Associate Director, Academic Partnerships

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

403d • $83,000 - $88,000

About The Position

The Associate Director of Academic Partnerships at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management is responsible for leading and managing the Executive MBA (EMBA) program across the Kellogg Global Network. This role involves strategic partnership development, operational execution, and ensuring a high-quality educational experience for students worldwide. The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders, oversight of academic compliance, and management of global elective offerings.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience working in a higher education academic setting.
• Experience managing people and programs within an academic setting.
• Advanced knowledge of the EMBA industry and the Global Network partnership.
• Ability to lead and oversee systemic change in organizational best practices.
• Knowledge of federal, state, university, and school compliance policies.

Nice To Haves

• 8+ years of progressive Higher Ed experience.
• Experience in Executive Education (EMBA) industry.
• Successful completion of a full course of study leading to an MBA or master's degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of EMBA global electives and alumni auditing for domestic and international partner campuses.
• Conduct ongoing evaluations of elective portfolio to identify areas of improvement.
• Design, implement, and adjust the elective portfolio for program optimization considering various factors.
• Manage global elective seat allocation system and ensure a fair and timely course registration process.
• Provide oversight and mentorship to program managers leading electives.
• Oversee international health, safety and security initiatives for EMBA staff and students.
• Partner with the Managing Director and various Kellogg department chairs to assign faculty to overseas class assignments.
• Manage registration systems, communication channels, timelines, staff training, and student communications.
• Build and maintain relationships with international partners to ensure successful implementation of the EMBA program.
• Manage financial arrangements with Global Network Partners.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition discounts
• Flexible work arrangements
• Childcare assistance
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree