Published in Scientific Papers. Series "Management, Economic Engineering in Agriculture and rural development", Vol. 25 ISSUE 1
Written by Jacinto P. BACLAYON, Melvin S. SARSALE

This paper used a descriptive-correlational research approach to investigate the agriculture-based enterprises’ management practices and financial performance of within Philippine state universities and colleges (SUCs) in Leyte and Biliran islands. This study assessed the SUCs’ management practices using eight dimensions: strategy, execution, culture, structure, leadership, innovation, talent, strategic linkages and partnerships, and net profit margin in measuring the financial outcomes of these enterprises. Findings revealed that managing talents, innovation, strategic linkages, and partnerships were practiced slightly among SUCs. Findings showed that level 4 SUCs exhibited better net profit margins for agri-based ventures. Moreover, strategy, culture, structure, talent, innovation, and strategic linkages and partnerships are significantly correlated to the financial performance of SUCs agri-based enterprises. This paper offers another perspective for stakeholders to create focused strategies and assistance frameworks, fostering the success and expansion of SUCs' agricultural enterprises.

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