SUSTAINABILITY REPORT

Founded in 1976, Facens University Center began as a technical school and soon became established as the first higher education institution focused on Engineering in the city of Sorocaba. Over nearly 49 years of existence, Facens has built a solid path, marked by academic excellence and a strong commitment to an education that is both human-centered, highly technological, and innovative. Today, the institution offers 18 undergraduate programs in Engineering, Architecture, Technology, and Health, as well as 25 graduate programs, including MBAs and specializations. It is also worth highlighting that, in 2024, we were reaccredited with the highest score (5) by the Ministry of Education (MEC), reaffirming our educational excellence.

The quality of our educational model is rooted in learning through practice, combining simulated experiences, real-world engagement, and the development of essential skills such as creativity, communication, leadership, and entrepreneurship. We prioritize a dynamic learning environment that fosters student motivation and active participation, while bringing them closer to real-life challenges and the job market.

We also understand that higher education must embrace the human being in their entirety. At Facens University Center, the physical, emotional, and social well-being of our entire academic community is a fundamental part of our institutional mission. We continue to invest in mental health initiatives, psychopedagogical support, shared spaces, and programs for socio-emotional and leadership development—ensuring that each student can thrive fully and in balance.

Another key aspect, and one of our greatest differentiators, is Facens’ close relationship with the job market. We maintain partnerships with several nationally and internationally recognized companies, which not only collaborate on academic projects but also have a physical presence on our campus. These connections offer students real opportunities for internships, trainee programs, and entry into the workforce, often during their undergraduate studies or immediately upon graduation. This close alignment between academia and industry strengthens the employability of our graduates and ensures professional development that meets both current and future market demands.

Innovation is also part of our DNA, as we are a Smart Campus®—a concept developed and trademark-registered by Facens, that integrates sustainability, technology, and quality of life into a single learning ecosystem. In 2024, we were once again recognized by the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings as the most sustainable private higher education institution in Brazil. Also in 2024, with the launch of our Medical School, we significantly expanded our educational and social impact in the region, strengthening our mission to train highly qualified professionals committed to society. We are also signatories of the United Nations Global Compact and supporters of movements such as Conscious Capitalism Brazil and the Circular Economy, reinforcing our alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

All of these efforts reaffirm our purpose: to develop more conscious, sustainable, and ethical citizens and professionals, fully prepared to face the social, economic, and environmental challenges of the 21st century, while actively contributing to a fairer, more innovative, and sustainable future.

Pillars of Sustainability

At Facens University Center, our greatest mission is to guide our students, professors, and other collaborators so that they develop a systemic vision and understand, in a practical way, the importance of sustainability for transforming our present and building our future.

That is why we promote an education aligned with the social, environmental, and economic needs of our society and the planet.