What is an arts and sciences dean and how to become one

Key steps to become an arts and sciences dean

1. Explore arts and sciences dean education requirements

   Most common arts and sciences dean degrees

   Bachelor's

   65.6 %

   Master's

   17.2 %

   Doctorate

   9.4 %

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2. Start to develop specific arts and sciences dean skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Fine Arts	35.78%
   Student Learning	25.86%
   Academic Affairs	22.33%
   Professional Development	5.98%
   Travel Arrangements	5.09%

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3. Complete relevant arts and sciences dean training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New arts and sciences deans learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an arts and sciences dean based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real arts and sciences dean resumes.

4. Research arts and sciences dean duties and responsibilities

   • Produce, manage and evaluate all budgetary and programmatic aspects of a comprehensive career service program for students and alumni.
   • Recruit advisory boards, and partnerships and transfer agreements for new degree programming and partnerships for new majors seeking accreditation.
   • Work cooperatively with other offices and student groups in the implementation of various campus-wide multicultural activities and other major events.
   • Create numerous posts on social media, for Instagram, Facebook, Tumblr, and Pinterest.

5. Apply for arts and sciences dean jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an arts and sciences dean job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams