Chapter 4.

Graduate Attributes
The USTP Graduate is an innovative and entrepreneurial thought leader and game changer in the
academe and the world of work. S/he possesses the following Institutional Graduate Attributes:

1. Innovative Thinking – A USTP graduate generates new ideas or new ways of approaching things
to create possibilities and opportunities.

2. Critical Thinking – A USTP graduate objectively examines a situation by gathering information

from all possible sources and evaluates both the tangible and intangible aspects, as well as the
implications of any course of action.

3. Resilience – A USTP graduate thrives, grows, and develops competence in the face of adverse
circumstances.

4. Empathy – A USTP graduate identifies and understands another’s situation and feelings allowing
for caring relationships as well as understanding and connecting with those who may be different.

5. Teamwork and Collaboration – A USTP graduate works effectively and respectfully with diverse
teams. This includes assuming shared responsibility for collaborative work and valuing the
individual contributions made by each team member.

6. Communication Skills – A USTP graduate presents and articulates views, thoughts, and ideas by
effectively using oral, written, multimedia, and nonverbal communication skills in a variety of
forms and context.

Chapter 5. Core Values

Setting the right behavior and perspectives is fundamental in the fulfillment of one’s goals. Thus, the
University agreed upon the following core values that would guide its members and stakeholders in all
their undertakings and move them towards the right path:

1. Unselfish Dedication – Selfless commitment and complete fidelity towards a course of action or
goal.

2. Social Responsiveness – Ethical/moral responsibility leading to corrective action on social issues

and contributions for the betterment of the environment and the community’s quality of life.

3. Transformational Leadership – Leading through inspiration and by example to foster positive

change with the end goal of developing followers into leaders.

4. Prudence – Self-governance leading to circumspection and good judgment in the management of

affairs and use of resources.

Source: Proposed Revised Student Handbook 2020-2021