Dean of Studies at Genius Business School

Role Summary

• Genius Business School, a leading provider of professional education and training in Nigeria is seeking to hire a highly motivated and experienced individual that is passionate about education to join her team as Dean of Studies.
• The Dean of Studies will provide strategic leadership to ensure that the school’s academic objectives are achieved.
• He/she will develop the school’s academic reputation and provide an outstanding experience for students.

Responsibilities:

Curriculum Development and Oversight:

• Lead the development, evaluation, and revision of academic programs and courses in alignment with institutional goals, industry trends, and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with faculty to design innovative and relevant curricula that promote student engagement and achievement.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of existing courses and programs, making recommendations for improvements and updates.

Faculty Support and Development:

• Provide guidance and support to faculty members in instructional design, teaching methodologies, and assessment strategies.
• Facilitate professional development opportunities for faculty to enhance their teaching skills and stay current in their respective fields.
• Encourage and foster a culture of continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

Student Success and Academic Advising:

• Oversee academic advising services to ensure students receive timely and accurate guidance in course selection, degree planning, and career pathways.
• Implement strategies to promote student retention, progression, and academic achievement.
• Collaborate with student support services to address academic challenges and provide appropriate interventions.

Program Assessment and Accreditation:

• Manage the process of program review and assessment to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and institutional goals.
• Prepare documentation and reports for accreditation agencies and participate in accreditation visits and reviews.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Foster strong partnerships and open communication with department chairs, faculty, administrators, and other stakeholders to promote a cohesive academic environment.
• Participate in academic leadership meetings and contribute to institutional planning and policy development.

Innovation and Educational Technology:

• Stay current with advancements in educational technology and pedagogical practices, and promote their integration into the curriculum.
• Explore opportunities for online and blended learning initiatives to expand educational reach and accessibility.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills allowing for effective interaction with students, staff and administration.
• Ability to work collaboratively with department heads, faculty, and staff, as well as with colleagues across the campus community.
• Ability to make decisions that benefit the school and work towards goals, strategies, and policies.
• Strong critical thinking skills in order to read and analyze reports, dis-aggregate data and write reports and memorandums
• Ability to prepare and make effective presentations promoting programs within the school
• Professional experience overseeing committees and board meetings as required by the school board
• Ability to analyze data regarding the effectiveness of programs and initiatives within the school
• An innovative and entrepreneurial mind-set to ensure growth in income.
• A strong track record of obtaining funding from business or key stakeholders.
• Strong leadership behaviors that encourage staff engagement and motivation.
• Evidence of building and maintaining stakeholder relationships/ partnerships between education and practice providers
• Professional experience overseeing committees and board meetings as required by the school board
• Ability to drive continuous improvement
• Experience investigating complaints and grievances against Faculty, staff and students

Academic Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), PhD or other relevant degree would be an added advantage
• Membership of relevant professional associations/institutes.

Cognate Experience:

• A minimum of 7-10 years’ post-graduation work experience in Education, specifically, at managerial level.