Dean- Management

About the Company

Symbiosis Skills & Professional University (SSPU) is dedicated to providing skill-based education that aligns with industry needs and emerging technologies.

About the Role

The Dean – Management will provide academic, strategic, and administrative leadership for all Management programs at SSPU. The role involves overseeing curriculum design, faculty development, research initiatives, student outcomes, startups & incubation, and industry collaboration aligned with the university’s skill-based education model.

Responsibilities

Academic Leadership

Provide strategic vision for management programs.

Lead curriculum development, ensuring alignment with industry skills, emerging technologies, and regulatory standards.

Promote innovation in teaching methods, skill model, and lab-based pedagogy.

Faculty & Staff Administration

Mentor, and evaluate faculty members across management disciplines.

Facilitate faculty development, research mentorship, and performance improvement.

Promote collaborative teaching and interdisciplinary projects.

Ensure the quality teaching & implementation of skills curriculum.

Research, Innovation & Publications

Strengthen research culture within the School of Management.

Encourage research grants, publications, patents, and collaborations with government and industry.

Oversee creation of research clusters, labs, and centers of excellence.

Promote students of Innovation & Incubation.

Industry Partnership & External Relations

Build partnerships with industry, research institutes, and international universities.

Facilitate internships, placements, guest lectures, and collaborative skill-based programs.

Engage with advisory boards for continuous curriculum and skill upgrades based on technological advancements.

Administration & Governance

Oversee budgets, lab infrastructure, and resource planning for all management departments.

Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies (UGC, relevant councils, state regulations).

Represent the faculty of management in university committees, accreditation bodies, and audits

Qualifications

Essential :

PhD in Management is a must.

Minimum 12–15 years of academic experience, including at least 5 to 8 years in a leadership role (Dean / Associate Dean / Director) at University.

Strong record of research, patents, publication & funded projects.

Desirable :

Experience in implementing skill-based or competency-based curriculum.

Experience with accreditation processes (IQAC, NAAC, NBA, regulatory councils).

Proven leadership in establishing labs, research centers, or industry partnerships.

Required Skills

Visionary academic leadership and strategic planning ability.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to guide faculty and motivate students.

Strong networking with industry, academia, and research bodies.

Commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

SSPU is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.