<p></p><p><b>The Associate Director Design Programmes</b><br/><br/>The Associate Director Design Programmes will play a pivotal role in conceptualising, launching, and managing new design-focused programmes at Masters Union.
This is a senior leadership position requiring a strong professional background in design, corporate leadership experience, and the ability to build a high-impact academic Strategy & Leadership:</b></p><br/></p><p>- Drive the overall vision, strategy, and execution of Design Programmes.<br/><br/></p><p>- Work with leadership to set programme KPIs including admissions, student outcomes, placements, and brand positioning.<br/><br/></p><p>- Ensure industry relevance and global competitiveness of all programme & Pedagogy Development:</b></p><br/></p><p>- Develop and deliver cutting-edge curricula in UI/UX, Product Design, Interaction Design, and related areas.<br/><br/></p><p>- Embed live projects, case studies, industry mentorship, and labs into the learning journey.<br/><br/></p><p>- Continuously update curriculum to reflect emerging trends and technologies in & Faculty Engagement:</b></p><br/></p><p>- Onboard leading design professionals as faculty, adjuncts, and mentors.<br/><br/></p><p>- Build partnerships with corporates, design studios, and creative agencies for projects, internships, and placements.</p><p><br/></p><p>- Strengthen Masters Unions network and brand in the design Profile:</b></p><br/></p><p>- Educational Background: Professional degree in Design (UI/UX, Product Design or related fields) from a reputed institution.<br/><br/></p><p>- Experience: Minimum 6 years of professional experience, with proven leadership roles in corporate or high growth startups.<br/><br/></p><p>- Strong exposure to design strategy, product development, innovation, and team leadership.<br/><br/></p><p>- Prior exposure to academia, programme design, or mentorship is preferred but not mandatory.<br/><br/></p><p>- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.<br/><br/></p><p>- A passion for shaping the future of design education in India.</p><p></p> (ref:iimjobs.com)