Harvard FAD || Inside FAD

Financial Administration Vision, Mission, Values Statement

Vision
We aspire to provide the Harvard community with outstanding financial services to enable the dissemination of knowledge and the advancement of intellectual discovery. We commit to steward the University’s assets efficiently, such that resources are assured for current and future generations of faculty and students.

Mission
To consistently deliver high-quality, innovative service and leadership in financial planning, analysis, operations and compliance, in support of Harvard’s teaching and research objectives.

Values
In addition to the shared University values of respect, integrity, accountability and pursuit of excellence, FAD core values further define our culture – who we are and how we do business. These are the principles that guide our actions.

Leadership  We encourage staff at every level of the organization to exercise leadership: to confront issues honestly, take responsibility for solutions and mobilize others when appropriate.

Inclusion  We recognize the rights, diversity and dignity of all; we proactively share information and seek to engage a broad array of constituents.

Opportunity  We create and support an environment where our employees can develop professionally and personally and are recognized for their ideas, contributions and achievements.

Collaboration  We work together across FAD and the University community to advance our common goals.