FPD Academy Program Director

Job Description

The FPD Academy is a highly selective, optional add-on program for juniors and seniors designed to build advanced technical and professional skills in areas such as Asset Management, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Wealth Management, FinTech, Corporate Finance, and Corporate Commercial Banking.

• Develop and deliver multiple specialized cohorts focused on key industry certifications including CFA Level I & II, CFP, CMT, and leading FinTech and AI certifications, while providing intensive hands-on training in advanced financial modeling, Python/R programming, data analytics, Bloomberg, SQL, and other quantitative tools.
• Work closely with the FPD team to ensure the Academy integrates smoothly with existing FPD Tracks and FPD Fundamentals.

Student Recruitment and Professional Development

Recruit, screen, and select high-potential juniors and seniors through a competitive application process, admitting motivated students who are ready to elevate their technical and professional capabilities.

• Facilitate advanced technical training of functional roles in finance through innovative programs and professional development workshops that focus on topics such as CFA, CFP, CMT certifications, advanced financial modeling, Python/R programming, data analytics, Bloomberg, SQL, and other quantitative tools to help students compete successfully in the financial services job market.
• Drive students towards strong placement results, targeting 90%+ of graduating FPD seniors securing roles in their preferred fields with average starting salaries of $90K+.
• Support full-time placements for students in FPD Tracks.

Industry Partnerships & Collaboration

Through significant collaboration with the College’s career services office, assist in the identification of new employer connections and strengthen existing partnerships with top firms, alumni, and industry professionals to secure workshops, capstone projects, guest sessions, and direct recruiting pipelines.

• Serve as a key connector for the FPD program by building close partnerships with Warrington’s Business Career Services, MBA program, Development team, and Heavener Academic Advising creating seamless pathways and maximize student support.

Program Operations, Assessment & Compliance

Oversee student assessments, skills evaluations, and track data in HIREWarrington to measure program effectiveness, monitor technical progress, and report placement outcomes to Warrington leadership and stakeholders.

• Systematically track full-time offers in HIREWarrington, and long-term alumni success for FPD students.
• Develop and manage budget for the Academy, collaborating with FPD team to ensure it aligns with the overall FPD Program budget.
• Ensure all Academy activities fully comply with university, state, and federal regulations while maintaining working environment free from discrimination and harassment.