Dean, College of Business, Engineering and Technology

Dean Of The College Of Business, Engineering & Technology

National University ("NU"), a private nonprofit leader among adult learners, seeks a Dean of the College of Business, Engineering & Technology (COBET) with a target appointment date of January 1, 2026. Founded in 1971 as an institution to serve veterans and other independent, post‑traditional adult learners, NU is an innovator and pioneer in hybrid, on‑line and on‑site learning and among the largest open‑access private institutions of higher education in California.

Today, NU enrolls over 40,000 students and has more than 245,000 alumni worldwide. Many graduates serve in helping sectors such as business, engineering, and technology. NU is a leading educator for U.S. military personnel, providing tuition discounts to active duty service members and their dependents. As the leading institution for educators in California, NU has recommended more candidates for California teaching credentials than any other university in the state.

NU's 2028 strategic plan calls for the University to increase access to adult learners nationwide by offering a variety of programs asynchronously online; to reduce tuition until its most deserving students receive an education with no out‑of‑pocket costs; to implement "Whole Human Education" as an operational strategy to improve student success; to build an infrastructure to support innovative instruction; and to create a culture that attracts and retains top talent, including transparent communication and inclusion.

In this era of rapid technological and social change, our agility and tenacity enable us to deliver world‑class educational experiences and the support systems our learners need to succeed. COBET empowers lifelong learners with credentials of value, meeting them wherever they are in their educational journey.

COBET is guided by our core values :
The Whole Human Ecosystem, Excellence Unconstrained by Convention, Multifaceted Perspectives, and a Future‑Focused Mindset.

The Whole Human Ecosystem We put students first, recognizing their potential, acknowledging their life circumstances, and addressing the challenges they face. By offering Whole‑Human Ecosystem, we create an ecosystem of support for our learners, enriching both their lives and society through meaningful higher education.

Excellence, Unconstrained by Convention COBET is a hub for innovation and student success. Grounded in academic rigor, we continuously evolve to meet the needs of our learners and the ever‑changing demands of the global enterprise.

Multifaceted Perspectives A broad range of viewpoints, experiences, and expertise strengthens innovation and problem‑solving. We foster collaboration, access, and team building across disciplines bridging education, technology, entrepreneurialism, engineering, and global business to drive meaningful impact in an interconnected world.

Future‑Focused Mindset Our courses, programs, and student experiences prepare learners to lead today's enterprises while envisioning and creating opportunities in emerging and yet‑to‑be‑discovered markets. Our graduates are game changers who drive meaningful progress in society.

In 2019, NU consolidated four schools business, engineering, health & human services and Business, Engineering & Technology into a new College of Business, Engineering & Technology ("COBET"), with the stated mission of providing workforce‑relevant education. COBET is now one of four academic units at the University. COBET currently offers 45 programs and enrolls 11,175 students, with 91 full‑time and 830 adjunct faculty.

Programs and faculty belong to one of the following departments :
Accounting, Finance and Economics;
Community Health;
Engineering and Computing;
Health Sciences;
Leadership and Human Resources Management;
Marketing and Management;
Nursing; and Business, Engineering & Technology. Each department is led by a Chair, and a Program Lead directs each program (for a complete list of programs, please visit : https ://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

As the primary strategic leader of COBET, the Dean provides support for faculty, staff and students by creating…