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Dean of Business Administration
About the Company
Top public research university
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1844
Employees 1001-5000
Categories
Colleges & Universities Education University of Mississippi sports Universities
Specialties
education research leadership business pharmacy medicine and law
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Dean for its School of Business Administration. The Dean will be the chief academic and administrative officer, with a primary focus on providing leadership in areas such as fundraising, strategic planning, academic advancement, faculty and staff recruitment and development, and maintaining AACSB accreditation. The successful candidate will be responsible for visioning and leading the school, ensuring excellence in teaching, research, and service, and fostering a diverse, research-forward culture. Key responsibilities also include overseeing large budgets, strategic planning, and personnel management, as well as engaging with the business community and alumni to create opportunities for the school.
Applicants for the Dean position at the company's School of Business Administration should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline and have a strong academic background that qualifies them for a tenured professorship. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record as a visionary academic leader, experience in successful fundraising, and a commitment to a culture of innovation and excellence. Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to connect with various stakeholders are essential. The Dean will be expected to be an effective and approachable leader, with a focus on student, faculty, and staff engagement and support. Experience with AACSB peer review and a successful extension of AACSB accreditation is also a preferred qualification.
Hiring Manager Title Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Education/Academic Administration
About the Company
Top public research university
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1844
Employees 1001-5000
Categories
Colleges & Universities Education University of Mississippi sports Universities
Specialties
education research leadership business pharmacy medicine and law
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Dean for its School of Business Administration. The Dean will be the chief academic and administrative officer, with a primary focus on providing leadership in areas such as fundraising, strategic planning, academic advancement, faculty and staff recruitment and development, and maintaining AACSB accreditation. The successful candidate will be responsible for visioning and leading the school, ensuring excellence in teaching, research, and service, and fostering a diverse, research-forward culture. Key responsibilities also include overseeing large budgets, strategic planning, and personnel management, as well as engaging with the business community and alumni to create opportunities for the school.
Applicants for the Dean position at the company's School of Business Administration should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline and have a strong academic background that qualifies them for a tenured professorship. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record as a visionary academic leader, experience in successful fundraising, and a commitment to a culture of innovation and excellence. Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to connect with various stakeholders are essential. The Dean will be expected to be an effective and approachable leader, with a focus on student, faculty, and staff engagement and support. Experience with AACSB peer review and a successful extension of AACSB accreditation is also a preferred qualification.
Hiring Manager Title Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Education/Academic Administration