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ABOUT ULAB

The University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh is a government-approved, non-profit, private university devoted to developing young minds to their fullest potential through the free and creative pursuit of knowledge. ULAB provides an excellent working environment and competitive remuneration. 

ULAB is an equal-opportunity employer. 

JOB CONTEXT

ULAB seeks to appoint a passionate, driven, and innovative individual who will provide strategic, academic, and administrative leadership to the Business School, ensuring excellence in teaching, research, industry engagement, student development, and institutional growth. The role requires an accomplished academic leader with strong management capabilities and a demonstrated understanding of business education in a competitive higher-education environment. The incumbent  will also partner with other offices/centers/departments within the university on various strategic initiatives to support the university’s mission, values, and goals.

REPORTING

The Dean, Business School will report to the Vice Chancellor.

MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead academic planning, curriculum development, program review, accreditation, and quality assurance.
  • Support in Recruiting, developing, motivating, and evaluating faculty of business school.
  • Promote high-quality research, publications, consultancy, executive education, and knowledge exchange.
  • Strengthen relationships with businesses, professional bodies, government agencies, alumni, and international academic institutions to enhance experiential learning opportunities and secure resources.
  • Drive student recruitment, retention, employability, internships, industry exposure, and overall student experience.
  • Suggest new academic programs and initiatives in response to market and industry needs.
  • Manage the School's budget, resources, infrastructure, and administrative operations effectively.
  • Maintain a vibrant and participating environment for the faculty, students and staff of the business school.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable University policies, requirements of regulatory bodies and relevant academic and professional standards.
  • Represent the Business School within the University and externally, enhancing its reputation and visibility.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Full-time Professor

QUALIFICATIONS

  1. EDUCATION

The candidate must have a PhD in business, marketing, finance, management, accounting, HRM, or any business-related discipline from an internationally reputed university. 

  1. EXPERIENCE 

Minimum 12 to 15 years of teaching and research experience. Also minimum 5 years of academic leadership and administrative experience in a good-quality university is required.

  1. RESEARCH

At least 12 publications in the Scopus indexed journals. Publications with international co-authors will be an added qualification.

  1. SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills. Adept in using relevant application software, emailing, web search, and online meeting software.

  1. LEADERSHIP

The ideal candidate should be able to lead the business school, focusing on understanding team members, team building, motivation, conflict resolution, and timely decision-making.

  1. INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

Applicants with relevant experience in industry and consultancy will be preferred.  

  1. AGE

Maximum 62 years

JOB LOCATION

Dhaka 

SALARY

Negotiable

COMPENSATION & OTHER BENEFITS

  1. Provident fund and gratuity
  2. Twice a year festival bonus
  3. Mobile data allowance
  4. Transport facility (pick & drop)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please mention the subject line ‘Dean of Business School’ and send your updated CV to the following email address:

[email protected]

 

Only short-listed candidates will be called for an interview.

Application deadline: 3 October 2026