Job - Programme Manager MSc

The Programme Manager MSc has overall responsibility for the daily management and logistics of a number of RSM’s pre-experience master programmes, amongst which the MSc in Business Administration.

 He/she has direct responsibility for:

* the design and implementation of the year plan and schedule of courses and exams

* correct and timely registration of students in programmes/courses/exams

* the implementation of elements of the quality control cycle, such as course evaluations

*Liaising with the Academic Directors in order to provide an optimal support structure for the respective programmes;

* Being the principle point of contact for students regarding logistical & organisational issues;

* Liaising with colleagues in the department on relevant issues (Examination Board, International Office and so on);

* Organisation of programme related events such as introductory activities for new students

 He / she will contribute to:

* marketing and recruitment activities;

* the efficient, effective and pleasant operations of the MSc unit;

* an enjoyable study experience of the master students;

* advice on, initiation and implementation of process improvements

The applicant should:

* hold a Higher Education degree;

* Have two years of relevant working experience in (international) higher education;

* possess quantitative and analytical skills;

* Have an excellent command of both Dutch and English;

* Possess excellent communication skills;

* have a customer friendly attitude, whilst being able to cope with (large numbers of) demanding students;

* have an affinity with administrative processes and be accurate;

* be able to liaise effectively and efficiently with various stakeholders (i.e. students, Academic Directors, RSM and EUR colleagues);

* have an optimistic and strong problem solving attitude;

* be stress resistant;

* be able to work independently and take initiatives.

The conditions of employment correspond with the collective labour agreement for Dutch Universities (schaal 9 / 10 CAO NU). We offer a fulltime contract, initially for 1 year after which there is the option of a permanent contract. Remuneration is dependent on experience and qualifications of the candidate. 

Working at the Erasmus University Rotterdam means working in a professional environment, where personal development is encouraged through an active career and mobility policy. The Erasmus University Rotterdam highly appreciates flexibility: we have a 38-hour workweek, flexible working hours, possibilities to work part-time and maternal/paternal leave, an end-of-year bonus (8.3%) and a holiday allowance (8%). Moreover, the University has a flexible pension scheme, possibilities to participate in a terms of employment option model, company savings program and life insurance schemes and advantageous group insurances. Employees are welcome to use our facilities, such as the sports centre and the library.

Rotterdam School of Management Erasmus University is the business school of Erasmus University Rotterdam. RSM aims to become a trendsetter for future management by offering a cohesive package of university level education, research and professional services, and by being attractive to an international market for students, executives and organisations.

RSM Erasmus University offers an extensive portfolio of management courses (including Bachelor in Business Administration/Business Management, MSc in (International) Business Administration, part-time diploma in Business Management, MPhil and PhD in General Management, (executive) MBA programmes, specialist masters and in-company training.

Most of RSM’s research programmes are conducted through the Erasmus Research Institute of Management (ERIM). The School is a member of several leading international networks, including AACSB, EQUIS, the Community of European Management Schools (CEMS) and the Partnership in International  Management (PIM). RSM has approximately 8,000 students and 450 members of staff.

The Programme Manager is part of the unit MSc Programmes that deals with 14 RSM pre-experience masterprogrammes. He/she works closely with the two other MSc programme managers and the programme assistant and he/she reports to the Executive Director MSc Programmes. The programme manager liaises with a number of other units, such as the Examination Board, the Examination Administration, the student advisers, the International Office, Career Services, the Recruitment and Admissions Office and the Resource Department and has frequent contact with both teaching staff and students.