Published 2026-02-24

Last application day 2026-04-02

Dean and MD at JIBS and VP at Jönköping University

Dean and Managing Director at JIBS and Vice President at Jönköping University

Take on a defining leadership role at Jönköping International Business School (JIBS) as Managing Director and Dean, and Vice President of Jönköping University (JU), shaping a top-ranked, triple accredited business school’s global future.

Purpose, Offer and Benefits

About Jönköping University (JU)

JU is a foundation university organized as a group. Operations are conducted through the Jönköping University Foundation and six wholly owned subsidiaries: the School of Health and Welfare, the School of Education and Communication, Jönköping International Business School, the School of Engineering, University Services, and Jönköping University Enterprise. Collectively, they deliver education, conduct research, and provide support services within a comprehensive and internationally oriented academic environment. About Jönköping International Business School (JIBS)

JIBS offers an international and team-oriented workplace with competitive educational program at the bachelor´s, master´s, and doctoral levels, alongside a thriving research environment and strong opportunities for professional development. Our mission is to advance the theory and practice of business, with a specific focus on entrepreneurship, ownership, and renewal. Our guiding principles are: international at heart, entrepreneurial in mind, and responsible in action.

In the latest Financial Times European Business School ranking, JIBS was ranked among the top 100. JIBS is also internationally recognized for research in its focus areas. The quality of our education, research, and operations is verified by three international accreditations, granted by EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA. We operate as a limited company owned by the Jönköping University Foundation. At JIBS, there are 2,000 students studying at bachelor’s and master’s levels, 50 PhD students, as well as 120 faculty and staff.