The Opportunity for Dean of the School of Business at Southern University

Presented by Dean of the School of Business Executive Search at Southern Utah University

Southern Utah University, the state’s premier public university of liberal arts Finance, Management, and Marketing and sciences, has launched a national search for the Dean of the School – and two master’s degree programs of Business. The Search Committee invites applications, nominations, and – Accountancy and Business expressions of interest. Administration - that are accredited by • • • • • • • • • • • AACSB-International. Four additional undergraduate degree programs The Opportunity accreditation twice, in 2011 and 2016. in Economics; Hotel, Resort, and Southern Utah University (SUU) is The School of Business offers an Hospitality Management; Business seeking an expert in engaged learning, experiential learning environment that Education; and Aviation (AAS degree) an academician experienced in high- combines theory and practice. The are available. impact learning practices, a scholar, faculty prepares students to become All of the undergraduate programs and an experienced leader to serve fully engaged, productive, and ethical offer minors, in addition to minors as the next Dean of the School of leaders in the local, national, and in Military Science and Marketing Business. The School of Business global environments. offers undergraduate and graduate Education. Certificates can be earned degrees and consists of four academic For Spring 2017, the School had in International Business (for MBA and departments: Accounting; Economics 1,017 students enrolled, including MACC students) and Entrepreneurship and Finance; Management, Marketing 872 in undergraduate programs and and Small Business Management. 145 in graduate programs. Within the and Hospitality; and Military Science. The educational opportunities include business school, 69 percent of the internships, research participation The School of Business was initially students were male and more than 80 and presentation, entrepreneurship accredited by the Association for the percent attended full time. Advancement of Collegiate Schools competitions, and study abroad of Business (AACSB-International) in The School has four undergraduate programs. degree programs – Accounting, 2006. It has successfully reaffirmed this In its 2017 edition of Best Colleges,

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southern utah university Mission Statement Southern Utah University is a dynamic teaching and learning community that engages students in experiential education leading to personal growth, civic responsibility, and professional excellence. Approved by Trustees 06/24/2016 Vision Statement Southern Utah University will receive national recognition for its innovations in learning, student success, and providing the best educational experience in the intermountain west. Approved by Trustees 06/24/2016

U.S. News & World Report ranked that provide student internships, • Oversee efficient and effective SUU #49 (tie) in Best Online Graduate graduate career opportunities, internal operations of the School. Business Program (excluding MBA) and scholarships, and other fundraising • Serve as the medium of #59 (tie) in Best Online MBA Program. prospects. communication for all official The University recently secured the • Administer and coordinate programs business of the School with financial resources to construct a new of high academic integrity and the University officers, students and the Business building. The new Dean will annual schedule of course offerings. community. assist the University in programming • Recruit and retain a high quality • Exercise general supervision over the this new facility. faculty who are passionate about work and conduct of faculty, staff, The Position preparing students for careers and and the students of the School of graduate school. Business. As the senior administrative officer • Recommend appointment, salary, • Nominate candidates for degrees of the School of Business, the Dean promotion, and tenure of faculty and other awards. is responsible for all functions and members after consultation with matters relating to the School of • Foster existing and new international appropriate unit/department chairs. Business. Reporting to the Provost, partnerships and opportunities. the Dean serves at the pleasure of the • Partner with the Enrollment • Prepare and submit to the Provost an President. The Dean may be tenured Management division of the annual report describing the work of in accord with policies of the Board of university to recruit, retain, and the School of Business. Trustees and the University. graduate high-quality students. Qualifications & Characteristics Responsibilities of the Dean include: • Foster community relations to support the School of Business. The next Dean must have an earned • Ensure alignment of the School with terminal degree, preferably in a the University vision and mission. • Coordinate and manage the activities of the School of Business business field from an AACSB - • Coordinate with the development advisory council(s), committees, and International accredited school. arm of the University to initiate and boards. Other degrees and qualifications participate in effective fundraising also will be considered. There is a efforts for the School of Business. • Work with staff to prepare reports as strong preference for candidates required by accrediting bodies and • Assist the university and community with experience with promoting other constituents. with economic and entrepreneurship entrepreneurship and economic goals. • Craft marketing strategies to development. promote the School of Business. • Nurture industry relationships Other qualifications include:

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the West, for its strength at both the undergraduate and graduate levels of education.

The key to SUU’s success is an unwavering dedication to students and a commitment to delivering a personalized education. Classes are designed to offer maximum interaction. The University’s highly engaged faculty teach and mentor students. While bringing exceptional educational and experiential backgrounds to the classroom, SUU faculty also are engaged in professional organizations and are active scholars in their respective fields.

• Evidence of continuous scholarly students through seven colleges Offering more than 140 associate activity, and/or significant continuous and schools: College of Education and bachelor’s degrees, SUU also industry and leadership experience and Human Development, College has 19 graduate and certificate • A strong track record of higher of Humanities and Social Sciences, programs designed to meet a education leadership preferred College of Performing and Visual Arts, broad range of career goals and life College of Science and Engineering, aspirations. The University is at the • Experience with AACSB School of Business, School of forefront of undergraduate research accreditation processes Integrative and Engaged Learning, and scholarship, and offers unique • Excellent communication skills and the Graduate and Online School. educational opportunities that attract • Ability to build a collaborative U.S. News and World Report ranks national attention. SUU in the top tier of all universities in environment within the School and SUU has a graduation rate 10 points across the community • Demonstrated fundraising skills aacsb-international • Ability to promote excellence in Commendations/Effective Practices teaching, research, and service from the 2016 re-affirmation report Southern Utah University • Emphasis on ethical reasoning and moral courage across disciplines Established in 1897, Southern Utah • Placement rates in Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, and other regional locations University is part of the Utah System of Higher Education governed by the Utah • High level of faculty collegiality and collaboration State Board of Regents. Located in • Senior faculty formally and informally mentor junior faculty proximity to the largest concentration • Faculty take pride in the quality of teaching, the School’s Career Coach, and of national parks and monuments in Employer Outreach the United States, the campus offers • Coordinator visits businesses to help develop potential employment an environment that is rich in culture opportunities for students and one that encourages students to explore, engage, and excel both inside • School has an exceptionally high placement rate at the undergraduate and and outside of the classroom. graduate level, evidencing the quality of their programs and employability of their graduates The University serves approximately • Opportunities for students to develop their entrepreneurial skills 9,000 undergraduate and graduate

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The 129-acre campus offers an architectural blend of historic and modern buildings and is home to a vibrant arts community. SUU’s College Top 20 College Towns in America by Bryce Canyon, and the Grand Canyon of Performing and Visual Arts produces CollegeRank.net. Along with its college are all within reasonable driving more than 300 events annually. town atmosphere, Cedar City is a safe, distance. family-friendly community of more than SUU’s new For those seeking the entertainment 30,000 residents. Center for the Arts (BTSCA) has and amenities of a large city, Las Vegas enhanced the University’s reputation The city is neighbors with five national is only a two-hour drive south from as the cultural center of the region. parks and monuments. Hiking and campus, with Salt Lake City just three Home of the Tony Award-winning Utah biking trails at , hours to the north.V Shakespeare Festival, the center has the most authentic Shakespearean stage (Engelstad) in the world. BTSCA Application and Nomination Process also boasts the Southern Utah Museum Confidential inquiries are welcomed. of Art, a student-centered, experiential 1. To Apply - Applications must include: learning facility that collects, preserves, and exhibits southern Utah visual arts. • A letter of interest • Curriculum vitae The University’s athletics program offers 17 NCAA Division I sports, • At least five references with full contact information, including emails including six men’s sports (, (References will not be contacted without consent from applicant.) cross country, football, , tennis, 2. Submit applications to [email protected] and track & field) and nine women’s The search remains open until the position is filled. For best consideration, submit sports (basketball, cross country, golf, application materials by October 19, 2017. , soccer, , tennis, track & field, and ). The Nominations are invited and should include individual’s full contact information, with [email protected] SUU Thunderbirds have been Big Sky email addresses. Submit nominations to Conference champions in football, Kenny Daugherty, President of Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting, cross country, basketball, and softball. is assisting Southern Utah University with this search.

Cedar City, Utah 515 Mulberry Street, Suite 200 Macon, Georgia 31201 Southern Utah University is located (478) 330-6222 | www.myersmcrae.com in Cedar City, a unique small city complete with world-renowned theatricals, astounding natural Southern Utah University does not discriminate against any member of the University community on the basis of race, beauty, and an abundance of outdoor religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, pregnancy, recreational opportunities year around. pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services. For more information In 2016, the city was named one of the or assistance, please contact the SUU Office of Ethics and Compliance (Title IX).

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