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Posted Job TitleProgram Coordinator, MBA Program for Executives, Wharton SchoolJob Profile TitleCoordinator, ProgramJob Description SummaryWharton School Overview
Founded in 1881 as the world’s first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students. Each year, 13,000 professionals worldwide advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education’s individual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 104,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. Wharton is home to a diverse staff population representing a rich array of backgrounds, expertise, and cultures. To learn more, visit www.wharton.upenn.edu.Job Description
The Program Coordinator is responsible for assisting all Class Managers (Assoc. Directors) of the Wharton MBA Program for Executives (WEMBA). This includes the first- and second-year classes for the Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Global cohorts. Centralized administrative duties include collecting textbook requirements from faculty, surveying students for book delivery choices, and purchasing and distributing course material, as well as monitoring GBW, block week, and opportunity week registrations. In addition, the Program Coordinator will create BEOs for weekend Aramark meals. Support Philadelphia Class managers and students, as needed. This role operates on a non-traditional work schedule and requires some weekend and evening hours. Specifically, each cohort of students is in session every other Saturday, resulting in a class being in session most Saturdays during a calendar year, and occasionally sessions and events are held during the evenings.
Qualifications:
This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of staff, faculty, administrators, and executive students. Must have a strong customer service orientation and ability to exercise sound judgment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The ability to juggle multiple tasks and to prioritize among deliverables is a must. Must possess the ability to work in a collaborative team environment with colleagues from multiple departments and campuses. Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of three years of administrative work experience, preferably in an academic environment. Proficiency in Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook). Familiarity with University systems is a plus. Ability and willingness to work occasional Saturdays, Sundays, and evenings.
Job Location – City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolWharton SchoolPay Range$24.13 – $30.00 Hourly RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University Benefits
To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay
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