Program Manager, Executive Education

Job title: Program Manager, Executive Education in Denver, CO at University of Denver Company: University of Denver Job description: The Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver has a long tradition of shaping bold thinkers and innovative leaders. As part of a high-achieving community of students, staff, and faculty, we challenge the status quo, drive change, and create impact in an increasingly dynamic world. Daniels is consistently ranked among the nation's top business schools-and is the only business school in Colorado to earn high rankings from BusinessWeek, The Financial Times, U.S. News & World Report, and Forbes.As part of Daniels, DU Executive Education empowers individuals, teams, and organizations to grow and thrive. We deliver intensive, relevant, and research-backed leadership and business upskilling programs designed to fit the pace of today's working professionals. Our one-to-five-day workshops aren't just courses-they're transformational experiences that help individuals lead better, work smarter, and fuel organizational success. Learn more at .Position SummaryShape Experiences That Transform Careers.Are you passionate about designing experiences that help people grow? Are you a natural planner with an eye for detail and a heart for learning? Join DU Executive Education as our next Program Manager and help us deliver high-impact, professional development programs that make a difference in the lives of working professionals-and the organizations they serve.This is more than a logistics role. Reporting to the Director of Program Success, you'll oversee and manage the participant learning journey of our leadership development and business acumen programs-from planning and execution to evaluation and relationship-building. You'll be the glue between DU Executive Education and our faculty, our clients, and our participants-ensuring that our programs are not only flawlessly delivered, but deeply impactful.If you're an operations-minded, education-inspired, detail-loving professional who thrives on meaningful work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this role was made for you.Why This Role Matters

• Delivering a world-class participant experience
• Operationalizing our strategy and scaling our impact
• Being a trusted thought partner to faculty and facilitators
• Bringing DUs mission to life-one workshop at a time

Essential FunctionsProgram Management

• Own the planning and logistics for a portfolio of Exec Ed programs-manage timelines, vendors, venues, supplies, and support staff.
• Use Wrike (project management tool) to ensure all deadlines and tasks are on track.
• Manage the participant experience from registration to post-program follow-up.
• Set the tone at each program-coordinate music, icebreakers, activities, room layout, and more.
• Support on-site program delivery, including occasional overnight or evening programs.

Learning Journey Stewardship

• Serve as the primary point of contact for adjunct faculty-guide them through onboarding, expectations, and alignment to Exec Ed standards.
• Partner with faculty to enhance experiential learning components and align activities to outcomes.
• Evaluate program impact and participant feedback, then share insights to continuously improve the learning journey.

Business & Client Growth

• Build and maintain relationships with clients and participants to encourage repeat business and referrals.
• Collaborate with the sales team on identifying opportunities for upselling and program expansion.
• Represent Exec Ed as a knowledgeable, professional, and values-driven partner.

Team & Process Innovation

• Help improve and document processes to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Lead and mentor student workers and program assistants.
• Contribute to cross-functional efforts that strengthen team culture and operational success.

You'll Thrive in This Role If You Are…

• A builder- you bring structure to chaos and thrive when improving systems and experiences.
• A connector- you foster trust with faculty, facilitators, and participants while keeping everyone aligned.
• A strategic doer-you think long-term but aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves.
• A partner in learning- you believe in the transformative power of education and care deeply about participant experience.
• A collaborative teammate- you pitch in wherever needed, give feedback generously, and want to see the whole team win.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency Microsoft Office suite including PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple complex projects
• Strong client and stakeholder relationship skills
• Comfort with tech tools like MS Office, project management systems (Wrike preferred), and learning management systems (NovoEd a plus)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minor or specialization in Business or Organizational Behavior
• 2 years of experience in program, event, or project management
• Experience in education, learning & development, or workforce programming
• Budget management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in program, event, or project management
• Experience working with faculty, facilitators, or consultants in an education or nonprofit setting
• Exposure to business development or customer relationship management (Salesforce a plus)
• Basic design or marketing experience (Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud)

Working Environment

• Work environment is a standard office environment where noise level is quiet to moderate and requires ability to work in front of a computer for an extended period.
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus

Physical Activities

• Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus.

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with flexibility to manage our 3-day/2-night mountain retreat programs several times a year. This position allows for 1-2 remote days per week dependent on on-campus program delivery. The hiring manager will share more about DU hybrid work policy and discuss work schedule flexibility.Application Deadline For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) Monday, June 9th, 2025.Special Instructions Candidates must apply online through to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.Salary Grade Number: The salary grade for the position is 8.Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $56,500-$62,000.The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.Benefits: The University of Denver offers , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the .Please include the following documents with your application: 1. Resume 2. Cover LetterThe University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's .All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.Advertised: May 16, 2025 Applications close: June 09, 2025 Expected salary: $56500 - 62000 per year Location: Denver, CO Apply for the job now! Apply for this job