Assistant Director, Wharton's Graduate Communications Program

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Assistant Director, Wharton's Graduate Communications Program

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Associate Director D, Student Services, Graduate Programs

Job Description Summary

Wharton School Overview
Founded in 1881 as the world’s first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in both Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students. Each year 13,000 professionals from around the world advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education’s individual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 104,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. Wharton is home to a diverse population of staff, representing a rich array of backgrounds, expertise, and cultures. To learn more, visit www.wharton.upenn.edu.

The primary goal of Wharton’s Graduate Communication Program is to prepare students for the communication challenges of the workplace – emphasizing persuasive speaking and writing. The Program is responsible for teaching MBA and Executive MBA students and coaching PhD students on their research papers and academic job talks. The Assistant Director will report to the Director of the program.

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide curricular support for WHCP core communication courses required for Wharton MBA and Executive MBA students. This includes updating instructional materials, managing Canvas sites, and managing classroom partners (e.g., media trainers, guest speakers, etc.) for approximately 40-50 sections each semester.
• Assist course heads in scheduling, training, and supporting approximately 40 P/T instructors and 50 Teaching Assistants to ensure consistent curriculum implementation across all course sections. This includes occasionally substituting when the primary instructor is unable to attend a class session.
• Assist with recruiting and hiring part-time lecturers, including auditions, observations, and training. Work closely with the Director and Operations Manager on the appointment process.
• Support WHCP initiatives and other programs throughout the School in which WHCP is involved. This may involve assisting with workshops, serving on committees, and/or collaborating with other departments.
• Provide occasional evening and weekend support for WHCP courses and events.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree and 2 to 5 years of experien