Associate Director of Experiential Learning

Arizona State University

Associate Director of Experiential Learning

Campus: Tempe

JR104486

End Date: April 19, 2025

Department Statement:

The W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University is the largest business school in the United States with more than 23,000 students and 120,000 alumni worldwide. From our world-renowned faculty representing six continents to thousands of outstanding students who join us every year, the W. P. Carey School welcomes Inclusive Excellence and encourages global thinking. The W. P. Carey School is internationally recognized for its leadership in business education, groundbreaking research and innovation, and renowned faculty, making us one of the top-ranked business schools in the country.

W. P. Carey prides itself on being a place “where business is personal.” Business is personal means that kindness, courtesy, and respect lead our actions. We care for each other and support one another. We’re proud of that commitment, and look forward to it shaping your experience at W. P. Carey. Learn more at wpcarey.asu.edu.

All we do at ASU is guided and inspired by the University Charter, which reads:

ASU is a comprehensive public research university, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves.

The W. P. Carey School of Business continually strives to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Job Description:

The Director of Experiential Learning will lead and manage the development, coordination, and execution of experiential learning initiatives within the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean of Executive Education, Corporate Partnerships, and Lifelong Learning, this position is responsible for sourcing capstone/applied projects from external organizations, collaborating closely with multiple centers and faculty, and establishing a centralized process for project intake, agreements, and stakeholder reporting. The Director works to ensure that students gain robust, real-world experiences and that corporate partners see measurable value in engaging with the school.

Salary: $103,700-$120,000; to commensurate with education and experience.

Essential Duties:

Corporate Project Sourcing

• Identify and cultivate partnerships with corporations, nonprofits, and government agencies to secure capstone/applied project opportunities for graduate programs.
• Collaborate with employers, alumni networks, and industry associations to expand project pipelines and develop long-term external relationships.
• Serve as a liaison for corporate partners, ensuring alignment of project scopes with program learning objectives.

Cross-Center Coordination

• Partner with individual centers, institutes, and departments (e.g., Entrepreneurship Center, Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, Marketing) that independently manage industry outreach to coordinate project opportunities.
• Maintain regular communication with center directors and staff to streamline project vetting, reduce overlap, and share best practices across all experiential programs.

Centralized Project Intake & Administration

• Design and implement a standardized intake process for experiential learning projects, including project proposals, scope documents, and timelines.
• Oversee the execution of agreements (e.g., NDAs, non-compete clauses) and ensure compliance with institutional and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with legal counsel, finance, and other internal stakeholders to create and manage contracts, fee structures, and budgets as needed.

Desired Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s degree in Business, Higher Education Administration, or related field.
• Experience: 5 years of experience in corporate relations, partnership management, program management, or higher education administration—preferably with a focus on experiential learning or capstone project oversight.
• Prior experience directing experiential programs in a university or professional education setting.
• Familiarity with multiple industry sectors (e.g., technology, healthcare, finance, nonprofit).
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating project impact and learning outcomes.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proven track record of sourcing, negotiating, and managing corporate partnerships.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for diverse audiences (students, faculty, executives).
• Ability to develop and implement standardized processes and tools.
• Understanding of legal and contractual considerations (NDAs, IP agreements).
• Proficiency in project management software and reporting tools.

Working Environment:

• Primarily an office setting with routine meetings, occasional travel to partner sites, conferences, or networking events.
• Flexible hours may be required to meet deadlines or accommodate partner schedules.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Instructions to Apply

Current Employees and Students should apply directly within Workday using the Jobs Hub. Use this link and log in using SSO:

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To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV

Note: Multiple documents can be submitted into the attachment box. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. NOTE: GA and Intern positions are counted as .5 for job experience (ie. 1 year equals 6 months experience equivalency). Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

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ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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About Arizona State University

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