Dean, School of Business

About the role

The Dean of the School of Business at American International University (AIU) provides strategic, academic, and administrative leadership to deliver high‑quality business education. Reporting to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean oversees faculty, programs, and operations, ensuring alignment with AIU’s mission and global standards.

Key responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and management for the School of Business, including oversight of full‑time and adjunct faculty, academic programs, and administrative operations.
• Lead curriculum development, course scheduling, program assessment, and continuous improvement of degree offerings to ensure academic excellence and market relevance.
• Manage the School’s budget, resource allocation, and strategic planning.
• Drive faculty recruitment, mentoring, performance review, and professional development.
• Promote a culture of research and scholarship; support faculty and student research activities.
• Maintain and engage the Business Advisory Committee to align programs with industry needs and employer expectations.
• Lead and coordinate accreditation efforts and quality assurance activities, including familiarity with American accreditation frameworks such as AACSB.
• Ensure the School’s website and public communications accurately reflect programs, achievements, and student opportunities.
• Foster industry and community partnerships, internships, and experiential learning opportunities for students.
• Represent the School in university leadership meetings and contribute to institution‑wide strategic initiatives.
• Promote student success, retention, progression, and graduate employability through data‑informed academic leadership.

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