Dean – School of Management

IILM University, Greater Noida (Delhi NCR)

Location: Greater Noida, Delhi NCR

Employment Type: Full-Time | Senior Academic Leadership

Position Overview

IILM University invites applications for the position of Dean, School of Management . This is a senior academic leadership role responsible for providing strategic, academic, and operational leadership to the School of Management in alignment with UGC Regulations, AICTE guidelines, and NEP 2020 .

The Dean will report to the Vice Chancellor and work closely with university leadership to strengthen academic excellence, research impact, industry engagement, student outcomes, and institutional reputation.

Eligibility Criteria (as per Draft UGC Regulations 2025)

Essential Qualifications

PhD in Management/Business Administration or allied discipline (UGC-recognized)

MBA or equivalent qualification

Experience

Minimum 15 years of teaching, research, and academic administration

At least 5 years in senior academic leadership roles (Dean/Director/HOD/Associate Dean)

Experience in managing MBA/PGDM or equivalent programs

Research & Academic Contributions

Minimum 15 peer-reviewed publications or equivalent scholarly output

Experience in PhD/DBA supervision and funded research

Notable contributions in at least 5 of 9 UGC-defined areas (teaching innovation, research, leadership, consultancy, industry engagement, accreditation, etc.)

Key Responsibilities

Academic Leadership & Strategy

Lead strategic planning and academic innovation

Ensure curriculum alignment with NEP 2020 and AICTE/UGC norms

Promote outcome-based education and experiential learning

Drive accreditation (NAAC, NBA, NIRF, AACSB) and quality assurance

Faculty Leadership & Research

Recruit, mentor, and retain high-quality faculty

Promote research excellence, funded projects, and publications

Oversee doctoral programs and research centers

Industry Engagement & Placements

Build strong industry partnerships and advisory boards

Strengthen placements, internships, executive education, and consultancy

Promote applied research and entrepreneurship initiatives

Student Development & Outcomes

Enhance student learning experience, mentoring, and career outcomes

Support student clubs, competitions, international exposure, and startups

Institutional Development & Governance

Manage budgets, resources, and administrative operations

Strengthen rankings, branding, and international collaborations

Ensure regulatory compliance, ethical governance, and DEI practices

Required Competencies

Strategic leadership and change management

Academic and research excellence

Financial and operational acumen

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Selection Process

Selection will be conducted as per UGC Regulations 2025 , including shortlisting, expert panel evaluation, interview, and approval by the University Governing Body.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

Detailed CV

Statement of academic vision (500750 words)

Research profile and leadership experience

Three academic references