Portfolio Director, Finance and Economics

Job description

Portfolio Director , Finance and Economics Department of Operations, Innovation, and Leadership School of Business: 12-Month Collegiate Faculty Location: Adelphi, MD (Hybrid): Location : Residence in or relocation to the Maryland/Washington, D.C./Northern Virginia metro area is required. The position is hybrid with 2-3 days per week on-site required at our Adelphi, MD location. Additional days on-site may be required on an occasional basis. Summary: The Portfolio Director is a key academic and strategic leader within the Global Academic and Learning Enterprise (GALE) at UMGC. Responsible for setting the vision, direction, and priorities for a portfolio of learning experiences within a specific disciplinary and industry domain, the Portfolio Director ensures alignment to workforce trends, employer needs, and academic innovation. This role curates a full spectrum of learning experiences—including degrees, certificates, micro-credentials, and workforce-based programs—and works in collaboration with cross-functional university teams to optimize learner outcomes, enhance access, and ensure career relevance. Positioned at the intersection of education and industry, the Portfolio Director...