MandateThe Technological University of the Philippines is mandated to provide higher and advanced vocational, technical, industrial, technological and professional education and training in the industries and technology, and practical arts leading to certificates, diplomas, and degrees; to provide progressive leadership in applied research, developmental studies in technical, industrial and technological fields and production using indigenous materials, effect technology transfer in the countryside; and to provide expertise in the development of small and medium scale industries in identified growth-centers.Key Result AreasPoverty reduction and empowerment of the poor and vulnerableSector OutcomeEnhanced knowledge and skills, attitudes and values of Filipinos to lead productive livesOrganizational Outcome:1. Relevant and quality tertiary education ensured to achieve inclusive growth2. Access of deserving but poor students to quality tertiary education increased3. Higher education research improved to promote economic productivity and innovation4. Community engagement increasedVisionTUP: A premier state university with recognized excellence in engineering and technology education at par with leading universities in the ASEAN region.MissionThe mission of TUP is stated in Section 2 of P.D. No. 1518 as follows:The University shall provide higher and advanced vocational, technical, industrial, technological and professional education and training in industries and technology, and in practical arts leading to certificates, diplomas and degrees. It shall provide progressive leadership in applied research, developmental studies in technical, industrial, and technological fields and production using indigenous materials; effect technology transfer in the countryside; and assist in the development of small-and-medium scale industries in identified growth centers.Core Values T - Transparent and participatory governance U - Unity in the pursuit of TUP mission, goals, and objectives P - Professionalism in the discharge of quality service I - Integrity and commitment to maintain the good name of the University A - Accountability for individual and organizational quality performance N - Nationalism through tangible contribution to the rapid economic growth of the country S - Shared responsibility, hard-work, and resourcefulness in compliance to the mandates of the universityStrategic GoalsGoal 1 - Quality & Responsive Curricular OfferingsGoal 2 - Excellence in Engineering & Technology ResearchGoal 3 - Leadership in Community ServicesGoal 4 - Strengthening Capability & CompetenceGoal 5 - Modernized University System & Efficient Management of ResourcesGoal 6 - Increased Financial ViabilityGoal 7 - Enhanced Network & Sustained Collaboration Initiatives