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My journey in system dynamics and reflections on how to make a difference

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  • Ali N. Mashayekhi

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This paper describes my journey starting from when I entered the field of system dynamics at MIT, to being honored by receiving the lifetime achievement award from the System Dynamics Society. After I obtained my PhD with supervision from Professor Forrester, I made an important decision to move back to Iran while the country was in the midst of a revolution. I began my career in Iran as a teacher, as a consultant, and as an institutional builder in a very harsh and turbulent environment. This paper explains how I built credibility that allowed me to found influential institutions and graduate programs and attracted talented students to the field, some of whom are now prominent members of the System Dynamics Society. In concluding the paper, I also describe my areas of research and attempt some general observations for system dynamics. Copyright © 2018 System Dynamics Society

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  • Ali N. Mashayekhi, 2017. "My journey in system dynamics and reflections on how to make a difference," System Dynamics Review, System Dynamics Society, vol. 33(2), pages 172-180, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:sysdyn:v:33:y:2017:i:2:p:172-180
    DOI: 10.1002/sdr.1584
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