Dean of Business
Yorkville University is seeking a visionary, collaborative and student-centred academic leader to serve as their next Dean of Business, BC. This is a compelling opportunity to lead the academic direction, reputation, and impact of Yorkville in BC within a dynamic private-university environment.
Yorkville University
At Yorkville University and Toronto Film School, we believe education is more than the pursuit of knowledge – it is a catalyst for transformation. Our mission, grounded in democratizing education, is to create access for learners from every background and empower them to achieve their aspirations and advance their careers.
We are committed to delivering rigorous, flexible programs that are both personally fulfilling and professionally rewarding, while contributing to the betterment of society. Since 2004, Yorkville has been among Canada’s few private, for-profit, fully accredited degree-granting universities, with campuses in Ontario, British Columbia, and New Brunswick. Together with Toronto Film School, we offer creative and academic pathways at both the college and university levels, cultivating a multidisciplinary environment where innovation and the arts converge.
Our community is vibrant and diverse. Many of our learners are adults balancing education with careers and personal commitments. Every member of our team – whether in teaching, operations, or technology – is dedicated to removing barriers and expanding access. Together, we deliver flexible, industry-informed learning that leads to meaningful opportunities.
At our core is human connection – guiding people to reimagine their futures in a community defined by opportunity, creativity, growth and impact.
Program Overview
Yorkville University's Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programs target both working professionals and recent graduates who seek to enhance their business management skills and knowledge. Yorkville’s BBA provides students with a rigorous and flexible academic program, with a focus on positive social impact. The BBA also helps those who may otherwise face barriers in accessing higher education achieve a degree. Students have the opportunity to complete a general BBA or develop expertise in a particular field as Yorkville offers four degree specializations: Project Management, Accounting, Energy Management and Supply Chain Management.
The program is delivered online and on campus at the Yorkville University campus in New Westminster, British Columbia. It currently supports approximately 3,000 students and is delivered by a diverse mix of full‑time, part-time, and sessional faculty. Small class sizes, year‑round scheduling, and strong faculty‑student engagement are hallmarks of the learning experience.
The Position
Reporting to the Principal and Vice President, Academic (VPA), BC, the Dean of Business, BC serves as the academic and operational leader for the BBA Program. The Dean holds ultimate responsibility for academic integrity, internal administration, and the advancement of teaching, research, and student success. The Dean ensures that all programs remain rigorous, accessible, and aligned with institutional priorities and Senate legislation - strengthening Yorkville BC’s mission, reputation, and impact within Yorkville University and the broader academic community.
As a key member of the Campus Leadership Team, the Dean fosters collaboration across subject-areas related to business, cultivates strategic partnerships, and champions innovative initiatives that enhance student outcomes, deepen community engagement, and advance institutional goals. Through this leadership, the Dean promotes excellence in teaching, scholarship, and student achievement, while championing Yorkville University’s mission to transform lives through excellence and innovation in education.
The Ideal Candidate
While the Search Committee recognizes that no one candidate is likely to meet all the following qualifications in equal measure, they are desirable and will be used in the assessment of candidates for the position:
How to Apply or Learn More
To learn more about this opportunity, including receiving a copy of the Executive Brief, please contact Katherine Frank at kfrank@kbrs.ca or Lauren Wright at lwright@kbrs.ca.
Applications can be submitted online using the "Apply Now" button below.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical components of life at Yorkville University and Toronto Film School, and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community and other equity-seeking groups.
Yorkville University and KBRS will provide support in the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation in order to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact accommodate@kbrs.ca or communicate your needs to the recruitment professional named above.
We acknowledge that the land Yorkville University operates on in British Columbia is the traditional unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples of the Kwantlen, Musqueam and Qayqayt First Nations. We reaffirm our responsibility to increase awareness and understanding of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples and colonial legacy, and commit to strengthening our relationship with Indigenous peoples throughout Canada.
Yorkville University
At Yorkville University and Toronto Film School, we believe education is more than the pursuit of knowledge – it is a catalyst for transformation. Our mission, grounded in democratizing education, is to create access for learners from every background and empower them to achieve their aspirations and advance their careers.
We are committed to delivering rigorous, flexible programs that are both personally fulfilling and professionally rewarding, while contributing to the betterment of society. Since 2004, Yorkville has been among Canada’s few private, for-profit, fully accredited degree-granting universities, with campuses in Ontario, British Columbia, and New Brunswick. Together with Toronto Film School, we offer creative and academic pathways at both the college and university levels, cultivating a multidisciplinary environment where innovation and the arts converge.
Our community is vibrant and diverse. Many of our learners are adults balancing education with careers and personal commitments. Every member of our team – whether in teaching, operations, or technology – is dedicated to removing barriers and expanding access. Together, we deliver flexible, industry-informed learning that leads to meaningful opportunities.
At our core is human connection – guiding people to reimagine their futures in a community defined by opportunity, creativity, growth and impact.
Program Overview
Yorkville University's Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programs target both working professionals and recent graduates who seek to enhance their business management skills and knowledge. Yorkville’s BBA provides students with a rigorous and flexible academic program, with a focus on positive social impact. The BBA also helps those who may otherwise face barriers in accessing higher education achieve a degree. Students have the opportunity to complete a general BBA or develop expertise in a particular field as Yorkville offers four degree specializations: Project Management, Accounting, Energy Management and Supply Chain Management.
The program is delivered online and on campus at the Yorkville University campus in New Westminster, British Columbia. It currently supports approximately 3,000 students and is delivered by a diverse mix of full‑time, part-time, and sessional faculty. Small class sizes, year‑round scheduling, and strong faculty‑student engagement are hallmarks of the learning experience.
The Position
Reporting to the Principal and Vice President, Academic (VPA), BC, the Dean of Business, BC serves as the academic and operational leader for the BBA Program. The Dean holds ultimate responsibility for academic integrity, internal administration, and the advancement of teaching, research, and student success. The Dean ensures that all programs remain rigorous, accessible, and aligned with institutional priorities and Senate legislation - strengthening Yorkville BC’s mission, reputation, and impact within Yorkville University and the broader academic community.
As a key member of the Campus Leadership Team, the Dean fosters collaboration across subject-areas related to business, cultivates strategic partnerships, and champions innovative initiatives that enhance student outcomes, deepen community engagement, and advance institutional goals. Through this leadership, the Dean promotes excellence in teaching, scholarship, and student achievement, while championing Yorkville University’s mission to transform lives through excellence and innovation in education.
The Ideal Candidate
While the Search Committee recognizes that no one candidate is likely to meet all the following qualifications in equal measure, they are desirable and will be used in the assessment of candidates for the position:
- Earned doctorate from a recognized/ accredited institution in a related field.
- Experience fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and integrating industry perspectives into strategic program positioning, evolution, and enhancement.
- Progressive experience in post-secondary leadership, with responsibility for academic operations, program development, accreditation, quality assurance, and long-term strategic planning.
- Proven expertise in curriculum design and academic innovation, with the ability to devise creative solutions and collaboratively implement standards for academic excellence, faculty support, and inclusive teaching in both online and in-person modalities.
- Demonstrated success in recruiting, developing, and retaining diverse faculty, supporting faculty development, working in a hybrid environment, and leading change.
- Strong external engagement, persuasion, and advocacy skills, with experience cultivating partnerships with networks, councils, professional associations, designations, and communities.
- Commitment to advancing student success through strategic initiatives that strengthen retention, completion, and graduation outcomes.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to inspire collaboration across portfolios and represent Yorkville BC Program(s) at institutional, provincial, and national levels.
- Recent applied research, scholarly activity, and publications, as well as a strong record of postsecondary teaching.
- This role is based in Westminster, British Columbia
- The salary range for this role is $160,000 to $180,000 per year
How to Apply or Learn More
To learn more about this opportunity, including receiving a copy of the Executive Brief, please contact Katherine Frank at kfrank@kbrs.ca or Lauren Wright at lwright@kbrs.ca.
Applications can be submitted online using the "Apply Now" button below.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical components of life at Yorkville University and Toronto Film School, and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community and other equity-seeking groups.
Yorkville University and KBRS will provide support in the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation in order to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact accommodate@kbrs.ca or communicate your needs to the recruitment professional named above.
We acknowledge that the land Yorkville University operates on in British Columbia is the traditional unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples of the Kwantlen, Musqueam and Qayqayt First Nations. We reaffirm our responsibility to increase awareness and understanding of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples and colonial legacy, and commit to strengthening our relationship with Indigenous peoples throughout Canada.