Strategic Plan - Mission, Vision, and Core Values Statements

Introduction

The Mission, Vision, and Core Values statements are essential components of the Atlanta Metropolitan State College's (AMSC's) Strategic Plan. These entities when aligned result in consistent and cohesive engagement amongst all stakeholders, as they work towards achieving the institution's goals and overall objectives. Consistency amongst these statements and values informs the public, with a unified voice, of the priorities of the institution and how it will operationalize the planning, execution and assessment of activities to achieve its overall mission. The following goal and subsequent activities provide proposed revisions for the 2019-2024 AMSC Mission, Vision, and Core Values Statements.

Goal

Ensure alignment between the AMSC Strategic Plan, Mission, Vision, and Core Values Statements, and the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia Strategic Plan

Action Steps:

  • Identify themes in AMSC and USG Mission, Vision and Core Values statements and compare the themes to AMSC Strategic Plan themes for similarities and differences
  • Where inconsistencies exist between the AMSC and University System of Georgia (USG) Mission and Vision Statements and Core Values and Strategic Plan, realign the AMSC Mission, Vision, and Core Values statements to be consistent with, and supportive of, the USG statements.

Proposed Revisions

Mission Statement (2019-2024)
Atlanta Metropolitan State College, an access institution of the University System of Georgia, educates students from diverse backgrounds by providing affordable, career-focused bachelor's and associate degree programs. The College offers student-centered instruction, civic/community engagement, and quality services that lead to the success of its inter-generational 21st century graduates.

Mission Statement (2025-2030)
Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC), a college within the University System of Georgia, is committed to providing educational access to a diverse student population and stimulating a positive growth environment for its faculty and staff. The College offers cost-effective and career-focused degree programs, student-focused teaching, quality support services, and community engagement that leads to the success of its inter-generational graduates.

Vision Statement (2019-2024)
To build a strong community focused on providing high-quality educational opportunities and positive experiences for everyone who comes to us while being fully engaged in the communities that we serve.

Vision Statement (2025-2030)
We will be a dynamic campus, bolstering enrollment, expanding educational opportunities, amplifying positive experiences, and intensifying community engagement.

"An institution in Atlanta, for Atlanta"

Core Values (2019-2024)

  • Excellence - AMSC pursues excellence, high standards, and institutional efficiency in education, student services, and college operations.
  • Integrity - AMSC maintains strong moral principles and respect by cultivating quality standards in learning, leadership, innovation, and service. We are fair and honest in our dealings with students and colleagues, as well as customers and stakeholders.
  • Leadership - AMSC develops and empowers leaders among students, faculty, and staff through a personable, hands-on approach that promotes innovation, and effectively addresses challenging issues. We create, encourage, and foster active involvement in the implementation of the institution's vision and mission statements.
  • Diversity - AMSC embodies a culture of inclusion and affirms the inherent worth, dignity, and rights of every person. We understand each person is unique, and we work diligently to recognize their intrinsic gifts and talents.
  • Public Service - AMSC engages and enriches the quality of life in communities by willingly investing our time and effort into causes that affect our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and external stakeholders. We consistently promote the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to uplift the most vulnerable among us.

Core Values (2025-2030)

  • Excellence - AMSC pursues excellence, high standards, and institutional efficiency in education, student services, and college operations.
  • Integrity - AMSC maintains strong moral principles and respect by cultivating quality standards in learning, leadership, innovation, and service. We are fair and honest in our dealings with students and colleagues, as well as customers and stakeholders.
  • Leadership - AMSC develops and empowers leaders among students, faculty, and staff through a personable, hands-on approach that promotes innovation and effectively addresses challenging issues. We create, encourage, and foster active involvement in the implementation of the institution's vision and mission statements.
  • Belonging - AMSC embodies a culture of inclusion and affirms that we are all connected, supported, and respected. We understand each person is unique, and we work diligently to recognize intrinsic gifts and talents.
  • Public Service - AMSC engages and enriches the quality of life in communities by willingly investing our time and effort into causes that affect our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and external stakeholders. We consistently promote the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to uplift the most vulnerable among us.