Program Manager (BBA)

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Program Manager (BBA)

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Full-Time - Associate Level

Operations

The Opportunity
We are seeking a proactive and highly organized Program Manager to join our Program Management Team. This role is central to the academic and operational success of our programs, serving as a key liaison between students, faculty, and administrative departments. The ideal candidate will be passionate about education, committed to excellence, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role reports into the Campus Dean. 
Role Description
The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the BBA program, ensuring seamless coordination between faculty, students, and registry functions. This role demands a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and a student-centered approach. You will manage academic projects, support faculty in course delivery, advise students, and collaborate with internal teams to uphold academic standards and enhance the student experience.
Responsibilities
Faculty Support and Coordination

• Act as a key point of contact for faculty, ensuring timely and high-quality course preparation and delivery.
• Collaborate with faculty to deliver Internships, Thesis and academic projects such as the Hult Business Challenge (HBC)
• Support faculty in the use of myCourses (Canvas-based LMS).
• Maintain accurate faculty data and ensure course pages are up to date, aligned with academic standards, and subject to regular quality assurance reviews.
• Monitor and evaluate the integration and usage of external learning platforms such as Coursera, Forage, and Perlego to enhance curriculum delivery and student engagement.
• Review and manage grade submissions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with institutional policies.
• Assist with the SGR/CA (Student Grade Review/Course Assistant) processes.
• Coordinate guest speakers and field trips, ensuring logistical and academic alignment.
• Organize and support faculty events, including regular meetings, summits, and accreditation visits as needed.

Student-Facing Program Management

• Serve as the first point of contact for student queries, providing clear and consistent academic advising and support.
• Manage day-to-day program operations, including special accommodations, mitigating circumstances, and academic advising.
• Support students on academic probation, leave of absence, and transitions into or out of the school.
• Lead and participate in student orientation, graduation, and leadership training events (e.g., H.S.A.).
• Oversee student academic projects, internships, theses, and challenges such as HBC.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to students, fostering academic success..

Qualifications
Talents and Skills

• Exceptional organizational and project management capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with cultural sensitivity.
• High attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Creative and innovative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain composure under pressure.
• Personable and persuasive, with strong influencing skills and relationship-building abilities.
• Passionate about delivering high standards of customer service.
• Collegial and collaborative, able to work effectively across teams and campuses.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Significant experience in a student-facing role; academic administration experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and database tools (e.g., Salesforce).
• Native-level English fluency (written and spoken).
• Proven commitment to outstanding customer service and student support.

Mission statement
We strive to be the most relevant business school in the world. By using our global reach and always being creative, entrepreneurial, and on the cutting edge, our aim is to have a positive impact on individuals and organizations by transforming their management practices. In so doing, we hope to be the business school of choice for existing and aspiring leaders. We will contribute to sustainable growth, helping leaders to integrate commercial success and societal well-being.
Equal opportunities at Hult
Hult is dedicated to actively creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing opportunity regardless of gender, religion, race, color, sexual identity, disability, ethnicity, age, and all the individual identities that make us unique. If you require any accommodation to assist you in the interview process, please submit this with your inquiry.
Legal
Hult International Business School is a 501©(3) non-profit educational organization registered in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) to award U.S. degrees, and registered with the Office for Students (OfS) in the UK to award UK degrees.

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