Strategic Plan
Preparing for tomorrow
At Valpo, business education goes beyond maximizing profit and shareholder value. For us, business is about making a difference, having a purpose greater than yourself. If you address what matters first – socially, environmentally, and financially responsible business practices, profit will follow. Our students are held to a higher standard and we expect them to demonstrate character and make a positive impact regardless of where their journey takes them – to do well by doing good.
– Niclas Erhardt, Dean
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people, communities, and our environment by embracing diversity and working toward inclusion and equity.
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to an ever changing world by staying agile, growth oriented, and industry relevant with a sustainable mindset.
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in our faculty, staff, and college for student professional exploration and success.
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and advocate for our internal and external stakeholders.
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with our business communities, alumni, campus, and beyond for student experiential learning.
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Vision
We strive to continuously hold ourselves and others to a higher standard to do well by doing good.
Mission
We cultivate values-based global leaders who emphasize socially, environmentally, and financially responsible business practices.