COBA - Faculty - Strategic Management & Leadership

Job Description

Position: Visiting / Part-Time Faculty – Strategic Management & Leadership

College: College of Business Administration (AACSB Accredited)

University: American University in the Emirates (AUE)

Academic Year: 2025–2026

Instruction Language: English

Position Overview

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) is seeking qualified and highly motivated Visiting / Part-Time Faculty Members specializing in Strategic Management and Leadership to teach undergraduate courses for the upcoming academic year. The ideal candidate demonstrates academic excellence, strong research engagement, and a commitment to high-quality teaching within an AACSB-accredited business college.

Faculty may be assigned courses in the following specializations:

• Organizational Creativity
• Leadership
• Strategic Management

Qualifications & Education

• Ph.D. in Strategic Management and Leadership from:
• A university in the United States, or
• An internationally recognized university accredited by a U.S. accreditation body
• A minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the relevant field
• Minimum 3 Scopus-indexed publications within the last five (5) years
• Preferred: Academic background or teaching experience in an AACSB-accredited institution

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of teaching or professional experience in an internationally accredited university
• Demonstrated teaching excellence at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
• Required: Higher education teaching experience in a U.S.-accredited university environment

Skills, Knowledge & Competencies

• Experience in curriculum development and program review
• Active research agenda and scholarly contributions
• Proficiency in integrating digital and web-based technologies into teaching
• Strong presentation, instructional, and communication skills
• Commitment to academic service, student development, and continuous professional growth
• Strong command of English (Arabic required only for courses taught in Arabic)

Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching & Instructional Delivery

• Deliver high-quality, research-informed instruction
• Utilize modern pedagogical methods that promote active learning
• Prepare course materials, assessments, and learning resources

2. Instructional Management

• Manage classroom activities effectively
• Maintain academic discipline and support student engagement

3. Assessment & Evaluation

• Conduct fair, transparent, and outcome-based evaluation of student performance
• Provide clear grading criteria and continuous feedback
• Ensure assessments align with course learning outcomes

4. Curriculum Development

• Participate in curriculum review and enhancement efforts
• Ensure the curriculum remains current, rigorous, and industry-relevant

5. Research & Scholarly Activities

• Engage in ongoing research and publish in peer-reviewed journals
• Contribute to the academic reputation and mission of the university

6. Professional Development

• Participate in workshops, training sessions, and academic development programs

7. Academic Advising

• Provide academic guidance and support to students regarding program requirements and career planning

8. University & Community Service

• Take part in committee work, accreditation tasks, recruitment activities, and community engagement initiatives

LOCATION

American University in the Emirates – Dubai International Academic City – Dubai – United Arab Emirates.

About American University in the Emirates (AUE)

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications from well-qualified candidates for a range of faculty and administrative positions. AUE is located in Dubai Intl. Academic City.

AUE is not just a place of learning but a hub of innovation and growth, where your expertise and aspirations find a welcoming environment.

At AUE, we believe Nothing is Impossible is the Pathway to Success

AUE comprises seven dynamic colleges: College of Law, College of Education, College of Design, College of Business Administration, College of Media and Mass Communication, College of Computer Information Technology and College of Security and Strategic Studies. Each college boasts unique strengths and prestigious accreditations, reflecting our commitment to providing a world-class education.

The American University in the Emirates is accredited by SACSCOC (the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels

The American University in the Emirates is officially licensed to operate as a higher education institution and all its programs are accredited by CAA (the Commission for Academic Accreditation), Ministry of Education, United Arab Emirates.

The College of Business Administration is a proud member of AACSB (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), and its degree programs (Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, Master of Sport Management) are accredited by AACSB) as of 2022.

The Bachelor of Computer Science in the College of Computer Information Technology is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.

NASAD (The National Association of Schools of Art and Design) has granted the Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design, Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design, Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, and Bachelor of Science in Animation in the College of Design, the designation of Substantial Equivalency with accredited programs in the United States.