Associate Director, Global Business Center bei Brigham Young University (BYU)

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Job Description

Associate Director, Global Business Center

The Manager of the Global Business Center (GBC) at the BYU Marriott School of Business oversees international business-related activities and manages the Center’s day-to-day operations. This role supports four key areas:

• Faith-building global experiential learning opportunities for students
• Faculty-mentored research involving students and faculty in global research
• External outreach connecting alumni and practitioners to students
• Brand awareness to increase student engagement with the Center

What you’ll do in this position:

Experiential Learning

• Oversee Student Exchange Programs in collaboration with the International Programs Coordinator
• Coordinate international internship opportunities with the Kennedy Center and Business Career Center, including funding mechanisms
• Supervise international business competitions and campus outreach events
• Support the Global Business Student Association (GBSA) in hosting the annual Advisory Board Global Business Plan Competition
• Supervise the GlobalHub program and its ¾-time manager
• Administer scholarship and fellowship programs, including Eccles Scholars, Cardon International Fellows, and Undergraduate Scholars
• Manage study abroad programs within the college, including faculty selection and student recruitment
• Oversee the Global Business Minor and Certificate Programs, ensuring alignment with student needs and curriculum goals
• Mentor student teams to foster leadership, faith, and character

Mentored Research

• Manage annual faculty research awards and semesterly research travel grants
• Support the planning and execution of international business research and practice-based conferences
• Facilitate student involvement in research initiatives

Brand Awareness

• Lead GBC marketing and public relations efforts in collaboration with the Marriott School External Relations team
• Ensure consistent messaging across all campaigns to raise awareness of the Center’s mission and impact

Grants

• Assist in developing and submitting grant proposals to external funding sources (e.g., Department of Education, Eccles Foundation)
• Manage the execution and reporting of grant-funded initiatives

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least five years of relevant work experience
• Strong administrative and project management skills
• High level of accountability, responsiveness, and efficiency
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to manage multiple programs, events, and deadlines
• Credible international experience and familiarity with international business issues
• Understanding of academic environments and the roles of faculty and university leadership

Preferred

• MBA or related master’s degree
• Five years of experience in higher education with a focus on international business

What we offer in return:

In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long-term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness Program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 54

Typical Starting Pay: $79,500.00 to $103,500.00

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!