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Dean, College of Business and Economics Lehigh University invites applications and nominations for the Dean of the College of Business and Economics. Founded in 1865, Lehigh is a private institution consistently ranked among the top national research universities. The university's endowment is approaching $1 billion, with a major campaign currently underway. Approximately one-quarter of Lehigh's 4,600 undergraduates and one-sixth of the 2,100 graduate students are enrolled in the College of Business and Economics (CBE). The Dean serves as the leader of the 55 full time CBE faculty, with oversight responsibility for all of the CBE's undergraduate, graduate, and professional educational programs. Lehigh's Undergraduate Business program was recently ranked by BusinessWeek as among the top 20 in the nation. Lehigh is located in eastern Pennsylvania, on a scenic, 1,600-acre campus in historic Bethlehem, about one and one-half hours from New York or Philadelphia. Lehigh Valley International Airport, served by most major airlines, is 15 minutes from campus. The Lehigh Valley is an especially attractive place to live and work with reasonable costs of living, easy commuting, excellent schools, and numerous cultural activities. The undergraduate program at CBE, renowned for the exceptional number of distinguished business leaders who have graduated from this program, includes majors in the fields of accounting, business information systems, economics, finance, marketing, and supply chain management. In addition, the College has partnered strategically with Lehigh's highly regarded P.C. Rossin College of Engineering to offer innovative, multi- disciplinary programs, including a B.S. in Integrated Business and Engineering, a B.S. in Computer Science and Business, and an M.S. in Analytical Finance. These cutting edge programs are complemented by a state-of-the- art Financial Services Laboratory (FSL), and the Center for Value Chain Research. The MBA program includes not only the traditional fields of study, but also innovative degrees, including the MBA and Engineering degree, and the MBA and Educational Leadership degree. The College has also developed unique MS programs in Analytical Finance, in Accounting, and in Biopharmaceutical Economics. The ideal candidate will have a clear and strategic vision for the CBE that elevates its national stature, a strong commitment to scholarship and to undergraduate and graduate education, a commitment to innovative university-wide, collaborative academic programs, a record of success in generating extramural financial support and corporate partnerships, and demonstrated leadership and academic management abilities. The candidate should have a record of scholarship with an earned doctorate or a record of significant success in business. Women and underrepresented minorities are especially encouraged to submit applications. Interested candidates should direct their questions about the position and/or submit their CV/resume in electronic form (Microsoft Word preferred) to S. David Wu, Dean, P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science Chair, Search Advisory Committee and Dr. Ilene H. Nagel, Executive Search Consultant Leader, Higher Education Practice Russell Reynolds Associates 805-699-3020 (Pacific Coast Time) bdeanlehigh@russellreynolds.com For further information about the CBE and the Dean's position, please visit www.lehigh.edu/deansearch. Screening of candidates will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. BizEd NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2006 67