Associate Director, Full-Time MBA Program – Tepper School of Business

About the role

The Associate Director of the Full-Time MBA Program plays a key role in shaping the student experience for one of the nation's leading MBA programs. This position provides academic advising, student support, program management, and engagement programming for a diverse and high-achieving student population.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary academic advisor for a portfolio of Full-Time MBA students.
• Guide students on curriculum planning, degree requirements, registration, academic policies, and university resources.
• Support students in achieving academic success and navigating challenges throughout their MBA experience.
• Build strong relationships with students and foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Develop and support co-curricular programs that enhance leadership development, professional growth, and community engagement.
• Advise student organizations and support student leaders in planning events and initiatives.
• Career development and professional growth.
• Experiential learning activities and leadership programs.
• Manage student programs, including review and distribution of Professional Development Funds.
• Lead student communications related to academic planning, registration, and program updates.
• Develop and maintain student-facing resources and program information.
• Support academic operations, registration processes, and student success initiatives.
• Utilize advising and student information systems to monitor student progress and support program effectiveness.
• Help plan and execute major program events, including orientation, commencement, admitted student events, and other signature MBA experiences.
• Collaborate with colleagues across academic programs, admissions, career services, leadership development, technology, and student affairs.
• Partner with faculty, staff, alumni, and external stakeholders to support student success and program goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5-8 years of professional experience in higher education, student affairs, academic advising, program management, or a related field required.
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Experience working with graduate or professional students.
• Experience designing and implementing student programs, events, or engagement initiatives.
• Experience with academic advising, student success, or student services.
• Familiarity with student information systems, learning management systems, or higher education technology platforms.