The School of Lifelong Learning (SoLL) is the continuing education provider and consulting arm of the De La Salle University. SoLL offers specialized certificate courses in partnership with industry associations, customized short-term programs for client institutions, public seminars, and consultancy services. It also acts as the institutional and development unit of DLSU. SoLL harnesses the expertise of the faculty of the entire University which is comprised not only of academicians but also of various professionals with experience in different industries and organizations in both the public and private sectors.
The School of Lifelong Learning is an Accredited CPD Provider by the Professional Regulatory Commission.
Vision Statement
SoLL envisions itself as a leading resource for continuing education in the country. It hopes to contribute to building a dynamic and progressive Philippine society—one that is driven by the talent, skills, and creativity of its people and by the innovativeness and responsiveness of its organizations.
Mission Statement
Guided by this Vision, SoLL:
- Conducts training and consulting activities to help Filipino and international businesses become robust organizations that could serve as engines of economic growth and development;
- Provides continuing education and training to interested individuals in business, government, and non-government organizations in the Philippines and the Asian region;
- Actively engages professional and industry associations, and assists them in enhancing the level of professionalism and integrity of their members
- Constantly upgrades the quality of business and technology educators who constitute the pool of its resource persons and training consultants.
Values
SoLL is guided by the following values and principles:
- Human Development – A belief in the dignity of every individual, one that is enhanced by education;
- Lifelong Learning – The continuous pursuit of knowledge and the upgrading of individual, group, and organizational competencies;
- Synergy – Collaboration with other institutions to leverage resources and achieve common goals and interests;
- Service to Society – Promotion of national development through teaching and the sharing of specialized expertise to government, the business sector, and civil society groups.