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Vision
The fundamental principles and properties of engineering systems are well-understood, so that these systems can be modeled, designed, and managed effectively.

Mission
To solve previously intractable engineering systems problems by integrating approaches based on engineering, management, and social sciences, using new framing and modeling methodologies.

To facilitate the beneficial application of engineering systems principles and properties by expanding the set of problems addressed by engineers.

To position ESD graduates as tomorrow’s system thinkers and leaders in tackling society’s challenges.

Values
Commitment to scholarship that addresses significant global problems by investigating ways in which engineering systems behave and interact with one another.

Development and evaluation of system-level solutions that are sustainable in terms of social equity, economic development, and environmental impact. Acceptance of intellectual risk, tackling issues that appear, at least in part, to be non-quantifiable or vague.

Respect for the disciplines encompassed within ESD research including engineering, social sciences, and management.

 
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