UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY BUSINESS SCHOOL

Are you a dynamic, strategic academic leader with a passion for shaping the future of business education? The University of Sydney Business School is seeking a visionary Program Director to lead the MBA (Technology and Digital Strategy) program, a cutting-edge, fully online postgraduate management degree. This is your chance to guide one of Australia’s most innovative programs and drive digital transformation in business education.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the digital future of business education. You’ll be part of a team working to establish and grow an online MBA that prepares students to lead in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. The program is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their commercial acumen while mastering disruptive technologies and business models.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for a collaborative, strategic leader with:

• A deep understanding of contemporary business education and operational acumen.
• Experience in online learning and digital education innovation.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage a variety of academic and operational responsibilities.
• A commitment to advancing the Business School’s strategic priorities, particularly in digital transformation education and program leadership.

The role is fractional (0.5 FTE) and is available to candidates at Level D or E (Associate Professor or Professor), with flexibility around your academic profile. You’ll also be offered a 0.5 FTE continuing academic position in the School which aligns to your academic background and disciplinary area within the Business School, transitioning to a full 1.0 FTE position after a five-year term.

As the Program Director, you will be at the helm of an exciting and forward-thinking MBA program, ensuring its academic and operational excellence, global relevance, and competitiveness. You’ll collaborate with the Business School Executive Leadership team, faculty, and professional staff to deliver a high-quality program that blends academic rigor with real-world, industry-aligned learning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the program’s strategic direction, curriculum design, and continuous improvement efforts to align with international accreditation standards (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA).
• Overseeing academic governance, quality assurance, and student engagement from marketing and recruitment through to alumni relations.
• Championing digital education innovation by leveraging technology to enhance online learning experiences and student engagement.
• Building and maintaining relationships with industry partners, alumni, and global education providers.
• Ensuring the program’s success in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in pedagogy.