UNIVERSITY MISSION The mission of Patten University is to develop and deliver quality graduate distance education at a reasonable cost in the areas of acquisition and contract management, project/program management, supply chain management and overall leadership and general management that meets and exceeds the needs of its students. HISTORY For over four decades, Patten University has been a standard bearer for academic excellence, serving thousands of dedicated students and professionals. The University is uniquely qualified to offer courses and degree programs in the fields of leadership, business, general management, and project/program management. It has a well-defined and structured curriculum, an excellent faculty, and an extensive proprietary collection of textbooks and course materials. GOALS OF THE UNIVERSITY Meet the increasing demand on corporate and government entities for further education in the subject fields in which the University specializes. Provide an educational delivery method that is flexible, productive and cost-effective. Anticipate and provide new or revised programs that meet the ever-changing requirements of the University’s market areas. Provide exemplary admissions, course registration fulfillment, student services and record-keeping while demonstrating a commitment to helping students and faculty in a courteous, ethical and timely manner. Foster an environment that promotes a life of learning for its students and faculty and uses feedback from its community to continuously improve the quality of its instruction, learning and support services.