Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
The Executive Education Programs in the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia seek qualified applicants for Director of Executive Education Programs, with an expected start date of August 1, 2025.
The Director will lead and represent the Atlanta-based Terry Executive Education Programs, which are housed at the Terry Executive Education Center (TEEC) in Buckhead. The position provides administrative leadership to Executive Education Programs, including strategic planning, business development, sales and outreach, program assessment and delivery, and financial management. The Director will oversee all strategic, operational, logistical, and external aspects of the Programs, including managing personnel and the Program budget. The Director will serve as the main interface between the business community and Terry faculty, staff, alumni, and the University of Georgia, to assure high-quality programs and rewarding learning environments. The Director will also partner effectively with Terry’s Office of Marketing and Communications, OIT, Finance and Administration, Terry’s Atlanta-based MBA Programs, and the TEEC Facilities Team.
The Terry College Executive Education Programs provide professional outreach to the private sector throughout Georgia, as well as regionally, nationally, and internationally. Executive Education delivers high impact, non-degree certificate and professional designation programming via custom engagement, open enrollment, and conferences to help individuals and organizations improve their effectiveness in meeting their goals and objectives.
This position will hold a faculty rank of Administrative A. Candidates should have a background that includes managerial skills, sales, and a familiarity with the Executive Education marketplace. Candidates should have a master’s degree or bachelor’s degree. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree must also document qualifcations on the basis of demonstrably successful experience in related business and leadership positions and must be approved for a degree exception before hire. Candidates should also document exceptional accomplishments in related business and leadership positions. Internal applicants may be eligible to retain faculty rank on appointment. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifcations.
Applications received by July 1, 2025 will receive full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the position is flled. Required application materials include a cover letter, a full resume or vita, and contact information for three references (including email addresses). The search committee will reach out to references at the appropriate time in the process. All application documents must be submitted electronically via https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/431009. Applications submitted in other ways will not be considered. Questions can be directed to the search committee through Dr. Jerry Kane (gerald.kane@uga.edu).
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
