Contracted Faculty of Practice (Adjunct): Business Management - On-Campus

Concordia University, St. Paul; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Concordia University, St. Paul invites applications for a Faculty position to teach MAN 425 Managing Talent & Leading Change in the Undergraduate Business program. The course runs 1/11/2027 - 5/5/2027 with in-person sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 9:20 AM.

The appointment is face-to-face, 3 credits, with a total compensation of $3,750 for the term. Candidates should meet the stated education and experience requirements and will work with a collaborative academic team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in business or related field, or equivalent tested experience.
• Terminal degree in related field preferred.
• Experience: 10,000 hours in content area or 18 graduate credits toward terminal degree.
• Face-to-face teaching experience preferred for in-person courses.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate quality student learning through teaching assigned courses.
• Increase student engagement by maintaining a regular presence in the course.
• Provide timely feedback on course assessments within the LMS system.
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours on business days.
• Collaborate with advising and career development to support students.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Follow university and academic unit policies and procedures.

Skills

Teaching

Student engagement

Feedback

Collaboration

Policy compliance

Education

Master's degree in business or related field

Terminal degree preferred

Job description

Position Overview:

Faculty at Concordia University, St. Paul work as members of an academic team of full- and part-time colleagues to consistently deliver high-quality instruction to students. Faculty are expected to demonstrate innovation and excellence in course instruction, foster an atmosphere of active intellectual and creative engagement with students in and out of the classroom, and support the Christian mission of the university. With students at the center of the university’s mission, delivering a high-quality student experience is a top priority of the Concordia learning community.

Course Description:

MAN 425 Managing Talent & Leading Change- This course emphasizes the vital role of Human Resources in driving organizational success. Students will explore HR strategies for talent acquisition, development, and retention while examining the dynamics of change management within a business context. Through case studies, interactive discussions, and hands‑on projects, participants will learn how effective HR practices can identify and nurture talent, foster a culture of innovation, and implement successful change initiatives. This course equips students with the tools to become strategic HR leaders, capable of navigating the complexities of workforce management and organizational transformation.

Class Dates/Times:

1/11/2027 - 5/5/2027:Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:00AM - 9:20AM

Modality:

Face‑to‑face

# of Credits:

3 credits

Total Compensation:

$3,750

Program/College:

Undergraduate Business; College of Business, Sciences, and Technology

Course Instruction Responsibilities:

• Facilitate quality student learning through teaching assigned courses.
• Increase student course engagement by providing a positive and regular presence within the course (at least four days per week for online courses) by engaging students through course activities and ongoing availability to provide student support.
• Provide substantive and timely feedback on course assessments, following academic unit and university guidelines, within the Learning Management System, typically within five business days of the assessments’ due dates.
• Respond to student inquiries typically within 24 hours during business days unless otherwise specified at the college level (48 hours on weekends, with closer monitoring if assignments are due during the weekend or on Monday).
• Work collaboratively in a supportive academic environment, partnering with academic advising, career development, and the academic team to ensure each student has the resources they need to succeed.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
• Follow the university and academic unit’s policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Education Required: Options: (1) Master's degree in business or related field, (2) Master's degree in an unrelated field can be acceptable if the colleague meets Required (Tested) Experience requirement.
• Education Preferred: Terminal degree in related field
• Experience Required: (1) For colleagues possessing a doctorate or master's degree in a business related discipline, tested experience is not required. (2) For colleagues possessing an unrelated advanced degree (e.g., master's in education), tested experience is required. Tested experience requires 10,000 hours in the content area of the course or successful completion of 18 graduate credits toward a terminal degree program.
• Experience Preferred: For face‑to‑face courses, previous on‑campus teaching experience preferred. For online courses, online teaching experience preferred.
• Additional Certifications/Licensures: No certificates required

Supplemental Information:

It is the policy of CSP to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
However, CSP is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CSP reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religious tenets.
The mission of Concordia University, St Paul, a university of The Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod, is to prepare students for thoughtful and informed living, for dedicated service to God and humanity, and for enlightened care of God's creation, all within the context of the Christian gospel. This mission is rooted in academic excellence and Christian vocation.
The vision of Concordia University, Saint Paul, is to be acknowledged as the leading Lutheran university offering exceptional opportunities for students from all backgrounds who seek relevant career preparation and a challenging academic experience coupled with the insights of Lutheran theology.
Promise to Students Concordia University, Saint Paul, empowers you to discover and engage your purpose for life, career and service, in a dynamic, multicultural, urban environment, where Christ is honored, all are welcome, and Lutheran convictions inform intellectual inquiry and academic pursuits.
Concordia University owns a 41-acre campus just West of Downtown St. Paul with easy access to light‑rail and bus transportation. Only blocks away from popular Summit and Grand Avenues, restaurants, shopping, and cultural activities abound. Concordia is known to have one of the most racially and ethnically diverse university student bodies in the state of Minnesota.

CSP prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.csp.edu/student-life/title-ix/