Assistant Director, Executive Degree Programs

This position leads recruitment and operations for the executive degree programs (Executive MBA and Healthcare Management MBA) and supports the Graduate Program Director, Executive Degrees on program strategy and other needs. Engages and serves prospective and current executive degree students with their graduate education and experience, in collaboration with Quinlan Graduate Business Programs staff and leadership.

The Assistant Director, Executive Degree Programs is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to ensure success of the Executive MBA and Healthcare Management MBA programs in areas including but not limited to recruitment and retention, admissions and yield management, prospective and current student communications, new student on-boarding and orientation, registration and advising, program operations and execution, and other needs.

The Quinlan School of Business's executive degree programs are two-year, cohort-based programs designed for mid-career, working professionals. Knowledge of this student population and their needs and preferences is a plus. The ideal candidate will demonstrate comprehension of and responsibility for the unique needs of these customized, cohort-based MBA programs and commitment to serving them where they are in their careers. This role requires regular attendance on most on-campus class days (two Saturdays per month, on average), where the Assistant Director will actively engage with students and faculty, fostering a sense of community during cohort-specific meals and events.

The Assistant Director, Executive Degree Programs position offers a professional opportunity for an individual with recruiting, operations, and student experience interests and talents within a dynamic environment. This staff role supports the Graduate Program Director, Executive Degrees and reports to the Assistant Dean, Graduate Operations.

Q ualifications

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Proficiency with technology (e.g., Microsoft Office) is required and the ideal candidate must demonstrate an ability to learn university software programs as needed. Prior experience with Slate and PeopleSoft is preferred.

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