Alvernia University · 3 months ago
Director, Online MBA Program
Alvernia University’s ACBSP-accredited Header School of Business is seeking a Director for the Online MBA Program and Department Chair. The role involves teaching management courses, mentoring students, and overseeing the growth and quality of the online MBA program while ensuring academic excellence within the department.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and graduate management courses across multiple formats, including traditional day, graduate, adult accelerated, corporate, and online/blended delivery
Mentor and advise students
Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and accreditation activities
Support high-impact practices such as service learning, experiential learning, action research, and innovative pedagogy
Develop and implement strategies for the growth and enhancement of the online MBA program
Collaborate with faculty, alumni, business leaders, and university stakeholders to ensure program quality and effectiveness
Mentor and advise MBA students
Lead curriculum development, program assessment, and accreditation efforts
Oversee all aspects of the program, including budget management, student recruitment and retention, and faculty hiring and support
Actively participate in departmental, college, and university service aligned with Alvernia’s mission
Support, grow, and develop faculty within the Header School of Business
Ensure and maintain academic and operational excellence, including oversight of ACBSP accreditation
Foster a welcoming, thriving, and vibrant academic community
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in a Business related field from an accredited institution
Demonstrated excellence in teaching, with the ability to incorporate diverse pedagogical approaches across varied learning environments
Defined research agenda and evidence of scholarly activity
Commitment to service within the university and professional community
Preferred
Prior teaching experience in an MBA program
Company
Alvernia University
Alvernia University is a school in Reading.
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