Director of Professional Education & Partnerships

Northwestern University

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 92,000 - 102,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Northwestern University is seeking a Director of Professional Education within the School of Professional Studies in Chicago to provide strategic leadership for non-credit programs. You will guide program development, partnerships, and academic quality while managing budgets and collaborating across departments.

The role supervises a small team, develops new programs, and drives market-responsive offerings in professional education for adult learners.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in people, projects, and budgets.
Experience in academic environments supporting education programs or corporate training/professional development.

Responsibilities

Develop strategic direction for non-credit professional education programs.
Lead partnerships with industry and academic entities to grow offerings.
Oversee curriculum development and faculty recruitment for SPS programs.
Manage budgets and pricing strategies for programs; forecast revenues and expenses.
Collaborate with SPS departments to optimize operations and student outcomes.
Support development and enforcement of academic policies and quality standards.
Monitor enrollment data and develop yearly program offerings with stakeholders.
Lead high-level projects aligned with SPS mission as requested by Dean/Associate Dean.