Job Description Job Purpose The Dean of Business School will plan, organize, direct and manage the programs and operations of the School and take a leadership role to grow, develop and enhance the reputation of the School. He/she will be responsible for setting a strategic direction and vision for the School, academic planning and leadership of the programs, services and activities. The Dean of Business School provides strategic oversight and direction of the programs in terms of providing effective academic leadership to the faculty staff members reporting to him/her and all aspects of program development, curriculum delivery and facilitation of student learning, including student assessment, teaching and learning approaches. He/she supports the strategic plan of the University and is responsible for the overall academic quality and growth of the School. The Dean of Business School is also responsible for ensure sustainable growth and competitiveness of the School, leading the increase in student numbers through the growth of existing programs and the development of new ones for the School. He/she is also required to identify new business opportunities, including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, customized products and services for the School. KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES Sales/Marketing Activities Develop marketing strategies and plans to meet enrolment targets. Participate and represent the School in sales activities for road shows/exhibitions/workshops for the purpose of promoting the programs offered by the School. Work closely with Marketing Teams to develop and undertake marketing activities to promote the existing and new programs of the School. Provide marketing and public relations support to maintain the corporate image and branding for the School. Develop linkages with government bodies and private sector organizations/agencies to promote the School and its programs. Host and conduct talks and web-based seminars to promote the School and its programs, where relevant. Strategic Planning Set strategic direction for the School in accordance with the Mission, Vision and goals of the University; translate the University's vision and strategic plans into the vision of the School; prepare strategic plans and annual business plans and financial forecasts for delivery against agreed goals, including meeting recruitment targets Provide strategic direction and effective leadership in relation to teaching, development of professional practice, research and other academic and support activities. Responsible for the development of well-planned academic strategies and business plans to enhance and expand the programs offered and ensure that these are aligned with the strategic goals of the University. Ensure that the programs offered in the School are cutting edge and meet the highest standards of academic excellence. Ensure that appropriate marketing strategies are in place to increase student enrolment to sustain growth and competitiveness. Academic Leadership and Management Provide leadership in the areas of curriculum development, program development and revision, assessment, institutional accreditation and instructional development and ensure that appropriate and innovative strategies are in place for effective implementation of teaching, learning and assessment. Ensure that appropriate mechanisms are in place to encourage and monitor research activities. Represent the School and participate actively as a member of the Senate, Management Committee and other Committees/Working Groups of the University, as required. Represent the University and the School in the external community by developing, promoting and maintaining strong networks with appropriate academic communities, industry practitioners, government and professional bodies and seeking support and resources for the University and the School. Governance and Quality Assurance Ensure all activities carried out are implemented in accordance with the governance, policy and regulatory frameworks of the University and external legislative bodies such as MOHE, ACT 555, MQA requirements, etc Ensure compliance with auditing, quality assurance and risk management procedures, both internal and external, including preparation for periodic quality review. Ensure optimum student experience through consistent customer focus across the School. Ensure compliance with criteria of accreditation bodies. Resource and People Management Responsible for the management and control of the annual budget of the School to ensure long term growth and financial sustainability. Responsible for the optimal management and development of employees and ensuring that resources are deployed effectively and realigned to meet the needs of the School. Ensure the effective use of space for teaching and engagement activities by the School. Ensure that employee performance is managed appropriately and consistently and that all employees have access to the necessary training to develop their skills and experience.
