MBA Programme Manager

Are you equipped with exceptional organisational and project management capabilities, along with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills? Do you excel in strategic thinking and problem-solving, with a proven track record of managing programmes within higher education and successfully implementing change? Can you collaborate with various stakeholders, including faculty, MBA students, and industry partners? Are you able to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to meet the ever-changing needs of MBA students and the sector?

This is a dynamic and rewarding role, working closely with the MBA Director and the Deputy Dean, you will be a key influencer of the MBA Programme strategic direction as well as leading on operational delivery of projects. You will build relationships and collaborate closely with industry partners, MBA students and alumni, as well as academic colleagues, and senior education service staff to ensure an outstanding experience on our flagship programme, and ensure we add value to our proposition.

You will support the current full-time MBA programme, which is ranked 9th in the UK and 72nd in the world by QS in 2024. You will help enhance the programme’s rankings performance as well as influencing the expansion of the MBA portfolio. You will help ensure that our programmes meet AMBA (Association of MBAs) requirements and support future reaccreditations. 

Experience in Higher Education is essential to effectively shape and implement the MBA strategy, ensuring an exceptional experience for our students. You will excel in analytics and reporting, and possess the ability to manage and implement change. The ability to influence is key, and you will be adept at working collaboratively and building relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders.

What we offer in return

•    26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!

•    Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary

•    Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.

•    Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.

•    Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!  

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Dr. Richard Hodgett

MBA Director

Email: r.e.hodgett@leeds.ac.uk 

Sarah Verbickas

Faculty Operations Director

Email: s.l.verbickas@leeds.ac.uk

Closing Date: 28 Apr 2025

Section: Professional & Managerial

Salary: £47,874 to £56,921 per annum