Sports Business Program Manager

About the role

The Department of Marketing in the W. P. Carey School of Business is seeking a highly organized, execution-driven, self-starter to provide program management for the department, with a strong emphasis on its highly regarded Sports Business Program. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and thrive in a flexible, multitasking environment. Working independently under general direction and as part of a collaborative team, the successful candidate will provide essential backup support and assistance wherever needed. The Department of Marketing is committed to educating students and leaders in ethical and thoughtful marketing practices that benefit organizations and consumers, creating knowledge and disseminating research findings that positively impact the trajectory of business and society, and influencing marketing best practices by actively engaging with business and the communities we serve. We work closely with a wide array of corporate partners to provide students with innovative curriculum, unique experiential learning opportunities, and the ability to interact with marketing professionals pursuing a variety of career paths. This position plays an important role in helping faculty and other staff members advance the department and enhance the success of our students, with a particular focus on our Sports Business students.

The W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University is the largest and one of the top-ranked public business schools in the United States with more than 25,000 students. The school is internationally regarded for its programs and the research productivity of its distinguished faculty members. Students come from more than 120 countries, and W. P. Carey is represented by over 130,000 alumni worldwide. W. P. Carey prides itself on being a place Where Business is Personal.® We value personalization, access, and excellence in business education and believe business is about people. Our motto reflects a commitment to mutual respect, building community, and positively impacting lives.

Location: Campus: Tempe. Driving is not required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Faculty Director of the Sports Business Program to develop the strategy, administration, and ongoing success of the Corporate Advisory Board.
• Help recruit, onboard, and retain high-caliber advisory board members aligned with organizational priorities and strategic growth in partnership with the Faculty Director of the Sports Business Program and the Department Chair.
• Help develop and execute board engagement strategies, including meeting planning, communications, and member recognition.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with executive leadership, board members, and external stakeholders to advance organizational objectives.
• Lead full lifecycle planning and execution of Sports Business Program events and Department of Marketing events as needed.
• Develop project timelines, manage logistics, and ensure seamless on-site event execution.
• Serve as primary on-site event lead, managing setup, vendor coordination, registration, and real-time troubleshooting.
• Assist with creating and managing sponsorship and membership invoices.
• Develop and implement integrated social media strategies to strengthen