Program Manager, Wharton Executive Education

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University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Posted Job Title Program Manager, Wharton Executive Education Job Profile Title Program Manager, Executive Education Job Description Summary Wharton School Overview Founded in 1881 as the world's first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in both Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students. Each year 13,000 professionals from around the world advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education's individual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 104,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. Wharton is home to a dynamic community of staff, bringing a wide range of skills, experiences, and perspectives. To learn more, visit www.wharton.upenn.edu. The Program Manager is the Wharton Executive Education (WEE) team member who manages all the logistical aspects, before, during, and after the completion of programs delivered by Wharton Executive Education. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Program Delivery, the Program Manager will work day-to-day with the Program Directors running their assigned WEE programs. The Program Manager will work closely with Program Directors, IT, SCC facility operator staff and others to ensure all Executive Education programs are delivered with high-quality service levels to ensure an outstanding participant learning experience. This position represents the frontline interaction with WEE participants and client representatives, prior to the start of the program; during program delivery; as well as post-program interactions to ensure the best possible learning experience. The position will manage faculty and client relationships in collaboration with Program Directors and Associate Directors during the design and planning of programs. The Program Manager is also responsible for the management of needs assessments, and provide administrative support of all follow-up initiatives for all programs. The Program Manager will also assure appropriate classroom assignments and accommodations for program participants and will monitor and track program financial details, working with SCC facility operator, Admin and financial staff to ensure expenses are accounted for accurately. Job Description Job Responsibilities: Collaborate with Program Directors to ensure that all program materials (notebooks, evaluations, classroom setups, meals, rooms and special events) are accurate and timely. Work collaboratively with the Senior Associate Director of Program Delivery, SCC facility operator staff, and other Program Managers to ensure that all client needs are met in order to deliver a seamless, high-quality program that exceeds expectations. Work with IT and AV staff to ensure all technology needs are properly supported. Maintain ownership of entire faculty scheduling process for a large portfolio of programs. Manage faculty relationships relative to program delivery, support follow up efforts as determined by program directors as well as new program design development. Maintain ownership of client relationships related to all aspects of program delivery, scheduling and special events. Work closely with corporate sponsors of all programs. Serve as primary contact for clients and program faculty. Serve as liaison between clients