Strategic Assistant Dean — FT & MS Graduate Admissions

Southern Methodist University (SMU); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SMU is seeking an on-campus Assistant Dean for the Cox School of Business to drive growth and competitiveness of its FT MBA and MS programs. You will oversee admissions, yield, and enrollment while aligning with senior leadership and marketing.

The role requires a master’s degree, MBA preferred, and a minimum ten years of experience with three in management. The position involves evening/weekend events, travel, budget management, and collaboration with stakeholders across the university to

Qualifications

• The position requires a Master's degree; MBA preferred for deeper business insight.
• At least ten years of professional experience with a minimum of three years in management.
• Some admissions experience is preferred, ideally in MBA admissions.

Responsibilities

• Lead FT MBA and MS program strategy, marketing, recruitment, and budgeting.
• Provide day-to-day leadership for admissions teams and lifecycle processes.
• Collaborate with Cox stakeholders to align strategy and operations.
• Represent the programs to external partners and industry.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Public speaking

Budget management

Leadership

Project management

Education

Master's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Slate

Salesforce

Job description

SMU is seeking an on-campus Assistant Dean for the Cox School of Business to drive growth and competitiveness of its FT MBA and MS programs. You will oversee admissions, yield, and enrollment while aligning with senior leadership and marketing.

The role requires a master’s degree, MBA preferred, and a minimum ten years of experience with three in management. The position involves evening/weekend events, travel, budget management, and collaboration with stakeholders across the university to