Overview
Executive Dean Jobs in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India at Shishya BEML Public School
Title: Executive Dean
Company: Shishya BEML Public School
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Executive Dean
Location: Kangra District, Punjab
Employment Type: Full-Time | Senior LeadershipSalary: ₹1.5 – ₹2 lakhs month based on cultural fit and experience
About the Institution
Our client college is committed to building a high-performing academic environment focused on excellence in teaching, student outcomes, and institutional growth. As we expand and strengthen our academic programs, we are seeking a visionary Executive Dean to lead and elevate the college’s academic ecosystem.
Position Summary
The Executive Dean serves as the Chief Administrative Authority of the college and acts as a strategic partner to institutional leadership.
This role requires a leader who can translate academic vision into operational execution, ensuring that curriculum, faculty performance, student outcomes, and institutional strategy are aligned.
The Dean will oversee academic planning, faculty leadership, program development, and academic governance while ensuring the institution maintains the highest standards of educational excellence.
This position combines strategic leadership with operational oversight, requiring both institutional vision and disciplined execution.
Key Responsibilities
1. Academic Leadership & Strategy
- Develop and implement the college’s academic strategy and long-term vision
- Establish measurable academic goals aligned with institutional priorities
- Ensure high standards of academic integrity, rigor, and quality across programs
- Lead initiatives that strengthen academic innovation and differentiation
2. Curriculum Development & Academic Programs
- Oversee the design, review, and continuous improvement of academic programs
- Ensure curriculum remains relevant to industry trends and global education standards
- Lead academic audits, accreditation readiness, and compliance initiatives
- Introduce future-focused programs that improve student employability
3. Faculty Leadership & Performance Management
- Recruit, develop, and retain high-quality faculty members
- Establish clear performance expectations and evaluation systems
- Promote faculty development, research initiatives, and academic innovation
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
4. Student Success & Learning Outcomes
- Ensure strong academic outcomes, retention, and student progression
- Maintain academic standards in admissions and program delivery
- Develop systems to measure and improve student learning outcomes
- Support initiatives that enhance student engagement and academic excellence
5. Academic Operations & Governance
- Lead academic planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
- Manage academic budgets and departmental coordination
- Ensure institutional compliance with regulatory and accreditation bodies
- Represent the college in academic councils, committees, and governance forums
6. Institutional Partnerships & Growth
- Build relationships with universities, industry partners, and research organizations
- Support initiatives that strengthen the college’s academic reputation
- Contribute to institutional growth, rankings, and program expansion
- Promote interdisciplinary learning and innovation
Candidate Profile
Leadership Competencies
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Strategic thinking with strong operational execution
- High executive presence and leadership credibility
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to lead change and drive institutional improvement
- Commitment to academic excellence and student success
Experience & Qualifications
- 10–20+ years of experience in higher education
- Previous experience in roles such as:
- Academic Dean
- Associate Dean
- Academic Head
- Senior Academic Administrator
- Master’s degree required
- PhD strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience in:
- Faculty leadership and development
- Academic program management
- Institutional strategy and growth
What Success Looks Like in This Role
Within the first 12–24 months, the Executive Dean will:
- Strengthen academic quality and program outcomes
- Build a high-performance faculty culture
- Introduce new or improved academic programs aligned with industry demand
- Enhance student success metrics and institutional reputation
