Stanford Graduate School of Business – Stanford Seed
Stanford’s Graduate School of Business has built a global reputation based on its immersive and innovative management programs. We provide students a transformative leadership experience, pushing the boundaries of knowledge with faculty research, and offering a portfolio of entrepreneurial and non-degree programs that deliver global impact like no other. We are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in service of our mission of developing innovative, principled, and insightful leaders who change lives, change organizations, and change the world. We invite you to be part of this mission.
Stanford Seed (of the Stanford Graduate School of Business) seeks an Associate Director, Global Operations. The Associate Director will lead and drive efforts to continuously improve Seed’s global hiring, training and HR processes for current and new Seed locations across Africa and Asia. S/he will also lead the annual project planning and execution of recruitment for participants for the Transformation Program. The Associate Director, Global Operations will also be responsible for reviewing and preparing contract documents (HR, participant agreements, services), budget guidance, and serve as Seed’s risk management lead. This role will report directly to Seed’s Global Director, and work closely with Global HR, Risk Management, and our teams at the GSB and in South Asia, East, West and Southern Africa. The Associate Director, Global Operations will contribute to the continued strengthening and success of Seed’s diverse global team.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a mission-driven and dynamic global group of teams and individuals. As we continue to deliver upon our ambitious mission and vision, success for this role will lead to the improved performance of the teams and individuals, as well as the quality of participants in Stanford Seed’s flagship Transformation Program. This important and new role will demand much initiative, creativity and resilience of the successful candidate.
Primary responsibilities include:
Working in collaboration with Global HR and regional teams, manage and optimize the hiring processes for all global hires. Drive the ongoing improvement of and lead Seed’s Global onboarding, training, development and offboarding processes. For new regions, lead the hiring processes to bring on the initial team.
Lead the project planning and execution of Seed’s annual Transformation Program admissions process for Africa and South Asia. For new regions, develop, project manage, and implement, the admissions process end-to-end for the first cohort.
Oversee relationship with Risk Management with respect to international operations. Review and/or draft all contracts for which Seed Global Operations is accountable, consulted or informed.
In alignment with overall strategy, drive, design, and lead creation of annual compensation budgets for each region with the support of Global HR and the Global
Director. Support Seed Global Operations and Finance in ensuring the execution of programs in alignment with strategy and budget.
To be successful in this position, you will bring:
Bachelor’s degree and five years relevant experience or a combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated ability to establish priorities, manage shifting priorities, and handle numerous time-sensitive projects with multiple deadlines.
Ability to accomplish goals working through formal and informal channels, with diplomacy and tactfulness.
Exciting opportunity to make significant research contributions to the University of Sydney Business School and the University of Sydney.
Located in the University of Sydney Business School, Darlington
5-year, fixed term position with an attractive remuneration package
About the opportunity
The Deputy Dean (Research) will be joining at a key time for our institution, as the University enters a new ten-year strategic cycle (Sydney in 2032) and as the Business School continues to work towards our own School-level strategy which is built upon the principles of responsible management education. The Business School and the wider University Executive have experienced future-focused leadership renewal in recent months, including the appointment in December 2022 of Professor Leisa Sargent as Dean of the University of Sydney Business School and Professor Lemuria Carter as Deputy Dean of the University of Sydney Business School.
With a range of top-ranked programs and prestigious triple accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, the University of Sydney Business School is in the top 1% of business schools worldwide and is a global leader in business and management education. We are also one of the Asia-Pacific region’s premier centres for engaged and innovative business education and research. Building on our strong alliances with industry, government and social enterprise the Business School is pursuing an ambitious strategic direction as a thought leader in the development of innovative, responsible, and sustainable responses to emerging domestic and global business challenges. Our recent trajectory has also been marked by ever closer engagement with industry, international partners and further building our research enterprise for scholarly and societal impact.
The Deputy Dean (Research) is a key member of the University of Sydney Business School leadership team, providing academic leadership, and contributing to strategy, operations, financial management, and to internal stakeholder and external stakeholder engagement, and deputising for the Dean (as required). A key responsibility of this role is to contribute to the development, promotion, and implementation of high-quality research strategies with the overall goal being to build our research enterprise, attract and retain outstanding research teams and research students who will contribute to the societal impact and the faculty’s academic standing. Priorities going forward are to lead the implementation of the Business School’s research strategy and ensure workplace safety, health, and well-being for our staff and students, and develop research leadership capabilities in the Business School.
Established in 2016, with the aim of being the leading business school in Africa, ABS is part of Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). ABS supports the transformation of organizations through Research, Advisory and Learning, thus shaping the strategies, operating models, and societal impact of Moroccan and African organizations.
Dedicated to creating the continent’s future leaders through training, research, and innovation, ABS aspires to make its graduates confident in responding to the most crucial challenges facing Africa and the world.
Africa Business School introduces a distinctive perspective to leadership and research aiming for its graduates to develop analytical and practical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, cognitive, and emotional, managerial and technological.
Target Candidate:
Recent research-minded graduates with a completed Master’s degree or equivalent and a strong academic background who wish to pursue research in an African context.
Faculty and researchers from African universities, who do not have a PhD degree yet are also encouraged to apply.
Access to world-class research and training: Our PhD students will benefit from access to cutting-edge research, training, and expertise.
Global competitiveness: Our PhD students will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to be competitive in a global job market.
Professional development and networking opportunities: Our PhD students will have the opportunity to develop their professional networks by engaging with peers from around the world
International network of world-class partner business schools.
PhD co-supervision by leading international scholars available for the best candidates.
International conference participation is integral part of the program.
Supplementary PhD research training at a top-rated international partner business school for the best candidates.
Stanford Institute for Innovation for Developing Economies (“Stanford Seed”) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Seed Spark Community Manager.
The Community Manager is based remotely in India.The Seed Spark Community Manager will serve as a key staff member responsible for the growing and nurturing the network of stakeholders of the Stanford Seed Spark program. Seed Spark is an online entrepreneurship program designed by Stanford GSB and offered by Stanford Seed to help budding entrepreneurs running early-stage startups to scale their businesses.
The position reports to the Blended Learning Program Manager, Seed South Asia.
The Community Manager will be directly responsible for:
Manage, nurture and grow high-value external relationships with strategic importance to the institution.
Identify, negotiate, oversee signing, and support.
Spark collaborators, mentors, and potential investors to achieve success in working with Seed Spark.
Ensure continuity of institutional and interpersonal contact with existing and prospective Spark collaborators, mentors, investors and Spark network entrepreneurs.Nurture/sustain a growing network of Spark startups and mentors.
Propose a network strategy, organize and/or participate in outreach activities that may include developing communications (digital/in-print), planning promotional events and in-person meetups for past participants in Seed Spark and others.
Plan and coordinate network elements within schedule and budget.
Manage network communication channels to actively engage network chapter members, mentors, and collaborators.
Lead impact data collection efforts, by executing strategies to collect and analyze data from network members, mentors and collaborators.
Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time based on organizational requirements.
To be successful in this position, you will need:
Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
Exposure or work experience to the startup ecosystem, especially to entrepreneurship support organizations.
Demonstrated ability to grow organizational networks and work with multiple stakeholders including collaborators/partners external to the organization.
Experience working with business leaders who volunteer to mentor high-potential entrepreneurs running early-stage startups.Demonstrated familiarity with office software and email applications.
Proficiency in Google Workspace tools (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides), Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multi-task, take initiative and ownership and operate with limited supervision.
Demonstrated excellent organizational and administrative skillsCreativity, familiarity with media tools such as Adobe Creative cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Express), Canvas.
Experience managing social networking platforms and performing the admin role of social media networks like LinkedIn, Facebook, Workplace, Twitter, YouTube.Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service, persuasion and interpersonal skills.
In addition, preferred requirements include:
Experience with Zoom, NovoEd, Form Assembly, email automation software (e.g. Mailchimp), Salesforce, Asana, website maintenance tools (e.g. WordPress, Wix).
Experience in online or blended learning courses/programs either as a student or part of a team conducting such courses/programs.
Highly effective written and oral communication skills to address a wide variety of audiences.
Demonstrated resilience, diplomacy, influence, relationship building, and problem-solving skills in a variety of situations.
Keen grasp of interpersonal and impact awareness.
Prior knowledge in entrepreneurship and management discipline/domain is a plus.
The Africa Business School (ABS) at Mohammed IV Polytechnic University (UM6P, Morocco, Rabat Campus) is recruiting PhD Students in Energy Economics, Finance, Marketing, Strategy, Operations and Supply Chains, Organizational Behavior, Sustainability, and Tourism.
We are looking for recent research-minded graduates with a completed master’s degree or equivalent and a strong academic background who wish to pursue research in the African context. Faculty and researchers from African universities, who do not have a PhD degree yet are also encouraged to apply.
The Asian Institute of Management has available open rank faculty positions (Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor/Clinical Professor) in the area of Financial Technology (Fintech)
Academic Qualifications (Essential)
A doctoral degree in Finance, Information System, Computational Finance or related field with emphasis on financial technologies are required for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor ranks. A masters degree is required for Clinical Professors.
Professional Experience Gained in an International Environment (Desirable)
Professional experience in applied and theoretical financial technologies. Experts and consultants in Financial Technologies are especially encouraged to apply.
Areas of Expertise
Demonstrable expertise in the field of financial technologies, computational finance, behavioral finance, financial econometrics, capital formation, digital forensics, algorithmic trading.
Desirable areas of expertise and specific research interests may include:
Computational finance
Machine learning applied to finance
Cryptocurrencies and coin offerings
Blockchain
Information markets
Financial innovation
Fintech regulation
Finance-related research that utilizes artificial intelligence, machine learning, and quantitative finance approaches
The faculty is also expected to actively engage in various Program, School, and Institute committees and participate in community service.
Applicants must apply online by submitting their 1) letter of interest and 2) a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, including educational background, work and/or consulting experience, and a list of the applicant’s research publications.
The Assistant Dean of Graduate Admissions is responsible for the successful leadership and management, according to the strategic direction established by the Freeman School and its Faculty, of the operational units that administer graduate admissions currently housed on the New Orleans campus. This includes the units of Graduate Admissions/Financial Aid. The Assistant Dean of Graduate Admissions reports to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Programs.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the processes and systems employed by graduate business schools to recruit and admit with respect to educational opportunities and career entry and development.
Proven leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative manner.• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with systems, software, and technologies commonly used to effectively and efficiently manage recruiting and admissions.
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally.
Required Education and/or Experience
An MBA degree or other graduate degree in business or a related discipline;
At least ten years of experience in graduate business education, including at least five years of significant managerial/supervisory experience.
Asian Institute of Management has available open rank and full-time faculty positions in the field of Information Technology.
Faculty member reports to the Associate Dean of the Institute. Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Academic Qualifications (Essential)
Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree at the time of appointment from an internationally accredited university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related discipline, with a publishing track record in International Journals.
Professional Experience Gained in an International Environment (Desirable)
Professional experience in the field of Information Technology, Project Management, Systems Development and relevant fields, and a Project Management Professional is desirable.
Teaching Experience (Desirable)
Local or international business school teaching experience (preferably at AACSB- or EQUIS-accredited schools at postgraduate level is desirable)
Experience in teaching at the graduate level
Practices participant-centered learning
Familiarity with teaching and developing online courses
The faculty is also expected to actively engage in various Program, School, and Institute committees and participate in community service. Excellent interpersonal, communication and management skills are also required. Faculty members have the following teaching, research, and citizenship responsibilities.
Applicants must apply online by submiting their 1) letter of interest and 2) a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, including educational background, work and/or consulting experience, and a list of the applicant’s research publications.
The Asian Institute of Management has an available open rank faculty position in the area of Entrepreneurship.
Faculty member reports to the Associate Dean of the Institute. Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Academic Qualifications (Essential)
A doctorate degree in Entrepreneurship, Management, Strategy, or related field with an international publishing track record.
Teaching Experience (Desirable)
Local or international business school teaching experience (preferably at AACSB- or EQUIS-accredited schools at postgraduate level is desirable)
Experience in teaching courses at the graduate level
Practices participant centered learning
Familiarity with teaching and developing online courses
The faculty is also expected to actively engage in various Program, School, and Institute committees and participate in community service. Excellent interpersonal, communication and management skills are also required. Faculty members have the following teaching, research, and citizenship responsibilities:
Teaching Responsibilities
Undertake teaching in degree and non-degree programs
Play a significant role in the design, development, planning, and review of courses, modules, etc. for degree and non-degree programs
Provide general guidance and support to students, and give timely and relevant feedback
Mentor students undertaking capstone projects, learning labs, and other projects or activities
Research Responsibilities
Aim to be recognized as a thought leader in their chosen field, developing and maintaining an external profile appropriate to the discipline
Perform research and scholarly activities and remain current
Undertake research and publish in internationally recognized peer-reviewed journals
Applicants must apply online by submitting their 1) letter of interest and 2) a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, including educational background, work and/or consulting experience, and a list of the applicant’s research publications.
The Asian Institute of Management has an available open rank faculty position in the area of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.
Faculty member reports to the Associate Dean of the Institute. Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Academic Qualifications (Essential)
A doctoral degree in mathematics, computer science, artificial intelligence, physics, statistics or related quantitative field with an international publishing track record
Professional Experience Gained in an International Environment (Desirable)
Professional experience in applied and theoretical statistics and other data science relevant fields
Teaching Responsibilities
Undertake teaching in degree and non-degree programs
Play a significant role in the design, development, planning, and review of courses, modules, etc. for degree and non-degree programs
Provide general guidance and support to students, and give timely and relevant feedback
Mentor students undertaking capstone projects, learning labs, and other projects or activities
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants must apply online by submitting their 1) letter of interest and 2) a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, including educational background, work and/or consulting experience, and a list of the applicant’s research.
