Dean, School of Business and Management

Servant•Azusa, CA

11h

About The Position

Azusa Pacific University invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the School of Business and Management. This is a distinctive opportunity for a visionary, faith-driven academic leader to shape the future of business education at a university with strong momentum, strategic investment, and growing national visibility. Reporting to the Provost, the Dean will provide academic, strategic, and operational leadership for the School of Business and Management, including the endowed Leung School of Accounting. The Dean will work collaboratively with faculty, university leadership, external stakeholders, and the Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships to advance enrollment growth, industry engagement, experiential learning, and student outcomes. A central priority of this role is the strategic expansion of enrollment through outreach to industry partners, high schools, and faith-based and Christian organizations, positioning APU as a destination for students seeking a Christ-centered, career-ready business education. The Dean is expected to be externally focused, visible, and engaged with the business community. This leader will bring creativity, energy, and relevance to industry-facing initiatives such as Transformative Talks, the Student Investment Club, Study Abroad and Study Away programs, Meet the Firms, and other experiential platforms. These programs are essential to preparing students not only for their first job, but for meaningful careers and lives of purpose beyond graduation. Grounded in a Christian worldview, APU’s business programs integrate faith, ethics, leadership, and execution. The Dean will develop leaders who combine professional competence with moral clarity, humility, and a commitment to serve others in today’s global economy.

Requirements

Academic Credentials
An earned doctorate in business, technology, or a closely related field is preferred.
Candidates must demonstrate scholarly achievement appropriate for appointment as a full professor.
Candidates with a master’s degree may be eligible with sufficient professional experiences and accomplishments.
Leadership Experience
A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible academic leadership experience with demonstrated ability to inspire, align, and lead faculty and staff within a mission-driven institution.
Visionary Leadership
Demonstrated ability to articulate and implement a compelling vision for business education in a technology-driven world while remaining grounded in Christian values and principles.
Communication and Collaboration
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a transparent, approachable leadership style that builds trust across faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
Commitment to Innovation
A proven track record of identifying emerging trends in education and adapting curriculum and programs to advancing technologies and new business models.
Industry Engagement
Strong relationships across technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, and traditional business sectors with the ability to leverage industry connections to advance partnerships, curriculum relevance, and student outcomes.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership
Provide vision and leadership that positions the School of Business and Management as a leader in faith-integrated, technology-forward business education.
Lead strategic planning efforts that respond to evolving business models, workforce needs, and global market dynamics while advancing enrollment growth and external visibility.
Faith Integration
Ensure that curricular and co-curricular experiences reflect thoughtful and informed integration of Christian faith within business disciplines and professional practice.
Champion ethical leadership, stewardship, and Christ-centered decision-making in the marketplace.
Curriculum Innovation
Oversee the continuous evolution of academic programs to incorporate emerging technologies and practices including artificial intelligence, data analytics, digital marketing, fintech, and entrepreneurship.
Ensure students gain applied, real-world learning aligned with current and future industry needs.
Faculty Leadership and Development
Recruit, retain, and develop faculty who demonstrate excellence in teaching, scholarship, and faith integration.
Foster a collegial, high-performing academic culture that supports innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and academic distinction.
Student Success and Experiential Learning
Expand applied learning opportunities, including internships, simulations, competitions, and industry-connected projects.
Lead the continued growth and relevance of signature initiatives such as ZuVenturez, Transformative Talks, Study Abroad and Study Away programs, the Student Investment Club, and Meet the Firms.
Ensure graduates are well prepared for their careers, leadership responsibilities, and future life challenges.
Enrollment Growth and Outreach
Lead enrollment growth initiatives through coordinated outreach to industry partners, high schools, churches, and Christian organizations.
Collaborate closely with admissions teams to strengthen recruitment pipelines and market positioning.
External Engagement and Advancement
Serve as a visible ambassador for the School of Business and Management and the Leung School of Accounting with alumni, donors, corporate partners, and faith-aligned organizations.
Actively participate in fundraising and partnership development efforts, in collaboration with the university advancement team, to support innovation, technology, and student access.
Diverse Perspectives and Community Engagement
Promote a learning environment that values diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.
Support students and faculty from a wide range of populations and ensure that the School reflects respect, opportunity, and academic excellence for all.
Operational Excellence
Ensure sound fiscal stewardship, effective resource allocation, and continuous improvement.
Lead digital transformation efforts that enhance academic delivery, operational effectiveness, and student outcomes.
Research and Thought Leadership
Champion interdisciplinary research focused on innovation, emerging business models, and the digital transformation of organizations.
Promote scholarship that informs industry practice, ethical leadership, and public policy.