The Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) is a government educational institution governed by Republic Act Number 8292 known as the Higher Education Modernization Act of 1997, and its Implementing Rules and Regulations contained in the Commission on Higher Education Memorandum Circular No. 4, series 1997. PUP is one of the country's highly competent educational institutions. The PUP Community is composed of the Board of Regents, University Officials, Administrative and Academic Personnel, Students, various Organizations, and the Alumni.
Governance of PUP is vested upon the Board of Regents, which exercises policy-making functions to carry out the mission and programs of the University by virtue of RA 8292 granted by the Commission on Higher Education. The University is administered by an appointed President by virtue of RA 8292 and is assisted by an Executive Vice President and the Vice Presidents for Academic Affairs, Student Services, Administration, Research, Extension and Development, and Finance.
PUP: The National Polytechnic University
As a state university, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines believes that:
Education is an instrument for the development of the citizenry and for the enhancement of nation building; and
That meaningful growth and transmission of the country are best achieved in an atmosphere of brotherhood, peace, freedom, justice and nationalist-oriented education imbued with the spirit of humanist internationalism.
Ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities through a re-engineered polytechnic university by committing to:
provide democratized access to educational opportunities for the holistic development of individuals with global perspective
offer industry-oriented curricula that produce highly-skilled professionals with managerial and technical capabilities and a strong sense of public service for nation building
embed a culture of research and innovation
continuously develop faculty and employees with the highest level of professionalism
engage public and private institutions and other stakeholders for the attainment of social development goal
establish a strong presence and impact in the international academic community
Pillar 1: Dynamic, Transformational, and Responsible Leadership
Pillar 2: Responsive and Innovative Curricula and Instruction
Pillar 3: Enabling and Productive Learning Environment
Pillar 4: Holistic Student Development and Engagement
Pillar 5: Empowered Faculty Members and Employees
Pillar 6: Vigorous Research Production and Utilization
Pillar 7: Global Academic Standards and Excellence
Pillar 8: Synergistic, Productive, Strategic Networks and Partnerships
Pillar 9: Active and Sustained Stakeholders’ Engagement
Pillar 10: Sustainable Social Development Programs and Projects