Introduction

The Development Academy of the Philippines Certification Body (DAP CB), established in 2025, certifies productivity experts under the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) Certification of Persons Scheme for Productivity Specialist. On 20 May 2025, DAP CB achieved accreditation from the Asian Productivity Organization Accreditation Body (APO-AB).

The Productivity Specialist Certification Program is designed to recognize individuals highly skilled in the application of productivity solutions, encompassing activities like consultancy, training, promotion, and research.

Benefits of being a Productivity Specialists

• Improved career and business prospects;
• Use of the authorized certification logo on business documents;
• Listing in the public online register of DAP Certification Body;
• Access to a network/community of certified productivity specialists;
• Opportunities to participate in APO international assignments, conferences, and other events; and,
• Proof of commitment to professional development.

Scope and 3 Tiers of Productivity

Specialists Certification

The certification covers the Productivity Specialist Certification Scheme under APO-Productivity Specialist (PS) 101:2023. Those who meet the requirements and have served the public sector will receive a certification marked with “including Public Sector Productivity practices.”