The Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University seeks an individual who is strong on being pro-active and taking initiative, possesses strong organizational skills, and who is willing to work hard to deliver the global programs of the school.
The Program Director of Global Learning in the Huntsman School of Business is listed as a Program Coordinator III position. The Program Director oversees, manages, and provides strategic guidance to the broad portfolio of global learning experiences and acumen abroad programs in the Huntsman School. Currently, there are over 14 programs and almost 350 students who participate in these programs each year in over a dozen countries, including SEED programs and international internship opportunities. Program offerings continue to increase. The Program Director is directly involved in facilitating all of these programs.
The Program Director reports to the Director of Global Learning in the Huntsman School and supervises the Program Coordinator of Global Learning.
ResponsibilitiesProgram Development – 70%
Meet with faculty early each summer to design and coordinate program plans, understand academic and cultural program objectives, determine risks and/or constraints, assure compliance, etc.Negotiate contracts/agreements with travel providers/vendors to correctly price programsDevelop and maintain a global network of travel providers/vendorsIdentify and work with global academic centers for acumen abroad coursesDevelop and manage program budgets throughout the entire programDetermine price point for each program and minimum number of student participants, accounting for coverage of program leader travel expensesMaintain excellent records and receipts, providing such to business services in a timely mannerEffectively liaise with appropriate USU departments and offices to ensure effective delivery of each program. This includes maintaining a presence on the USU International Travel Oversight Committee (ITOC)Implement program and travel logisticsFollow critical financial policies and proceduresUnderstand visa requirements and provide detailed information and instructionsWork in a timely manner so that all logistics are delivered efficiently and on time in-countryDevelop and manage international internship opportunities, understanding available options, third party providers, working with established global networks, etc.Risk Management – 20%
Develop and update policies and procedures appropriate to ensuring effective delivery and health and safety of students and faculty/staff program leadersAnnual update of Program Leaders’ Policy and Procedures ManualCommunicate policies and procedures to program leadersConduct Health and Safety presentations to all groups traveling, presenting in each orientation courseMaintain and update the Canvas Health and Safety Modules on an annual basisWork with faculty to make these available on their Canvas coursesMonitor risk situations in program countries, tracking medical and security issues around the globalParticipate in the USU International Travel and Oversight Committee (ITOC) as the representative of the Huntsman School of BusinessGeneral Unit Management – 10%
Coordinate all office servicesSupervise Program Coordinator I who is responsible for marketing (including website), recruitment and application management, supervision of student assistant, serves as liaison with business services to ensure submitted documentation for p-card and travel authorization and reimbursement processing as well as monthly financial statements, provides general program support including management of ACCT 2020 acumen abroad program, BUS 2000 offerings, program events, etc.Oversee updating of office procedures manual and annual IEE Open Doors report QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of 2 years related professional work experience or equivalent combination of education plus experienceDemonstrated experience in budget development and managementInternational experienceWillingness to be available outside of office hours to director, deans, program leaders, and students (24/7)Demonstrated strong work ethicDemonstrated ability to network with global business and organizational leadersAbility to travel internationally if needed (but is not guaranteed) forOccasional in-country program supportAttendance at international conferencesProgram and logistics developmentPreferred Qualifications:
Experience with USU policies and proceduresExperience working in an academic environment, understanding academic requirements, etc.Experience with Salesforce databaseExperience in international education and programmingSecond language fluencyKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong technical skills in Word, PowerPoint, ExcelStrong organizational skills with good attention to details, large and smallExcellent communication skills, verbal and written Required DocumentsAlong with the online application, please attach:
Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate ProfileCover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits ADAEmployees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
College/Department HighlightsWe believe that the best leaders dream big, prepare, take risks, create value, and give back. The Huntsman School provides unique learning experiences that develop these characteristics, preparing students to become leaders who leave the world better than they found it.
We started as the first business school in the West and have a proud legacy, but we’re not done yet. We strive each year to “Dare Mighty Things,” to honor the Huntsman name by putting our students first and developing programs that align with values such as ethical leadership and entrepreneurial spirit. We see successful outcomes of this approach in the lives of our students and alumni every day. We invite you to become a part of our aspirational journey.
University HighlightsFounded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.
USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.
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The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.
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