Job ID

75179

Job Title

Director, Executive Programs (DeGroote School of Business)

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Location

Ron Joyce Centre

Open Date

04/07/2026

Job Type

Continuing

Close Date

04/27/2026

Employee Group

TMG

Favorite Job

Department

DSB Executive Programs

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Band N

Salary Range

$114266.00 - $171398.00 (annual)

Job Code

104960

Hiring Range

$114266.00 - $149831.00

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Backfilling as Existing

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

35

Posting Details

Director, Executive Programs (DeGroote School of Business)

The DeGroote School of Business Executive Programs is located at the Ron Joyce Centre in Burlington, Ontario, attracting experienced professionals and emerging senior leaders who are looking to strengthen the leadership capabilities needed to grow their careers and drive organizational success. As part of McMaster University, DeGroote is known for its entrepreneurial mindset, collaborative culture, and commitment to innovation.

DeGroote’s Executive Education programs are designed to help leaders at all stages of their careers build critical skills and create meaningful impact within their organizations and communities. The School holds AACSB accreditation, reflecting a globally recognized standard of excellence in business education.

Programs are developed and delivered by a diverse group of senior executives, industry experts, leadership educators, guest speakers, and certified executive coaches. Their combined expertise ensures that learning is practical, relevant, and grounded in current industry challenges. Each program is intentionally structured to foster diverse perspectives, encourage peer-to-peer learning, and build strong professional networks that extend beyond the classroom.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm (Hybrid schedule)

Education Level

Masters degree in business or related field.
PhD is considered an asset.

Location

McMaster Main Campus, Hamilton

Ron Joyce Centre, Burlington

Employment Classification

TMG (The Management Group)

Anticipated Start Date

May 1, 2026

The Director, Executive Education provides strategic leadership, vision, and oversight and top-tier decision making for the executive and corporate education portfolio, including the Directors College (C.Dir) for the school. The role is accountable for setting the long-term direction of executive education, shaping a sustainable growth strategy, and ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, market trends, and emerging opportunities in leadership development.

Operating with a strong focus on strategic planning and portfolio optimization, the Director oversees the development, positioning, and performance of programs to drive revenue growth, expand market presence, and deliver innovative, high-impact learning solutions. This includes establishing governance frameworks, defining performance metrics, and ensuring the portfolio remains competitive, relevant, and financially sustainable.

The Director leads business development strategy, cultivating and leveraging high-value partnerships across corporate, government, and not-for-profit sectors are cultivated, while identifying new markets and investment opportunities. The role is accountable for financial performance, resource allocation, and risk management, ensuring operational excellence in support of strategic objectives.

As a key member of the leadership team, the incumbent serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on executive education strategy, growth, and innovation. The Director represents the School and McMaster University in external engagements, advancing its reputation, influence, and thought leadership within the executive education landscape.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Strategic Leadership & Planning & Governance

• Provide - strategic vision, leadership, and oversight for the Executive Education portfolio, ensuring alignment with Faculty and institutional priorities, market trends, and long-term growth objectives.
• Establish and direct multi-year strategic plans which optimize the portfolio, including expansion, innovation, internationalization, and market positioning.
• Define strategic priorities and approve annual business and operational plans, ensuring alignment with portfolio growth targets and Faculty/institutional objectives.
• Establish and oversee governance frameworks, advisory structures, and accountability mechanisms to ensure effective decision-making and alignment across the portfolio.
• Serve as a senior strategic advisor to executive leadership, advising the Dean and DOFA on growth opportunities, partnerships, investments, and emerging trends in executive education.

Business Development, Market Engagement, Influence & Partnerships

• Lead business development and market positioning strategies and collaborate across the Faculty’s leadership team on implementation to expand the client base, enhance reputation and influence, diversify revenue streams, and drive sustainable growth. Identify, develop, and negotiate partnerships, agreements, and proposals across corporate, government, and not-for-profit sectors.
• Lead the development and approval of major partnership agreements, funding proposals, and externally funded initiatives, including grants and applied research opportunities.
• Monitor market trends, competitive positioning, and client needs to inform strategic decision-making and new program development.

Program Portfolio Development & Delivery Oversight

• Provide executive oversight for the full lifecycle of the Executive Education portfolio, including design, delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with faculty such as the Principal of The Directors College and relevant parties/partners to develop and innovate, high-impact programming including non-degree and micro-credential programming aligned with market demand and institutional standards.
• Ensure program quality, relevance, and differentiation through the application of market intelligence, participant feedback, and performance data.
• Assess overall portfolio effectiveness and use this to make data-driven decisions to align the strategy for the portfolio.

Financial & Operational Leadership

• Ensure the Executive Education portfolio’s financial performance, including profit and loss, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial sustainability.
• Establish revenue targets, financial performance metrics, and profitability expectations, ensuring achievement of strategic and financial objectives.
• Approve financial commitments, contracts, and partnership agreements within delegated authority.
• Determine resource allocation, reinvestment strategies, and financial planning priorities to support growth and innovation.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, contractual obligations, quality assurance standards, and enterprise risk management practices.
• Oversee operational planning to ensure efficient, scalable, and sustainable program delivery.

Leadership, Organizational Design & People Management

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight fororganizational design, ensuring the structure, roles, and capabilities support current and future business needs.
• Build leadership capacity within the team, including succession planning and development of future leaders.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of leaders, professional staff, and program contributors, fostering a high-performance and accountable culture.
• Oversee recruitment, performance management, and professional development to ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
• Champion a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusion, embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion principles into programs, partnerships, and team practices.

Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives

• Lead and direct high-impact, portfolio-wide strategic initiatives, including cross-functional, international, and externally funded projects.
• Define scope, governance, and resource allocation for complex initiatives aligned with strategic priorities and growth objectives.
• Oversee execution and performance of strategic projects, ensuring outcomes align with financial, operational, and reputational goals.
• Identify emerging opportunities and risks, providing recommendations to senior leadership to support informed decision-making and continuous growth.

Experience:

Pay Transparency Statement

The posted hiring range represents McMaster's typical hiring range for this position. Actual starting salary will depend on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions.

Individuals with extensive experience, deep specialized expertise, and/or those who can demonstrate exceptional past performance, as applicable, may be hired at a higher rate within the full range, in accordance with the University compensation policies.

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

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The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

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Hybrid Work Language

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.

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