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Singapore Management University (SMU) seeks a strong and dynamic intellectual leader to serve as the Dean of the School of Business. The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of the School and reports to the Provost. The Dean will work with the Provost to develop an organizational structure; recruit a high caliber faculty and student body; create a climate of intellectual vitality and excellence; support faculty in their teaching, research, and service; oversee financial management of the School; and assume increasing responsibility for the School's fundraising and alumni relations. Incorporated in January 2000, Singapore Management SINGAPORE MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY Singapore Dean of the School of Business University, the first privately run university in Singapore to be established with government funding, aspires to the highest international standards of scholarship, research, and teaching. These aspirations have been significantly bolstered by the col- laboration agreements between SMU and The Wharton School. English is used for all communication and instruction. The School of Business was the first school in the university to be established in 2000. It was followed by the School of Accountancy in 2001 and most recently by the School of Economics and Social Sciences in 2002. SMU currently offers a BBM, BAcc, BSc (Economics), MSc (Applied Finance), a dou- ble degree in Business Management and Accountancy, MSc and PhD by research; and an Executive MBA is planned. A faculty of 54 currently serve a class of 1,150 undergraduates with enrollment anticipated to grow to 1,850 in 2005 and 2,200 in 2010 with faculty expanding to 95 and115, respectively. The ideal candidate will possess the following: a record of achievement in teaching and scholarship appropriate for a senior faculty appointment; ability to attract, develop, and retain out- standing faculty and staff; an understanding of and ability to support the full range of disciplines in the School; ability to work effectively and collaboratively with the many internal and external constituents of an urban university; a collegial, consul- tative management style allied with the ability to be strong and decisive; vision, creativity, and resourcefulness; strong advocacy skills coupled with an institutional perspective; a respect for and sensitivity to cultural differences; and leadership ability and management skills with particular strengths in strategic planning and fund raising. President Ronald Frank and Provost TAN Chin Tiong, Chair of the Search Committee, request that nominations, can- didacies, and requests for further information be directed to the University's consultant: Paula Carabelli Spencer Stuart 2020 Main Street, Suite 350 Irvine, California 92614 Tel: 949.930.8017 pcarabelli@spencerstuart.com Applications should include a letter of interest; a current curriculum vitae; and the names, positions, and phone numbers of five references who will be contacted only with the candidate's approval. Screening will begin immediately and will continue until the appointment is made. All communications will be treated confidentially. 60 BizEd NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2002 Endowed Chair in International Business Harvey Randall Wickes Saginaw Valley State University is seeking applicants for the position of Harvey Randall Wickes Endowed Chair in International Business. An earned doctorate in business or a related discipline and a successful record of teaching and research in an area of international business required. The specific discipline of study is open. Preference will be given to candidates whose scholarly and professional work is in the area of small business, entrepreneurship, or marketing. The successful candi- date will be expected to: • Facilitate interaction between the University and the regional busi- ness community in the area of international business programs. • Actively pursue external funding. • Teach 9–12 credit hours per calendar year. • Develop a program of collaborative research and scholarship consis- tent with the school's mission. • Work with the Dow Chemical Company Centennial Chair in Global Business and SVSU faculty to develop an integrated program in glob- al and international business. The salary, terms and conditions for this position are competitive. The appointment may begin as early as January 1, 2003, but no later than August 15, 2003. Saginaw Valley State University is a baccalaureate and master's level university offering more than 70 undergraduate programs of study and seven master's degree programs. Situated on a spacious 782-acre campus, SVSU is conveniently located in mid-Michigan, 90 miles north of Detroit. One of the fastest growing universities in the state, SVSU currently has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. The unique and attractive campus includes several newly constructed classroom and office buildings and a new performing arts center. The College of Business and Management offers programs leading to Master's and bachelor's degrees. For more information about SVSU, visit our website at www.svsu.edu. The College of Business and Management's website is www.svsu.edu/acadprog/bm. SVSU offers an excellent benefits package and retirement program. For full consideration, please send letter of application (stating the position being applied for), resume and contact information of three pro- fessional references to: Dr. Paul J. Uselding, Dean of the College of Business and Management, 320 Curtiss Hall, Saginaw Valley State University, 7400 Bay Road, University Center, MI 48710. If more infor- mation is required, contact Dean Uselding at (989) 964-4064 or uselding@svsu.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2002 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications from and nominations of minorities and members of other under-represented groups are especially encouraged. SVSU is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer.