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Posted: 05-Jun-25

Location: Rabat, Morocco

Type: Full-time

Categories:

Business Analytics

Operations and Supply Chain Management

Function:

Full Professor

Level:

Over 10 years

Position:

Tenure Track or Tenured

Additional Information:

Hybrid/Remote is allowed.

Employer will assist with relocation costs.

^{About Africa Business School:}

^{Africa Business School (ABS) is an integral part of Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), a higher education institution dedicated to advancing education and research in Africa, emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and practical solutions to global and regional challenges. Supported by world-class facilities and infrastructure, UM6P fosters an environment conducive to cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and real-world impact.}

^{ABS contributes significantly to UM6P’s mission by providing premier business education tailored specifically to the African context. With a dynamic international faculty, ABS has rapidly become a leading center for business and management education, producing impactful research and actionable insights relevant to Africa's unique challenges. ABS's commitment is exemplified through its innovative action-learning approach, extensive partnerships with industries, and rigorous academic programs designed to develop visionary leaders and entrepreneurs capable of navigating Africa’s evolving business landscape. At the core of ABS’s educational approach is integrative knowledge, which combines profound understanding of human behaviour with an innovative approach to technology and AI. Students and corporate partners develop a growth and entrepreneurial mindset, essential for navigating today’s technology-driven environment.}

^{Position Overview:}

^{Africa Business School invites applications for the position of Professor of Management Practice (PMP) in Decision Sciences and Operations field (AI and data analytics; behavioural decision-making with applications; sustainable operations and supply chain management).}

^{This role is designed for distinguished professionals with significant leadership experience and a proven track record in undertaking complex projects. As a PMP at ABS, you will focus on teaching, designing and leading executive education programs, engaging in applied research, and contributing to the institution's outreach and engagement with the business community. Your impact on the institution's reputation, student learning, and relationships with the business community is at the core of this role. We seek individuals passionate about addressing real-world challenges in Africa through their work.}

^{We seek distinguished practitioners and leaders who possess extensive senior-level experience in industry or advisory roles and are passionate about translating their real-world expertise into impactful learning experiences, particularly addressing African business challenges. The ideal candidate(s) will have a proven track record of leadership in complex projects, a strong aptitude for executive education and mentorship, and a commitment to applied research that generates practical insights. The successful applicant will be a key contributor to enhancing the school's engagement with the business community, will primarily design and deliver high-impact executive education programs, produce practitioner-oriented research such as case studies, policy and industry reports, and actively build partnerships that enrich the professional ecosystem at ABS, aligning with the school's strategic priority of bridging academic insights with practical business solutions.}

^{Key Responsibilities:}

• ^{Design, develop, and deliver high-impact courses and programs, primarily at the executive education level, leveraging extensive industry experience.}
• ^{Lead and contribute to applied research initiatives, focusing on case studies, practitioner-oriented publications, thought leadership articles and knowledge-building outcomes relevant to the business community.}
• ^{Actively engage with the business community through consulting, advisory roles, and partnerships that align with strategic areas for the Business School.}
• ^{Translate real-world insights and professional expertise into tangible solutions and learning experiences, fostering innovation and an action-learning approach.}
• ^{Supervise students, particularly DBA candidates, and contribute to curriculum development that emphasizes practical application and relevance to African business contexts.}
• ^{Contribute significantly to the institution's outreach, reputation, and engagement with industry leaders and organizations.}
• ^{Participate in academic and administrative service that contributes to institutional building and the broader academic and business community.}
• ^{Drive practical innovation through projects, including industrial research for business application and executive program design and steering.}

^{What we offer:}

^{ABS offers a distinctive opportunity within a dynamic, multicultural, and forward-thinking academic environment. As part of our mission to shape a world-class institution in Morocco, we are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, and meaningful societal impact through research and teaching. We offer:}

• ^{Globally competitive salary packages, benchmarked against leading international institutions.}
• ^{Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance plans, with both national and international coverage.}
• ^{Private pension scheme with flexible investment options to support long-term financial security.}
• ^{Recognition and compensation for intellectual property and MOOCs, as well as full revenue retention from consulting activities aligned with university policy.}
• ^{Opportunities for professional development, including leadership roles, conference participation, and editorial or advisory engagements.}
• ^{Access to sabbatical leave is dedicated to research advancement and academic renewal.}
• ^{Support for work-life integration through flexible work arrangements, housing allowance, and relocation assistance.}
• ^{Comprehensive family support, including visa and legal assistance, cultural integration services, round-trip airfare for immediate family, and full K–12 tuition coverage for dependents in Morocco.}
• ^{A vibrant academic ecosystem that values academic freedom, interdisciplinary collaboration, and global engagement.}

• ^{A Cover Letter detailing professional achievements, experience with African challenges, your executive education philosophy, and motivation for the PMP role at ABS.}
• ^{A CV highlighting senior leadership, major projects, executive education experience, and practitioner-oriented outputs.}
• ^{A Teaching Statement on your executive education philosophy, adult learning approach, and creating impactful learning for professionals.}
• ^{A Statement of Professional Engagement and Impact on translating your expertise into impactful executive education, applied research (cases, reports), and solutions for African business challenges.}
• ^{Three Recommendation Letters from senior industry or academic contacts confirming your leadership, impact, and PMP suitability. (Additional letters may be requested).}

About University Mohammed 6 Polytechnic

Located in the Technopolis of Rabat, the capital city of the Kingdom of Morocco with executive training also in Casablanca or at clients’ headquarters and offices, ABS (Africa Business School) aims to be the inclusive hub of lifelong learners and mindful doers, shaping the business and societal landscape in Africa & beyond. Pioneered by OCP (as it is also the case for UM6P), the global leader of the phosphate industry and one the largest Moroccan firm, ABS's legitimate ambition is to become the leading school in Africa in the field of business and management sciences. The school benefits from an exceptional learning and research ethos in Africa and has signed several partnerships with world class universities and schools (Columbia BS, Ecole Polytechnique, HEC Paris, Ecole des Ponts Paritech…) ABS mission is to: - Train next generation leaders to be critical thinkers, creative entrepreneurs, and socially responsible actors. - Develop multi-disciplinary research and groundbreaking education methods to enhance students’ holistic and analytical competencies and allow them to embrace paradox and lead in fast moving and complex environments. - Stimulate collaborative innovation th...at reaches beyond the classroom and connects students with stakeholders across a wide range of sectors. - Build an ever-evolving thriving network of change makers: students, alumni, researchers, faculty, staff, organizations, academic institutions, and public sector players. - Act as both an engine and a bridge for the diffusion and expansion of a world-class and impactful business & management knowledge grounded in Africa’s contexts. The school is growing rapidly both in Executive Education (Open & Custom programs), in degree programs (MBA, executive Masters) and in Doctoral programs (PhD, DBA, postdocs). ABS aims for quality and the highest standards in degree and continuing professional development programs.

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