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Pedagogy Review: An International Journal of Educational Theories, Approaches and Strategies
Volume 7 | Issue 1 | 2026 | 236 – 250
1Instructor 1, Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology, Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, Philippines
2Instructor 1, Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology, San Enrique, Iloilo, Philippines
3Assistant Professor 4, Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology, San Enrique, Iloilo, Philippines
Article History:
Initial submission: 05 February 2026
First decision: 08 February 2026
Revision received: 20 February 2026
Accepted for publication: 05 March 2026
Online release: 10 March 2026
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This study examined the influence of modern generational factors on Hospitality Management students and explored the manifestation of Filipino values to inform the development of a Values Formation Program. A total of 300 students, evenly distributed across first to fourth year levels, participated in the study. A descriptivesurvey research design was employed, and data were collected using a researcher-made questionnaire validated by experts and pilot-tested, achieving a reliability coefficient of 0.97. The study focused on four Generation Z factors: digital technology, social media exposure, globalization, and lifestyle and communication patterns. Filipino values were measured in terms of pakikipagkapwa-tao, paggalang, bayanihan, malasakit, and professionalism and work ethics. Results revealed that digital technology and social media exerted a very high influence on students, while globalization and lifestyle patterns exerted a high influence, indicating that generational characteristics significantly shaped academic behavior, communication, and learning patterns. Filipino values were generally manifested at very high levels, particularly in pakikipagkapwa-tao, paggalang, and professionalism, while bayanihan and malasakit were high. Chi-square analysis confirmed a significant relationship between modern generational influences and Filipino values, demonstrating compatibility between contemporary trends and cultural values. Based on these findings, a Values Formation Program was proposed, integrating workshops on Filipino values, digital ethics, multicultural exposure, community engagement, professionalism, and communication skills, aimed at producing culturally grounded, ethically responsible, and professionally competent hospitality graduates.
Keywords: Generation Z, Filipino values, Hospitality Management students, digital technology, social media, values formation program
APA (7th edition)
Cabangunay, A. G. M., Focbit, B. P., Anib, C. J. A., & Bajador, M. G. P. (2026). The influence of Generation Z on hospitality management students: Basis for a values formation program. Pedagogy Review: An International Journal of Educational Theories, Approaches and Strategies, 7(1), 237–250. https://doi.org/10.62718/vmca.pr-ijetas.7.1.SC-0226-007.
Alicia Grace Cabangunay: Conceptualization;
Brian Focbit: Methodology;
Cristy Joy Anib: Data gathering and data tabulation;
Ma. Gina Bajador: Results and discussion, References.
This research received no external funding.
The authors declare that the research was conducted without commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest.
This study involved human respondents; however, formal ethical approval was not sought from the authors’ institution. The authors affirm that participation was voluntary, informed consent was obtained, and confidentiality of responses was strictly maintained. No procedures were undertaken that posed risk or harm to the participants
All data supporting the findings of this study are included within the manuscript and its supplementary materials.
AI-assisted language editing was performed using ChatGPT; authors reviewed and approved all contents.
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