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The U.P. Institute for Small-Scale Industries is a pioneer, innovator, and advocate in small and medium enterprise (SME) training and development in the Philippines. Over the years, it has helped other countries in Asia and the Pacific build up their own SME development capabilities. | The U.P. Institute for Small-Scale Industries is a pioneer, innovator, and advocate in small and medium enterprise (SME) training and development in the Philippines. Over the years, it has helped other countries in Asia and the Pacific build up their own SME development capabilities. | ||
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Revision as of 17:18, 3 August 2009
The U.P. Institute for Small-Scale Industries is a pioneer, innovator, and advocate in small and medium enterprise (SME) training and development in the Philippines. Over the years, it has helped other countries in Asia and the Pacific build up their own SME development capabilities.
Vision
To improve the quality of life of the Filipino people by being a leading institution in training, research and consultancy for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Mission
To empower SMEs so that they may more fully contribute to the national goals of employment, equity and growth, through the provision of relevant, affordable, appropriate and innovative SME development services.
As it does these, UP ISSI will continue to nurture its internal capabilities, tap external resources and use state-of-the-art facilities and technologies.
Strategies
In pursuing its vision and mission, the UP ISSI uses four major strategies:
- training and institution building
- research, including policy studies
- consultancy and extension
- advocacy and information.