The Lord of Sipan University was founded, the July 5, 1999 with Resolution No. 575-99-CONAFU, as a progressive institution that sets the standard in research, development and entrepreneurship, outreach and cultural identity Its name pays tribute to this land and cultural heritage of the "Ciec" (Great Lord), leadership paradigm of the Moche culture whose work became one of the largest of antiquity. The university proposes new paradigms, schemes and strategies to do a better job for the benefit of the community. Work in record time awarded him its final authorization for operation and full autonomy, with Resolution No. 104-2005-CONAFU of March 29, 2005.