Capcom Singapore Expands Into Education With New Game IP Initiative in the Philippines
Capcom Singapore Brings Game IP Education to the Philippines
Capcom Singapore has announced a new educational partnership with Mapúa University and Prime Manpowertca to develop future talent for Southeast Asia’s games and digital industries.
The collaboration will introduce a specialised programme themed around games, intellectual property, and digital culture, marking one of Capcom’s most direct engagements with higher education in the region.
The initiative draws on Capcom’s long-standing expertise in the game business and intellectual property management, particularly practices developed in Japan, to create an international model for industry-aligned education starting in the Philippines.
A Practical Programme Focused on Games and Intellectual Property
The programme will combine lectures, project-based learning, and internship opportunities to prepare students for careers across game development, engineering, and business. A major emphasis will be placed on understanding how intellectual property is created, protected, and expanded across multiple industries.
Capcom Singapore will contribute learning materials and case studies based on its globally recognised game franchises, offering students real-world insight into IP strategy and game business operations.
Mapúa University will oversee curriculum design, course delivery, and academic integration, while Prime Manpower will support career pathways, internships, and industry feedback loops.
The partnership will formally launch with a signing ceremony at Mapúa University on January 26, 2026, followed by a special lecture on January 27. The lecture will be delivered by Motoki Okuyama, General Manager of Capcom’s Intellectual Property Department in Japan. It will focus on the role of IP in modern game development and global business expansion.
Planned topics include IP rights related to characters, music, programs, and systems, as well as how game IP extends into merchandise, animation, film, licensing, and esports.
Strengthening Southeast Asia’s Game Talent Pipeline
Ricky Bian Li, Managing Director of Capcom Singapore, described the collaboration as a meaningful step toward nurturing creative talent in a rapidly growing regional market.
He highlighted the increasing interest in gaming and digital creativity among younger generations in the Philippines, positioning the programme as a bridge between education and industry practice.
Mapúa University president Dr Dodjie S Maestrecampo echoed this view, noting that the partnership strengthens the university’s focus on industry-aligned education by providing students with access to international best practices and real-world knowledge of the game business.
Prime Manpower also emphasised the importance of connecting academic learning directly to employment opportunities in the global digital economy.
A Long-Term Regional Commitment
Capcom Singapore stated that this collaboration is the first step in a broader effort to work with educational institutions across Southeast Asia.
By combining expertise in game development, IP strategy, and workforce education, the programme aims to equip students with skills that translate directly into real-world opportunities within the gaming and digital sectors.
