Program Growth and Quality Manager, Donald School of Business Position Title Program Growth and Quality Manager, Donald School of Business The Program Growth and Quality Manager ( PGQM ) provides support to the Donald School of Business ( DSB ) in the design, development, approval and continuous quality improvement of credit and non-credit courses and programs. The PGQM works within institutional frameworks to collaborate with DSB and academic leadership, staff and faculty as well as other internal and external stakeholders to enhance, grow, and innovate learning opportunities within the school Recent Program Development and Curriculum Leadership Supports the school’s planning, development, revision, and sunsetting of credit and non-credit programs across multiple credential levels. Provides input and expertise on curriculum design processes to ensure consistency with institutional frameworks, learning outcomes, and best practices in pedagogy and assessment, particularly for non-credit programming.

Guides program proposal development, including environmental scans, labour‑market alignment, and business‑case analysis in accordance with RDP frameworks and standards. Tracks and moves forward multiple projects across the school and leads proposal presentations to approving bodies.

Quality

Assurance and Academic Standards Knows and follows with institutional quality assurance frameworks and timelines for program development, review, and continuous improvement. Ensures compliance with internal academic policies and external regulatory, accreditation, and quality‑assurance requirements.



Supports cyclical program reviews and accreditation activities, including data analysis, reporting, and action planning.

Provides leadership and mentorship to contractors, staff, faculty, and cross‑functional teams involved in program development and quality initiatives. Recruits, hires, and manages seconded staff and contracted consultants required for program development and review Follows People & Culture policies and procedures, legislation, and collective agreements related to the hiring and management of contracted/seconded staff and faculty. Acts as a subject‑matter resource on curriculum quality, outcomes‑based education, and program innovation as required.

Contributes to the school’s budget and business planning and supports achievement of all identified targets. Represents the institution on internal committees and external working groups related to program quality and standards. Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum Studies, Adult Learning, Educational Leadership, or related discipline.

Minimum 5 years experience in post-secondary education in instruction, curriculum design, and/or program development. ~3 – 5 years experience working with quality‑assurance frameworks, accreditation processes,



and regulatory requirements. ~3 – 5 years experience in a team lead or management role ~5 – 7 years experience demonstrated experience in project management ~Salary or Hourly? dental care through Blue Cross, access to a health spending account, pension plan, Employee & Family Assistance Program, generous vacation allotments, credit tuition waivers and opportunities for professional development funding. between Christmas and New Year general holidays. Conditions of Employment and related RDP policies. Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic ( RDP ) provides more than 100 industry-relevant credit and non-credit programs to approximately 11,000 credit, non-credit and apprenticeship students. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres, RDP provides education and applied research opportunities in partnership with industry and communities.

And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community .

Employment Type Permanent

Full-Time We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community. Our practices are guided by the principles of the Alberta Human Rights Act and support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action.

Red Deer

Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

📌 Program Growth and Quality Manager, Donald School of Business (Red Deer)
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