Lecturer BUS 300 - Business Professional Development (Fall 2026)
About The Position
The College of Business Administration at California State University San Marcos seeks part-time lecturers for Fall 2026 to teach Business 300: Business Professional Development, one of our Signature Programs. This required 2-unit course enhances students' professional skills by teaching interactive lessons pertaining to career exploration, soft skill development (i.e., employability skills), and job search strategies. This position requires facilitation skills that aim to increase our students' career confidence. The candidate should be professionally engaged for at least the past 8 years and have knowledge of industry trends for career development practices. This course is unlike other career development courses in that we incorporate executive coaching into the classroom requirements. Executive in Residences (EIR) Coaches work alongside instructors to ensure that students meet the required coaching requirements and self-reflective assignments. Recognizing that EIR Coaches are volunteers, candidates should be able to foster a team environment with assigned coaches and ensure timely and frequent communication.
Requirements
- A master's degree in business or related discipline
- Active current industry experience in business, management and recruiting, and/or career development experience
- Ability to facilitate large group discussions and/or experience in teaching or conducting workshops
- Proficiency in using technology including but not limited to video conferencing (e.g., Zoom, Teams), Microsoft Office (PPT), LinkedIn
- Willingness to adapt and be engaged in continuous learning and development
- Professionally engaged for at least the past 8 years
- Knowledge of industry trends for career development practices
- Working in the State of California is a condition of employment
Nice To Haves
- A doctorate or equivalent
- Professionally engaged through professional association affiliations and/or consulting services
- Previous teaching and coaching experience
- Demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate interactive lessons pertaining to career exploration, soft skill development, and job search strategies.
- Enhance students' career confidence.
- Foster a team environment with assigned EIR Coaches.
- Ensure timely and frequent communication with EIR Coaches.
Benefits
- Salary commensurate with degree level and experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
