MBA Programme Manager

Job title:

MBA Programme Manager

Company

University of Southampton

Job description

Southampton Business School (SBS) is placed at the centre of the University of Southampton, a top 100 University in the world and a founder member of the UK Russell Group University. SBS hosts a vibrant and diverse community of scholars and students. It has grown substantially in breadth and size in the recent years, covering all core business and management disciplines via six Departments: Accounting, Banking and Finance, Decision Analytics and Risk, Digital and Data-Driven Marketing, Human Resource Management and Organisational Behaviour, and Strategy Innovation and Entrepreneurship.SBS academics conduct cutting edge research and publish consistently in world-class journals. Research activity within SBS is coordinated through ten multidisciplinary research centres. Building on its continued success, SBS is now ranked in the top quartile of the research-intensive business schools in the UK, with a strong research environment which is ranked 12th (REF2021) in the UK. The School has an ambitious growth plan, which includes investments in people and facilities. The school has recently relocated to a state of art business building.Building on this success, in July 2022, the School secured AMBA 5-year re- accreditation of the MBA programme which is ranked 13th in the UK (QS data) and its AACSB accreditation was recently re-extended for another full period of 5 years. A member of the UNPRM, our commitment to the SDGs was also recognised through the GRI accreditation. The school holds the CABS Small Business Charter award in recognition of the SBS’ world-class support to students and local businesses, including the development of student entrepreneurial skills and the support and development of wider economic and social opportunities for business. Our placement team has been recognised as one of the best in the UK, demonstrating our commitment to the student experience. In 2022 our accounting & finance students were recognised as the global winner in the global Bloomberg challenge demonstrating our commitment to excellence. We value our relationship with our global network of alumni, who are successful leaders, entrepreneurs and members of our engaged community of academics, students, business leaders and entrepreneurs. SBS hosts a vibrant Leaders and Entrepreneurs in Residence Network.Our research underpins our enterprise and educational activities. With an extensive programme portfolio accredited by 14 professional bodies we aim to develop future leaders who want to make a tangible impact on business and society. At the heart of the execution of our activities is our triple helix model whereby our research, education and enterprise activities are intertwined. Particularly, our integrated enterprise strategy enables us to reinforce our connections with the wider university, and communities we serve. These connections enable us to further deliver impactful research and improve the student learning experience.About youThe MBA programme is a flagship programme of Southampton Business School, holding a coveted and reputationally critical AMBA five-year accreditation. With plans to develop a further Global Executive MBA and further executive education provision, the advertised position is an important and significant role within Southampton Business School. The MBA Programme Manager will work closely with the MBA Programme Director and the Director of Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise to provide administrative and managerial support for the MBA programme and wider learning support for MBA student cohorts on-site and off-site, the teaching team, and the programme leadership. The successful applicant will be able to contribute to supporting quality assurance and quality enhancement within the MBA programme.You’ll bring significant experience of building and sustaining relationships between academic and non-academic communities, together with a keen appreciation of current trends and issues in higher education, especially within an MBA context. An enterprising self-starter, with strong project management skills, you’ll have the ability to think strategically, plan effectively, and establish productive relationships with both our students and with organisations. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Professor Peter Rodgers, MBA Director, , or Professor Jeni Giambona, Director of Knowledge Exchange & Enterprise ( )What we can offer youCommitted to supporting our community we are open to a flexible working approach. With an understanding that there is a need to be on campus for various duties we are open to a hybrid approach. Proud to be a founding signatory of the Athena Swan gender equality charter we hold an institutional Silver award.As well as additional benefits that will make your life easier, such as a generous holiday allowance and additional university closure days. We will support your long-term future too, with access to the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), subsidised health and fitness facilities and a range of discounts.As a university we aim to create an inclusive environment that attracts, supports and retains the best students and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences from across the world. We are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work.

Expected salary

Location

Southampton

Job date

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 02:09:40 GMT

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