Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Olin Business School, a premier educator of business professionals worldwide, seeks an entrepreneurial leader for the career-defining role of Senior Associate Dean and Knight Distinguished Director of Executive Education. Reporting to the Dean of Olin Business School and serving as a member of the senior leadership team, the Senior Associate Dean will lead the transformation of the executive education function to grow enrollment and revenue in the St. Louis region, Washington D.C., and beyond. Olin is poised to innovate and diversify its portfolio of non-degree offerings and expand the executive education team to meet the needs of corporate, government, and nonprofit clients.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Develops and executes a strategic plan for executive education aligned with the institution's mission and goals of growth and input.
• Identifies emerging trends and opportunities in executive education to keep the portfolio of non-degree offerings innovative and competitive.

Program Development and Management

• Oversees the design, development, and management of a portfolio of high-quality non-degree executive education programs, including open-enrollment, custom, and online offerings.
• Ensures the portfolio meets the needs of executives and organizations, providing measurable ROI.
• Collaborates with faculty and subject matter experts to create relevant and impactful content.

Business Development and Stakeholder Engagement

• Builds and maintains relationships with corporate clients, alumni, and industry partners to drive program growth and revenue.
• Develops marketing and sales strategies to attract participants and organizations.
• Identifies and pursues new business opportunities and partnerships.
• Acts as the primary liaison between the executive education department and internal/external stakeholders.

Operational Excellence

• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the executive education department, including budget management, resource allocation, staff supervision, and development.
• Implements processes for continuous improvement and quality assurance.
• Ensures the highest standards of program delivery and participant experience.

Financial Management

• Develops and manages the executive education budget, ensuring financial sustainability and growth.
• Monitors program financial performance, including revenue, expenses, and profitability.
• Prepares financial reports and forecasts for senior management.

​Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Willingness to travel as needed to meet with clients/partners and attend industry events.

Applicant Special Instructions

• Confidential inquiries may be sent to ndonohoo@wustl.edu.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (10 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Founded in 1917, Olin Business School is a highly ranked, research-focused business school with triple accreditation by AACSB International, AMBA, and EQUIS. Total enrollment in 2023 was 3,132, with 861 undergraduates, 932 master’s, and 76 doctoral students. Olin has 200 world-class faculty, 206 staff, and six campus research centers focusing on leadership, business analytics, strategy, finance, supply chain and operations, and family business. The school offers 16 degree programs, including global executive MBA programs in Shanghai and Mumbai.  

Recent Rankings

#1 Poets & Quants Top MBA Entrepreneurship Program (2020-2024); #18 Executive MBA Program Globally (The Economist, 2020); #13 Undergraduate Business Program (US News & World Report, 2023); #26 Best MBA Business