Mission, Vision, values and Strategic Direction

Vision

The vision of the Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) is to build a better society through education and development. 

Mission Statement

FPD’s mission is to ensure the availability of skilled professionals, allied workers and managers who will be able to deliver a service to the public that is affordable, evidence based and congruent with international best practice.

Values

All of FPD’s activities are based on, and flow from, the following core values, which were developed by FPD staff through a consultative process.

Innovation – FPD strives to be an innovator in the health care system by challenging the status quo and by actively identifying opportunities to effect positive change with a view to shaping the future of health care. This is achieved by aggressively embracing growth opportunities and committing ourselves to producing leadership.

Integrity – FPD and its staff adhere to moral and ethical principles in all their activities. This is reflected in honest and professional conduct, personal accountability and a commitment to not abuse the rsources of the organisation or its sponsors. Most of all, FPD will not compromise its institutional principles for the sake of political expedience.

Quality – FPD strives to guarantee the excellence of all its products and services. All such services are designed to meet the current needs of its clients. Underlying this commitment to quality is a continuous drive to achieve excellence and the systems to reward such achievements.

Freedom to Challenge – FPD encourages an environment where staff can voice their opinion without fear of victimisation.  Constructive critique and creative debate between stakeholders and staff are encouraged.

Respect – Consideration for the rights of individuals and groups is integral to FPD as an organisation. FPD honours the personal beliefs of its clients, its staff and its service beneficiaries.

Service to Society – All FPD’s activities are dedicated to serving the best interest of society. FPD’s focus is public health priorities and the promotion of optimal health care.

Strategic Direction

To be the leading private higher educational institution in South Africa with a local and global reach.

Philosophy

“ Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

                                                                                                Nelson Mandela

 FPD fully subscribes to this view and has a strong commitment to being a force for positive change in the communities where we work and to helping shape the future of these communities.