DBA Program Director

New England College • $90K — $120K *

Henniker, NH 03242In-Person

Education, Government & Non-Profit

5 - 7 years of experience

4 weeks ago

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Qualifications

Terminal degree in a management field and a related master's degree
Demonstrated higher education leadership experience, e.g., as Department Chair or Program Director
Proven experience in supporting doctoral program operations and course development
At least 5 years of teaching graduate and doctoral-level courses in various modalities
Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Dean on strategic initiatives and resource allocation
Supervise program activities and foster communication among all stakeholders
Manage operations of the Executive DBA program across different formats
Mentor Executive DBA faculty to ensure quality and innovation
Develop and update courses with a focus on executive doctoral residency
Guide students on academics, training, and career growth
Oversee consulting and research projects for practical training
Support accreditation efforts and utilize data for continuous improvement
Enhance student initiatives for recruitment and retention
Establish partnerships with industry and alumni for career opportunities

Benefits

Hybrid work model combining on-campus and remote responsibilities
Opportunity to lead and shape a key executive program
Engagement with industry partners to enhance educational opportunities
Role includes mentorship and leadership within the academic community
Focus on curriculum development and innovation in doctoral education

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Position Information

Job Title
DBA Program Director

Position Purpose

The DBA Program Director is an on-campus leadership position responsible for the program's growth and management. This 12-month hybrid role combines academic and operational duties for the Executive DBA program, with an emphasis on curriculum development, accreditation, and student achievement. The role includes promoting faculty development, mentoring students, and forming industry partnerships. The position reports directly to the Dean of the Management Division.

Essential Duties Summary

Collaborate with the Dean of Management on strategic initiatives, resource allocation, and the development and growth of the Executive DBA program.
Supervise program activities, promote communication among leadership, faculty, and students, and resolve operational issues.
Manage operations of the Executive DBA program, including scheduling, faculty administration, and student experience across various delivery formats.
Mentor and support Executive DBA faculty, ensuring academic quality, innovation, and consistency across program courses.
Develop and update courses, including targeted delivery of executive doctoral residency content and experiences.
Guide students on academics, practical training, and career growth.
Oversee consulting and research projects as part of practical training.
Support accreditation and program assessment efforts by utilizing data to promote ongoing improvement.
Encourage student-centered initiatives to enhance advising, recruitment, retention, and success.
Establish and nurture partnerships with industry and alumni to improve career and educational opportunities.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Terminal degree in a management field along with a related master's degree.

Experience:

Demonstrated higher education leadership in roles such as Department Chair or Program Director.
Proven experience supporting doctoral program operations, especially in DBA course development, research committee service, and advising doctoral research projects.
At least 5 years of successful experience teaching graduate and doctoral-level courses across hybrid, online, and in-person modalities.

Skills:

Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
Ability to collaborate across disciplines with faculty, staff, and students.
Ability to solve problems and execute plans quickly.

Preferred Qualifications

Ongoing research and professional development interests.
Established industry and employer networks.
Grant writing skills and administration.
Relevant industry experience and certifications.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S00642P

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