Assistant Manager - School of Business and Management (Bilingual DBA Program)

Department: Office of the Dean of Business and Management

Job Posting Details

The Bilingual DBA Program is seeking a highly qualified and motivated candidate to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support for one of our programs. The successful candidate will be serve as Course Administrator, with primary responsibilities including:

Student Engagement: Manage daily course operations and student academic records for assigned cohorts, encompassing all pre-course preparations, in-session class administration, and post-course documentation and archiving.

Course Design: Responsible for the overall planning and systematic design of the course system, developing course frameworks and syllabi that align with teaching objectives and industry demands. Continuously optimize and iterate the course structure and content based on teaching feedback and evaluation results.

Academic Management: Coordinate course scheduling and teaching resources to ensure the orderly execution of teaching plans and effective allocation of resources. Establish course evaluation and quality tracking mechanisms to systematically monitor and analyse teaching effectiveness.

Student Communication: Maintain timely and effective communication with students throughout the entire learning journey. Understand their backgrounds, build rapport, and foster lasting relationships to enhance their learning experience. Organize class-building activities to cultivate a positive and cohesive class culture. Plan and execute off-site courses, events, and large-scale college activities.

Student Recruitment: Maintain accurate student profiles and information systems. Identify and recommend potential candidates for program enrolment to support sustainable growth.

Additional Duties: Carry out other work assignments as directed by supervisors. Undertake other tasks as assigned to support the overall academic operations and uphold the highest standards of program delivery.

Requirements:

• Master's degree or above from a recognized institution; overseas academic background is strongly preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both English and Chinese, coupled with a global mindset; fluency in Cantonese is a distinct advantage.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in project administration or the education sector; candidates with a background in education or corporate learning and development will be given priority consideration.
• Proactive, growth-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Willingness to work outside regular hours, including weekends, when necessary.

(Duration: 2 years, renewable)

(Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisements need not re-apply.)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

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HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.