Southern Nazarene University · 3 months ago
Assistant Director Graduate Programs in Business
Bethany, OK
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expSouthern Nazarene University is seeking an Assistant Director of Graduate Programs in Business who serves as a strategic leader and academic partner. This role involves teaching, administrative duties, and leadership responsibilities to support the mission of the Graduate Programs in Business, ensuring academic excellence and fostering innovation in curriculum and delivery.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Carry a teaching load (4 courses per academic year)
Model excellence in teaching, integrating real-world business insight, technology, and a Christian worldview
Support academic integrity, student engagement, and innovative instructional practices
Model and promote the integration of Christian faith and business education, helping students explore how ethical leadership, spiritual values, and professional excellence intersect in a global business environment
Assist in curriculum planning and review to ensure academic rigor, relevance, and alignment with current business practices
Lead or co-lead revisions of existing courses and the development of new courses and academic programs
Coordinate programmatic assessment processes, including data collection, analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts
Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure alignment with accreditation standards and institutional learning outcomes
Prepare graduation eligibility reports and honor society nominations/reports in collaboration with the Registrar’s Office and Academic Affairs
Collaborate with the GPB Academic Advisor and Program Director to support degree completion and professional development
Collaborate with the GPB Academic Advisor and Program Director to address and resolve student-related concerns with empathy and fairness, in alignment with university policies
Partner with the Program Director and Marketing team to promote programs, recruit students, and raise the profile of GPB
Represent GPB at university events, community partnerships, employer meetings, and professional conferences
Identify and develop new initiatives, certificates, or degree concentrations in alignment with market demand
Support the development of corporate partnerships and cohort-based models
Contribute to the strategic use of technology, including AI and online learning tools, in the graduate programs
Champion innovation within GPB by supporting the ethical and effective integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into teaching, learning, assessment, and administrative processes
Enhance student engagement, faculty efficiency, and program competitiveness in a rapidly evolving business environment
Provide mentorship, coaching, and guidance to adjuncts, and students
Conduct regular evaluations and observations of instructors; provide developmental feedback
Lead departmental efforts for faculty onboarding and continuous improvement
Serve as a key voice in departmental leadership meetings, contributing to strategic planning and decision-making
Actively participate in university and department-wide events, such as commencement, student orientations, and program launches
Demonstrate a Christlike posture in leadership and service, upholding the values of fairness, humility, kindness, and integrity
Qualification
Required
Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. According to SNU policy, all faculty and staff must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ centered community
An understanding of the importance for diversity, inclusion and equity
Doctoral degree in business, management, or a closely related discipline (DBA, DM, etc.)
Minimum of three years of higher education teaching experience at the graduate level
Demonstrated experience with curriculum development, assessment, or faculty leadership
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in data analysis and assessment methodologies
Capacity to manage multiple projects in a dynamic academic environment
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and the holistic development of students
Preferred
Experience in program administration, development, and leadership in Christian higher education
Experience mentoring or leading adjunct and full-time faculty
Experience with the ACBSP accreditation processes
Experience teaching in adult and online programs
Experience with instructional design or instructional technology
Teaching or industry experience background in business analytics, marketing, finance, or accounting
Demonstrated experience building community or corporate partnerships
Knowledge of emerging trends in graduate business education, including AI, micro-credentials, and hybrid delivery
Benefits
Family health insurance plan (shared cost)
Long term disability
Dental insurance
Group life insurance
Retirement matching
Tuition remission
Vacation
Sick leave
Personal days
Holidays
Company
Southern Nazarene University
Southern Nazarene University is a school in Bethany.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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