Lecturer - Masters of Business Innovation and Leadership

1 week ago

Auckland New Zealand Whitecliffe Full time
Lecturer - Master of Business Innovation and Leadership (MBIL)
  • Part-time. 
  • Fixed term or permanent
Whitecliffe
Whitecliffe is one of the leading art, design, IT, and fashion schools in Aotearoa. Since 1984 we've focused on one thing, turning creativity into a career At Whitecliffe it's about you - your ideas, your style, your future. We're here to help you grow as an individual and give you the tools to succeed. Our values - Integrity, Courage, Creativity, Belonging and Respect form the bedrock of our commitment to collaborative synergy.

About MBIL at Whitecliffe
Whitecliffe's Master of Business Innovation and Leadership (MBIL) programme represents our commitment to developing the next generation of bold innovators and robust leaders. Our programme empowers both aspiring entrepreneurs and established professionals to drive creative change and business innovation, shaping the future of commerce and industry.
We foster an environment where business acumen and innovation intersect with emerging technologies, design thinking, and real-world application. Our students engage with authentic business challenges through our 'doing it for real' approach, ensuring graduates are industry-ready and equipped to lead transformative change in their chosen fields.
Our commitment to educational excellence is reflected in our industry partnerships, iwi and community connections, and a curriculum grounded in applied learning, experimentation, and strategic innovation practices.

About You
We are seeking a dynamic Lecturer to join our MBIL programme and inspire the next generation of business innovators and leaders.
You will have expertise in business innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership development, or related fields with a passion for creating transformative learning experiences that develop entrepreneurial mindsets and leadership capabilities in our students. You will thrive in an environment of constant evolution, embrace experimentation and risk-taking as essential learning tools, and are committed to preparing students for successful careers in innovation and leadership.
You will be an inspiring educator, capable of facilitating real-world business projects and industry engagement, with experience in how emerging technologies, design thinking, and innovation methodologies can be integrated into business education. Your approach will be collaborative, working effectively with diverse stakeholders across academic, industry, and community groups.

Skills and Qualifications
  • Postgraduate degree (Master's or PhD) in Business, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, or related discipline with demonstrated teaching experience
  • Understanding of higher education quality frameworks and assessment processes
  • Experience with experiential learning models, design thinking methodologies, and real-world project facilitation
  • Industry network and ability to facilitate meaningful connections between students and business professionals
Personal Attributes:
  • Inspiring educator and mentor
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with practical business experience
  • Strong facilitation and coaching capabilities
  • Quality problem-solving and strategic thinking skills
  • Commitment to fostering collaboration, risk-taking, and respect for diverse perspectives
  • Ability to guide students through failure as a learning opportunity
"The essence of our values is that we are better together. Integrity, Courage, Creativity, Belonging and Respect are the cornerstones of our commitment to how we work with each other." If you share similar values, then Whitecliffe could well be the place where you really thrive."

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