Business Finance, Department of Finance and Economics - Adjunct Faculty

University of Maryland Global Campus • Fayetteville, NC

8d • $806 - $1,645 • Onsite

About The Position

Adjunct Faculty Business Finance Department of Finance and Economics UMGC Stateside Location: Fayetteville, NC University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site at Fayetteville, NC, for the Finance and Economics program. Specifically, we are seeking faculty for the following course(s): Finance for General Managers (FINC 331): A n applied study of financial concepts and tools for managerial decision-making. The objective is to interpret finance and accounting documents and apply that information to sound business decision making. Topics include financial statement analysis, forecasting, cost behavior, time value of money, capital budgeting, financial ratios, and risk/return assessment. Emphasis is on practical applications to evaluate performance and investment opportunities and support effective business communication. UMGC is committed to helping students achieve success not only with us, but also in their professional fields. As a result, we actively seek faculty members who are scholar-practitioners: professionals who are actively and successfully engaged in their field who additionally wish to help the next generation of professionals grow in their knowledge and expertise through education. The Finance and Economics Program at UMGC Please visit the following link to learn more about this program, including its description, outcomes, and coursework: https://www.umgc.edu/academic-programs/course-information.cfm?course=FINC Faculty Training at UMGC We are committed to your professional success at UMGC. Each new faculty member is required to successfully complete our online two-week new faculty orientation, FacDev 411, as a condition of hire. The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. 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. Workplace Accommodations: The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall, based on disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of the University, or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGC’s Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at [email protected] .

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business, Finance or Economics, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Professional experience in Finance or related field
• This position is specifically to teach on-site at Fayetteville, NC.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred
• Terminal degree in Business, Finance or Economics, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Industry Designations/Certifications including the CFP, CFA, CMA and/or CAIA
• If selected, candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation/degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor.

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• NOTE: Adjuncts are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates. Adjuncts would be responsible for the total cost if enrolled.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans : include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees