RESERVE OFFICERS’ TRAINING CORPS (ROTC) IN LOCAL COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES IN METRO MANILA: A MULTI-DIMENSIONAL ANALYSIS

Abstract

This study assesses the implementation of the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) in selected local colleges and universities in metro Manila, emphasizing regulations, regulations and directives, public relations advocacy campaigns, and unit goals/accomplishments. The research is focused on evaluating the level of ROTC implementation and distinguishing notable variations among institutions. It is limited to six respondent schools in Metro Manila, offering a detailed comparative analysis within this specific educational and geographic context. Data was collected using standardized questionnaires to assess compliance with regulations, public relations activities efficacy, and unit objectives achievement. The data was analyzed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) within a quantitative framework. The results show that ROTC programs effectively implement the variables studied. However, there are significant differences in implementation levels among institutions, indicating variability in program execution, possibly due to variations in institutional priorities, resource allocation, and ROTC leadership effectiveness. This study supports Huntingtons theoretical framework about the equilibrium between military professionalism and social integration, highlighting the difficulties of aligning military education with civilian expectations and norms. The results emphasize the need for specific strategies to improve the standardization and effectiveness of programs. It suggests sharing best practices and enhancing leadership training within ROTC units to address disparities and enhance the quality of training and community engagement in the NCR. KEYWORDS: Reserved Officers Training Corps, Local Colleges and Universities, Regulation and Directives, Public Relations Advocacy Campaign, Unit goal/accomplishment