The educational objectives of the degree program curricula are to develop industrial engineers who:
Think critically, creatively and rigorously and employ engineering methods to identify and solve important problems in the industry, business, government and academe
Communicate effectively and function cooperatively in professional contexts
Approach professional practice responsibly and ethically and with an awareness of the business, environmental, safety, cultural, societal and global concerns
Demonstrate professional leadership
Employ their engineering education as a foundation for advanced study, lifelong learning and career development in engineering, management, and other professional fields