Dr. Dimitri Mavris Discusses Systems Engineering and Lifelong Learning

Oct 29, 2025

Dr. Dimitri Mavris, Executive Director of Georgia Tech’s Professional Master’s in Applied Systems Engineering (PMASE) program, reflects on the evolution of systems engineering as a discipline.

In the latest episode of the Georgia Tech Research Podcast, host Stephanie Richter speaks with Dr. Dimitri Mavris, Distinguished Regents Professor and Executive Director of Georgia Tech’s Professional Master’s in Applied Systems Engineering (PMASE) program.

Now in his 46th year at Georgia Tech, Mavris reflects on his journey from student to professor and on the evolution of systems engineering as a discipline. “It wasn’t the plan—it became the plan,” he said.

Mavris described PMASE as a program designed for working professionals navigating the increasing complexity of technology. He emphasized that staying relevant requires constant education.

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