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MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY Program Director, Executive Education in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Overview Oversees the strategic direction and overall success of the Executive Education offerings in the College of Business Administration. Manages and expands the college portfolio of non-credit educational programs. Oversees content development, delivery, budgets and relationships with faculty and clients. Will lead business development, proposal development, account, project, and quality management, staffing and resource allocation for all College of Business Administration executive education programs. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Business strategy: Sets the strategic direction for the Executive Education program. a. Understands the needs of current and potential clients through industry trends, event/conference participation, and collaboration with faculty, university, and business/organization leaders. b. Effectively translates needs into actionable vision and strategy. c. Develops a scalable and sustainable operating model that optimizes College of Business Administration resources and other Marquette partners. d. Analyzes benchmark data to inform target market(s) and services to be offered. e. Establishes strategic and operational metrics to measure outcomes and inform continuous improvement. f. Sets competitive pricing model(s) for services based on applicable market data and leveraging university subject-matter experts. Ensures fiscal stewardship of university resources. 2. Business Development and Relationship Building: Collaborates with cross-campus partners (e.g., the Dean, Graduate School of Management, College of Business Administration program/center leaders, other corporate/business/community relations colleagues, etc.) to identify individual and organization-level prospects and opportunities. Leads outreach efforts to potential executive education clients. a. Clearly articulates and effectively pitches the College\'s value proposition and capabilities to prospective clients. b. Proactively identifies and coordinates participation in college, university, industry, and community events that could serve as lead generating opportunities. c. Leads the development of compelling marketing materials and social media. d. Oversees timely and effective proposals. e. Develops and sustains positive business and community relationships with the College of Business Administration. Presents executive education as a primary focus, while identifying other engagement opportunities for employers/community groups and COBA. f. Develops strong client relationships and serves as the primary contact for prospective and contracted clients throughout outreach, program delivery, and beyond. g. Serves as an ex-officio member of the college\'s advisory boards to support industry connectivity... A full list of duties and responsibilities can be found at Marquette University\'s employment website. EOE Statement It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Bachelor\'s degree preferably in project management, professional services, higher education, executive education, or corporate talent experience. 10+ years\' professional experience, including experience working with executive and mid-level industry leaders and managers and demonstrated success launching and maintaining collaborations and partnerships. 2+ years\' experience in a combination of higher education, executive education, corporate talent and leadership development or professional service firm. 2+ years of supervising staff. 2+ years of managing and meeting budgets. Experience networking and building relationships with executiv and mid-level industry leaders and managers. Strong interpersonal and speaking skills, including ability to interact with all levels of employees, participants, executives, and high-level external stakeholders while maintaining professionalism. Demonstrated effective presentation, influence, and negotiation skills. Project management experience... A full list of Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities can be found at Marquette University\'s employment website. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Master\'s degree in business, adult education, leadership, or related field preferred. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://employment.marquette.edu/postings/21267 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.

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