Dean, Adnan Kassar School of Business

The Lebanese American University invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the Adnan Kassar School of Business (AKSOB), effective September 1, 2025. The Lebanese American University (LAU) is a leading higher education institution in the Middle East operating on two campuses, Beirut and Byblos, and enrolling more than 9,000 students. The University is chartered by the Regents of the State University of New York and is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The Adnan Kassar School of Business is one of the oldest and most reputable of the region, enrolling approximately 3,000 students in its undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs on campus and online.

Position Summary

The Dean of the Adnan Kassar School of Business is the senior academic officer of the School and is responsible for all matters relating to academic leadership and administration including overseeing of academic programs, faculty, staff and students on both the Beirut and Byblos campuses. The Dean will set standards for intellectual engagement and accomplishment for the School and will provide strategic vision and operational leadership to all aspects of the academic and professional programs, creating an environment that supports the School, faculty, and students. The Dean will also conduct fundraising for the School.

The candidate must be able to build on LAU’s strong record in business education and lead the School that is AACSB accredited towards further recognition as a world-class provider of quality business education in the MENA region. The Dean should have a commitment to liberal arts education, a compelling, strategic vision and long-term goals for the School, in addition to proven implementation skills.

The Dean reports to the Provost and serves as a voting member on the Council of Deans and as an Ex-Officio member on School and University Councils.

Required Qualifications

Candidates are expected to have:

• An earned Ph.D. degree from a reputable university in one of the disciplines of the School and a senior academic rank as professor
• A distinguished research and academic record
• A proven record of administrative leadership 
• Experience in strategic planning and accreditation 
• A track record of grant development
• A proven record of managerial and budgetary know-how
• A proven record of academic program development 
• A proven record in recruiting and retaining a diverse population of faculty, students and staff
• An administrative style that demonstrates commitment to shared governance
• A strategic, innovative and forward-thinking leadership style 
• An innovative approach to teaching and learning assessment and familiarity with information technology innovations for higher education 
• A track record of successful collaboration with the business community
• A record reflecting high personal integrity and ethical standards

Application Details

Applications should include:

• A letter outlining the applicant’s background, qualifications and vision for this position
• A curriculum vitae
• Names of three referees with contact details

To apply, please send an email to sobdsc@lau.edu.lb. The initial review of applications will begin on April 1, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled.