Assistant Dean, Graduate Recruitment & Partnerships

Chapman University; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapman University seeks an experienced Assistant Dean of Graduate Recruitment and Business Development to lead graduate enrollment and external partnerships for the Argyros College of Business and Economics. The role blends strategy, marketing oversight, and executive-level relationship-building with corporate partners.

Reporting to the Dean, the ideal candidate holds an MBA, boasts a proven track record in sales leadership, and has deep connections in the Orange County business community to

Qualifications

• MBA required with AACSB accreditation.
• Demonstrated leadership and sales leadership experience.
• Strong ability to identify market trends and recruit graduate students.
• Proven ability to represent the college with corporate partners and donors.

Responsibilities

• Lead graduate recruitment strategies to meet enrollment targets.
• Collaborate with Marketing to develop materials and campaigns.
• Develop partnerships and enterprise education opportunities with corporate partners.
• Meet annual revenue targets and report outcomes to senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic communication

Market trend identification

Relationship building with corporate

Education

MBA (AACSB Accredited)

Job description

Chapman University seeks an experienced Assistant Dean of Graduate Recruitment and Business Development to lead graduate enrollment and external partnerships for the Argyros College of Business and Economics. The role blends strategy, marketing oversight, and executive-level relationship-building with corporate partners.

Reporting to the Dean, the ideal candidate holds an MBA, boasts a proven track record in sales leadership, and has deep connections in the Orange County business community to