Non-Tenure Track Open Rank & Managing Director

Position Overview The Managing Director’s primary mandate is to develop and execute the program’s business development and program enhancement strategies. While ensuring operational excellence, the successful candidate will optimize the recruitment funnel, increase brand equity, and ensure the long‑term revenue performance of this self‑sustaining program. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with executive gravitas and an academic background to credibly direct a premier executive doctoral program. Key Responsibilities Business Development and Brand Management Lead the recruitment strategy with a focus on meeting and exceeding annual enrollment targets and revenue goals and increasing the excellence of successive student cohorts. Lead admissions processes in collaboration with the Academic Director, applying professional judgment to holistic candidate evaluation. Identify and secure partnerships with C‑suite executives, HR leaders, and professional associations to build robust corporate‑sponsored student pipelines. Bring a sales‑oriented perspective to the full enrollment cycle, managing prospects from initial lead generation through to final matriculation. Collaborate with peer leaders across Robinson’s executive education and doctoral portfolio, including the managing director of the Executive MBA program, to cultivate executive‑level relationships, share market intelligence, and elevate the Robinson College of Business brand among senior leaders and organizations. Translate the program’s academic value into compelling, market‑facing narratives that resonate with senior‑level decision‑makers. In partnership with the Academic Director, produce an annual program report detailing brand equity, recruitment performance, graduation statistics, and societal impact to drive future growth. Strategic Operations & Experience Management Develop and execute the DBA program’s strategic and annual operating plans under the guidance of the Academic Director and the Dean’s Office. Manage program budgeting and financial controls in coordination with the Dean’s Office to ensure maximum ROI on marketing and recruitment expenditures. Ensure a premier physical and digital environment that delivers a “concierge‑level” learning experience for executive students and faculty. Manage the strategic scheduling of courses and resources, including faculty assignments and residency logistics, to ensure seamless operations. Supervise, evaluate, and develop professional staff and graduate assistants in relation to program marketing and operations management to maintain a culture of high performance and exceptional student service. Engage with DBA alumni through the DBA Alumni Leadership Board and the CEBR to amplify the impact of their thought leadership. College and University Service Serve on College committees as appropriate. Collaborate with University partners on executive education, research, and outreach initiatives. As appropriate and with the permission of the Dean’s Office, develop curricula and have the opportunity to teach in the Robinson College of Business. Appointment and Rank The position will be appointed as a non‑tenure track faculty member, possibly in the Academic Professional, Professor of Practice, or Expert in Residence categories, consistent with candidate qualifications and Robinson College of Business and University System of Georgia policies. Required Experience Significant professional experience in program leadership, executive education, or leading business development within complex organizations. Demonstrated success in managing complex operations, including oversight of financial budgets and professional staff. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to engage and influence senior faculty, C‑suite executives, and global alumni. Experience Requirements Academic Professional – 8 years Expert in Residence – 9 years Professor of Practice – 10 years Required Education Terminal Degree such as Ph.D., DBA, or equivalent from an accredited institution, or a master’s level graduate degree accompanied by significant experience that would enable the candidate to excel in the role. Education Requirements Academic Professional – Terminal Degree Expert in Residence – Master’s Degree Professor of Practice – Master’s Degree Preferred Qualifications A documented history of success in enrollment growth, “solution‑selling,” or business development for revenue‑generating programs. Experience designing and executing lead‑generation strategies, digital marketing initiatives, and managing the end‑to‑end recruitment funnel to achieve measurable outcomes. The ability to translate complex academic value and research into compelling, market‑facing narratives that solve professional challenges for senior‑level prospects. Professional gravitas necessary to build immediate credibility with senior‑level decision‑makers and represent the program at national or international venues. Evidence of a strategic, entrepreneurial, and results‑oriented leadership style, prioritizing proactive “friend‑raising” and fundraising over passive administration. Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Slate) to track recruitment metrics and optimize the applicant pipeline. Pre‑Employment Requirements A criminal background check is required. Work Hours Position may require non‑standard hours including day, evening, online, hybrid, and weekends. Salary TBD Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.