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Head of the Department of Corporate Finance – Job Description

1. Position Overview

The Head of the Department of Corporate Finance is a managerial position at a higher education institution, responsible for overseeing a research and teaching unit specializing in corporate finance, investments, financial analysis, and risk management. The person in this role is accountable for the development of scientific research, the organization of the teaching process, and collaboration with the business community and external institutions.

2. Scope of Responsibilities

A. Department Management

• Leading a team of academic and teaching staff, coordinating their work, and supporting their professional development.
• Developing a strategy for the Department’s growth in alignment with the university's mission and objectives.
• Supervising the implementation of research and teaching plans.
• Representing the Department within the university and externally.

B. Scientific and Research Activities

• Initiating and coordinating research in the field of corporate finance.
• Supporting staff in obtaining research grants and publishing in prestigious scientific journals.
• Organizing conferences, seminars, and academic workshops.
• Collaborating with academic and business institutions at both national and international levels.

C. Teaching Activities

• Overseeing the quality of teaching and ensuring compliance with academic curricula.
• Implementing modern teaching methods, including e-learning technologies.
• Developing new study programs and specializations in corporate finance.
• Supporting the academic staff’s development through training and mentoring.

D. Collaboration with the Business Community

• Establishing partnerships with companies, financial institutions, and industry organizations.
• Conducting research and development projects in cooperation with the business sector.
• Organizing internships and placements for students in companies and financial institutions.
• Participating in advisory and expert initiatives.

Scope of Duties in the Area of Teaching Responsibilities:

• Conducting teaching activities within the scope of employment, as determined annually by the Senate, for full-time, part-time, and postgraduate studies, including the use of distance learning methods and techniques;
• Preparing and submitting academic documentation in a timely manner, as required for academic teachers;
• Participating in the development and updating of curricula and teaching plans;
• Administering and evaluating exams and assessments, including diploma examinations;
• Supervising students’ coursework and semester projects;
• Supervising and reviewing diploma theses;
• Developing teaching materials for conducted courses;
• Providing consultations for students;
• Enhancing professional qualifications related to teaching activities;
• Ensuring high-quality education and compliance with the internal quality assurance system;
• Performing other teaching duties assigned by the direct supervisor.

Scope of Duties in the Area of Organizational Responsibilities:

• Serving on the University's collegial bodies, as well as faculty, senate, and rector’s committees;
• Participating in recruitment and examination committees for student admissions;
• Organizing and participating in promotional and presentation events for the University;
• Organizing conferences, symposia, seminars, and other academic activities;
• Performing assigned roles, such as year tutor, student group advisor, supervisor of scientific clubs and research camps, and overseeing student internships;
• Engaging in other organizational activities aimed at improving the University's operations, enhancing the quality of education, and advancing scientific research.