Assistant/Associate Adjunct Faculty in Finance, FIN 670.01(Formerly 611): Ethics, Professional Standards and Compliance - Spring Semester 2025, Part B

Description

Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 4,000 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College.

As a comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary’s offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education. Saint Mary’s reputation for excellence, innovation, and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning, and student interaction bring these traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to the educational benefits of diversity.

Qualifications

FIN 670.01(Formerly 611): Ethics, Professional Standards, and Compliance 

Spring Semester Part B 2025

NOTE: 1 CU Course

In-Person Saturdays 4/11, 4/18, 8:30pm - 12:30pm
Online on Tuesdays 4/7 - 4/14 from 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: Moraga, CA

This course provides a basic introduction to business ethics, specifically examining the ethical and professional responsibilities required by the CFA Institute as presented in its Code of Ethics (the “Code”), Standards of Professional Conduct (the “Standards”), and related best practices guidelines. The Code and the Standards represent the most widely– accepted international attempt to create a unified set of standards for conduct in the finance industry. A thorough knowledge of the Code and the Standards is helpful for any finance professional to navigate the particularities of ethics in the finance industry and to evaluate and implement his or her own firm’s code of ethics. The course curriculum is designed around the CFA Program and the Learning Outcome Statements indicated in the CFA Institute Candidate Body of Knowledge which are covered in all three levels of CFA exams. A solid understanding of the Code and Standards is critical to successful completion of the CFA Program and responsible financial management.

Qualifications:

Candidates must have a Master's or Ph.D. preferred in a relevant area of finance discipline.

Candidates should have a successful record of teaching experience at the graduate level and experience/familiarity with online/hybrid instruction in order to prepare for contingencies. This position requires all course related work to be performed in the state of California. 

The estimated hiring salary range for this position is $2,160 -$3,436 dependent on qualifications and hiring step. The salary range for this position is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the College and SEIU, Local 1021, available here.

Application Instructions

Please apply online by clicking the APPLY NOW button.

• Include a cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications and are prepared to support the mission of the College

·         A resume

·         The name and contact information for three (3) professional references. 

·         In applying for a position, candidates sign a consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor vehicle check, and a third party background check.

Applicants to all available course sections who are members of the Saint Mary’s College bargaining unit or agency fee payers covered by the agreement with SEIU 1021, who have previously taught the course or who have been determined qualified through the process outlined in Article 10, have only the following application requirements:
- Indicate interest via application to the posting
- Complete the SMC Per Course Adjunct Faculty Questionnaire to identify as a Saint Mary’s College bargaining unit faculty member or agency fee payers covered by the agreement with SEIU 1021

Candidates must perform all course-related work within the state of California

The salary range for this position is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the College and SEIU, Local 1021, available