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Rockford University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach BSAD 346 – Modern Project Management in the Spring 2026 semester, in person. If you are passionate about project management and enjoy sharing your expertise with future business leaders, we invite you to apply.

Course Overview:
BSAD 346 – Modern Project Management
This course provides a practical introduction to managerial and technical skills required to plan and execute projects successfully. Students explore projects’ strategic, process, structural, and cultural roles in modern organizations. Technical topics include predictive (Waterfall) and adaptive (Agile) project management approaches, planning, requirements, scope, WBS, network diagrams, estimating, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging lectures and facilitate class discussions in an in-person format.
• Teach both strategic and technical aspects of modern project management, incorporating real-world applications.
• Assign homework, projects, and case studies to reinforce concepts.
• Offer additional help outside of class to support student success.
• Administer exams and evaluate student performance.
• Complete grading and administrative tasks in a timely manner.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business, Project Management, or a related field (required).
• PMP® certification (required).
• Professional experience in project management (minimum 3 years preferred).
• Prior teaching experience at the college level (preferred).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with digital tools and learning technologies.

Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit via email, in a single .pdf, to HumanResources@rockford.edu:

• A cover letter
• A current résumé
• A list of three professional references

At Rockford University, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that values a well-rounded workforce and community. We welcome candidates who, through their professional experience, contribute to excellence in their work and enhance our institutional mission.