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Stanford's Graduate School of Business (GSB) has built a global reputation based on its immersive and innovative management programs. We provide students a transformative leadership experience, pushing the boundaries of knowledge with faculty research, and offering a portfolio of entrepreneurial and non-degree programs that deliver global impact. We invite you to be part of our mission of developing innovative, principled, and insightful leaders who change lives, change organizations, and change the world.
Success at the GSB is defined by The GSB Way - a commitment to shared purpose, community, and excellence in all that we do. We seek individuals who elevate themselves and those around them through the practice of academic candor, generous collaboration, and bringing curiosity and rigor to solving meaningful problems. At the GSB, impact means taking ownership, and contributing to a purpose-driven, collaborative, and high-performing community in service to the institution’s mission.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Graduate School of Business seeks an Associate Dean to lead our Executive Education portfolio. The role reports to a Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and will oversee an operation of roughly 80 staff professionals spanning program design and delivery, business development, marketing as well as related finance and technology support. In this position, you will have the opportunity to work closely with faculty and staff to deliver impactful programs (synchronous and asynchronous) for a global audience of leaders and professionals.
Following several years of substantial growth, the new Associate Dean will have the opportunity to institutionalize recent accomplishments as well as chart a course for the GSB in a rapidly changing non-degree marketplace. The ideal candidate brings a depth of general management expertise and product leadership experience, capable of acting strategically to drive results, with a mission-driven approach to collaborate and inspire in a world-class organization. You thrive when leading highly functioning teams in complex environments.
Your primary responsibilities include:
- Providing leadership to Executive Education staff, including communicating the vision for the organization, establishing goals and key metrics for success, and ensuring the ongoing development and retention of talent.
- Working closely with the Senior Associate Dean and the Dean of the GSB in setting and implementing strategic priorities.
- Overseeing the design, development, and delivery of enterprise and open enrollment programs with both in-person and online modalities, attracting executives from a wide array of sectors and global environments.
- Establishing strategic and operational metrics that drive behaviors and effectively measure success in revenue generation, profit delivery and mission outcomes.
- Developing strong faculty partnerships in the ongoing development of existing and new programs. Effectively leveraging GSB’s infrastructure and resources.
- Designing and delivering compelling marketing strategies to meet or exceed enrollment targets.
- Building global client relationships in pursuit of new enterprise opportunities. Partnering with faculty in designing competitive proposals that attract new business and enhance the overall portfolio.
- Pursuing opportunities to innovate in content and modality. Directing and facilitating market intelligence efforts, including competitive benchmarking and identification and analysis of market opportunities.
- Responsibility for the financial viability and success of the organization. Will develop comprehensive financial analysis and strategic modeling for both short and long term planning and proposals. Leads the department's annual budget process.
- Developing partnerships with other areas of the University to enable Executive Education to provide rich and cross-functional program offerings.
- As a key member of the GSB leadership team, participating and advising on GSB-wide strategy, initiatives, and budgeting.
The successful candidate will enthusiastically lead with high integrity and humility a diverse and established team. You will demonstrate mastery of strategic thinking, keen analytical skills, and exceptional interpersonal competence. You will inspire a team that cherishes autonomous flexibility to thrive in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with intellectual curiosity, a unifying vision and transparent collaboration.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this position, you will bring:
- Bachelor's degree and ten years of relevant leadership experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
- Demonstrated strategic leadership, organizational planning and change management skills. This requires proven, hands-on operational leadership.
- An ability to design for the unknown from a solid foundation in utilizing leading-edge marketing, programming and technology.
- A results orientation in complex environments; demonstrated judgment in balancing inclusive collaboration and decisive accountability.
- Solid business management, market intelligence and financial forecasting skills.
- Ability to demonstrate a high level of influence and diplomacy, persuading a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders to drive outcomes.
- Courage to challenge entrenched views and pursue non-traditional opportunities with data, insights and vision.
- Demonstrated creativity in problem solving, critical analysis, and initiative.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated leadership behaviors, curious mindset, humble demeanor. A coaching orientation towards the management of others.
- Demonstrated passion for our institutional mission of education and research.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
In addition, preferred requirements include:
- B2B and B2C product delivery excellence in higher education, tech or commercial industry.
- Proven success collaborating with and supporting faculty and/or best-in-class subject matter experts.
- Affinity with adopting and exploiting new tools and technologies (AI) in the development of products and acquisition of customers.
- Advanced degree desired; MBA preferred.
COMPENSATION
The expected pay range for this position at 100% FTE is $237,369 - $335,763 per year.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
WHY STANFORD IS FOR YOU
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
- Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
- A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
- A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
- Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
- Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!
HOW TO APPLY
We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
Stanford's Graduate School of Business (GSB) has built a global reputation based on its immersive and innovative management programs. We provide students a transformative leadership experience, pushing the boundaries of knowledge with faculty research, and offering a portfolio of entrepreneurial and non-degree programs that deliver global impact. We invite you to be part of our mission of developing innovative, principled, and insightful leaders who change lives, change organizations, and change the world.
Success at the GSB is defined by The GSB Way - a commitment to shared purpose, community, and excellence in all that we do. We seek individuals who elevate themselves and those around them through the practice of academic candor, generous collaboration, and bringing curiosity and rigor to solving meaningful problems. At the GSB, impact means taking ownership, and contributing to a purpose-driven, collaborative, and high-performing community in service to the institution’s mission.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Graduate School of Business seeks an Associate Dean to lead our Executive Education portfolio. The role reports to a Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and will oversee an operation of roughly 80 staff professionals spanning program design and delivery, business development, marketing as well as related finance and technology support. In this position, you will have the opportunity to work closely with faculty and staff to deliver impactful programs (synchronous and asynchronous) for a global audience of leaders and professionals.
Following several years of substantial growth, the new Associate Dean will have the opportunity to institutionalize recent accomplishments as well as chart a course for the GSB in a rapidly changing non-degree marketplace. The ideal candidate brings a depth of general management expertise and product leadership experience, capable of acting strategically to drive results, with a mission-driven approach to collaborate and inspire in a world-class organization. You thrive when leading highly functioning teams in complex environments.
Your primary responsibilities include:
- Providing leadership to Executive Education staff, including communicating the vision for the organization, establishing goals and key metrics for success, and ensuring the ongoing development and retention of talent.
- Working closely with the Senior Associate Dean and the Dean of the GSB in setting and implementing strategic priorities.
- Overseeing the design, development, and delivery of enterprise and open enrollment programs with both in-person and online modalities, attracting executives from a wide array of sectors and global environments.
- Establishing strategic and operational metrics that drive behaviors and effectively measure success in revenue generation, profit delivery and mission outcomes.
- Developing strong faculty partnerships in the ongoing development of existing and new programs. Effectively leveraging GSB’s infrastructure and resources.
- Designing and delivering compelling marketing strategies to meet or exceed enrollment targets.
- Building global client relationships in pursuit of new enterprise opportunities. Partnering with faculty in designing competitive proposals that attract new business and enhance the overall portfolio.
- Pursuing opportunities to innovate in content and modality. Directing and facilitating market intelligence efforts, including competitive benchmarking and identification and analysis of market opportunities.
- Responsibility for the financial viability and success of the organization. Will develop comprehensive financial analysis and strategic modeling for both short and long term planning and proposals. Leads the department's annual budget process.
- Developing partnerships with other areas of the University to enable Executive Education to provide rich and cross-functional program offerings.
- As a key member of the GSB leadership team, participating and advising on GSB-wide strategy, initiatives, and budgeting.
The successful candidate will enthusiastically lead with high integrity and humility a diverse and established team. You will demonstrate mastery of strategic thinking, keen analytical skills, and exceptional interpersonal competence. You will inspire a team that cherishes autonomous flexibility to thrive in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with intellectual curiosity, a unifying vision and transparent collaboration.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this position, you will bring:
- Bachelor's degree and ten years of relevant leadership experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
- Demonstrated strategic leadership, organizational planning and change management skills. This requires proven, hands-on operational leadership.
- An ability to design for the unknown from a solid foundation in utilizing leading-edge marketing, programming and technology.
- A results orientation in complex environments; demonstrated judgment in balancing inclusive collaboration and decisive accountability.
- Solid business management, market intelligence and financial forecasting skills.
- Ability to demonstrate a high level of influence and diplomacy, persuading a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders to drive outcomes.
- Courage to challenge entrenched views and pursue non-traditional opportunities with data, insights and vision.
- Demonstrated creativity in problem solving, critical analysis, and initiative.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated leadership behaviors, curious mindset, humble demeanor. A coaching orientation towards the management of others.
- Demonstrated passion for our institutional mission of education and research.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
In addition, preferred requirements include:
- B2B and B2C product delivery excellence in higher education, tech or commercial industry.
- Proven success collaborating with and supporting faculty and/or best-in-class subject matter experts.
- Affinity with adopting and exploiting new tools and technologies (AI) in the development of products and acquisition of customers.
- Advanced degree desired; MBA preferred.
COMPENSATION
The expected pay range for this position at 100% FTE is $237,369 - $335,763 per year.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
WHY STANFORD IS FOR YOU
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
- Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
- A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
- A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
- Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
- Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!
HOW TO APPLY
We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Match your credentials to Stanford's specialty occupation standard
Stanford's H-1B petitions must establish that your role requires a specific bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field. Pull the O*NET profile for your target job title before applying and confirm the degree requirement language matches your background.
Target research and technical departments first
Stanford's H-1B filings concentrate in research administration, engineering, computer science, and life sciences. Faculty positions and postdoctoral research roles in these departments generate the most consistent sponsorship activity, so prioritize applications where your discipline aligns directly with departmental research priorities.
Confirm your salary clears the prevailing wage threshold early
Stanford must certify your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and Stanford's zip code before negotiations so you enter the offer stage knowing the minimum USCIS and DOL will accept.
Use Migrate Mate to verify Stanford's LCA filing history by role
Before targeting a specific department, search Migrate Mate to see Stanford's Labor Condition Application filing history filtered by occupation. This shows which job titles Stanford has actively sponsored, helping you prioritize roles where sponsorship is already an established part of the hiring process.
Ask about H-1B timing before accepting any offer
Stanford's academic hiring calendar can conflict with H-1B cap deadlines. If your start date falls between April and October, clarify with the hiring team whether they'll file in the cap season that lets you begin on October 1, or whether a later start is expected.
Prepare for the cap-subject petition process as an outside hire
Unless you're transferring from another H-1B employer, Stanford must enter you in USCIS's annual lottery, which selects registrations in March for an October 1 start. Confirm with Stanford's international office whether they submit cap registrations for your role type before signing any offer.
Stanford University H-1B Visa Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Stanford University sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, Stanford University sponsors H-1B visas across a range of academic, research, and technical roles. Stanford's international services office manages the petition process, and the university has an established track record of filing H-1B petitions for positions in engineering, computer science, life sciences, and research administration.
Which departments at Stanford University typically receive H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B sponsorship at Stanford is most common in research-intensive departments including engineering, computer science, medicine, and the biological sciences. Administrative and technical roles supporting Stanford's research infrastructure also see regular sponsorship. Faculty and postdoctoral positions are among the most frequently sponsored role types across the university.
How do I navigate the H-1B application process at Stanford University?
Stanford's Bechtel International Center handles H-1B petitions on behalf of departments. Once a department extends an offer and confirms sponsorship, they work with the international office to file the Labor Condition Application with DOL and the I-129 petition with USCIS. You'll need to provide credentials, degree documentation, and employment details.
How long does the H-1B process take at Stanford University?
From offer acceptance to an approved H-1B, the process typically takes several months. Stanford files during the annual cap season for October 1 start dates, so timing depends heavily on where your hire falls in the academic calendar. USCIS premium processing is available and can reduce the adjudication window significantly.
How do I find open H-1B roles at Stanford University?
Migrate Mate surfaces roles at universities like Stanford filtered by verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can focus on job titles Stanford has actively sponsored rather than guessing. Pair that with Stanford's own careers portal and target departments where your academic background and research specialization directly match active hiring needs.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B jobs at Stanford University?
H-1B employers must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is determined when they file the Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor. The rate is based on the role, location, and experience level, and ensures international hires are paid comparably to U.S. workers in the same position. You can look up prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the DOL's OFLC Wage Search tool.