Nexford University
Business Program Director- USA Remote
Nexford University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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The Program Director provides strategic and operational leadership for online academic programs, ensuring they are high-quality, industry-relevant, and aligned with institutional goals. This role is responsible for managing faculty, improving learner outcomes, and assisting with curriculum revisions - for competency based programs running 100% online.
The Program Director needs to have deep subject matter expertise in any of these disciplines: business, leadership digital transformation, marketing, finance, and artificial intelligence.
The Program Director collaborates with academic leadership, industry partners, and internal stakeholders to drive enrollment, innovation, and continuous improvement. With a strong foundation in online education and professional experience, the Program Director ensures that programs prepare graduates for success in today’s dynamic, competitive business environment.
Represent and champion academic programs both within the university community and to external stakeholders. Review, and oversee curriculum as lead subject matter expert to ensure it remains current, rigorous, and responsive to industry and academic standards in collaboration with the Product Development team. Assess learner performance and achievement of learning outcomes to improve learner success, retention, and program goals. Hire and provide mentorship, support, and academic leadership to faculty and evaluators. Serve on university committees, accreditation task forces, and working groups to support academic governance and quality assurance. Pilot and implement new academic initiatives to enhance faculty interaction with learners including integrating the use of AI across faculty operations Deliver engaging lectures, seminars, and academic presentations aligned with program and institutional goals based on scheduling needs.
Qualifications
Education:
A doctorate in a discipline aligned with the university’s academic offerings, such as Information Technology, Business, or a business-related field, is required. Academic background should align with business disciplines such as management, finance, marketing, operations, and entrepreneurship; or should align with information technology such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, digital transformation, computer science, or related IT disciplines.
Experience
Minimum 5+ years of industry experience in the business or IT industry. Experience directing graduate or executive-level online academic programs. Experience in hiring, training, and managing remote teams. Proficient with LMS platforms (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard), CRM systems, and data analytics tools.)
Knowledge & Skills
Deep understanding of online education, including evolving market needs, digital transformation, and leadership development. Experience leveraging AI-driven tools and analytics to enhance program delivery, personalize learner engagement, or support data-informed decision-making in business education. Skilled in stakeholder engagement—including faculty, students, alumni, and industry partners. Expertise in curriculum development and outcomes assessment.
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Business Program Director- USA Remote
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Nexford University 1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Business Program Director- USA Remote
role at
Nexford University Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. At Nexford we're building a new kind of university: one that’s affordable, flexible, relevant and 100% online. One that prepares learners for the careers of tomorrow, without the burden of student debt.
The Program Director provides strategic and operational leadership for online academic programs, ensuring they are high-quality, industry-relevant, and aligned with institutional goals. This role is responsible for managing faculty, improving learner outcomes, and assisting with curriculum revisions - for competency based programs running 100% online.
The Program Director needs to have deep subject matter expertise in any of these disciplines: business, leadership digital transformation, marketing, finance, and artificial intelligence.
The Program Director collaborates with academic leadership, industry partners, and internal stakeholders to drive enrollment, innovation, and continuous improvement. With a strong foundation in online education and professional experience, the Program Director ensures that programs prepare graduates for success in today’s dynamic, competitive business environment.
Represent and champion academic programs both within the university community and to external stakeholders. Review, and oversee curriculum as lead subject matter expert to ensure it remains current, rigorous, and responsive to industry and academic standards in collaboration with the Product Development team. Assess learner performance and achievement of learning outcomes to improve learner success, retention, and program goals. Hire and provide mentorship, support, and academic leadership to faculty and evaluators. Serve on university committees, accreditation task forces, and working groups to support academic governance and quality assurance. Pilot and implement new academic initiatives to enhance faculty interaction with learners including integrating the use of AI across faculty operations Deliver engaging lectures, seminars, and academic presentations aligned with program and institutional goals based on scheduling needs.
Qualifications
Education:
A doctorate in a discipline aligned with the university’s academic offerings, such as Information Technology, Business, or a business-related field, is required. Academic background should align with business disciplines such as management, finance, marketing, operations, and entrepreneurship; or should align with information technology such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, digital transformation, computer science, or related IT disciplines.
Experience
Minimum 5+ years of industry experience in the business or IT industry. Experience directing graduate or executive-level online academic programs. Experience in hiring, training, and managing remote teams. Proficient with LMS platforms (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard), CRM systems, and data analytics tools.)
Knowledge & Skills
Deep understanding of online education, including evolving market needs, digital transformation, and leadership development. Experience leveraging AI-driven tools and analytics to enhance program delivery, personalize learner engagement, or support data-informed decision-making in business education. Skilled in stakeholder engagement—including faculty, students, alumni, and industry partners. Expertise in curriculum development and outcomes assessment.
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Employment type Full-time Job function
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