Academic Programs & Student Support Coordinator

Closing Date: December 11th, 2023 at 4:00 PM

MBA, FACULTY OF BUSINESS
The UNB Saint John MBA program is a unique, one-year program offered in an accelerated format. Students study over 5 consecutive academic modules and may participate in an experiential learning opportunity during one of the final two modules. The full-time program has yearly enrollments of over 100 students as well as approximately 30 active part-time students. The program has global reach with at least 12 countries represented within the student body each year. The teaching staff consists of full-time and contract academic employees offering a variety of general and specialized courses as well as a substantive professional development program offered by subject matter experts.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | 1-Year Term| Saint John | On-Campus

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

Salary Range: $48,160 - $60,208 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Director of the MBA Program, the Academic Programs & Student Support Coordinator provides strategic, outcome-based leadership in academic programming, class management and program integrity. This position is responsible for oversight of the academic components of the program, both student and faculty accommodation management and academic program planning for both full- and part-time students.

• Provide academic and stream advising to students. Conduct regular check-in meetings, offer guidance on program requirements, discuss academic progress, and provide general support.
• Assist students with program management and course selection.
• Assist with the course registration process. Ensure that students enroll in appropriate courses and meet academic requirements.
• Manage advanced standing, transfer credit assessment, qualifying year assessments and recommendations, and non-regular starts or restarts.
• Advise students on study abroad opportunities. Support their transition into study abroad options.
• Support the identification of students at risk. Assist in the implementation of program restrictions.
• Connect students with service providers for physical/academic accommodation and health and wellness support and support any necessary accommodation.
• Oversee MBA Society budget and activities. Act as MBA Society Liaison.
• Assist in the scholarship process, including communication, application processes and award distribution.
• Develop, update, review, and implement student-focused policy and regulations documents including student handbooks and website content.
• Support academic integrity through management and tracking of academic misconduct complaints and the appeals process.
• Ensure alignment of programming and course documents with AACSB requirements
• Manage proper data collection and reporting related to AACSB requirements.
• Coordinate Final Deliverables Schedule.
• Support faculty with class schedules, make-up classes, academic misconducts and other activities as required.
• Maintain an accurate data record and tracking system of the student's entire lifecycle.
• Develop, maintain, and track budget related to the role (marking, instructor support, invigilation)
• Coordinate shared student calendar.
• Develop and propose a draft budget related to the duties of the position.
• Propose and submit a yearly work plan with target outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Undergraduate degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in academic or corporate contexts.

Additional Strengths

• Graduate-level degree preferred.
• MBA and coaching experience are considered assets.
• Proven experience in conflict management, culturally diverse environments and high-stress situations.
• Able to work collaboratively within a team and manage responsibilities independently.
• Able to adapt to changing circumstances, manage multiple projects at one time and develop and maintain relationships.

WHY CHOOSE UNB?
UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL STAFF UNION (PTSU)
This position is part of the PSAC, Local 60551 employee group and falls under the PTSU Collective Agreement.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
The University of New Brunswick and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551 are committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.