Samar State University, Catbalogan City, Philippines
• Prof. Fema Rose B. Ecraela, Faculty, College of Computer Studies, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
• Prof. Perry Paul J. Espinosa, Department of Nursing, Woosong College, Daejeon, South Korea
• Ms. Anna Rose M. Faculin, Director, Creative Works Unit, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
• Dr. Paquito G. Fernando Jr., Program Chairperson, BS Computer Engineering, Mindoro State University-Bongabong Campus
• Prof. Renald Jay Obsina Fio, Philippine Merchant Marine School, Inc., Las Pinas, Philippines
• Prof. Jessebel V. Gadot, Director, Integrated Research Center, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
• Prof. Russel E. Gatdula, Associate Dean, Institute of Information and Computing Sciences, Kolehiyo ng Lungsod ng Dasmariñas, Burol Main, City of Dasmariñas , Philippines
• Dr. Vishal Goar, Department of Computer Application, Government Engineering College Bikaner, Rajasthan, India
• Prof. Sharine A. Gutierrez, Faculty, Institute of Computer Studies, Camarines Norte State College, Camarines Norte, Philippines
• Dr. Reynalen C. Justo, MIT Program Coordinator, Laguna State Polytechnic University Santa Cruz Campus, Laguna, Philippines
• Prof. Francis Pol C. Lim, Professor, Swiss Management Center, Switzerland
• Dr. Rhoderick Malangsa, Director, External Linkages and Extension Services, Southern Leyte State University, Southern Leyte, Philippines
• Dr. Sammy Militante, Director, Statistical and Knowledge Management Research Services Unit, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
• Prof. Janet A. Orioque, College of Graduate Studies, Palompon Institute of Technology, Palompon, Leyte, Philippines
• Prof. Mae Joy B. Penaflor-Espinosa, Department of Healthcare Management Woosong University, Daejeon, South Korea
• Dr. John Russel R. Perez, Asst. Professor, College of Business and Accountancy, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
• Prof. Josie B. Quiban, Information Technology Department, Palompon Institute of Technology, Palompon, Leyte, Philippines
• Dr. Rajkumar Rajasekaran, School of Computer Science and Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology University, Vellore, India
• Prof. Angelito T. Ramos, Faculty, College of Communication and Information Technology, University of Northern Philippines, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur, Philippines
• Prof. Daisy E. Robles, Faculty, CSIT – CLASE, University of San Agustin, Iloilo City, Philippines
• Engr. Greta M. Rosario, Faculty, College of Computer Studies, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Pasig, Philippines
• Prof. Carolyn F. Salazar, Aklan State University, Banga, Aklan, Philippines
• Prof. Maricel B. Salazar, Academic Supervisor, CSIT – CLASE, University of San Agustin, Iloilo City, Philippines
• Prof. Monalie C. Saylo, Principal, Laboratory Highschool – College of Teacher Education, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
• Prof. Kenrick Agustin S. Secugal, Faculty, College of Computer Studies, University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
• Prof. Haide D. Selpa, College of Technology and Engineering, Palompon Institute of Technology, Palompon, Leyte, Philippines
• Dr. Vinay Shivasubramanyan, Head, Information Science and Engineering, PES College of Engineering, Karnataka, India
• Dr. Wilma M. Tejero, Dean, College of Business Administration, College of Business Administration, Siliman University, Dumaguete, Negros Oriental, Philippines
• Prof. Ian Tiao, Faculty, Far Eastern University, Alabang, Metro Manila, Philippines
• Prof. Peejay C. Vargas, Faculty, Senior High School Department, Dr. Josefa Jara Martinez High School, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
• Prof. Marizel B. Villanueva, Head, Computer Science Unit, Philippine Science High School-CBZRC, Batangas, Philippines

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