Dean, Triffo School of Business

About the Company

Public undergraduate university

Industry

Higher Education

Type

Educational Institution

Founded

1971

Employees

1001-5000

Specialties

- degrees
- diplomas
- certificates
- continuing education
- facility rental and meeting planning
- professional development
- and public fitness facility

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Dean for its Triffo School of Business, a role that demands a visionary leader with a strong academic background and a proven track record in progressive leadership within a complex university environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic, academic, and operational leadership to the School, which is known for its entrepreneurial spirit, solid undergraduate focus, and deep connections to the local business community.

The Dean will be expected to advance a compelling vision for the School, championing a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and student-centeredness. This includes strengthening academic programs, fostering excellence in teaching, experiential learning, and research, and cultivating meaningful relationships with industry,



government, alumni, donors, and community partners.

Applicants for the Dean position at the Triffo School of Business should have a strong record of teaching, scholarship, and service, and must qualify for an appointment as a full professor. The role requires a leader with strong strategic and financial acumen, exceptional communication skills, and a deep commitment to student success and faculty and staff engagement.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic and future-focused leader, capable of guiding the School through a period of significant growth and transformation, and will be expected to lead with integrity, foster meaningful relationships, and effectively advocate for the interests of the School and the University.

The Dean will also be instrumental in driving innovation, elevating the School's reputation, and positioning it for continued success and impact in the global economy.

Hiring Manager Title

Provost & Vice-President, Academic

Functions

- Education/Academic Administration

📌 Dean, Triffo School of Business (Edmonton)
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📍 Edmonton