Vice President, Dean – School of Business

Job Description

The Vice President and Dean of the School of Business is an academic and operational leader dedicated to enhancing educational outcomes and student success across a diverse, competency-based portfolio. In collaboration with WGU’s cross-functional teams, this role holds end-to-end responsibility for the creation, expansion, and ownership of market-relevant programs, cultivating industry partnerships, and implementing strategies that drive student progress, retention, completion, and career success.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• P&L Ownership: Manage budget and financial performance, ensuring program growth and efficiency.
• Student Success & Retention: Maintain a strong outcomes orientation, using data-driven insights to improve program quality and enhance student engagement.
• Program Development & Market Relevance: Lead the creation of competency-based programs that respond to industry demands and maximize student career outcomes.
• Strategic Partnerships: Develop and sustain partnerships with employers and industry leaders to enhance program visibility and connect students with career opportunities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Drive collaboration with WGU’s shared service teams to support program goals and leverage diverse expertise.
• Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Thrive in dynamic, matrixed environments, using strategic thinking to address challenges and optimize program impact.
• Organizational Learning: Foster a culture of continuous improvement, using data and experimentation to refine program delivery and outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution.
• Ten (10) years of relevant experience, with five (5) years in senior leadership roles involving program design, team management, and scaling educational initiatives.

Additional Information

• Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive.
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• Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.