Building Sustainable Futures, Department of Operations, Innovation, and Leadership - Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct Faculty

Building Sustainable Futures Department of Operations, Innovation, and LeadershipUMGC Stateside

Location:

Stateside Remote

Building Sustainable Futures (BMGT 240):
An exploration of how businesses achieve long-term sustainability by integrating responsible practices into core operations. The goal is to examine the environmental and societal impacts of business activities and conduct sustainability audits, develop circular economy strategies, and improve operational efficiency. Emphasis is on balancing profitability with ethical decision-making, stakeholder expectations, and climate resilience. Case studies and applied projects are used to create actionable strategies to align business practices with sustainability goals and generate value for organizations and society.

Master's degree in Business or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.

Professional experience in Sustainability, Business Strategy, or related fields

Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.

Directly relevant, current and active industry professional experience in Business or closely related field.

This position is specifically to teach remotely.

UMGC-one of 12 degree-granting institutions in the University System of Maryland (USM)-is a mission-driven institution with seven core values that guide us in all we do. At the top of the list is "Students First," and we strive to do just that for our 90,000 students at home and abroad. From its start in 1947, UMGC has demonstrated its commitment to adult learners.

We recognize that adult students need flexibility and options. UMGC is proud to be a global, 24-hour, institution of higher learning.

The typical UMGC student is an adult learner juggling a career, family, and other priorities. Roughly 80% work full time, half are parents, and half are minority students. They are continuing their education to better themselves, their families, and their professional opportunities. UMGC is also a leading higher education provider to the U.S. military, enrolling 55,000 active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and family members annually.

We are proud of our military heritage and are committed to this service.

• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning.
• Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations.
• Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments.
• Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program.
• Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements.

Please visit the following link to learn more about this program, including its description, outcomes, and coursework:
Business & Management | UMGC

We are committed to your professional success h new faculty member is required to successfully complete our online two-week new faculty orientation, Fac Dev 411, as a condition of hire.

Salary Commensurate with Experience

UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.