Purpose, Vision, Mission and Values
Purpose
Post-secondary education and research and innovation produce a range of public benefits for British Columbians. The post-secondary education system provides students with the knowledge, skills and training that communities, employers and entrepreneurs need, as well as the confidence and initiative to play an increased role in all aspects of society. Research and innovation helps British Columbians overcome social and economic barriers and expand their potential through discovery and the creation of knowledge.
Leading, coordinating and supporting this work is the role of the Ministry of Advanced Education. The Ministry provides leadership and direction, establishes policy, and provides funding to public post-secondary institutions through operating grants and contributions toward capital projects, and to students through financial assistance programs. The Ministry also provides leadership and oversight for organizations that are involved in the research and innovation sector. The Ministry provides accountability for public funds by measuring and reporting on progress against desired outcomes.
Vision, Mission and Values
Vision
Enabling British Columbians to prosper through education, training, research and innovation.
Mission
To provide leadership in delivering excellent, accessible post-secondary education for learners and enable an integrated and dynamic approach to research and innovation.
Values
The following values guide the Ministry in its work:
- A student-centred post-secondary education system.
- Excellence, innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.
- Relevance and responsiveness of the post-secondary education system.
- Recognition of the key roles post-secondary education, research and development play in a successful economy.
- Life-long learning opportunities for all British Columbians.
- A positive and supportive working environment.
- Open, transparent and consultative processes to facilitate effective working partnerships.
- Greater equity and equality for British Columbians.
- Results-based accountability.
- Fiscal responsibility.
