Fast Facts

WGU is seeking a Lead Academic Program Manager for Marketing Programs to oversee program development from inception to delivery, focusing on student success and industry relevance.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include designing competency-based programs, achieving student success goals, engaging in continuous improvement metrics, and fostering collaborative partnerships to enhance program reach.

Skills: The role requires a strong student-centered approach, data-driven decision-making, effective leadership and collaboration skills, as well as expertise in current industry trends.

Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include a Doctorate in a relevant field and experience in online program development within higher education; a Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience are required.

Location: Position is based in the Salt Lake City office, USA; not remote or hybrid.

Compensation: $119400 - $185100 / Annually

If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Grade: Professional 313Pay Range: $119,400.00 - $185,100.00

Job Description

Job Profile Summary: Lead Academic Program Manager - Marketing Programs

Join WGU’s School of Business as a Lead Academic Program Manager (LAPM)

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education and driving student success? WGU’s School of Business is seeking a dynamic Lead Academic Program Manager (LAPM) to take charge of our innovative programs in Marketing from inception to completion. As the end-to-end program owner, you will play a pivotal role in defining program goals, researching market and student needs, developing curricula in collaboration with program directors and subject matter experts, and continuously enhancing program relevance, quality, and student success.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Impactful Work:Your strategic design, launch, delivery, and scaling of programs will directly contribute to diverse student needs, driving completion rates, strong retention, and a high return on investment.
• Collaborative Environment:You will report to the Associate Dean and Academic Director, working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve program goals.
• Continuous Improvement:With a strong outcomes-based orientation, you will persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles, using data-driven insights to enhance program quality and impact student success.

Core Responsibilities:

• Student Success & Continuous Improvement:Achieve goals and help others succeed with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Program Development & Market Relevance:Design and launch competency-based programs that align with market demands, ensuring relevance to both students and industry.
• Strategic Partnerships & Go-to-Market Strategy:Build partnerships and implement strategies to attract students and employer partners, maximizing program reach and engagement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:Lead through influence, coordinating with teams across WGU’s shared services.
• Managing Ambiguity:Comfortably deal with the uncertainty of change, handle risk effectively, and remain calm and productive even when things are up in the air.
• Adaptability & Problem Solving:Thrive in dynamic environments, addressing challenges and driving program outcomes by adapting strategies as needed.
• Additional Duties:Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Student-Centered Approach:Demonstrate a deep understanding of student learning needs and craft innovative curriculum and support strategies.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making:Cultivate a culture of continuous experimentation, learning, and data-informed improvements.
• Leadership & Collaboration:Guide and build effective teams across a matrixed organization, engaging with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Industry Expertise:Provide insight into current industry trends and the evolving educational landscape, becoming a credible voice in external partnerships and thought leadership opportunities.
• Change Leadership:Drive innovation and embrace change, continuously seeking improvement opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Marketing or a related area from an accredited institution.
• 4+ years of relevant marketing experience with a strong background in program planning, operations, and student success.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in a relevant field.
• Experience in higher education or online program development, particularly in fast-paced, evolving environments.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.

Apply Today!

Join WGU’s School of Business and be a part of a team that is dedicated to transforming education and empowering students to achieve their goals. If you are ready to make a significant impact and drive student success, we want to hear from you!

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Position & Application Details

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.