zugstwit opines: "Guess it all depends on where you stand. First and from the POV of those Pinays directly concerned, the program (theoretically) enhances their skills and cultural viewpoints. Some training programs I know of avail of the simulation mode where the training venue 'imitates' a Singaporean household. On the other hand, it can be viewed as a short-term solution to the nagging problem of unemployment. Just like everybody else, I, too am :'( inadequate to offer a better alternative."