The College of Business and Management – Bachelor of Science in Office Administration (BSOA) successfully conducted the Keyboarding Interclass Competition on January 15, 2026, from 7:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. at the EdTech Computer Laboratory. The activity formed part of the students' Performance Task and Final Requirements for the subject OA 111 – Keyboarding and Document Processing, under the guidance of Mr. Joseph G. Barillo and Ms. Catherine Uayan.
The competition aimed to provide students with a practical and engaging learning experience where they could apply the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the semester. It also served as an avenue to assess students' competency in keyboarding, document processing, accuracy, speed, and professional document preparation—essential skills required in the modern workplace.
The event featured three major competitions:
- Typing Test (Keyboarding Beginner, Pro, and Master Levels)
- Birdbox Typing Competition
- On-the-Spot Business Letter Making
Each event challenged participants to demonstrate precision, efficiency, and professionalism while working under time constraints. Students exhibited remarkable enthusiasm, determination, and sportsmanship as they competed with their classmates, creating an atmosphere of healthy competition and collaborative learning.
The Typing Test evaluated participants' keyboarding speed and accuracy across different proficiency levels, encouraging students to continuously improve their typing performance. The Birdbox Typing Competition tested students' adaptability and concentration through an interactive typing platform, while the On-the-Spot Business Letter Making assessed their ability to prepare professionally formatted business correspondence using appropriate document processing techniques and standard business writing conventions.
Throughout the activity, Mr. Joseph G. Barillo and Ms. Catherine Uayan provided guidance, supervision, and encouragement to ensure that the competition was conducted fairly and in accordance with the learning objectives of the course. Their commitment to providing experiential learning opportunities allowed students to develop not only technical competencies but also confidence, discipline, attention to detail, and time management skills.
As future office professionals, the students recognized the significance of mastering keyboarding and document processing as foundational competencies in today's technology-driven and digitally connected workplace. The competition reinforced the importance of accuracy, productivity, and professionalism in handling office documents, preparing business communications, and utilizing digital tools efficiently.
Beyond the competition itself, the event fostered teamwork, camaraderie, and a spirit of excellence among the students. It encouraged them to strive for continuous improvement while appreciating the value of practice, perseverance, and healthy competition in achieving professional growth.
The successful implementation of the Keyboarding Interclass Competition 2026 reflects the commitment of the Bachelor of Science in Office Administration Program to delivering quality, outcomes-based education through meaningful and performance-oriented learning experiences.
Under the leadership of Mr. Joseph G. Barillo and Ms. Catherine Uayan, the activity effectively prepared students to become competent, confident, and globally competitive office administration professionals equipped with the practical skills demanded by today's dynamic workplace.
