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Brief for the position of PVC Executive Dean Faculty of Business, Law & Social Sciences October 2021
Candidate Brief PVC Executive Dean Faculty of Business, Law & Social Sciences bcu.ac.uk Contents Welcome Letter from the Vice-Chancellor 3 Facts & Figures 8 About Birmingham City University 4 Business, Law & Social Sciences 9 Academic Portfolio 5 Opportunity 10 The City’s University 6 Person Specification 12 The Faculty 7 How to Apply 13 odgersberndtson.com 2
Candidate Brief PVC Executive Dean Faculty of Business, Law & Social Sciences bcu.ac.uk
Welcome Letter from the
Vice-Chancellor
Dear Candidate Ours is a university with a broad portfolio that nevertheless
includes unique specialist areas of endeavour, including the
Thank you for your interest in
world-class Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and the Queen’s
this role.
Anniversary Prize-winning School of Jewellery. The university
The role: has a growing global reputation for its work in STEAM, bringing
As the Pro Vice Chancellor and together our rich heritage of art and design practice with the
Executive Dean for the Faculty of wider STEM portfolios. This will find a visible expression in the
Business, Law and Social Sciences opening of the new £70M STEAMhouse building in early 2022.
(BLSS) you will be the senior My expectations:
academic leader for the faculty, and a member of the University’s
I am looking for someone with experience of senior academic
Executive Group. You will have the responsibility for all aspects of the
leadership who relishes the opportunity to lead a faculty of
faculty’s performance, and in particular its academic performance,
significant size and with a breadth to its portfolio. You will lead
the student and staff experience, and its future sustainability.
a senior team within the faculty which will deliver across the
BLSS is a large and diverse faculty which is continuing to see core Learning, Teaching and Research portfolios, ensuring that
high levels of student demand for its courses, both from home the faculty is always considering how it can develop its courses
and overseas. In your role as Pro-Vice Chancellor and Dean for to ensure their relevance and how we can support our research
your faculty, you will be responsible for shaping BLSS, ensuring and enterprise to ensure that what we teach remains at the
that it delivers the highest standards of academic excellence and cutting edge. You will celebrate the international breadth of the
contributes to the University’s Mission of enabling our students to Faculty’s footprint, enabling quality and sustainable partnership
transform their lives. working across the globe. You will be able to balance this strategic
leadership with an understanding of the importance of operational
As part of the University Executive Group you will collaborate with
effectiveness, ensuring the smooth operation of the faculty for
Executive colleagues to deliver the University’s strategy. In addition
both staff and students alike. You will be prepared to be deeply
to the responsibilities of leading the faculty, you will also be asked to
engaged with the academic life of the faculty, and the broader
pick up other strategic leadership tasks impacting on the university
university, and take pride in what it achieves.
as a whole as part of your broad portfolio of responsibilities.
Your qualities:
Over the last five years BLSS has been a fast-growing faculty.
The new Pro Vice-Chancellor and Executive Dean will need to I am looking for someone who can demonstrate that they take
build on the work in the faculty to ensure it delivers a student forward the academic agenda at pace, both for the faculty and
experience which celebrates the diverse backgrounds of our across the university. I am proud of BCU. It is a unique institution,
students, while challenging each student to excel. You will shape comfortable in its own skin, and proud of what it achieves. I am
and lead the faculty’s staff, ensuring that the all staff have the looking for someone who shares its commitment to our students
opportunity to develop and grow, and that there is a continuing and our city. I need a Pro Vice-Chancellor and Executive Dean for
commitment to the growing research and enterprise culture BLSS who can capitalise on the faculty’s existing strengths, and
across all areas of the three Faculty’s three Schools. who can identify and address any areas where work is needed.
The institution: As the Pro Vice-Chancellor and Executive Dean you will have
that lead responsibility for articulating your academic priorities
Birmingham City University has a deserved reputation as a
and ambitions, so you will have excellent communication skills.
vibrant, ambitious and successful institution. The investment of
You will lead by example and so will be a leader with strong
over £400M into the Estate has created outstanding environments
academic credibility in your discipline. You will be a key part
for students, in the heart of our city, and it is unsurprising that
of the university’s Executive team, and someone who
student numbers, both home and international, have grown
understands how to work collaboratively and as a team-player.
at pace during the last five years, and that demand for our
And you will be ambitious for the institution’s success and
programmes remains high.
your own success because that success will reflect the great
The university has a long history in the city, and its mission and achievements of our students.
values reflect its heritage - ensuring that we are the university for
The role will be challenging. There is still a lot to be done to
Birmingham. We remain an institution which believes that education
ensure that we are effective and fleet of foot, maximising the
will enable our students to transform their lives. Almost half of our
opportunities for our whole academic community. You will help
student body comes from backgrounds of significant deprivation,
us to achieve that potential.
and yet the university has been among the best performers in
delivering student employability. Our new Strategy 2025 recognises If you feel you are ready, and able, to deliver to this agenda,
the impact of the pandemic on our city and its communities, and I hope you will take the time to apply.
makes a renewed commitment to academic excellence and to
working in partnership with our communities helping them to meet Professor Philip Plowden
their aspirations for themselves and for their families. Vice-Chancellor, Birmingham City University
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About Birmingham City
University
With over 29,000 students from 100 countries, Birmingham City University (BCU) is a large and diverse place to
study. We put students at the heart of everything we do, giving them the best opportunities for future success.
We are the University for the city.
The institution Our new Strategy 2025 recognises the impact of the
pandemic on our city and its communities, and makes
Birmingham City University has a deserved reputation a renewed commitment to academic excellence and to
as a vibrant, ambitious and successful institution. The working in partnership with our communities helping
investment of over £350M into the Estate has created them to meet their aspirations for themselves and for
outstanding environments for students, in the heart of their families.
our city, and it is unsurprising that student numbers,
both home and international, have grown at pace. Ours is a university with a broad portfolio that
nevertheless includes unique specialist areas of
The university has a long history in the city, and its endeavour, including the world-class Royal Birmingham
mission and values reflect its heritage - ensuring that Conservatoire and the Queen’s Anniversary Prize-
we are the university for Birmingham. We remain an winning School of Jewellery. The university has a
institution which believes that education will enable growing global reputation for its work in STEAM,
our students to transform their lives. Almost half of our bringing together our rich heritage of art and design
student body comes from backgrounds of significant practice with the wider STEM portfolios. This will find
deprivation, and yet the university has been among the a visible expression in the opening of the new £70M
best performers in delivering student employability. STEAMhouse building in 2021.
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The Academic Portfolio
Birmingham City University is made up of four faculties, each covering a range of subjects and specialisms.
Faculty of Health, Education, and Life Sciences
n School of Nursing and Midwifery Faculty of Business, Law, and Social Sciences
n School of Health Sciences n Birmingham City Business School
n School of Defence Healthcare Education n School of Law
n School of Education and Social Work n School of Social Sciences
Faculty of Arts, Design and Media
n Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built
Environment
n The Birmingham School of Architecture and Design
n The Birmingham Institute of Creative Arts School of Computing and Digital Technology
n Computing
(this contains the following; Games, Visual
n Digital Technology
Communications, Art, Film and Animation)
n The Birmingham Institute of Media and English School of Engineering and the Built Environment
n The Birmingham Institute of Jewellery, n Built Environment
Fashion & Textile n Engineering
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The City’s University – I AM BCU
SIZE AND SHAPE
OF UK FULL TIME FIRST DEGREE
LEAVERS IN 18/19 WERE
EMPLOYED AND/OR STUDYING
(Graduate Outcomes 2018/19 leavers)
78.3% ‘SATISFACTION
NSS 2021
WITH TEACHING’
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The Faculty
The Faculty of Business, Law and Social Sciences research and knowledge transfer programme of work
comprises three Schools, with a strong record of to use the city and the region as a laboratory, enhancing
practice oriented teaching, applied research and knowledge whilst also providing benefit.
consultancy. With over 8,000 full and part time students
Birmingham City Business School is built on business, with
studying on campus, and many more studying with
a unique relationship with the extraordinary city it is rooted
partner institutions at home and overseas, there is a
in, renowned for its entrepreneurial and commercial focus
strong emphasis on professional relevance. Therefore,
throughout its teaching, research and enterprise activity.
a significant number of our courses have external
For students, everything starts with business, meaning that
accreditations from professional bodies such as the
they develop transferrable skills for life as well as teaching
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants),
what they need to learn for work, wherever possible
the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), and the
through engagement with the business world.
British Psychological Society (BPS), amongst others,
meaning that many of the awards earned by students In the School of Law, the curricula and teaching is
carry the additional benefit of professional recognition. informed by the belief that a balanced view makes
better legal professionals. Students do not just learn
Practice oriented education and research engagement
about law, they advocate it, and they do not just focus on
are at the heart of the Faculty’s work, with an emphasis
professional practice, but seek to actively break down
on enabling students to develop and draw upon the
barriers to social justice and human rights throughout
latest knowledge through engagement with, and
the world. From participating in the American
providing benefit to, the world beyond the university.
internships programme, for example defending people
For example, the in-house Law Clinic enables students
on death row, to the local and national pro bono work
to engage with and to provide support for local
that focuses on the vulnerable in society, staff and
communities, many of whom would otherwise find
students are engaged in making a difference through
it very difficult to access any legal advice. Similarly,
their legal knowledge and practice.
in the Business Advice Centre, students from across
the Business School work with and provide guidance The mission of the School of Social Sciences is to
and ideas to many small and medium sized business make sense of the world, with students and academics
from across the West Midlands region and beyond. In working together across disciplines to develop insights
the School of Social Sciences, the Social Impact Hub into society. Within the School subjects focus on aspects
provides students with opportunities to work with from understanding crime and punishment, to the
many different forms of organisation in addressing study of psychology and counselling, through to the
societal challenges that many local communities are exploration of social structures and change. The School
confronting. The work of the Faculty is epitomised by the embraces a radical yet practical agenda aimed at
Birmingham 2029 project, which is a major longitudinal positively impacting on society, both locally and globally.
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Facts & Figures
Full time, on campus Full time UK Commute from family
Full time UK Birmingham domiciled
home
33%
students undergraduates
64%
postgraduate students
7,350 5,700 1,400 (UK FTUG)
(UK FTUG)
Vocational or Access
First in family into HE Total income Research income Enterprise income
entry
65% (UK FTUG)
39% £80.80m
(2021)
£432k £332k
(2021) (2021)
(UK FTUG)
44+20+148
Neighbourhood deprivation Socio-economic households Ethnic background (UK)
62% 47% 52%
Black and Lower socio-
minority ethnic IMD quintile 1 economic
Q1 Q3 Q5 Semi routine Routine Asian Mixed
Q2 Q3 Small business Lower technical Black Other
63
International students NSS: Teaching satisfaction (FTFD)
School of Law, 69.2%
Birmingham City Business School, 75.5%
School of Social Sciences, 80.3%
Graduate Outcomes (FTFD)
21% % High skill or higher/professional study
of full-time Birmingham City Business School, 48.7%
population
+171352
School of Social Sciences, 49.1%
School of Law, 64.2%
Entrant continuation (FTFD)
% continuing at same level of study (2019/20)
Asia Europe N America School of Social Sciences, 86.4%
Africa Middle East
Birmingham City Business School, 89.7%
School of Law, 90.3%
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Business, Law & Social Sciences
Organisation Chart
Pro Vice-Chancellor Executive Personal
Executive Dean Assistant
Associate Dean Associate Dean
Director of Associate Dean Director of Head of
Student Learning Academic Portfolio Head of
Faculty Research and Birmingham City School of Social
Experience and and Market School of Law
Administration Enterprise Business School Sciences
Quality Development
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Opportunity
Provide academic and business leadership for a University Faculty. Direct its full range of activity encompassing
learning and student experience, research and enterprise and income diversification. Oversee the development
and delivery of Faculty strategic operating plan. Undertake such cross-institutional strategic responsibilities as
are required and make a leading contribution to the development and delivery of the overall University vision and
strategic objectives.
Main activities and responsibilities n ead the development of enterprise and innovation
L
activity to diversify income streams and facilitate
n xercise overall academic leadership and
E close co-operation and collegiate working between
management of the Faculty. the Faculty and REI, helping to deliver a strong
n Represent the Faculty within the University and the performance in the Knowledge Exchange Framework.
wider academic community to secure recognition n Oversee the management of academic workload
and influence. allocation across the Faculty.
n Prepare and deliver the Faculty strategic and
n Lead and motivate Schools and departments
operational plans. across the Faculty, creating a climate which enables
n ecure Faculty financial sustainability through
S staff across the Faculty and the wider University
effective allocation and management of resources to work effectively and collaboratively to achieve
and ensuring key targets are met. common goals.
n Lead and develop academic excellence across the n Chair University committees and other boards,
Faculty fostering a culture which ensures high groups and meetings such as appointment panels,
quality student experience and which enables the disciplinary, appeals and grievance hearings,
discipline areas to perform strongly in the Teaching programme and project boards, strategic reviews
Excellence Framework. and similar.
n Oversee the development of the Faculty’s academic n Represent the University and its interests on
portfolio across its range of disciplines in order ceremonial and other occasions.
to respond to market needs and ensure quality n Contribute to the work of the University’s Executive
standards, including overseeing the continuing Group and undertake executive level duties as required
development of the Faculty’s international activities. by the Vice-Chancellor.
n Lead, develop and raise the research profile of the
Faculty, ensuring that the Faculty performs strongly
in the Research Excellence Framework.
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Opportunity continued
Additional Key Requirements
Managing People and Resources Initiative, problem solving and decision making
n Set the strategic direction of the Faculty and provide
n Manage the Faculty’s physical and financial resources.
the leadership to deliver those strategic goals.
n Ensure robust management of Faculty budgets.
n Ensure plans and objectives deliver the University’s
n Develop and direct business plans to maximise
overall mission and vision whilst allowing a flexible
Faculty income, maintain surpluses and diversify response to changing internal and external factors.
income streams.
n Lead the development of new and creative
Communication approaches to achieve strategic goals.
n Proactively promote a positive image of the Faculty
Work environment
and the University to internal and external audiences.
n Ensure that the University’s Health and Safety
n Be routinely involved complex and important
Policy, safe systems of work and appropriate risk
negotiations internally and with external bodies. management processes are operational within
the Faculty.
Teamwork and collaborative working
n Develop and communicate a clear vision of the
Faculty’s strategic direction.
n evelop, lead and maintain major external
D
partnerships and collaborations to further the
interests of the Faculty and achieve strategic goals.
n Foster inter-disciplinary team working and a collegiate
approach.
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Person Specification
n ignificant successful experience of working in a
S n P ersonal presence, confidence and resilience in order to
senior leadership role in Higher Education with a take personal accountability for managing challenging
strong academic record. situations and relationships and brokering outcomes.
n Experience of successfully leading and managing n A high level of emotional intelligence and skill in
large teams in a complex environment. managing relationships.
n Significant evidence of financial acumen and n Ability to think strategically and analytically.
experience of managing budgets and resources.
n Experience of successful income generation and Academic achievements
diversifying income streams n significant academic record at Professorial level
A
n Experience of leading research activities or equivalent.
n Professorial status or eligibility to be awarded
n Excellent written and verbal communication skills with
the ability to enthuse and persuade people at all levels. Professorial status upon appointment.
n Strong personal record of research
Able to demonstrate n bility to supervise doctoral students and evidence
A
of previous successful supervision is desirable.
n uccessful leadership and management of major
S
change programmes Special Requirements
n A good understanding of the issues facing higher
n A ble to undertake duties at different premises including
education and the opportunities it creates. any University campus as required. National and
n Evidence of successful team and partnership working international travel will be necessary to effectively
both internal and external to the University. support the University’s interests at home and
n Diplomacy and political astuteness with the ability internationally, attend conferences and events and
to navigate complex organisational structures and effectively represent the BCU in key networks.
operate effectively within both the formal and informal n Expected to work such hours as needed to meet the
networks of the University as well as externally. requirements of the role.
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How to Apply
Birmingham City University has engaged the services of Odgers Berndtson, to whom applications should be sent
by the closing date of Monday 29 November 2021.
Key Dates Personal data
Following a long list meeting of the Selection Panel, In line with GDPR, we ask that you do NOT send us any
successful candidates will be invited to attend preliminary information that can identify children or any of your Sensitive
interviews with Odgers Berndtson w/c 6 December 2021. Personal Data (racial or ethnic origin, political opinions,
The final interview process with Birmingham City University religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership,
will take place during w/c 24 January 2022. data concerning health or sex life and sexual orientation,
genetic and/or biometric data) in your CV and application
How to apply documentation. Following this notice, any inclusion of your
Sensitive Personal Data in your CV/application documentation
In order to apply, please submit a comprehensive CV along
will be understood by us as your express consent to process
with a covering letter which sets out your interest in the role
this information going forward. Please also remember to not
and encapsulates the aspects of your experience relevant to
mention anyone’s information or details (e.g. referees) who
the required criteria. Please include in a separate document
have not previously agreed to their inclusion.
current salary details and the names and addresses of three
referees. Referees will not be approached until the final stages
Contact details
and not without prior permission from candidates.
For a conversation in confidence, please contact:
The preferred method of application is online at:
www.odgers.com/84194 Hugh Holden, Senior Researcher
+44 (0)20 7518 2654 | hugh.holden@odgersberndtson.com
If you are unable to apply online please email:
84194@odgersberndtson.com Nick Willis, Consultant | +44 (0)20 7529 6305
nick.willis@odgersberndtson.com
All applications will receive an automated response.
Fatima Koumbarji, Partner | +44 (0)20 7529 6360
All candidates are also requested to complete an online Equal fatima.koumbarji@odgersberndtson.com
Opportunities Monitoring Form which will be found at the end
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