University of Wisconsin Colleges
Management and Leadership Programs: Entrepreneurship Program Manager
University of Wisconsin Colleges, Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States, 54701
**POSITION****:** There is a position available for the Entrepreneurship Program Manager in the Department of Management and Leadership Programs in the College of Business.
The department seeks a dynamic candidate with expertise in entrepreneurship who is committed to teaching excellence, developing connections across the community, and growing the entrepreneurship program.
This appointment carries an initial one-year fiscal year (year-round) appointment and is expected to continue beginning February 1, 2026.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS****:** Masters in Entrepreneurship, MBA, or related field from a regionally accredited higher education institution is required.
Five years of experience in Entrepreneurship, small business consulting, executive leadership, or related field is required.
Desired area of specialty is in entrepreneurship (with interests in teaching creativity and innovation, idea generation, entrepreneurship, growth plan development, or similar courses).**PREFERRED** **QUALIFICATIONS****:** Entrepreneurship experience, evidence of successful university teaching, strong ability for networking and outreach, as well as demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness are all considered an asset.**DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES****:** We are looking for an individual who has a desire to be involved a growing Entrepreneurship program.
Responsibilities would include networking and outreach with the business community, involvement with Startup 48, WiSys VentureHome-Eau Claire and other community entrepreneurship ventures.
Additional responsibilities include teaching entrepreneurship topics such as creativity, customer development, business model design, growth planning, and other courses as needed.an institution of approximately 9,750 students, 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation.At the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, we foster in one another creativity, critical insight, empathy, and intellectual courage, the hallmarks of a transformative liberal education and the foundation for active citizenship and lifelong inquiry. Our commitment to academic excellence is matched by a supportive environment that encourages both personal growth and professional development. As the fastest growing small city in Wisconsin, Eau Claire's authentic can-do spirit has made it a destination for young professionals and families looking for something different. Join us on Wisconsin’s Most Beautiful Campus and become part of a legacy of Excellence, where each day presents new opportunities to make a meaningful impact. UW-Eau Claire, located on the banks of the Chippewa River, has been an innovative leader among public institutions of higher education for more than a century. UWEC has produced generations of leaders from K-12 educators and global industry executives to healthcare professionals, research scientists, acclaimed actors, authors and more. Blugolds develop critical-thinking skills, engage in transformative career-focused experiences, and leave the university prepared to join the workforce and make a big impact in their communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The department seeks a dynamic candidate with expertise in entrepreneurship who is committed to teaching excellence, developing connections across the community, and growing the entrepreneurship program.
This appointment carries an initial one-year fiscal year (year-round) appointment and is expected to continue beginning February 1, 2026.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS****:** Masters in Entrepreneurship, MBA, or related field from a regionally accredited higher education institution is required.
Five years of experience in Entrepreneurship, small business consulting, executive leadership, or related field is required.
Desired area of specialty is in entrepreneurship (with interests in teaching creativity and innovation, idea generation, entrepreneurship, growth plan development, or similar courses).**PREFERRED** **QUALIFICATIONS****:** Entrepreneurship experience, evidence of successful university teaching, strong ability for networking and outreach, as well as demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness are all considered an asset.**DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES****:** We are looking for an individual who has a desire to be involved a growing Entrepreneurship program.
Responsibilities would include networking and outreach with the business community, involvement with Startup 48, WiSys VentureHome-Eau Claire and other community entrepreneurship ventures.
Additional responsibilities include teaching entrepreneurship topics such as creativity, customer development, business model design, growth planning, and other courses as needed.an institution of approximately 9,750 students, 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation.At the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, we foster in one another creativity, critical insight, empathy, and intellectual courage, the hallmarks of a transformative liberal education and the foundation for active citizenship and lifelong inquiry. Our commitment to academic excellence is matched by a supportive environment that encourages both personal growth and professional development. As the fastest growing small city in Wisconsin, Eau Claire's authentic can-do spirit has made it a destination for young professionals and families looking for something different. Join us on Wisconsin’s Most Beautiful Campus and become part of a legacy of Excellence, where each day presents new opportunities to make a meaningful impact. UW-Eau Claire, located on the banks of the Chippewa River, has been an innovative leader among public institutions of higher education for more than a century. UWEC has produced generations of leaders from K-12 educators and global industry executives to healthcare professionals, research scientists, acclaimed actors, authors and more. Blugolds develop critical-thinking skills, engage in transformative career-focused experiences, and leave the university prepared to join the workforce and make a big impact in their communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr