Learning-by Doing summarizes a quality integral learning and development philosophy that clearly distinguishes Zamorano from higher education centers. The Zamorano University Enterprises provide the technical, physical and logistical resources necessary for the development of the talents, abilities and skills required by modern professionals. They all operate under financial business principles and measures, competing on the urban markets with their products and services.

An organized work climate is fostered at the practical companies and laboratories. Students, specialists and other members of the system are committed and their performance is evaluated while they learn and contribute the best of themselves.

The students rotate through the various companies in a model that has been perfected through decades of work and continuous improvement. They also complete internships during their last year, joining companies and organizations in many countries to carry out agreed work obligations. The University Enterprises, as part of the work experience, also provide the commercial and business framework for the student to find out how to successfully manage a company. With this experience, the student gradually transitions and learns the components that make up agricultural, forest and agro-industrial value chains in real environments. This allows them to learn through a broad view, solving problems, making decisions and meeting business and development goals.