Deans Counsel

🎙️ Episode 47 of Deans Counsel features Professor Sherif Kamel, Dean of The American University in Cairo School of Business. Professor Kamel, also the current Board Chair of AACSB International, joins moderators Dave Ikenberry and Ken Kring for a discussion tailored to deans and academic leaders.   In this episode, Professor Kamel provides valuable insights and advice on a range of topics, from the global impact of business education to the role of executive education. He discusses innovative approaches to enhancing the student experience and offers guidance on fostering effective communication and relationships with faculty and staff.   To delve deeper into Professor Kamel's leadership philosophy and experiences, please listen to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/gddrRGZw #academicleadership #strategicplanning #businesseducation

🎙C.K. (Tina) Gunsalus (Illinois) on Radically Practical Tools for Dealing with Conflict on Ep 42.   In this episode of Deans Counsel, we delve into the essential leadership skills that can help navigate challenging times. Dr. C.K. "Tina" Gunsalus, Director of the National Center for Principled Leadership & Research Ethics (NCPRE) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign shares her top tips and guidance from defining your personal "why" (a throwback to Raj Echambadi Episode 33) to fostering a culture of inclusion. These insights offer practical guidance for leaders at all levels.   Learn effective strategies for managing yourself when facing conflict and creating a positive work environment. Explore how you can cultivate a culture of inclusion and foster a sense of belonging in your organization. And gain practical tips for handling tough conversations, including performance reviews and terminations.   Dr. Gunsalus also shares how to access specialized tools that the (NCPRE) has made available to everyone that provides a way to create a snapshot of the vibrancy and challenges of an academic unit.    This episode, filled with resources from "The College Administrator's Survival Guide" and the National Center for Principled Leadership & Research Ethics (NCPRE), is essential listening for current and aspiring deans and leaders seeking to more effectively manage themselves and their teams when facing challenging conversations in higher education. #highereducation #leadership #conflictmanagement https://lnkd.in/gGfYxeQp

🎙Trends in Career Services featuring Mark Brostoff on Ep 41.    In this episode of Deans Counsel, panelists Jim Ellis and Dave Ikenberry are joined by Mark Brostoff, former Assistant Dean and Director of Graduate Career Services at the University of Southern California's Marshall School of Business. Brostoff, who held this position from 2016 to January 2024, brings a wealth of experience in career services at top-tier business schools.   For business school deans, the efficacy of career services in facilitating graduate success is a critical concern. Brostoff shares insights gleaned from over sixteen years in the field, discussing trends in career services, employer needs, the intersection of career services and curricular reform, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for evaluating career services effectiveness. He also outlines strategies for empowering career services professionals to meet these KPIs and navigate the evolving landscape of academia and the workplace.   This episode is essential listening for current and aspiring deans seeking to understand the multifaceted challenges and metrics associated with career services in higher education. #highereducation #leadership #MBAcareers https://lnkd.in/ghu7YNfi

🎙So, You Want to Be a Dean featuring Dr. Tony Bernardo on Ep 40.    In this episode panelists Jim Ellis and Dave Ikenberry are joined by Dr. Antonio "Tony" Bernardo, Dean and John E. Anderson Chair in Management at UCLA's Anderson School of Management.   Dr. Bernardo offers a candid perspective on the complexities and pleasant surprises of leading a top business school. With five years of experience in the role, he shares insights into the unexpected challenges he has encountered, such as navigating the COVID-19 crisis and balancing philanthropic efforts with administrative responsibilities.   Then, Dr. Bernardo delves into the strategic nuances of deanship, discussing his approaches to time management, delegation, and fostering a productive organizational culture. He also reflects on curricular ideas for the MBA and the importance of effective communication in cultivating a thriving academic community.   This episode is essential listening for current and aspiring deans seeking valuable insights into the multifaceted challenges and rewards of leadership in higher education. #highereducation #leadership https://lnkd.in/gGuXPVD6

🎙A dean's guide to working with the provost featuring Dr. Amy Dittmar (Rice Univ) on Ep 39. Amy Dittmar, Howard R. Hughes Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and a Professor of Finance at Rice University's Jones Graduate School of Business joins moderators David Ikenberry and Ken Kring. As a dean, your success hinges on a strong relationship with your provost. But how do you foster effective collaboration, especially when you're facing complex challenges? In this episode of the Deans Counsel Podcast, we explore insights from Dr. Amy Ditmar, a seasoned academic leader, on building bridges between deans and provosts. Dr. Dittmar offers helpful advice on dealing with some of the stressors we all face as deans, bringing solutions to the conversation as you share problems with your provost and some helpful insight into thinking about how budgetary problems arise  and how to potentially defuse them. For current and aspiring deans, learn more at https://lnkd.in/gU67q6Us

🎙Dr. Victor C. Mullins, Senior Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion at New York University's Leonard N. Stern School of Business featured in Episode 38 of the Deans Counsel podcast.   Dr. Mullins joins moderators David Ikenberry and Jim Ellis for an illuminating conversation on the new era of DEI and creating a truly inclusive environment. Mullins discusses his approach to driving change, his philosophy on leadership, and avoiding hidden messages of exclusion when advancing the notion of inclusion.   Listen as Dr. Mullins imparts his wisdom for advancing an inclusive environment along with the critical steps, and surprising audiences, he believes creates the greatest impact for the future.   Designed for current and aspiring deans building an inclusive campus, Episode 38 is a must listen    https://lnkd.in/grJXUYbF

🎙Dr. Judy Olian, President of Quinnipiac University joins the Deans Counsel Podcast for Episode 37. Dr. Olian describes how a willingness to say “yes” to career-broadening, campus-wide opportunities positively impacted her career advancement. And how serving as Dean of UCLA Anderson School of Management and the Smeal College of Business Administration at Pennsylvania State University prepared her for being president - and what critical asset business schools bring to a presidency. Hear as Dr. Olian describes change management as part of implementing your strategy and building a team aligned around its success. Designed for current and aspiring deans and university presidents, Episode 37 is a must listen https://lnkd.in/gPUtx46G

🎙Dr. Henrik Cronqvist, Dean of Chapman University's Argyros College of Business and Economics since July 2022, joins the Deans Counsel Podcast for Episode 36.   He discusses his "crown jewel strategy" leveraging Chapman's renowned film school to build Argyros College's national reputation. Living near Hollywood, Dr. Cronqvist shares how they have tailored programs for the entertainment industry and positioned their MBA for new career opportunities.   Hear as Dr. Cronqvist discusses key details from discussions with Chapman's president and provost, along with tips for successful "managing up." A must-listen for current and aspiring deans seeking to drive change and cross-campus collaboration. https://lnkd.in/gNDJBjc6

🎙Dr. Sulin Ba, Dean of the Driehaus College of Business at DePaul University, joins the Deans Counsel Podcast for Episode 35. In a conversation designed for academics championing the underserved in higher ed, Dr. Ba is uniquely positioned to lead a business school whose enrollment is 40% first generation students and 45% students of color. Dr. Ba shares how the Driehaus College of Business is successfully building a deeper sense of community on campus with current students and the more than 85,000 alums living and working near Depaul in the greater Chicago area. Central to Dr. Ba’s vision at Driehaus was rethinking career development for students and graduates. Listen as Dr. Ba details the changes to curriculum and co-curricular activities making the greatest impact on career outcomes. And driving change comes with its own challenges. Dr. Ba offers insights and lessons learned building an effective leadership team by shaping the advisory board for impact and lasting success. And finally, Dr. Ba shares her experiences collaborating with campus leadership on critical challenges including budget shortfalls and how she and her team wisely navigated the issues while minimizing the impact on students, staff, faculty and alums. Transforming lives and serving underrepresented populations is critical for all of us in the academy. Go deeper as  Dr. Ba provides first-hand experiences and demonstrated outcomes others schools can model at their own campus. Listen to Episode 35 for guidance and advice.   https://lnkd.in/gUtsCH4v

🎙Dr. Sanjay Gupta served as the 11th Dean of the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University from 2015 to 2022 and joins the Deans Counsel for Episode 34. Recognized for strategically leveraging his advisory boards, Dr. Gupta offers a wealth of ideas and advice on building a best-in-class advisory board model for your institution. Go deeper into the challenging conversations Dr. Gupta faced changing the board's direction and membership while elevating their experience and aligning their work with the school's strategic priorities. And don't miss the critical changes that delivered the greatest impact. Then go between the lines as Dr. Gupta describes the pressures faced serving as dean during the capital campaign and his strategies used for managing alumni and stakeholder engagements that elevated the impact and results. Ready to take your advisory board into a new direction focused on impact and alignment with your strategic priorities? Listen to Episode 34 for guidance and advice designed for deans. https://lnkd.in/gGHyfR3y