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Adjunct Instructor, Economic and Financial Aspects of Sport Management

Manhattanville University · Purchase, NY · 1 wk ago
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About the role

Manhattanville University is seeking an adjunct professor to teach Economic and Financial Aspects of Sport Management (MSBM.5003). For the Spring 2027 semester (January 19, 2027 through May 7, 2027), this course must be taught in-person. Available times are Tuesdays, 7:20–9:50 p.m. and Thursdays, 4:30–7:00 p.m. After Spring 2027, the course will be offered in an online, asynchronous format. Applicants should specify whether they are applying for the in-person position, the online position, or both.

Course description: Examines the economic and financial environment in which the sport industry operates, with emphasis on pricing, supply and demand factors, and taxes. Identifies key stakeholders and their various interests in the financial success of sport operations and organizations. Explores sources of funding and revenue production, including sponsorships, in the face of competition. Examines how to analyze, control and evaluate financial performance; apply sound financial management principles and practices; and prepare, analyze and use budgets and financial reports. Emphasizes the application of basic managerial decision-making to financial issues.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and teach well-organized classes and present other learning opportunities for students in accordance with student learning outcomes for the course.
  • Comply with program requirements and curricular standards, such as grade breakdowns and required syllabi and/or course elements.
  • Create and share syllabus with students and Dean’s Office; post on the University’s Learning Management Software (Brightspace).
  • Regularly post assignment grades in Brightspace for students to track their academic progress.
  • Hold two hours of office hours for students (can be a mix of in-person and online).
  • Use Manhattanville email for correspondence with students, faculty, and staff; respond to email in a timely fashion.
  • Submit roster reconciliations, mid-term and final grades by appropriate deadlines.
  • File retention alerts when student concerns arise.
  • Uphold and comply with faculty duties as described in Section V of the Faculty Handbook: General Faculty Duties and Academic Opportunities.
  • Be familiar with the College Catalog and Faculty Handbook.

Requirements

  • Subject matter expertise in economic and financial aspects of sport management.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Familiarity with Brightspace or similar LMS.

Qualifications

  • Education: Master’s degree in a business-related field (PhD preferred).
  • Experience: Previous teaching experience at university level required.
  • Previous work experience in the sport industry.

Pay

Salary: $3,700–$4,000 per course.

Schedule

  • Teaching time: 2.5 hours per week.
  • Office hours: 2 hours per week.
  • Work location: Spring 2027 — in-person at Manhattanville Campus; 2027–28 academic year and beyond — remote.

Benefits

  • Eligibility for tuition remission after one year of employment.
  • Instructors can make elective contributions to the TIAA 403(b) retirement account.
  • Membership in the credit union.

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