Program Directors ( Mba And Information Systems)

Canterbury Institute of Management (CIM) is seeking to employ Program Directors in MBA in Information Systems. 

Brief Description of Role

The Program Director provides professional management of all course work in their discipline delivered at the Institute. The Program Director reports to and supports the Dean and Deputy Dean in ensuring high quality teaching and learning outcomes with a focus on continuing improvement. The Program Director is a member of the Executive Management Team as well as the Course & Industry Advisory Committee, and the Teaching & Learning Committee.

Responsibilities

· Contribute to the recruitment and management of academic staff;

· Contribute to academic induction and student orientation each term of study;

· Deliver courses in the undergraduate/graduate programs as required;

· Contribute to the structured professional development of academic and other staff;

· Assess and advise on student applications for advanced standing;

· Oversee and report on student assessment and the internal and external moderation of assessment;

· Contribute to regular external benchmarking;

· Manage the annual review of coursework in line with the Planning and Review Policy and any other related policy documents;

· Monitor CIM Learning Management System (Moodle)for each course ensuring that students have timely access to all learning resources;

· Ensure that academic staff have access to required learning and teaching resources;

· Contribute to the development of timetables for each semester in consultation with academic staff;

· Liaise with academic staff in ensuring student progress including monitoring attendance records;

· Manage allegations of academic misconduct and maintain appropriate records in accordance with the Academic Integrity & Honesty Policy;

· Organise examination papers and for relevant courses;

· Ensure accurate records of student results and grades for each semesterand prepare semester assessment reports;

· Oversee and report on student satisfaction surveys and staff satisfaction surveys for each term of study;

· Provide course specific advice to students as required ensuring academic progression and eligibility for graduation;

· Ensure prescribed and recommended texts per course are available to students and staff prior to commencement of semester;

· Compile regular reports on assessment, course review and moderation for the Teaching & Learning Committee, Course & Industry Advisory Committee as well as the Campus Director & Dean;

· Comply with CIM policies;

· Other duties as required by the Dean.

Essential Criteria

· A doctoral level postgraduate qualification in Accounting or Project Management or Information Systems.

· Comprehensive experience and strong achievement in higher education teaching.

· Record of scholarly activity demonstrated through research, publication, professional association membership and professional development.

· Experience in managing academic staff and ability to work collaboratively.

· Excellent communication skills.

· Demonstrable commitment to academic scholarship and professional development.

Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion

CIM is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, bullying, vilification and victimisation. CIM makes decisions on employment, promotion and reward on the basis of merit.

CIM is committed to all aspects of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and to providing all staff, students, contractors, volunteers and visitors with a safe, respectful and rewarding environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, vilification and victimisation.

CIM values diversity because we recognise that the differences in our people’s age, race, ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, physical ability and background bring richness to our work environment.

Application Process

Please ensure your application includes the following:

• Statement addressing each of the essential criteria
• Brief covering letter outlining your suitability for the role

Current curriculum vitae/resume which should include:

- full name, address, telephone number and email address;

- details of education, professional training and qualifications;

- employment history, including present position and details of relevant professional, consulting or industry experience;

- names and contact details of referees;

- research interests and list of publications;

- research grants awarded and any other relevant information, such as offices held in professional bodies, community services.