Program Manager - Executive DBA Programs

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 49,400 - 56,200; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston System is seeking a Program Manager for the Executive Doctorate in Business Administration program at the Bauer College of Business to assist in administration, event planning, contracts, and travel expenses.

Responsibilities include coordinating communications with participants and staff, managing program schedules, and handling procurement and budget processes per university policies, with evening/weekend availability during spring and fall semesters.

Qualifications

• Oversees program operations, staff supervision, and budget analysis.
• Plans procedures, procurement, contracts, and vendor coordination.
• Manages schedules, events, and communications with students and faculty.
• Develops program materials and social media content.
• Supports assessment, reporting, and marketing campaigns.
• Maintains confidentiality and professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communications with students and faculty regarding sessions and activities.
• Schedule and logistics for defenses, including calendar management.
• Oversee venue selection, contracts, and events planning for DBA events.
• Manage procurement process for program purchases with vendors and payments.
• Process and track student research reimbursements.
• Collaborate with Bauer Communications on marketing campaigns.
• Create content for program social media (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook).
• Update DBA program materials (handbook, calendars, resources).
• Available evenings and weekends for virtual classes and residencies.
• Assist with assessment including outcomes, evaluation, benchmarks.
• Collect and analyze data on prospective/admitted/denied students.
• Assist with budget planning, analysis, and reporting for the DBA program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft 365

Advanced in Excel

Graphic design

Written, verbal, and interpersonal

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Analytical, critical thinking, problem

Confidentiality and judgement

Education

Master’s degree in Education or Business

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Three years’ experience in student-facing higher education positions

Tools

Concur

SharePoint

ApplyWeb

Job description

The University of Houston System is seeking a Program Manager for the Executive Doctorate in Business Administration program at the Bauer College of Business to assist in administration, event planning, contracts, and travel expenses.

Responsibilities include coordinating communications with participants and staff, managing program schedules, and handling procurement and budget processes per university policies, with evening/weekend availability during spring and fall semesters.