Founding Director Jaggi School of Business and Dennis and Janet Jaggi Endowed chair of Business

Position: Founding Director of the Jaggi School of Business and Dennis and Janet Jaggi Endowed chair of Business - #00097470
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Dennis and Janet Jaggi School of Business

Kummer College of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Economic Development

Job Description

Position Overview:

The Dennis and Janet Jaggi School of Business at the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) is a newly established academic unit housed within the Kummer

College of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Economic Development. As part of a forward thinking college dedicated to industry collaboration, applied research, and workforce development, the Jaggi School of Business will prepare students to lead in data-driven, globally connected, and technology-driven markets.

We seek an entrepreneurial, dynamic, and visionary leader to serve as the Founding Director and guide the Jaggi School of Business through its formative years. Outstanding candidates will also be appointed as the Dennis and Janet Jaggi Endowed Chair in Business. The Founding Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the identity, academic programs, partnerships, and long-term strategy of the Jaggi School of Business.

Working closely with the leadership of the Kummer College, the Founding Director will build a distinctive business school model grounded in

interdisciplinary collaboration, experiential learning, corporate engagement, and world-class teaching and research. This is a rare opportunity to leave a lasting impact on students, industry,

and society by building a business school within a college explicitly focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic development. As Founding Director, you will:

* Shape the academic and cultural foundation of a new business school.

* Integrate business education within a college dedicated to innovation and

entrepreneurship.

* Build programs that directly support economic development and workforce needs.

* Establish a legacy of excellence, impact, and community engagement.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader that blends academic expertise with the ability to influence both academic thought and practical application in the rapidly evolving technological

landscape. This candidate will have a deep passion for bridging the gap between academia and industry. A forward-thinking approach to teaching and research, a commitment to mentorship,

and a track record of fostering interdisciplinary collaborations will be key attributes of the Founding Director. The successful candidate will be:

* A visionary builder with an entrepreneurial spirit.

* A respected academic leader with a global perspective.

* A strategically minded thinker who translates vision into action.

* A collaborative leader skilled in working across disciplines.

* An effective communicator and consensus builder.

* Deeply committed to student success and workforce readiness.

* Experienced in fostering innovation and economic impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and School Development

* Develop and implement a compelling vision and multi-year strategic plan aligned with

the mission of the Kummer College.

* Establish the School's academic identity and differentiating strengths.

* Establish academic priorities and growth plans for degree programs and enrollment.

* Build the School's organizational structure, governance processes, and operations.

Academic Excellence

* Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain high-quality faculty and staff.

* Oversee the design and launch of new undergraduate, graduate, and professional

programs.

* Ensure excellence in teaching, research, experiential learning, and student engagement.

* Promote interdisciplinary collaboration across business, innovation, entrepreneurship,

and technology programs.

* Lead business school accreditation planning and execution.

Industry and Economic Engagement

* Cultivate strong partnerships with regional, national, and global business communities.

* Advance workforce-aligned programs and executive education initiatives.

* Support research and innovation initiatives that drive economic development.

External Engagement and Partnerships

* Foster relationships with industry leaders, alumni, and community partners.

* Establish and cultivate advisory boards and external stakeholder networks.

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