Strategy and Innovation Program Manager

SummaryThe Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan is a diverse learning community grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for positive change in today's dynamic global economy. The Ross School of Business mission is to build a better world through business. Through our powerful ideas, purpose-driven leaders, and positive impact, we empower business leaders to improve the world. Learn more about Ross here. For questions about this role, email .What You'll DoThe Strategy and Innovation Program Manager provides coordination and oversight of strategic and analytic initiatives central to advancing business education at Ross. You will report to the Managing Director of the Office of Undergraduate Programs. You will administer comprehensive pre-college programming, organizing efforts around competency-based education, innovation grant management, and data collection/assessment to support curriculum improvement and accreditation. You will collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and external partners, analyze outcomes, and inform decision-making that supports student success and program impact.Why Work at Michigan?In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days)A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vestingMany choices for comprehensive health insurancePaid maternity and parental leaveLife insuranceLong-term disability coverageFlexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expensesFlexible Work ProgramRoss Onsite Fitness CenterResponsibilities*Strategic Program ManagementLead academic programs, including the Teaching Innovation Grant cycle.Design, manage, and assess the Summer Business Academy (SBA), overseeing curriculum coordination, recruitment, student experience, logistics, and post-program evaluation.Develop and refine workflows, resources, and partnership structures that support program operations and continuous improvement.Oversee program budgets and prepare summaries for leadership.Data, Assessment & Continuous ImprovementConduct data analysis (Python, R, or similar) to evaluate curricular and co-curricular learning outcomes and support AACSB assurance-of-learning needs.Design and administer surveys, focus groups, and market/competitor analyses for SBA, Innovation grants, and other programs.Produce high-quality assessment reports for faculty, leadership, donors, and accrediting bodies.Support faculty and grant recipients in developing assessment plans.Collaboration, Engagement & CommunicationBuild and sustain partnerships with faculty, high schools, community organizations, donors, and campus partners.Be a liaison among students, faculty, program sponsors, and leadership.Represent Ross at events, conferences, and recruitment activities to enhance program visibility and impact.Surface student experience and climate insights, contributing to inclusive, data-informed program enhancements.Required Qualifications*Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination of education and related professional experience) 5+ years of experience in program management, higher education administration, student affairs or related fields.Direct experience managing programs or special projects from launch to assessment.Experience in the collection, interpretation, and presentation of qualitative and quantitative data; familiarity with Python, R or similar programming software helpful.Experience preparing and delivering communications and presentations to varied audiences, including senior leadership.Experience managing budgets and tracking program expenditures.Familiarity with artificial intelligence concepts and tools, and the ability to identify opportunities for applying AI in strategic plans.Proficiency in Google and Microsoft application suites.Modes of WorkPositions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the