Vision, Mission, and Values

Vision

The Ministry of Advanced Education envisions a province where all British Columbians have affordable access to the best possible, technologically advanced, integrated, and accountable post-secondary education system.

Mission

The Ministry of Advanced Education provides leadership and support for a top-notch advanced education and training system that provides all British Columbians with opportunities to develop the skills and knowledge they need to participate fully in the economic, social, and cultural life of the province.

Values

The following values guide the ministry in its work:

• A student-centred post-secondary education system;
• Excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement;
• Relevance and responsiveness of the post-secondary education system;
• Recognition of the key roles post-secondary education, skills training, research and development play in a successful economy;
• Life-long learning opportunities for all British Columbians;
• A positive and supportive working environment;
• Effective working partnerships;
• Greater equity and equality for British Columbians;
• Results-based accountability; and
• Fiscal responsibility.