The W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University invites applications for the position of Director of its School of Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TIE) at the academic rank of Associate/Full Professor with tenure starting Fall 2025. Applicants may apply with a background in any business related discipline (including Accounting, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, Management, Marketing and Supply Chain Management) which will be your tenure home.

The Director of the School of TIE will provide visionary leadership to advance the school’s mission of fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. The role encompasses strategic oversight of academic programs, community initiatives, faculty development, and partnerships with external stakeholders, particularly in the West Valley region of the Phoenix metro area. The ideal candidate will be passionate about student success, entrepreneurial engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

About TIE:

The School of Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TIE) at Arizona State University's W. P. Carey School of Business is a dynamic academic unit dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary learning and fostering innovation. Launched as part of the West Valley Forward initiative, TIE emphasizes the integration of technology and entrepreneurship to meet the evolving needs of students and the business community.

Academic Programs: The School of TIE offers innovative degree programs that emphasize data analytics skills and support experiential learning for all students pursuing W. P. Carey degrees at the West Valley campus. These programs help students develop an entrepreneurial mindset, integrating opportunities for project-based coursework and service in the West Valley.

Community Engagement: Through its research centers and community collaboration, TIE works to support the multiple needs of SMBs, providing continuing and executive education offerings, as well as networking opportunities for learners and professionals in the West Valley.

By combining academic rigor with practical experience, the School of TIE prepares students to become leaders in technology-driven business environments, contributing to the economic growth and innovation of the West Valley and beyond. More information about the West campus can be found here and more information about the School of TIE can be found here.

Key Responsibilities:

Programmatic Leadership (in collaboration with other W. P. Carey Leaders)

• Provide strategic direction for the BA in Applied Business and Technology Solutions (BA-TS), BA in Entrepreneurial Leadership (BA-EL), and provide support for MS in Supply Chain Management program.

• Develop and refine coursework and syllabi for BA-TS and BA-EL (in-person and online) to incorporate experiential learning, leveraging resources from the Center for Small and Medium-sized Businesses (CSMB).

• Introduce skill-building components such as data analytics, information systems, certifications, and self-paced courses to enhance student employability.

• Collaborate with faculty to influence policy and reframe perceptions of BA-TS and BA-EL as accessible, high-value degree programs for students from multicultural academic backgrounds.

Community Engagement and Ecosystem Building

• Oversee the Community Pillar of the School of TIE, that is, the Center for Small and Medium-sized Business (SMB)

• Foster entrepreneurial and SMB engagement activities to strengthen the WPC West Valley ecosystem for students, staff, faculty, and external partners.

• Create bridges for students to engage in real-world opportunities and research in the SMB industry through the Center’s initiatives.

• Collaborate with chambers of commerce, local businesses, and community organizations to understand and address regional challenges.

Student and Career Development

• Partner with development offices, career services, and other departments to devise innovative strategies for student learning and career outcomes.

• Establish pathways for students to connect with the Center and its SMB opportunities for internships, research, and experiential learning.

• Actively mentor students and foster a culture of innovation, resilience, and leadership.

Operational and Strategic Oversight

• Lead efforts to recruit, develop, and collaborate with faculty with expertise in entrepreneurship, technology, supply chain management, marketing, finance etc for TIE (and Center) efforts.

• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration with other schools and departments within ASU.

• Identify and secure funding opportunities to support programmatic and community-focused initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

Associate Professor: 1) A Ph. D. in a business administration discipline, or a related field, 2) Demonstrated ability to publish impactful research in premier scholarly business journals, 3) Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, and 4) Demonstrated leadership experience in academia, business, or entrepreneurship.

Full Professor: 1) A Ph. D. in a business administration discipline, or a related field, 2) Demonstrated ability to publish impactful research in premier scholarly business journals, 3) Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, 4) Significant service and contribution to one’s academic discipline evidenced by activities such as current or past editorial board memberships of academic journals and leadership roles related to academic conferences, and 5) Demonstrated leadership experience in academia, business, or entrepreneurship.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience designing and delivering innovative academic programs.

• Strong understanding of experiential learning methodologies and community engagement.

• Experience working with both large corporations and small and medium-sized businesses.

• Proven ability to secure funding through grants, partnerships, or fundraising.

• Track record of mentoring students and fostering academic and professional growth.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with multiple stakeholders.

• Success in prior leadership roles in a university environment.

• Experience building and managing external relationships/partnerships

• Demonstrate high levels of collaboration, innovation and inclusive practices.

Application deadline is March 25, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed every two weeks in the order in which they were received until the position is filled. Candidates will be asked to create or use and existing Interfolio Dossier to submit the following:

1) a cover letter that addresses how you meet the qualifications and why you are interested in this position at ASU
2) a curriculum vita

For additional information, please visit our department website at wpcarey.asu.edu/is, or contact Gopalakrishnan Mohan via email mohan@asu.edu.

The W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University is the largest business school in the United States with more than 20,000 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.

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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.

Successful candidates should include throughout their materials how their teaching, research, and service will contribute to the fulfillment of this charter. Learn more at wpcarey.asu.edu.

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