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Director, Academic Administration

The Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York

NEW YORK, NYFull-time$115–125K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$115–125K/yr
Location
NEW YORK, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Director of Academic Administration supports the Divisional Chair with administrative, financial, and operational leadership for Columbia Business School’s Management Division. The role oversees teaching schedules across MBA, EMBA, MS, and Ph.D. courses, collaborates on adjunct recruitment and hiring, and supports faculty, students, staff, and researchers. It combines strategic planning with hands-on execution to strengthen divisional operations and the academic experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Strategic PlanningFinancial ManagementBudgetingAcademic SchedulingCurriculum PlanningData AnalysisOrganizational SkillsCommunication

Full job description

  • Job Type: Officer of Administration * Regular/Temporary: Regular * Hours Per Week: 35 * Salary Range: $115,000 - $125,000The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position SummaryReporting to the Divisional Chair, the Director supports the Chair by providing comprehensive administrative, financial, and operational leadership for the Management Division. The Director partners closely with the Chair to ensure smooth and strategic functioning of the division, supporting faculty, students, staff, and researchers. The Director has full oversight of the teaching schedule for all MBA, EMBA, MS, and Ph.D. courses, collaborates with subdivision chairs on adjunct recruitment and hiring, and works to enhance the overall academic experience for students. This role requires sound judgment, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution. About Columbia Business School:For over a century, Columbia Business School (CBS) has helped develop leaders and builders of enterprises who drive value for their stakeholders and society at large through our MBA, MS, PhD, and Executive Education programs. We are equally committed to cultivating new scholars and teachers and to creating and disseminating pathbreaking knowledge, concepts, and tools that advance the understanding and practice of management through our faculty research and PhD programs. Our vision is simple: to develop ideas and leaders that transform the world, from the very center of business.Our ever-evolving curriculum, featuring pioneering courses, STEM certification, and immersive experiential learning, prepares students to excel in key areas such as digital transformation, entrepreneurship, innovation, twenty-first-century finance, the intersection of business and society, and climate and sustainability. The CBS administration enables CBS's educational and scholarly mission through strategic and operational guidance and support, optimizing School resources through well-designed, transparent processes with a culture of respect for all.ResponsibilitiesStrategic and Operational Leadership * Partners with and serves in support of the Faculty Chair of Management to ensure strong operational and strategic management of the division. * Manages important moments (strategically and logistically) for all division members, including faculty, students, staff, and researchers, from welcoming and orienting to celebrating successes and managing transitions. * Fosters a healthy, supportive, and productive environment for faculty, staff, and students. * Works on a variety of projects assigned by the Chair related to divisional management.Financial Management and Budgeting * Works with the Financial Planning Office to maintain, reconcile, and troubleshoot the divisional budget and related budgets. * Works with the Dean's Office (Vice Dean for Administration and Assistant Dean for Faculty Affairs) to ensure that all financial policies and processes are applied appropriately in the division. * Provides overall financial management oversight in partnership with the Chair.Academic Scheduling and Curriculum Planning * Plans and coordinates the divisional teaching schedule for all MBA, EMBA, MS, and PhD courses. * Develops multi-year teaching and staffing plans for core and staple elective courses informed by curriculum data, student demand data, and faculty leave/sabbatical plans. * Ensures all course descriptions and materials are accurate and up to date. * Collects and analyzes data on enrollment and teaching trends to inform divisional planning and market

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