Director / Program Lead - Digital Science & Management

Role Overview:

As the Director / Program Lead for Digital Science & Management, you will be at the forefront of shaping the future of professional education in the digital realm. This pivotal role involves strategically defining, developing, and executing cutting-edge programs that address the evolving demands of digital transformation across industries. You will collaborate extensively with internal faculty, learning and development teams, industry experts, and corporate partners, acting as a bridge between academic rigor and practical industry application.

Your leadership will directly impact the careers of countless professionals, equipping them with advanced digital skills and management acumen, thereby enhancing our institution's reputation and contributing significantly to the digital readiness of the global workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

- Define and execute strategic roadmaps for digital science and management programs, ensuring alignment with industry trends and future workforce needs for students and corporate clients.

- Lead the end-to-end design and development of innovative, industry-relevant curricula, integrating concepts from digital transformation, product management, and IT consulting to deliver high-impact learning experiences.

- Oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of learning methodologies and platforms, fostering an engaging and effective environment for participants to acquire critical digital skills.

- Establish and nurture partnerships with leading IT consulting firms and industry experts, integrating real-world case studies and best practices into program offerings to enhance practical applicability.

- Apply product management principles to program development, treating educational offerings as products that require market analysis, feature definition, launch, and iterative improvement to meet learner demands and market opportunities.

- Mentor and guide program teams and faculty, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous innovation in digital education.

- Drive market research and competitive analysis to identify new program opportunities and ensure our offerings remain at the forefront of digital learning.

- Manage program budgets, resources, and operational timelines to ensure efficient delivery and achievement of strategic objectives.

Required Skillset:

- A minimum of 10 to 18 years of progressive experience in roles spanning digital transformation, curriculum development, learning & development, IT consulting, or product management, with a significant portion in leadership capacities.

- Proven expertise in driving digital transformation initiatives and understanding their impact on business and education.

- Exceptional ability in curriculum development and instructional design, particularly for advanced professional programs.

- Strong background in learning and development strategies, including adult learning principles and technology-enhanced learning.

- Demonstrated experience in IT consulting, either directly or through managing programs that serve the IT consulting sector.

- Proficiency in product management methodologies, including market research, roadmap planning, and lifecycle management for educational products.

- Outstanding leadership and team-building capabilities, with a track record of inspiring and managing diverse teams.

- Superior communication, presentation, and negotiation skills to engage with senior stakeholders, industry partners, and program participants.

- Strategic thinking and problem-solving acumen to navigate complex challenges and identify innovative solutions.

- Master's degree or higher in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Information Technology, Digital Management, or a related discipline from a premier institution.

- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced academic and industry-facing environment in Chandigarh, collaborating effectively with both on-site and remote teams.