The Institute for Small-Scale Industries was established on March 2, 1966 through a bilateral agreement between the Republic of the Philippines and the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Its principal objective then as now was to assist and promote the development and growth of the small-scale industrial sector in the Philippines. Originally set up as the training institute for the Philippine small industries, it gradually built up its capabilities and expanded its activities to include research, extension, and information programs.
On August 4, 1969, the Institute was established through Republic Act No. 6041 as a research and extension unit of the University of the Philippines.
The Institute had its permanent home with the completion of the four-storey E. Virata Hall in 1976.
From then, UP ISSI conducted several consultancy training courses, seminars, technical studies in the field of medium and small-scale industries with emphasis on Philippine industries. UP ISSI Historical Highlights
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 6041 AN ACT DEFINING THE FUNCTIONS OF THE INSTITUTE FOR SMALL-SCALE INDUSTRIES, UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES, PROVIDING FOR ITS FINANCING AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES WHEREAS, the University …
MISSION UP ISSI is a nationally-recognized Institution mandated to provide leading research, training, and extension services and committed to the empowerment and growth of MSMEs in collaboration with stakeholders. VISION …
UP ISSI Staff Directory UP Diliman VoIP Trunkline (+63 2) 8981-8500 Email: info.issi@up.edu.ph
GABAy is UP ISSI’s flagship advocacy program that aims to accelerate the growth and sustainability of MSMEs by providing online mentoring and online marketing support. It offers a comprehensive range …
Levelling-Up of Innovative Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources-based Startups/Spinoffs thru Promotion, Assistance, and Development (LIPAD) is collaboration project spearheaded by the Department of Science and Technology’s Philippine Council for …
Innovating Agri-tech Promotion: Development of Farms as Tourism Sites The Science for the Convergence of Agriculture and Tourism (SciCAT) Project is a collaboration between the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine …
One of ISSI’s commitment is to serve MSMEs in any and every way we can. We are moving our mentoring program from walk-in to the online platform as part of …
The RGMA Network, Inc. and the UP Institute for Small-Scale Industries inked a partnership to deliver a two-hour seminar every Saturday in selected barangays in Metro Manila and nearby towns. …
UP ISSI is also a consultant for the Consultancy for Agricultural and Manufacturing Productivity Improvement (CAMPI) program for the Calabarzon Region with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). According to the …
The Institute provides technical assistance to ensure the commercial viability and profitability of products made by enterprises of indigenous communities. Of particular importance was the technical assistance provided to the Kalahan Educational Foundation …
The Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards (CMA) is a nationwide search for outstanding Filipino micro entrepreneurs funded by Citi Foundation, the philanthropic arm of multinational banking and financial services corporation Citigroup. Done in …
UP Students Develop Innovative Solutions for MSMEs Through Industry Partnerships Quezon City, Philippines – The University of the Philippines College of Fine Arts (UP CFA), in collaboration with the UP …
BUYanihan 2026: Empowering MSMEs and Communities The UP Institute for Small-Scale Industries (UP ISSI) successfully held the 8th BUYanihan sa Diliman from May 14-16, 2026, bringing together micro, small, and …
Entrepreneurial Information Services in the VUCA Era Embracing community-centered services can transform unpredictable information technological changes into opportunities for engagement and support. MSME libraries and business information centers, as they …
Turn Your Data Into Decisions The Institute’s Data Analytics Course (DAC) is designed for MSME owners, their assistants, consultants, trainers, and development practitioners—especially those who guide entrepreneurs for better data-driven …
Navotas Landfill Fire: A Warning We Can’t Ignore A fire that broke out on April 10, 2026, at the sanitary landfill in Navotas has raised renewed concerns over the safety …
