Student Program Specialist Lauder Institute, Wharton School

Student Program Specialist Lauder Institute, Wharton School

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Wharton School Overview Founded in 1881 as the world's first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in both Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students.

Each year 13,000 professionals from around the world advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education's individual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 104,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. Wharton is home to a dynamic community of staff, bringing a wide range of skills, experiences, and perspectives.

The Lauder Institute:
The Joseph H. Lauder Institute of Management and International Studies was founded in 1983 at the University of Pennsylvania by brothers Leonard and Ronald Lauder, in honor of their father Joseph Lauder. The Institute houses a 24-month joint degree MA degree program in International Studies for incoming cohorts of approximately 75 students each year. The degree is awarded by the School of Arts and Sciences and is offered as a joint program with the Wharton MBA or the JD Program at Penn Carey Law School.

Summary of the role:

The Student Programs Specialist will report to the Associate Director for Academic Administration and assist in the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of academic program operations, with responsibility for daily operations for international studies courses, supporting faculty, and managing and analyzing data on courses for program evaluation and improvement. The Program Manager will support the Associate Director for Academic Administration to ensure alignment of academic offerings with institutional standards and strategic objectives while working on cross-functional initiatives including thesis administration and supporting international immersion programs.

This position is responsible for managing and creating databases/datasets of Lauder programs and initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage daily academic program operations, including course setup with learning management systems, supporting faculty with communication with students in coordination with faculty, and maintaining centralized repositories of syllabi and course materials.
• Manage and develop datasets related to enrollment, course utilization, and student pathways; generate reports to support program evaluation and decision-making.
• Coordinate thesis program activities, including tracking student progress, supporting milestone completion, and organizing related academic events.
• Support Associate Director in responding to inquiries and supporting academic processes and policies with faculty and students.
• Manage priorities, timelines, and deliverables in support of logistics of immersion programs and stakeholder communication, as needed
• Support cross-functional academic initiatives and ensure alignment with institutional standards and program requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of experience in an academic programming environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines.
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential, and challenging situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Attention to detail and interest in data/contact management.
• Strong client-focused orientation and ability to lead event planning, implementation, and debriefings.
• Availability to staff evening and weekend events as needed.
• Background in events and/or project management
  
  Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to compose, proofread, format, and research copy and reports is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple work-streams simultaneously
• High degree of competency with computer software programs including database management skills and Microsoft office suite. Capacity to learn and apply new technologies and efficiencies as needed.

Preferred qualifications:

• Background in events and/or project management
• Ability to use graphic design tools such as Canva for social media postings
• Demonstrated interest in world affairs, geopolitics, and/or international business.
• Knowledge of Qualtrics, learning management systems (Canvas).

Applicants must submit a cover letter. Position is contingent upon funding.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Wharton School

Pay Range

$55,962.00 - $60,000.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also…