Dean Business School

The University of Colorado Denver seeks a Dean of the Business School
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Location:

Denver, Colorado

The Dean of the Business School, reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, is responsible for serving as the chief academic officer of the school with full responsibility for its academic programs and curricula, the school’s budget, outreach and engagement with the business community, and advancement activities. In collaboration with the faculty, the Dean will provide intellectual leadership and a strong commitment to the school’s undergraduate and graduate programs.

The Dean is expected to increase the school’s resource base by leading fundraising activities for the school, in partnership with an advancement officer. The Dean will also: strengthen engagement of and collaborations with industry and business partners; increase the amount and visibility of scholarship (research/creative work) activity of the faculty; work to promote transformation, innovation and entrepreneurial activities that will prepare the school well for the future;

lead the development of strategies to increase enrollments, improve retention and enhance the student experience including internships and other experiential learning activities; foster a climate that demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion; develop a strong alumni network in conjunction with an enhanced focus on job placement; and demonstrate a strong commitment to the university’s urban location while exploring opportunities to engage across Colorado and around the globe.

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for the Business School that aligns with the university's refreshed strategic plan and reflects the opportunities of a leading urban research university.
• Foster a culture of innovation, adaptability, and continuous improvement in response to emerging trends in business, technology, workforce development, and higher education.
• Partner with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community stakeholders to identify priorities and achieve measurable outcomes.
• Collaborate with the Provost, Deans, and campus leaders to advance institution-wide goals and initiatives.
• Serve as the chief advocate and ambassador for the Business School locally, statewide, nationally, and globally.

• Provide strategic and intellectual leadership for undergraduate, graduate, executive, and professional education programs.
• Support faculty excellence in teaching, research, creative work, and community-engaged scholarship.
• Increase the visibility, impact, and external funding of faculty scholarship and research.
• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration and partnerships that address complex business and societal challenges.
• Strengthen innovation, entrepreneurship, and experiential learning throughout the curriculum and co-curricular experience.
• Ensure successful maintenance and continuous improvement of AACSB accreditation and academic quality standards.
• Position the school as a leader in emerging areas such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, cybersecurity, digital transformation, sustainability, and entrepreneurial innovation.

• Lead strategies that increase enrollment, persistence, retention, graduation, and post-graduation success.
• Enhance the student experience through high-impact practices, experiential learning, internships, applied projects, and global learning opportunities.
• Strengthen pathways that support student achievement and social mobility.
• Expand partnerships that create employment opportunities, career preparation, and professional mentorship.
• Fost…