Mission

Universidad Politécnica Salesiana is a humanistic and polytechnic institution of higher education based on Christian inspiration, with catholic characteristics and Salesian nature. It is directed to prefer less privileged young people, it seeks to educate students to become "honest citizens and good Christians", with academic and human excellence, as well as research and innovative capabilities which will contribute to local and national sustainable development.

Vision

In the next ten years, Universidad Politecnica Salesiana is a higher education institution recognized for seeking the truth, developing scientific and technological research, as well as culture. It is recognized by society, companies and industries as a leader in educating people from all social groups beyond the Ecuadorian border; an institution with high academic value, innovative and flexible with strong values that enable it to interact with its peers, have political influence, provide a transforming experience and an institution with the competences to face the digital era, the use of advanced technology and ensure a sustainable future. 

Values

Universidad Politécnica Salesiana prioritizes the following values:

Transcendency: Respect people's dignity, rights and values. Dialogue based on faith and religious practice. 

Familiarity. Salesian style of interaction between members of the university community based on respect, trust, generosity and humbleness, in order to encourage the university community during the educational process. 

Co-responsibility PAll members of the university community are commited to the institution's educational project. 

Solidarity. Seeks to place common wellbeing over one's own particular interests. It encourages peace between people, society and nature. 

Honesty: Expresses ethics in life and exercising citizenship.