The Cal Poly Corporation provides self-supporting, responsible, diversified, creative and quality services, which complement the instructional program of the university and assist the institution in achieving its educational mission.
CPC is managed by the executive office, business office, human resources, and information technology. The Corporation provides services to the entire campus community, including commercial operations, individual colleges, sponsored research, conference services, university advancement, university administration, enterprise operations, as well as other campus auxiliary organizations and agencies. The CPC budget covers the direct and indirect costs related to managing the various departments.