Associate Dean, School of Business and Professional Studies

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ABOUT US

 

University of Massachusetts Global is a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, created to help working adults change their lives through flexible, high-quality education built for real life. Regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the Best Online Programs for 13 consecutive years (2013–2025), the university has a long track record of online innovation. Students across 49 states and internationally can upskill, reskill, and move forward without putting life on hold through technology-enabled, real-world learning.​ With 55+fully online, career-focused programs designed around the realities of work, family, and constant change, we remain ever-focused on developing future-ready learners who can thrive in a rapidly shifting world.

 

This position is open to candidates who currently reside in one of the following approved states from which the role may be performed remotely: Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.

 

Employees must be available for collaboration during core hours from 10am to 3pm (PST).

ABOUT THE ROLE

​​The Associate Dean of the School of Business and Professional Studies supports the Dean in advancing the vision, mission, and strategic plan of the institution. The Associate Dean plays a pivotal role in the operational leadership and administration of the school, assisting in the management of academic programs, accreditation readiness, faculty management, student engagement, and other operational activities. Working collaboratively with the Dean and other members of the leadership team, the Associate Dean promotes a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and innovation. This position serves as a key representative of the School of Business and Professional Studies within the institution and contributes to its engagement with external partners at the local, state, and national levels.​

 

TYPE OF SUPERVISION:  

Receive ​general direction​ from the ​Dean of Business​. 

​​General Direction — indicates that the incumbent receives guidance in terms of broad goals and overall objectives and is responsible for establishing the methods to attain them. Generally, the incumbent is in charge of an area of work and typically formulates policy for this area but does not necessarily have final authority for approving policy.​ 

 

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   

 

Curriculum Oversight 

• Implement curriculum revisions approved through university governance by coordinating with program directors and faculty to launch, modify or phase out programs and courses 

• Coordinate faculty contributions to course content and incorporate feedback from students and external partners (employers, community organizations, professional practitioners) to update and improve the curriculum 

• Review, approve, and maintain catalog content for School programs and courses to e