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Vision

APPEL seeks to set the standard for training and development for engineering and project management, thus providing NASA with a workforce that is first among equals and capable of achieving the highest possible level of mission success.

Mission Statement

The Academy of Program / Project and Engineering Leadership (APPEL) serves NASA by enabling individual and team excellence in program/project management and engineering through the application of learning strategies, methods, models, and tools.

To this end APPEL will...

Promote communication and transfer of wisdom through knowledge sharing events and publications

Create opportunities for project management collaboration through research and exchange with universities, government agencies, professional associations and industry partners

Serve as a clearinghouse of world-class expertise for project teams through performance enhancement services and tools

Develop project leadership maturity through career development processes and programs