LRES Corporation
Assistant Director, Executive Degree Programs
LRES Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Assistant Director, Executive Degree Programs
Thank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago. 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. Position Details
Job Title: Assistant Director Position Number: 8102118 Job Category: University Staff Job Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt Campus: Chicago-Water Tower Campus Department Name: SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Duties and Responsibilities
The Assistant Director, Executive Degree Programs is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to ensure the 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 onboarding and orientation, registration and advising, program operations and execution, and other needs. 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. Recruitment and Student Engagement:
Proactively initiate 1-on-1 connections (via phone, video call, email) and communicate effectively with prospective executive degree students—fielding questions and maintaining responsiveness throughout the admissions funnel, from initial inquiry to enrollment. Plan, develop, and lead creative and engaging recruitment events (e.g., online and in-person information sessions, campus visits for prospective students on select Saturdays, offsite speaking engagements). Manage a database of prospective student records to manage individual enrollment needs, including current knowledge of where individual is in the application funnel and possible barriers to admission and enrollment. Establish and maintain relationships with program alumni, industry groups, and employers to grow enrollment in executive degree programs. Interact effectively with current students, staff, and faculty, including new and experienced instructors teaching in executive degrees programs, to advocate for students, address concerns, resolve issues, and ensure a positive educational experience. Lead and execute multi-day on-campus new student orientation (hosted annually in August) in coordination with various on- and off-campus partners. Build and maintain centralized student internal communication and information sites. Collaborate and align efforts with cross-functional units across the School and University. Review and process tuition awards and work closely with the Financial Aid Office each quarter to assure awards are posted to student accounts. Manage and lead strategic relationships with external vendors and suppliers that are integral to the seamless delivery of customized executive degree programs. Support the Graduate Program Director, Executive Degrees in the operational coordination and strategic development of curated educational experiences. Facilitate synergies between the executive degree programs and executive education. Indirectly oversee and engage administrative assistant and student worker supporting roles. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in business administration, higher education, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 3 years of experience in program management or a related field required. Qualifications
Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing daily environment and remain goal oriented. Strong written communication and organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail. Ability to navigate an organization and engage a wide range of internal stakeholders. Highly motivated, flexible, adaptable, and service-oriented, with strong collaborative skills for teamwork and consensus building among staff, faculty, and students with diverse backgrounds and interests. Ability to lead and manage a range of operations with a commitment to excellence. Experience in marketing and external relations preferred. Computer Skills
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. Working Conditions
Irregular Hours Diversity and Inclusion Statement
As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting but also retaining a diverse, mission-driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/29796
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Thank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago. 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. Position Details
Job Title: Assistant Director Position Number: 8102118 Job Category: University Staff Job Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt Campus: Chicago-Water Tower Campus Department Name: SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Duties and Responsibilities
The Assistant Director, Executive Degree Programs is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to ensure the 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 onboarding and orientation, registration and advising, program operations and execution, and other needs. 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. Recruitment and Student Engagement:
Proactively initiate 1-on-1 connections (via phone, video call, email) and communicate effectively with prospective executive degree students—fielding questions and maintaining responsiveness throughout the admissions funnel, from initial inquiry to enrollment. Plan, develop, and lead creative and engaging recruitment events (e.g., online and in-person information sessions, campus visits for prospective students on select Saturdays, offsite speaking engagements). Manage a database of prospective student records to manage individual enrollment needs, including current knowledge of where individual is in the application funnel and possible barriers to admission and enrollment. Establish and maintain relationships with program alumni, industry groups, and employers to grow enrollment in executive degree programs. Interact effectively with current students, staff, and faculty, including new and experienced instructors teaching in executive degrees programs, to advocate for students, address concerns, resolve issues, and ensure a positive educational experience. Lead and execute multi-day on-campus new student orientation (hosted annually in August) in coordination with various on- and off-campus partners. Build and maintain centralized student internal communication and information sites. Collaborate and align efforts with cross-functional units across the School and University. Review and process tuition awards and work closely with the Financial Aid Office each quarter to assure awards are posted to student accounts. Manage and lead strategic relationships with external vendors and suppliers that are integral to the seamless delivery of customized executive degree programs. Support the Graduate Program Director, Executive Degrees in the operational coordination and strategic development of curated educational experiences. Facilitate synergies between the executive degree programs and executive education. Indirectly oversee and engage administrative assistant and student worker supporting roles. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in business administration, higher education, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 3 years of experience in program management or a related field required. Qualifications
Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing daily environment and remain goal oriented. Strong written communication and organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail. Ability to navigate an organization and engage a wide range of internal stakeholders. Highly motivated, flexible, adaptable, and service-oriented, with strong collaborative skills for teamwork and consensus building among staff, faculty, and students with diverse backgrounds and interests. Ability to lead and manage a range of operations with a commitment to excellence. Experience in marketing and external relations preferred. Computer Skills
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. Working Conditions
Irregular Hours Diversity and Inclusion Statement
As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting but also retaining a diverse, mission-driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/29796
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