Program Manager, Center for Business Analytics, Carl H. Lindner College of Business, Hybrid
 University of Cincinnati | |
parental leave, paid time off, sick time, retirement plan, remote work
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 United States, Ohio, Cincinnati | |
 Mar 19, 2025 | |
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Program Manager, Center for Business Analytics, Carl H. Lindner College of Business, Hybrid Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion. Job Overview
A highly organized and strategic program manager who oversees multiple projects at the UC Center for Business Analytics (CBA). The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing, planning, coordinating, and tracking projects while ensuring alignment with project goals. These are student-led projects with faculty advisory primarily for CBA members. This role requires excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive program success. This position will have the option of a hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office/2 days work from home) for those with a residence within OH/IN/KY following 90 days of training. Residence must be in the tri-state area within reasonable distance to UC Main Campus to have ability to report to campus as required. Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies. Essential Functions
* Project Sourcing: Work with the CBA members to source projects consistent with their CBA benefit level. Communicate with the members and schedule projects for the Spring, Summer, or Fall academic terms. * Program Planning & Execution: Develop and manage the project plans that are primarily executed for CBA members. There can be up to 15 simultaneous projects lasting one academic term. The Program Manager, along with the CBA Academic Director, is responsible for negotiating the project scope. They are also responsible for ensuring thesuccessful execution of projects within scope, timeline, and budget. * Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with the project teams and the sponsoring CBA member or organization to align with stated objectives. * Resource Sourcing and Coordination: Identify, interview, and hire students to work CBA projects. Work collaboratively with the CBA Academic Director to assign students to Center and case study projects. * Performance Tracking & Reporting: Monitor project progress and prepare reports to track program progress, risks, and outcomes. Maintain and improve databases that track historical data on projects and client feedback. * Mentoring and Guidance: Provide a positive learning environment for the students to develop project management skills. Mentor the students on common techniques used for effective project management. Mentor students on specific client situations and communications. Also, provide leadership guidance regarding analytical methods involved in the projects. * Budget Management: Oversee program budgets and ensure cost-effective resource utilization. * Support Academic Mission: Develop, maintain, and deliver training material to students, the broader UC Community, and professionals as needed. Topics include project management, leadership, team building, and related areas. * Other activities: The Program Manager will also be an integral part of the CBA team. They will contribute to the success of conferences and other CBA activities. Required Education
Required Trainings/Certifications
N/A Required Experience
Additional Qualifications Considered
* Strong leadership and decision-making abilities. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Basic knowledge of project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project) * Basic knowledge of analytical methods and tools (e.g. Python, Power BI, Tableau) * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fixed time frame. * PMP, PgMP, or other relevant certifications. Application Information
Please submit an online application and attach the following documents: * Resume * Cover letter * List of 3 references. References will be checked for finalist. Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Compensation and Benefits UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP). To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu. The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer. REQ:98532 SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN SF:IHE Program Manager, Center for Business Analytics, Carl H. Lindner College of Business, Hybrid Date: Mar 18, 2025 Location: Cincinnati, OH, US Facility: Main Campus
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