The Advanced Manufacturing Pilot Facility (AMPF) is a dynamic 20,000 square foot manufacturing facility located in Midtown Atlanta, serving as a hub for collaborative research and development efforts among industrial, academic, and government partners. Supported by Georgia Tech and the Georgia Tech Manufacturing Institute (GTMI), AMPF plays a pivotal role in driving innovation in additive manufacturing, composites, digital manufacturing, and industrial robotics. With generous support from the Delta Air Lines Foundation, AMPF is equipped to accommodate a wide range of manufacturing projects, fostering transformative advancements in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, and materials manufacturing. Georgia Tech researchers actively contribute to AMPF's mission through technology roadmapping, collaborative research projects, training initiatives, and engagement with industry stakeholders, positioning AMPF as a leading force in shaping the future of manufacturing.

The Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) is the state of Georgia’s technology startup incubator. Founded in 1980 by the Georgia General Assembly, which funds it each year, ATDC’s mission is to work with entrepreneurs in Georgia to help them learn, launch, scale, and succeed in the creation of viable, disruptive technology companies. Since its founding, ATDC has grown to become one of the longest running and most successful university-affiliated incubators in the United States, with its graduate startup companies raising $3 billion in investment financing and generating more than $12 billion in revenue in the state of Georgia.

This NSF Artificial Intelligence (AI) Research Institute for Advances in Optimization (AI4OPT) aims at delivering a paradigm shift in automated decision making at massive scales by fusing AI and Mathematical Optimization (MO), to deliver breakthroughs that neither field can achieve independently. The Institute is driven by societal challenges in energy, supply chains, sustainability, and chip design and manufacturing.

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is the official planning agency for the 11-county Atlanta Region, including Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, and Rockdale counties as well as the City of Atlanta and 74 other cities. The Atlanta Regional Commission’s mission is to foster thriving communities for all within the Atlanta region through collaborative, data-informed planning and investments.

The Brook Byers Institute for Sustainable Systems (BBISS) at Georgia Tech is dedicated to fostering a sustainable future in line with Georgia Tech's Sustainability Next 2023-2030 Strategic Plan. Serving as a vital interdisciplinary hub, BBISS facilitates collaborations to address the UN Sustainable Development Goals. They support teams in securing grants for impactful research and education initiatives, focusing on climate science, ecosystem health, sustainable infrastructure, and equitable development. Through driving research, cultivating leaders, and fostering partnerships, BBISS aims to advance sustainability science and practice for societal benefit.

The Operations and Supply Chain Management concentration within the BS BA program equips Business Administration students with the knowledge and skills to oversee the design, planning, and management of facilities, processes, and activities crucial to produce goods and services. This concentration complements the core business curriculum by offering specialized coursework focused on operations and supply chain management. With a dedicated focus on this area, students complete 18 credits of in-depth study, enhancing their readiness to pursue careers in industries requiring expertise in operations and supply chain management. This concentration demonstrates to employers that graduates are well-prepared to excel in roles within these sectors.

The Supply Chain Engineering Concentration within the BS IE program focuses on training students to design and optimize the intricate networks and processes involved in the movement of materials from suppliers to customers. Through specialized coursework in logistics, manufacturing, and advanced topics, students gain expertise in areas such as facility location, supply network design, transportation, planning, scheduling, and inventory control. By mastering these concepts, graduates are equipped to tackle the challenges of modern supply chain management and contribute to the efficient flow of goods and services in various industries.

The Center for Economic Development Research (CEDR) at Georgia Tech is a multidisciplinary team comprising economists, city planners, and economic development practitioners. Leveraging expertise in research and implementation, they assist economic developers, community leaders, and industries in navigating the complexities of local economic development. As part of the Enterprise Innovation Institute, Georgia Tech's foremost business outreach and economic development organization, CEDR is dedicated to empowering businesses, industries, and economic developers throughout Georgia to thrive and maintain competitiveness. Their primary mission is to provide insights and support that enable sustainable growth and success for businesses and communities across the state.

Predictive Analytics and Intelligent Systems (PAIS) operates as a leading research center dedicated to advancing methodologies and algorithms for predictive analytics and decision-making under uncertainty. With applications spanning traditional manufacturing, service, and energy sectors, as well as unique domains like space services and deep space exploration, the center's research addresses diverse industry challenges. PAIS serves as a centralized resource for various industries to address these challenges through a problem-driven approach. Key research areas encompass predictive analytics, prognostics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO), alongside service parts logistics.

The Center for the Development and Application of Internet of Things Technologies (CDAIT) functions as a global, nonprofit, partner-funded center of excellence in IoT, dedicated to promoting interdisciplinary research and education. By fostering collaboration between industry partners and Georgia Tech researchers, faculty, and students, along with other like-minded collaborators, CDAIT aims to drive creativity, productivity gains, and revenue generation. Moreover, the center is committed to addressing crucial societal issues such as inclusivity, privacy, trust, ethics, regulation, and policy within the IoT landscape. Through its efforts, CDAIT strives to advance both technological innovation and societal well-being.

The Center for Urban and Regional Air Mobility (CURAM) operates as an interdisciplinary hub, leveraging the combined strengths of faculty, students, and facilities from various schools, colleges, and research centers at Georgia Tech and the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI). With a mission to pioneer research and education in urban air mobility and regional aviation, CURAM aims to establish Atlanta and its surrounding regions as a living laboratory for these technologies. By integrating expertise across engineering disciplines, policy, economics, and business, CURAM seeks to overcome technical, regulatory, and economic barriers to enable safe, desirable, and equitable urban air mobility and low-cost regional air transportation. Through collaboration with industry partners and governmental agencies, CURAM drives research initiatives and educational programs while identifying opportunities for demonstration projects to advance the field of air mobility.

By supplementing core technical coursework with interdisciplinary studies from across Georgia Tech, students gain a holistic perspective to address the multifaceted challenges of transportation engineering. It plays a pivotal role in shaping modern society, facilitating the efficient and safe movement of people, goods, and information to sustain economic prosperity and enhance quality of life. At the heart of the program lies a comprehensive exploration of transportation systems' design, operations, and their broader impact on travel behavior, environmental quality, and community design. Through collaboration with esteemed faculty, students engage in cutting-edge research to enhance the performance and design of transportation systems while deepening our understanding of their environmental, institutional, and social implications.
 

The Contextual Computing Group (CCG) pioneers wearable and ubiquitous computing technologies, blending artificial intelligence (AI) and human-computer interaction (HCI) approaches to empower users with enhanced capabilities. With a focus on augmenting senses, facilitating learning, and offering intelligent assistance in daily life, CCG's projects span diverse domains, including wearable computers, passive haptic learning, rehabilitation technologies, and communication interfaces for animals. Collaborating with over 75 affiliated labs and research centers, CCG fosters innovation by cultivating a rich ecosystem of computing tools and methodologies. Within this dynamic environment, inventions range from musical robots to AI-driven systems, reflecting the group's commitment to driving technological advancement and nurturing future technologists.

The Enterprise Innovation Institute serves as Georgia Tech's economic development arm, encompassing over a dozen programs and standing as the largest and most comprehensive university-based program of its kind in the United States. With a core focus on entrepreneurship, business growth, ecosystem development, and international outreach, the institute plays a crucial role in fostering statewide economic development and innovation ecosystem in Georgia. Through its extensive network across the state, Enterprise Innovation Institute programs collaborate with entrepreneurs, industry, and the public sector, contributing to job creation, capital investment, and economic impact. Guided by a mission to progress through service and a vision to redefine the role of a technological research university in the 21st-century economy, the Enterprise Innovation Institute remains committed to inclusive service and collaboration to drive innovation and economic growth locally, regionally, and globally.

FREIT is an international organization dedicated to furthering research in the field of empirical international economics.

The GTMI Factory Information Systems Center is dedicated to applying cutting-edge technologies to address real-world challenges, aiding companies in enhancing productivity and reducing costs. With a focus on areas such as factory architectures, machine communication, cloud computing, and predictive maintenance, GTMI leverages its expertise to develop innovative solutions tailored to the needs of modern manufacturing. From pioneering decoupled digital architectures to advancing machine learning and artificial intelligence applications, GTMI offers comprehensive support to streamline operations and drive efficiency gains. Moreover, the center's focus extends to cybersecurity, ensuring the resilience and security of manufacturing systems in an increasingly interconnected landscape. Through its diverse range of services and expertise, GTMI empowers manufacturers to embrace emerging technologies and navigate the complexities of Industry 4.0 with confidence.

Georgia AIM works to drive AI adoption to lead the next revolution in U.S. manufacturing across all sectors, geographies, communities, and across underrepresented constituencies.

The Georgia Center of Innovation's aerospace team fosters unique interactions with 800 aerospace companies in Georgia to help them clear the path to innovation and growth. The Center of Innovation helps organizations with aerospace manufacturing, maintenance repair, overhaul, research and education. Lean on the center for help connecting with thousands of Georgians who work in the field and the universities expanding research into aerodynamics and fluid mechanics, propulsion and compulsion and structural mechanics and materials.

The Georgia Center of Innovation's logistics team serves as a crucial link between companies and the state's esteemed logistics industry, enhancing supply chain efficiencies, fostering growth, and bolstering global competitiveness. Leveraging the expertise of seasoned advisors with industry experience, the center provides guidance and access to resources for companies seeking logistical assistance or specializing in freight transportation, warehousing, distribution, and logistics technology. Additionally, the Center facilitates networking opportunities and knowledge-sharing platforms, including the annual Georgia Logistics Summit, a flagship event in the Southeast. Through speaker sessions, forums, and working groups, industry leaders converge to address pressing issues and opportunities shaping the logistics landscape, ensuring ongoing collaboration and innovation within the sector.

The Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP) is a program within Georgia Tech’s Enterprise Innovation Institute and is a member of the National MEP network supported by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). With offices in ten regions across the state, GaMEP has served Georgia manufacturers since 1960. Through coaching and training, we offer solutions-based approaches designed to increase top-line growth and reduce bottom-line cost. 

The Georgia Ports Authority is dedicated to providing customers with the most efficient, productive port facilities in the nation, and to creating jobs and business opportunities to benefit more than 9.7 million Georgians. The GPA is committed to maintaining its competitive edge through development of leading-edge technology, marketing and operations to move cargo faster. And, the Authority is working hard to identify what must be done today to sustain growth, performance and security for tomorrow.

The GT Aerospace Systems Design Laboratory stands at the forefront of systems design, architecture, and optimization, holding the distinction of being the largest lab of its kind globally. Renowned for its contributions to graduate education and research in systems engineering and vehicle design, the lab is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of highly skilled engineers for academia, industry, and government. Leveraging cutting-edge multi-disciplinary, physics-based methodologies, the lab pioneers innovative approaches to design complex systems and systems of systems. Additionally, it offers independent and credible assessment capabilities, employing integrated, quantifiable methodologies to serve both government and industry. Recent research endeavors have focused on merging ASDL's signature methods with advancements in computing to enable large-scale virtual experimentation for complex systems design, pushing the boundaries of innovation in aerospace engineering.

The Center for Health and Humanitarian Systems (CHHS) at Georgia Tech is dedicated to advancing the human condition and promoting wellness through transformative tools and collaborations that enhance decision-making and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of health and humanitarian systems. As an Interdisciplinary Research Center (IRC), CHHS works across key action areas including education, outreach, and innovative solutions. Through its education initiatives, CHHS trains future leaders in global healthcare delivery and humanitarian disaster response, offering programs such as the Professional Certificate program in Health & Humanitarian Supply Chain Management. Additionally, the center fosters global leadership and collaboration in health and humanitarian systems through outreach efforts like the annual Health & Humanitarian Logistics Conference, facilitating cross-sector partnerships to enhance the delivery of global health and humanitarian response.

The Center for Next Generation Logistics Initiative is dedicated to conducting advanced research in logistics, aiming to translate innovations into tangible economic and societal benefits. By fostering collaborations between academia, industry, and governmental agencies, the center promotes interdisciplinary research with a focus on real-world applications. Key areas of emphasis include data analytics for supply chain decision-making, automation, and future port city development. The center serves as a catalyst for innovation and commercialization, facilitating knowledge exchange, policy analysis, and strategic guidance for both public and private sector stakeholders. Additionally, it supports the educational mission of NUS and GT by providing experiential learning opportunities for students and guiding projects aimed at addressing industry challenges.

The Center for Quality Growth and Regional Development (CQGRD) is committed to advancing the theory and practice of quality growth through research, dissemination, and implementation of innovative ideas and technologies. By evaluating policies, planning practices, and technologies that promote quality growth, CQGRD advocates for responsible and efficient solutions. Collaborating with a diverse array of partners including governmental, legal, health, engineering, and nonprofit entities, CQGRD strives to create and promote a new vision for communities at various scales. With over 24 years of experience, the center's work has evolved to address global trends while continuing to serve communities in the Southeastern United States through research, education, and outreach efforts. By fostering partnerships across governmental, academic, commercial, and cultural sectors, CQGRD aims to develop and implement a balanced vision for regional growth.

The Institute for Robotics and Intelligent Machines (IRIM) at Georgia Tech spearheads groundbreaking research across multiple disciplines, enabling the development of next-generation robots from conceptualization to real-world deployment. With expertise spanning mechanics, control, perception, artificial intelligence, interaction, and systems, IRIM conducts transformative research that transcends disciplinary boundaries. Additionally, Georgia Tech offers interdisciplinary M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Robotics, providing students with a fully integrated educational experience combining coursework and research conducted across various units on campus. Supported by core research facilities, IRIM empowers faculty, students, and collaborators to push the boundaries of robotics research and innovation.

The Georgia Tech Manufacturing Institute (GTMI) stands as one of Georgia Tech's premier interdisciplinary research institutes, contributing to the university's broader research enterprise. GTMI spearheads research and development initiatives focused on designing and advancing advanced manufacturing systems, with a particular emphasis on secure digital manufacturing, additive and subtractive processes, and large-scale production enterprises. Moreover, GTMI is dedicated to the scale-up of manufacturing capabilities, transitioning from laboratory and benchtop scales to pilot plant operations. Collaborating with various entities including Georgia Tech's colleges, the Enterprise Innovation Institute (EI2), the Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP), and other interdisciplinary research institutes, GTMI employs a cross-disciplinary approach to leverage the university's strengths and resources fully.

The Georgia Tech Panama Logistics Innovation and Research Center, founded in 2010 through collaboration between the Georgia Institute of Technology and the Government of Panama, operates as a non-profit organization based in Panama City. Its primary mission is to enhance Panama's commercial and logistical capacities, aiming to establish the country as the central Logistics and Commercial Hub of the Americas. Recognizing its expertise and pivotal role, the Office of the Presidency appointed the Center as the Technical Arm of the Logistics Cabinet in 2015, further solidifying its influence and significance in the region's logistical landscape.

The Physical Internet Center at Georgia Tech is dedicated to three core objectives: providing global scientific leadership in advancing the Physical Internet concept, serving as a hub for education and innovation in this domain, and pursuing technological breakthroughs through cutting-edge research initiatives. By fostering an interactive and collaborative environment, the Center brings together diverse teams of faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate research assistants to drive innovation forward. Additionally, the Center collaborates with corporate partners to serve as "living laboratories," facilitating the testing and application of new technological advances and methods in real-world scenarios. The Physical Internet Initiative, originating from Professor Benoit Montreuil in 2006, aims to revolutionize global logistics efficiency and sustainability, garnering significant interest from scientific, industrial, and governmental communities alike.

Georgia Tech Professional Education (GTPE) offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical, hands-on training tailored to industry demands. With a century-long legacy of cultivating workplace leaders and problem solvers, GTPE provides a range of courses, certificate programs, and degrees designed to deepen knowledge and skills for immediate application in the workplace. Whether through graduate programs for working professionals or short training courses spanning over 15 subject areas in STEM, business, and leadership, GTPE ensures that learners receive top-notch education from faculty, researchers, and industry experts. By emphasizing immediate applicability and subject matter expertise, GTPE equips individuals to make a tangible impact within their respective fields, backed by Georgia Tech's renowned reputation in technology and engineering education.

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) stands as the nonprofit, applied research arm of the Georgia Institute of Technology, tracing its roots back to the Engineering Experiment Station founded in 1934. With over 2,900 employees across eight laboratories and 20 locations nationwide, GTRI is dedicated to solving complex problems for government and industry, garnering over $941 million in research awards in FY2023. Leveraging expertise in science, engineering, economics, and policy, GTRI's renowned researchers collaborate with academic and industry partners to develop practical solutions that provide a technological edge. As a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC), GTRI is committed to advancing technology and innovation to create a secure nation, a prosperous Georgia, and a sustainable world.

The Supply Chain Logistics (SCL) presence at the Georgia Tech-Savannah campus plays a crucial role in supporting workforce development initiatives, offering online training, short courses, and executive seminars tailored to industry needs. Moreover, the Savannah office serves as a platform for engaging with local businesses, facilitating discussions on challenges that can be tackled through student projects or research collaborations. By leveraging the resources of the Georgia Tech-Savannah campus, professionals in the coastal area now have access to Georgia Tech's esteemed curriculum in supply chain and logistics, enhancing their skill sets and advancing the regional industry landscape.

Georgia Tech's initiative on Smart Cities and Inclusive Innovation (SCI2) is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge strategies to foster resilient and sustainable communities through the application of technology and data solutions. With a university-wide scope, SCI2 collaborates across Georgia Tech's academic units to promote multidisciplinary research and teaching aimed at driving community impact. The initiative embraces the concept of Smart Cities and Inclusive Innovation as a continuous process of improvement and integration, emphasizing the importance of inclusive participation and data-driven decision-making in building equitable communities. By facilitating partnerships between researchers, communities, and industries, SCI2 enables the implementation of innovative research into real-world solutions, enhancing education and training for students while promoting private-public collaboration. Through a holistic ecosystem approach encompassing vision, functions, and components, SCI2 strives to empower communities with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of smart city development.

The Strategic Energy Institute functions as a pivotal system integrator, collaborating with over 1000 campus researchers spanning the entire energy value chain at Georgia Tech. Through community-building efforts, resource development, and thought leadership initiatives, the institute mobilizes the university's extensive resources to address pressing energy and environmental challenges. Leveraging Georgia Tech's position as the nation's largest technologically focused university, researchers are actively engaged in developing technologies to facilitate more equitable, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly energy generation, storage, distribution, and utilization. With a focus on creating superior-performing and economically viable energy solutions, Georgia Tech researchers are driving innovation to tackle the complexities of today's energy landscape.

The Georgia Tech Supply Chain and Logistics Institute (SCL) stands as the world's largest institute for supply chain and logistics leadership, offering extensive research, education, and outreach programs. With over thirty years of experience, SCL has established itself as a global leader in various supply chain and logistics domains. Through its mission to enable professionals, businesses, and governments to transform complex supply chains and trade corridors, SCL provides education, innovation, and solutions for both global and domestic supply chains. The institute's primary activities encompass interdisciplinary research, education, and outreach, focusing on developing new concepts, strategies, and technologies to optimize supply chain and logistics systems. With a commitment to offering a comprehensive and leading-edge professional education curriculum, SCL actively seeks external partnerships and collaborations to stimulate creative solutions and address the industry's most pressing challenges.

The Georgia Transportation Institute (GTI) was established in 1998 to coordinate and act as a focal point for transportation research in the state of Georgia. The lead institution, Georgia Institute of Technology, is affiliated with other members, including Albany State University, Clark Atlanta University, Emory University, Georgia Southern University, Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University, Mercer University, Savannah State University, the University of West Georgia, and The University of Georgia. Researchers affiliated with GTI are active in research on a broad range of topics, including policy and planning, environmental issues, transportation technology, transportation infrastructure, and traffic operations.

IPaT supports and connects faculty and students across the entire Georgia Tech campus by blurring the lines between academic disciplines and partnering to translate research results into real-world use. Georgia Tech is at the forefront of science and technology research, and home to state-of-the-art facilities and world-renowned experts who are working every day to find answers to tough problems. IPaT brings together researchers, industry, and other partners to identify technology solutions that will shape our global future. IPaT was created in 2011 to embrace these opportunities and needs, to create a networked research ecosystem of Georgia Tech faculty and industry partners, and to amplify their combined thought leadership and on-the-ground results to create a positive economic and societal impact in critical areas that define much of everyday life.

The Laboratory for Intelligent Decision and Autonomous Robots (LIDAR) at Georgia Tech is dedicated to advancing the capabilities of highly agile and human-cooperative robots navigating complex and dynamic environments. With a focus on optimization algorithms and formal methods, the LIDAR group strives to ensure robustness, safety, and real-time performance in challenging robotics tasks. Led by a team of talented graduate and undergraduate students, the group endeavors to pioneer advancements in robot autonomy, intelligent decision-making, and motion planning, with the ultimate goal of enabling collaborative humanoid and mobile robots to operate effectively in unpredictable environments alongside humans. Research applications span agile locomotion, manipulation, robot teaming, and mobile platforms designed for extreme environment maneuvering.

Georgia Tech's Master of Science in Analytics program offers a comprehensive interdisciplinary curriculum, blending expertise from the Colleges of Computing, Business, and Engineering. Students have the flexibility to tailor their program to align with their interests and career objectives while gaining practical experience through applied learning opportunities such as the Analytics Practicum and project-based courses. With dedicated career services and networking resources, including access to a vast alumni network and professional development funds, students are well-equipped to pursue successful careers in data science and analytics. The program also emphasizes the development of soft skills and fosters a collaborative environment through various events and activities organized by the MSA Fun Committee.

Georgia Tech's Online Master of Science in Analytics (OMS Analytics) stands as one of the nation's top-five data science and analytics programs, offering a comprehensive curriculum tailored to meet the demands of today's data-driven industries. Leveraging the expertise of Georgia Tech's esteemed faculty from the College of Computing, College of Engineering, and Scheller College of Business, the program provides rigorous instruction in key areas such as machine learning, statistical modeling, data visualization, and business analytics. Graduates emerge equipped with advanced skills in problem-solving and insight generation, poised to excel in a variety of roles across diverse sectors. With flexible scheduling options and three specialized tracks to choose from, the program caters to the needs of working professionals seeking to advance their careers in the rapidly evolving field of analytics.

The H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering provides an online Master of Science in Industrial Engineering program tailored to professionals seeking to delve into the intricate complexities of problem domains and advanced problem-solving techniques. Participants learn to navigate the multifaceted nature of systems and enhance their understanding of the pivotal role played by human decision-makers in driving effective analyses. With a focus on empowering decision-makers and addressing system complexities, this program equips graduates with valuable skills to thrive in industrial engineering roles.

The H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering presents the Master of Science in Operations Research program, tailored for professionals seeking expertise in advanced decision-making methods for complex problems. Participants delve into mathematical modeling techniques to enhance system performance and derive optimal solutions to intricate challenges. This online program equips graduates with the skills to tackle complex problems and drive efficiency across various domains.

The Georgia Tech Master of Science in Supply Chain Engineering (MSSCE) offers an advanced graduate degree tailored to meet the increasing demand for engineers skilled in designing and coordinating complex global supply chains. Delivered through a rigorous curriculum, the program equips students with academic proficiency in analytical methods, supply chain engineering, and enterprise management, complemented by practical skills and industry exposure. As part of the esteemed Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE), graduates earn a highly respected engineering degree, preparing them for diverse career opportunities with leading global corporations. While applicants may have diverse academic and professional backgrounds, they share a common goal of pursuing specialized education in supply chain engineering, with many transitioning directly into industry roles post-graduation or using the program as a stepping stone for further research in engineering or business Ph.D. programs.

The MBA Operations and Supply Chain Management Concentration at Georgia Tech focuses on the strategic creation, planning, and management of organizational resource capabilities. Led by internationally renowned faculty members with extensive expertise in research, consulting, and teaching, students learn to develop effective operations models. Covering areas such as supply chain management and product innovation, the program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of operations management principles and equips them with the problem-solving skills needed to enhance operational performance on a global level. Graduates emerge prepared to tackle complex operational challenges and drive sustainable growth in various industries.

The Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC) is a 165-year-old organization representing businesses, colleges and universities, and nonprofits across the 29-county region that makes up the nation’s sixth-largest market. Member companies invest in MAC’s work to attract and retain business, ensure a business-friendly climate through public policy efforts and market the region as a great place to live, work and play. It promotes metro Atlanta to the national and global business community, attracting businesses that bring more skilled and knowledge jobs to our region and supporting startups and industries that boost our area’s corporate innovation ecosystem.

The Master of City and Regional Planning's specialization in transportation planning provides students with the ability to conceive, consider, and to assess the implications of supply and demand side strategies to enhance local accessibility and regional mobility within the context of an urban system. At the heart of the student's understanding of transportation are the critical linkages with macro scale aspects of land use, urban form, and regional spatial structure and micro-scale aspects of urban design, site design, and non-motorized movement.

The Net Zero Freight Systems Program is developing the solution pathways for a resilient freight system with zero greenhouse gas emissions, lower environmental impacts, and greater societal benefit than today’s system. The initiative will: reduce freight system emissions by simultaneously addressing fuels, vehicles, and the design of effective material movement systems and combine teaching and research with industrial, government, and civil society engagement to identify and amplify priority improvement opportunities. We provide vision, pathways, options, and analysis to decision makers and the public, and we track progress over time.

Operations Management (OM) is the functional area of business primarily devoted to the creation, planning, and management of the resource capabilities used by a firm to create products or services. Learn to develop successful operations models from internationally recognized faculty with extensive research, consulting, and teaching experience. From supply chain to product innovation, you'll gain a deep understanding of operations management and the problem-solving skills to implement better operational performance on a global scale.

The Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (PIN) is dedicated to fostering innovation and prosperity for all Georgians through a unique public-private partnership model. Their mission is to promote inclusive innovation by providing equitable access and opportunities across geographic, racial, gender, and socio-economic lines. By focusing on both urban and rural areas of Georgia, PIN ensures that innovation reaches all corners of the state, including traditionally overlooked regions. Their hybrid approach combines grantmaking with hands-on program operation, facilitating long-term commitments and sustainable impact across diverse communities.

The Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering program offers comprehensive training in core industrial engineering and operations research principles, applied to various critical systems like supply chains, healthcare, manufacturing, IT, and energy. It features a general track and four specialized tracks: Supply Chain Engineering, Statistics, Economic Decision Analysis, and Systems Informatics and Control, along with a General Industrial Engineering option. Designed for students displaying exceptional research aptitude, the program focuses on addressing pressing issues within key systems, preparing candidates to conduct in-depth investigations and produce original dissertations showcasing their contributions to their chosen field. Through rigorous coursework and research, graduates emerge as experts equipped to tackle complex challenges in industrial engineering and related fields.

The doctoral program in Operations Management at the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business offers a specialized pathway for aspiring academics to excel in their careers. Renowned for its top-tier faculty and prolific research output, the program boasts a strong track record of placing Ph.D. graduates in esteemed academic positions. Faculty members lead pioneering research in diverse areas such as supply chain performance, innovation management, sustainable operations, healthcare, and cultural operations, contributing to both academic scholarship and industry practice. With a curriculum designed to provide comprehensive training in operations research methods and interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities across Georgia Tech, students benefit from a supportive environment that fosters academic growth and professional development. The program's close-knit community and vibrant social scene further enrich the student experience, complemented by Atlanta's advantageous cost of living compared to other major cities.

Georgia Tech's Professional Master's in Applied Systems Engineering (Hybrid) program offers a transformative opportunity for career advancement. Renowned for its quality and flexibility, the program allows professionals to learn from top engineers and researchers while collaborating with peers in a hybrid learning environment. Over the two-year duration, students acquire essential skills to excel in their careers, including comprehensive understanding of project and product lifecycles, hands-on learning experiences, and the ability to leverage collective knowledge from diverse peers. By embracing experiential learning and collaboration, graduates are empowered to drive innovation and success across various industries.

The Professional Master's in Manufacturing Leadership (PMML) program at Georgia Tech offers professionals the opportunity to advance their careers in manufacturing. Through a hybrid format, students engage with world-class instructors and industry experts while continuing to work full-time. Over the two-year program, students develop strategic implementation plans for technology adoption and assess manufacturing innovations. Graduates emerge equipped to lead manufacturing businesses through economic and technological change, leveraging their education from the nation's top-ranked university for industrial, manufacturing, and applied systems engineering.

The Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business is dedicated to shaping the future of business leadership through education, industry collaboration, and impactful research aimed at advancing sustainable practices. Their mission is to equip future leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to foster sustainable businesses and communities. By leveraging various technologies, products, and management practices, they strive to promote economic growth while enhancing human welfare and addressing pressing environmental and social challenges. The center aims to facilitate the widespread integration of sustainability principles across enterprises to drive business value and tackle key societal issues.

Georgia Tech’s Renewable Bioproducts Institute (RBI) champions innovation in converting biomass into value-added products, developing advanced chemical and bio-based refining technologies, and advancing excellence in manufacturing processes. Our three strategic thrusts are circular materials; bioindustrial manufacturing; and paper, packaging, and tissue. The Renewable Bioproducts Institute was formerly named the Institute of Paper Science and Technology.

RoboGeorgia is a coalition of industry leaders, academic institutions, and community organizers with the mission to establish Georgia as a global hub for robotics and automation innovation. The organization aims to foster collaboration, drive technological advancements, and support educational initiatives to position Georgia at the forefront of the robotics.

The Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHES) team at Georgia Tech provides no-cost and confidential occupational safety and health consultation services to small and medium-sized businesses in Georgia. The consultative services are confidential and will identify workplace hazards, provide guidance to comply with OSHA standards, and establish new and improve existing safety and health programs within your company.

On November 15, 2019, IMT Mines Albi and the Georgia Institute of Technology jointly inaugurated the "Sentient Immersive Response Networks Lab (SIReN Lab)," marking the launch of their Associate International Laboratory. This collaborative structure facilitates research and training initiatives undertaken by both institutions in various fields. With a focus on extending scientific and technical expertise, the lab aims to advance research and innovation at regional, national, and international levels. The lab's areas of specialization include materials and processes for aeronautics and space, renewable energies, organizational dynamics, and more, reflecting its commitment to addressing diverse global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration.

On November 15, 2019, IMT Mines Albi and the Georgia Institute of Technology jointly inaugurated the "Sentient Immersive Response Networks Lab (SIReN Lab)," marking the launch of their Associate International Laboratory. This collaborative structure facilitates research and training initiatives undertaken by both institutions in various fields. With a focus on extending scientific and technical expertise, the lab aims to advance research and innovation at regional, national, and international levels. The lab's areas of specialization include materials and processes for aeronautics and space, renewable energies, organizational dynamics, and more, reflecting its commitment to addressing diverse global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration.

The Smart Sea Level Sensors Project aims to install a network of 50-100 internet-enabled water level sensors across flood-vulnerable Chatham County, via a working partnership between officials from the Chatham Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) and the City of Savannah, together with a diverse team of scientists and engineers from Georgia Tech.

The Socially Aware Mobility Project, supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation, aims to revolutionize transit in the metro Atlanta area. By developing an On-Demand Multimodal Transit System (ODMTS) model using optimization and machine learning, the project seeks to enhance accessibility, reduce congestion, and improve mobility for all users. With Atlanta facing significant population growth and traffic congestion challenges, the project's impact on transit accessibility and efficiency is crucial for sustaining the city's economic growth and vibrancy. By involving an external advisory board comprised of key stakeholders from transportation-related organizations, the project ensures practical and feasible outcomes that can be implemented effectively. Additionally, the project's focus on creating a user-friendly database will not only support further research and innovation but also empower citizens to engage with transportation data for informed decision-making.

The Space Systems Optimization Group, led by Prof. Koki Ho at Georgia Tech, delves into the realms of space systems and space logistics, pioneering innovative approaches to complex design and mission analysis challenges. Leveraging cutting-edge mathematical methods grounded in optimization and probabilistic modeling, the group aims to revolutionize traditional space systems research. By introducing system-level modeling and optimization, their research endeavors seek to streamline space mission design processes, reducing costs, time, and resources. Their exploration spans diverse applications, including human space exploration campaigns, on-orbit servicing, assembly, manufacturing, and mega-scale satellite constellations.

The Sustainable Design and Manufacturing (SDM) lab in the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology focuses on the sustainable design of engineered systems.

The Logistics Institute - Asia Pacific, a collaboration between the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), offers cutting-edge research and education programs in global logistics. With a focus on global logistics, information technology, industrial engineering, and supply chain management, the institute provides joint expertise to address the evolving needs of industries worldwide. Supported by key agencies like the Economic Development Board and A*STAR, it plays a pivotal role in aiding manufacturing industries and logistics service providers in achieving growth potential through training programs and innovative logistics solutions. The institute's mission is to be the premier institution in Asia Pacific nurturing logistics excellence in research and education, offering comprehensive programs such as the Master of Science in Supply Chain Management and conducting impactful research in supply chain intelligence, optimization, and technology.

The transition into a new career is one of the most challenging and stressful times in the professional lives of service members and veterans. Transitions are a period of acute vulnerability, because new employees lack established working relationships and a detailed understanding of how their role aligns with the new organization’s culture. The Georgia Tech Veterans Education Training and Transition (VET2) - Workforce Integration course provides a blueprint for dramatically condensing the time it takes a veteran to successfully integrate into the civilian workplace, regardless of their military rank, time in service or occupational skillset.