Korn Ferry International
Vice Provost for Graduate, Online, Professional Education and Dean of Graduate E
Korn Ferry International, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Vice Provost for Graduate, Online, Professional Education and Dean of Graduate Education
Seattle University invites nominations and applications for the Vice Provost for Graduate, Online and Professional Education, and Dean of Graduate Education. Seattle University's Graduate, Executive, and Professional Education division strives to best serve the growing adult student market and is positioning to become the first choice of adult learners by offering flexible and innovative programs that align with 21st-century labor needs and empower leaders for a just and humane world. Seattle University (“SU”) is ushering in a new era of graduate, online and professional education with a wave of advancements aimed at enriching the student experience—from specific programs to physical spaces for learning—while meeting evolving academic interests and career trends. The university’s recent enhancements include state-of-the-art facilities for executive and hybrid education, strategic program expansions, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Reporting to the Provost and Chief Academic Officer, the Vice Provost for Graduate, Online, and Professional Education, and Dean of Graduate Education (“Vice Provost and Dean”) will bring a proven track record in strategic leadership, process development, and management of diverse programs. The Vice Provost and Dean will collaborate closely with Deans and university leaders to build interdisciplinary graduate programs that meet emerging needs and make a lasting impact on the broader business community. As a prominent university leader, the Vice Provost and Dean will drive the growth and quality of SU’s graduate and professional education offerings, fostering faculty engagement and enhancing the university’s reputation with business partners and industry leaders. The Vice Provost and Dean will oversee a diverse team, including enrollment management, marketing, admissions, and data research, while working with faculty and staff to develop and deliver custom and hybrid graduate program offerings. The Vice Provost and Dean will assess existing programs and work with academic leadership, faculty, content developers, instructional designers, and the in-house research team to create a comprehensive programming strategy that aligns with market demands. A key responsibility will be engaging with employers and industry leaders to ensure SU’s offerings remain relevant, competitive, and impactful. The ideal candidate will possess an entrepreneurial drive, with experience in successfully leading the development, delivery, and assessment of high-quality graduate and online education programs. They will have a strong affinity for collaborating closely with university leadership, faculty, and staff, and will foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and student success within the graduate and online education landscape. Additionally, the successful candidate will hold an earned doctorate in an appropriate field related to one of SU’s six schools and colleges, with a strong and balanced record of academic achievement qualifying them for appointment at the rank of Professor or will have extensive industry experience paired with a deep appreciation for scholarship and research. Applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae and a letter of interest highlighting the applicant’s personal interest and relevant leadership experience. For priority consideration, inquiries, nominations, and applications should be submitted electronically in confidence by February 21st 2025 to: SU-DeanGEPE@kornferry.com In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff that is dedicated to the fundamental principles of equal opportunity and treatment in education and employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The university encourages applications from, and nominations of, individuals whose differing backgrounds, beliefs, ideas, and life experiences will further enrich the diversity of its educational community.
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Seattle University invites nominations and applications for the Vice Provost for Graduate, Online and Professional Education, and Dean of Graduate Education. Seattle University's Graduate, Executive, and Professional Education division strives to best serve the growing adult student market and is positioning to become the first choice of adult learners by offering flexible and innovative programs that align with 21st-century labor needs and empower leaders for a just and humane world. Seattle University (“SU”) is ushering in a new era of graduate, online and professional education with a wave of advancements aimed at enriching the student experience—from specific programs to physical spaces for learning—while meeting evolving academic interests and career trends. The university’s recent enhancements include state-of-the-art facilities for executive and hybrid education, strategic program expansions, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Reporting to the Provost and Chief Academic Officer, the Vice Provost for Graduate, Online, and Professional Education, and Dean of Graduate Education (“Vice Provost and Dean”) will bring a proven track record in strategic leadership, process development, and management of diverse programs. The Vice Provost and Dean will collaborate closely with Deans and university leaders to build interdisciplinary graduate programs that meet emerging needs and make a lasting impact on the broader business community. As a prominent university leader, the Vice Provost and Dean will drive the growth and quality of SU’s graduate and professional education offerings, fostering faculty engagement and enhancing the university’s reputation with business partners and industry leaders. The Vice Provost and Dean will oversee a diverse team, including enrollment management, marketing, admissions, and data research, while working with faculty and staff to develop and deliver custom and hybrid graduate program offerings. The Vice Provost and Dean will assess existing programs and work with academic leadership, faculty, content developers, instructional designers, and the in-house research team to create a comprehensive programming strategy that aligns with market demands. A key responsibility will be engaging with employers and industry leaders to ensure SU’s offerings remain relevant, competitive, and impactful. The ideal candidate will possess an entrepreneurial drive, with experience in successfully leading the development, delivery, and assessment of high-quality graduate and online education programs. They will have a strong affinity for collaborating closely with university leadership, faculty, and staff, and will foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and student success within the graduate and online education landscape. Additionally, the successful candidate will hold an earned doctorate in an appropriate field related to one of SU’s six schools and colleges, with a strong and balanced record of academic achievement qualifying them for appointment at the rank of Professor or will have extensive industry experience paired with a deep appreciation for scholarship and research. Applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae and a letter of interest highlighting the applicant’s personal interest and relevant leadership experience. For priority consideration, inquiries, nominations, and applications should be submitted electronically in confidence by February 21st 2025 to: SU-DeanGEPE@kornferry.com In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff that is dedicated to the fundamental principles of equal opportunity and treatment in education and employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The university encourages applications from, and nominations of, individuals whose differing backgrounds, beliefs, ideas, and life experiences will further enrich the diversity of its educational community.
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