Senior Executive MBA Programmes Manager at University of Oxford

Saïd Business School is seeking a Senior Executive MBA Programmes Manager who will report to the Associate Director of the Executive MBA Programme. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of the Executive MBA programme in both Oxford and international locations.

The Executive MBA Programme at Saïd Business School is renowned worldwide and attracts students from over 30 countries. It is known for its academic excellence and its practical approach to problem-solving in today’s disruptive business environment. The part-time programme provides students with a strong foundation in core business principles, expands their perspectives, and empowers them to make a significant impact in their respective fields. The EMBA students are mature and highly articulate, and they have high expectations for their education and learning experience.

As one of two senior programme managers, the postholder will have a wide range of responsibilities. This includes overseeing the student journey, managing academic course scheduling, maintaining relationships with faculty and stakeholders, managing contracts with suppliers and partners, and providing exceptional student care and service. The role also involves resource management and ensuring that all activities are within budget and adhere to established processes. Additionally, the role requires providing leadership, direction, motivation, and development opportunities for team members through both direct line management and matrix management.

The ideal candidate for this position will be an innovative and inspirational leader with a proven track record in delivering programmes and events. They must have experience collaborating with various stakeholders and be committed to excellence, process improvement, and exceptional student care.

This is an exciting time to join the team at Saïd Business School, as innovative ideas are constantly being implemented to enhance the award-winning programme. The successful candidate will be part of a high-performing, positive, and professional team.

Some of the key responsibilities for this role include:

– Managing key aspects of the student learning experience, including faculty engagement and the strategic delivery of course sequencing.
– Leading large, complex projects and events such as programme inductions, ceremonies, alumni activities, and programme reviews.
– Building and maintaining excellent relationships with internal departments and external stakeholders to improve operations and services.
– Managing and developing a team of staff members, including recruitment, training, and performance management.

For more information on this role and how to apply, please refer to the job description. If you would like to discuss the role further before applying, please contact Jenny Worwood, Associate Director of the EMBA Programme, at jenny.worwood@sbs.ox.ac.uk.

At Saïd Business School, we value the happiness and wellbeing of our employees, and we offer a range of family-friendly and financial benefits, including flexible working arrangements, a generous pension scheme, ample annual leave, childcare services, family leave schemes, a cycle loan scheme, membership to social and sports clubs, and discounted travel options.

All applications must include a CV, a cover letter or supporting statement addressing each of the essential criteria, and details of your current salary