Director of MBA Centre, Xiamen University Malaysia
Xiamen University Malaysia
Sepang, Selangor
Permanent
Full-time
21 days ago
Director of MBA Centre,Xiamen University Malaysia Overview Of Xiamen University Malaysia Xiamen University (XMU), established in 1921, is the first university founded by an overseas Chinese in the history of modern Chinese education. As one of the China's leading research universities, XMU is ranked #247 in Best Global Universities at US News Best Global Universities 2022-2023. Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) is an international branch campus of XMU, located in the Greater Kuala Lumpur, which is one of the most developed economic, cultural, and transportation centres in Southeast Asia and the best place in the world for expats (Expat City Ranking 2021). Being the first Chinese university branch campus in Malaysia, XMUM aspires to become a university with a distinct global outlook, featuring first-class teaching and research, and embracing cultural diversity. XMUM is now seeking highly motivated, committed, and qualified individuals for the position of Director of MBA Centre to join our diverse and dynamic faculty. Job Description Overview : As the Director of MBA Centre, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the strategic direction of the MBA Centre at XMUM. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the MBA program, ensuring its quality, relevance, and alignment with the institution's goals. Your leadership will be essential in fostering academic excellence, industry partnerships, and student success within the MBA Centre. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement strategic plans to advance the objectives of the MBA Centre in alignment with XMUM's vision and mission. Take charge of designing, developing, and refining the MBA program to address present and future market needs, while upholding academic rigor and relevance. Provide effective leadership to a diverse team of academics and professionals, fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence in teaching and research. Ensure compliance with accreditation standards set by the relevant Malaysian and Chinese regulatory bodies and pursue opportunities for international recognition and benchmarking. Collaborate with internal departments, industry partners, and other relevant institutions to enhance the reputation and visibility of the MBA Centre. Work closely with the Student Recruitment team to recruit students to the MBA program and implement initiatives to support student retention and success. Oversee budget planning and resource allocation for the MBA Centre, optimizing financial performance while ensuring fiscal responsibility. Implement processes for continuous program evaluation, feedback collection, and improvement, staying abreast of industry trends and best practices. Drive initiatives to internationalize the MBA program, including international partnerships, exchange programs, and global learning opportunities for students. Serve as the primary representative and advocate for the MBA Centre, XMUM, at industry events, and in relevant professional networks. Requirements A doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Management, or a related discipline. Significant experience (preferably 7+ years) in higher education administration, with a focus on leading and managing MBA programs or similar academic units. Demonstrated ability to provide visionary leadership, inspire teams, and drive organizational change in an academic setting. Familiarity with accreditation processes and quality assurance standards in higher education, particularly related to business schools and MBA programs. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, including faculty, students, staff, industry partners, and external agencies. Experience in promoting MBA or similar academic programs and recruiting high-quality students. Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges and opportunities. WHY CHOOSE XMUM First overseas branch campus established by a trusted and renowned Chinese university with a long history of academic excellence. International working opportunity imbued with distinctive Chinese elements. Diverse campus culture coupled with state-of-the-art infrastructure. Competitive salary commensurate with qualification and experience in Malaysia. Comprehensive fringe benefit package, including annual leave, medical insurance, housing and transportation allowance etc. On-campus accommodation will be given the priority to the international staff subject to the availability. Internal research funding and individual office will be provided. Strategic location and healthy living neighbourhood. How To Apply Applicants are invited to submit a digital application packet to: [HIDDEN TEXT] The subject line of your email must include: your name, relevant academic discipline, and the specific position for which you are applying for. All application packets must include the following attachments: Your detailed and current CV with full list of publications; Cover letter stating the source of job advertisement; Evidence of academic qualifications (Bachelor, Master & PhD Certificate; Bachelor, Master & PhD Transcripts and Professional Certificates); Full-text of three to five representative publications (if applicable); Teaching evaluation of the past three years (if applicable); At least two academic references. Note We thank all applicants for their expressed interest. However, ONLY shortlisted applicants will be notified. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Welcome to visit http://www.xmu.edu.my for more details.