The MHE program was instituted in the 1950's. It is designed to upgrade knowledge and skills of home economics teachers in specialized areas in home economics for preschool, elementary, high school, as well as college teaching. It is also designed to broaden the range of knowledge in different areas of home economics for competent leadership in research, extension, supervision, and administration of academic and non-academic programs.
Demonstrate new knowledge and skills in specialized areas of home economics for education and related professions;
Develop ability to conduct independent and original research, and/or to produce other scholarly works/outputs;
Develop a systematic understanding of the home economics discipline that offers solutions for current issues and concerns, especially of Filipino families; and
Enhance organizational and managerial skills in the administration of academic and non-academic home economics programs