Head of Online Programs Strategy & Launch

Ohio; Athens (OH); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver up to 100% for self and

Dependents

Excellent retirement plan with up to 4

12‑week parental leave program

Flexibility and flexplace policies

Professional development programs

Job summary

Ohio University is seeking a Director of Online Program Development to lead OHIO Online’s portfolio strategy in partnership with the Vice Provost for OHIO Online, academic colleges, and operations. The role emphasizes market research, financial and enrollment analysis, and project leadership to advance online academic offerings.

The Director will coordinate curriculum development, faculty affairs, and accreditation processes while ensuring programs meet standards and expand online enrollment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 10+ years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience conducting market research and competitive analysis to assess demand, differentiation, and opportunities for new or existing academic programs.
• Experience developing program pro formas, enrollment forecasts, and financial analyses to evaluate program feasibility, sustainability, and ROI.
• Experience developing, launching, evaluating, or optimizing online, adult, graduate, or other market-responsive academic programs.
• Ability translating market and financial data into actionable recommendations and communicating findings to academic and senior leaders.
• Experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives and collaborating with faculty and academic leaders to move programs from concept to launch.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and implements University academic programming and policy approval process.
• Reviews and analyzes existing programs to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Administers and evaluates the effectiveness of program achievements.
• Coordinates curriculum development, faculty affairs, and accreditation processes.
• May oversee core program components, curricula and/or instruction.

Skills

Market research

Competitive analysis

Program development

Enrollment forecasting

Financial analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Ohio University is seeking a Director of Online Program Development to lead OHIO Online’s portfolio strategy in partnership with the Vice Provost for OHIO Online, academic colleges, and operations. The role emphasizes market research, financial and enrollment analysis, and project leadership to advance online academic offerings.

The Director will coordinate curriculum development, faculty affairs, and accreditation processes while ensuring programs meet standards and expand online enrollment.