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Job Roles and Responsibilities1. Academic Leadership Develop and execute a visionary academic strategy aligned with the University's goals in online and distance education. Oversee the design, delivery, and continual improvement of online MBA and other academic programs. Ensure curriculum innovation to meet industry trends, learner needs, and regulatory requirements. Apply principles of Instructional Design (ID) to curriculum development, focusing on ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation) and Bloom's Taxonomy for structured learning outcomes. 2. Quality Assurance & Accreditation Implement and monitor academic quality assurance frameworks in compliance with UGC, NAAC, and other regulatory bodies. Lead the process of curriculum review, academic audits, and feedback analysis. Ensure continuous improvement based on internal review mechanisms and external benchmarks. Integrate formative and summative assessment techniques to measure learner progression and curriculum effectiveness. 3. Faculty Development & Management Recruit, train, and retain high-quality academic faculty for online and blended delivery. Conduct regular faculty development programs to promote pedagogical innovation and academic excellence. Foster a culture of research, publication, and intellectual engagement among faculty. Encourage faculty to adopt Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to address diverse learning needs and styles. 4. Learner Success & Engagement Oversee academic counseling, mentoring, and learner support services to ensure student success and satisfaction. Promote the use of data analytics to track learner engagement, progression, and outcomes. Drive the implementation of modern digital tools for learner assessment, feedback, and academic interventions. Apply Cognitive Load Theory to optimize content delivery and learner comprehension in online environments. 5. Program Expansion & Innovation Identify opportunities for new online programs, certifications, and academic partnerships with industry and international institutions. Collaborate with the marketing and admission teams for program positioning, outreach, and growth. Lead the development of micro-credentials, MOOCs, and modular programs aligned with emerging skill needs. Use Backward Design to ensure programs meet targeted learning outcomes and career readiness. 6. Regulatory Compliance & Governance Ensure strict adherence to all regulatory guidelines for online education issued by UGC-DEB and other authorities. Maintain accurate academic records, policies, and reports for audits, inspections, and compliance. Integrate Quality Matters (QM) Standards to uphold quality in online course design and delivery. 7. Cross-functional Collaboration Collaborate with technology, content, admissions, and learner support teams for smooth academic operations. Represent CDOE in internal academic councils, external forums, and industry-academia events. Foster collaboration to support Learning Experience Design (LXD) for enhanced learner engagement. 8. Academic Innovation & Technology Integration Promote Outcome-Based Education (OBE), project-based learning, and interdisciplinary approaches in online pedagogy. Leverage Learning Management Systems (LMS), adaptive learning technologies, and interactive content to enhance digital learning experiences.Qualifications: A Ph.D. in Management, Education, or a related field from a recognized institution. Minimum of 15 years of academic experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role in higher education, preferably in distance or online education. Proven track record in academic administration, curriculum development, faculty management, and educational innovation. Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks such as UGC-DEB, NAAC, and NEP 2020. Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills. Familiarity with Instructional Design Models and Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL) strategies.