University of Derby
Deputy Director of Derby International Business School
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The University of Derby
A modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.
- Financially strong and seriously ambitious
- Achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research
- Awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023
We offer an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.
About the College/Department
Derby International Business School (DIBS) is based in the state-of-the-art, £75 million Cavendish Building in the heart of Derby.
We are shaping innovators, disruptors, and pioneers ready to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Our diverse portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate courses spans disciplines including accounting, business management, international business, economics and finance, marketing, operations, supply chain and logistics, event management, and tourism management.
Our curriculum is designed in partnership with leading organisations such as PwC, Rolls-Royce, and local enterprise hubs, ensuring our graduates develop the capabilities employers increasingly value, including critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, adaptability and digital fluency.
Accounting, Economics and Finance
Offers a rich and professionally grounded education designed to prepare students for impactful careers in business, finance and public service.
- Courses developed in collaboration with employers and professional bodies
- Hands-on learning experiences through access to cutting-edge facilities
- Students benefit from live consultancy projects with organisations such as Chatsworth House
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Business and Management
Empowers students to become agile, responsible leaders capable of navigating the complexities of modern business.
- Curriculum accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
- Strong links with employers such as Rolls-Royce, Toyota and Bloc Digital
Executive Education and Enterprise Development
Offers a dynamic and responsive portfolio of programmes designed to empower professionals, businesses and organisations to grow, adapt and innovate in an ever-changing world.
- Commitment to applied learning and partnership working
- Programmes built around real business challenges and strategic goals
Marketing and Operations
Brings together creativity, innovation, strategic thinking and operational excellence to drive business impact.
- Marketing programmes are accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
- Curriculum is developed in partnership with industry
Tourism and Hospitality
A vibrant, internationally recognised hub for education, research and innovation in the visitor economy.
- Recognised as an International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education
- Ranked internationally in the Top 50 QS Subject Rankings
About the Role
We are seeking an inspiring and ambitious academic leader to join Derby International Business School as Deputy Director.
- Play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the School's strategic ambitions
- Lead and develop Heads of Discipline, Programme Leaders and academic teams
- Drive the development of a future focused portfolio
The role will have significant responsibility for supporting student recruitment growth, enhancing academic quality and performance, strengthening research and knowledge exchange activity, developing new income streams, and expanding collaborative partnerships both within the UK and internationally.
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About You
- Experienced and credible academic leader with a strong track record of delivering results within higher education
- Holding a doctorate in a relevant discipline
- Substantial leadership and management experience
- Proven success in leading high performing teams, driving organisational improvement and delivering strategic objectives
Benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 42 days
- Teacher’s Pension Scheme
- Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support
- Access to a variety of staff discounts
- Discounted onsite gym
- Access to employer-funded Private Health Insurance
- Holiday purchase
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Flexible working environment
- Commitment to personal and professional development
Key Contact
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Alexandra Charles, Director of Derby International Business School via A.Charles@derby.ac.uk
For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk
Important Information
This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI. For more information, visit our website.
The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern. Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.
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