Executive Director-Executive Education Programs

Inside Higher Ed; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 127,257 - 173,068; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Atlanta seeks an Executive Director to lead its Executive Education Programs. This role requires a Master's degree and over ten years of experience. The ideal candidate will develop strategies for market expansion, ensure client satisfaction, and manage program operations. A focus on revenue growth and cultivating corporate partnerships is essential. The position supports a high-impact educational portfolio, and competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ten or more years of job-related experience.
• Skills in sales, revenue generation, marketing, management, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to identify new market opportunities.
• Build partnerships with corporate clients to expand program reach.
• Establish vision for operational excellence.
• Oversee budgetary and financial reporting.

Skills

Sales skills

Revenue generation

Marketing

Management

Leadership

Customer service

Budget administration

Decision-making

Coaching

Communication

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

Executive Director – Executive Education Programs

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Job Summary

Provide strategic leadership, expertise, and support for Executive Non-Degree Programs within the Scheller College of Business. Responsible for driving revenue growth, ensuring client satisfaction, and expanding Georgia Tech’s Executive Education portfolio, including custom and open enrollment offerings. Establish departmental goals, determine resource needs, assess performance, and provide feedback to ensure operational excellence and revenue achievement. This position will interact regularly with faculty, staff, alumni, and corporate clients. The position typically will advise and counsel faculty, staff, and corporate partners and supervise assigned staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to identify new market opportunities, build partnerships with corporate clients, and expand program reach regionally and globally. Drive revenue generation through proactive business development, competitive pricing, and strategic positioning of programs to meet evolving market needs.
• Develop in‑person and online open enrollment programs, increase participation, and explore new curriculum opportunities.
• Collaborate with other leaders in all aspects of academic issues, curricular design, faculty assignments, and program innovations.
• Serve as external representative for the programs to prospective candidates, clients, alumni, executives, and business leaders.
• Establish vision for operational excellence.
• Establish policies, protocols, and procedures to streamline and consistently improve programs.
• Manage internal functions of program office, including budgetary oversight, financial and operational reporting, etc.
• Lead the executive education team and manage staff functions and development.
• Maintain and cultivate corporate partnerships to ensure high-quality customized programs.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements: Master’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience: Ten or more years of job-related experience.

Skills: Knowledge, skills, and abilities: skills in sales, revenue generation, marketing, management, organization, leadership, customer service, budget administration, and the use of office-related computer applications. General management skills in business development, coaching, communication, and decision-making within an academic context.

Additional Requirements

Job Grade: A14. Location: Atlanta, GA. Salary Range: $127,257 – $173,068 annually. Position notes: Supervisory; has financial responsibilities; may travel; requires purchasing card (P‑Card). Background check required.

About Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. It encourages applicants whose values align with its Strategic Plan, which includes academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university with more than 45,000 students and significant research awards. It ranks among the nation’s top 20 universities for research and development spending and is No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech’s Mission and Values

• Students are our top priority.
• We strive for excellence.
• We thrive on diversity.
• We celebrate collaboration.
• We champion innovation.
• We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.
• We nurture the well-being of our community.
• We act ethically.
• We are responsible stewards.

About The Scheller College of Business

Established over a century ago, the Scheller College of Business is a leader in education, research, and innovation that advances business and improves the human condition. Strategically positioned at the intersection of business and technology, Scheller develops forward-thinking leaders who harness technology to create value and drive business impact. Its location in Midtown Atlanta’s Technology Square provides access to startups and corporate innovators, and it offers AACSB-accredited programs and interdisciplinary dual degrees. Scheller also provides custom corporate and open enrollment Executive Education programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Tech is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. In accordance with federal and state law, the Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination based on race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin to the extent required by law. For more information, see the University System of Georgia policy manual and the Office of Equal Opportunity.

USG Core Values

Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that the University System of Georgia does. All members of the system are responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. See the USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 for more details.

Background Check

Successful candidates must be able to pass a background check which will include a credit check. Please visit the pre-employment screening page for more details.