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Business Teachers, Postsecondary

SOC 25-1011.00Job Zone 5 · Extensive Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers postsecondary business faculty practice across teaching, curriculum design, scholarly research, and academic leadership in university and professional-education settings requiring advanced graduate preparation.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Undergraduate course lectures — deliver structured presentations on foundational business topics such as introductory accounting or marketing principles under faculty mentorship in a university classroom setting.
  2. Course syllabi and handouts — prepare basic instructional materials following departmental templates and guidelines for an assigned undergraduate course.
  3. Student assignments and examinations — evaluate and assign grades using established rubrics provided by the supervising faculty member or department.
  4. Classroom discussions — initiate and facilitate guided conversations on business case studies with undergraduate students under the guidance of a senior faculty mentor.
  5. Student attendance and grade records — maintain accurate documentation in the institution's learning management system in compliance with departmental policies.
  6. Current business literature — read and summarize recent journal articles and trade publications to incorporate relevant developments into course preparation.
  7. Professional conferences and associations — attend discipline-specific academic events to begin building scholarly networks and awareness of emerging research.
  8. Research projects — contribute to faculty-led investigations in a designated business field, assisting with data collection and literature review under direct supervision.
  9. Word processing and spreadsheet software — use standard academic productivity tools to draft course materials, record grades, and organize instructional content.
  10. Learning management platforms — upload course materials, post announcements, and respond to student inquiries through institutional software such as a university LMS.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Undergraduate and graduate lectures — independently prepare and deliver topically rigorous sessions on subjects such as operations management or financial accounting across multiple course sections.
  2. Assignment and paper evaluation — assess student work across a full semester using self-developed rubrics that align with course learning outcomes in a business school context.
  3. Classroom discussion facilitation — moderate in-depth Socratic and case-method discussions, adjusting facilitation strategies in response to student engagement levels.
  4. Course materials and syllabi — design comprehensive syllabi, homework sequences, and supplementary handouts aligned with accreditation standards for postsecondary business programs.
  5. Field currency — stay current with developments in a business discipline by routinely reading peer-reviewed journals and participating actively in a professional academic association.
  6. Curriculum review — evaluate existing course content for relevance and rigor, proposing evidence-based revisions to the departmental curriculum committee.
  7. Student records management — maintain complete and timely attendance, participation, and grade records in compliance with FERPA regulations and institutional policy.
  8. Scholarly manuscripts — draft and submit research findings to peer-reviewed business journals or edited volumes, incorporating reviewer feedback through revision cycles.
  9. Analytical software — apply statistical or qualitative analysis tools to support research projects and to demonstrate data-driven decision-making methods to graduate students.
  10. Learning strategy adaptation — select and adjust instructional methods—including active learning, flipped classroom, and simulation exercises—to meet the varied needs of a diverse business student cohort.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Graduate and advanced undergraduate courses — autonomously design and deliver intellectually demanding instruction across the full spectrum of a business discipline, including non-routine or emerging topic areas.
  2. Complex student assessment — evaluate capstone projects, theses, and comprehensive examinations with nuanced feedback that advances both scholarly and professional competencies in business graduates.
  3. High-stakes classroom discourse — lead graduate seminars and executive-education discussions that challenge students to synthesize theory and practice in ambiguous, real-world business scenarios.
  4. Full curriculum design — independently develop new courses from conception through implementation, incorporating current research, industry trends, and AACSB or equivalent accreditation requirements.
  5. Sustained scholarly agenda — conduct original research in a specialized business field and publish peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, or monographs that advance knowledge in the discipline.
  6. Curriculum revision and quality assurance — systematically evaluate instructional effectiveness using student outcomes data and peer review, revising course content and pedagogy accordingly.
  7. Interdisciplinary collaboration — integrate perspectives from economics, law, psychology, and quantitative methods into course design and research, working autonomously across department boundaries.
  8. Mentorship of early-career faculty and doctoral students — provide substantive guidance on research design, publication strategy, and classroom effectiveness within the academic department.
  9. Professional thought leadership — present research at major national or international conferences and serve on editorial boards or review panels for peer-reviewed business journals.
  10. Institutional committee participation — contribute substantive expertise to faculty governance bodies, accreditation self-study teams, and program assessment committees at the college or university level.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Academic program vision — set the strategic direction for a business degree program or research concentration, aligning curriculum, faculty hiring, and resource allocation with institutional and industry priorities.
  2. Faculty development at scale — design and lead structured mentorship, peer observation, and pedagogical training programs that elevate teaching and research quality across an entire business faculty.
  3. Accreditation leadership — guide the institution through AACSB, ACBSP, or equivalent accreditation processes, authoring assurance-of-learning documentation and leading continuous improvement initiatives.
  4. Research center and grant leadership — establish and direct interdisciplinary research initiatives, securing external funding and coordinating multi-investigator projects that produce high-impact scholarship.
  5. Curriculum governance — lead college-wide or university-level curriculum committees to evaluate, redesign, and approve business programs in response to workforce trends and stakeholder feedback.
  6. Executive and corporate education strategy — develop and oversee customized professional development programs for industry partners, translating cutting-edge business research into executive learning experiences.
  7. Discipline-shaping scholarship — produce a body of work—books, landmark journal articles, or policy-relevant reports—that meaningfully shifts theory or practice within a business domain.
  8. Institutional academic policy — advise provosts, deans, and board-level governance bodies on matters of academic standards, faculty affairs, and strategic academic partnerships at organizational scale.
  9. National and international scholarly influence — chair major conference programs, lead professional associations, and represent the institution's research agenda in policy and industry forums.
  10. Complex problem-solving in higher education — analyze systemic challenges such as enrollment shifts, technology disruption, or workforce evolution, and develop evidence-based institutional responses that position the business school for long-term excellence.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.
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Authoritative source data identified for 998 occupations

How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-drafted course materials — uses a general-purpose LLM to generate first drafts of syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts, then reviews and edits each document before distribution Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Literature monitoring assistance — delegates initial scans of current business literature to an AI tool, using the summaries to stay current with field developments rather than reading every source from scratch Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Grading support workflow — routes student papers and written assignments through an AI assistant for a structured first-pass evaluation, then applies disciplinary judgment to finalize grades and written feedback Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Lecture content enrichment — directs an AI tool to surface recent case studies, data points, and examples on topics such as financial accounting or operations management, integrating selected material into prepared lectures Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  3. Discussion facilitation scaffolding — uses AI-generated discussion prompts and counterarguments as starting points for classroom conversations, while personally moderating the live exchange of ideas Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. High-volume content production — orchestrates AI assistance across the full course-preparation cycle—syllabi, reading lists, problem sets, and slide decks—capturing documented time savings across the 95% of tasks where collaboration is viable Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Adaptive instructional design — applies AI tools to analyze student performance patterns and redesign learning-strategy sequences, retaining pedagogical ownership of all curricular decisions Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Prompt engineering for discipline-specific outputs — constructs detailed, context-rich prompts that constrain AI output to the vocabulary, standards, and analytical frameworks of business education, then edits for accuracy Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  4. Research synthesis delegation — hands off targeted literature-review queries to an AI assistant, validates retrieved sources for credibility, and synthesizes findings into lecture content or course readings Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. AI workflow architecture for instruction — designs and documents reusable AI-assisted pipelines covering assessment design, grading rubrics, and course revision cycles, enabling colleagues to adopt proven patterns Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Critical autonomy calibration — evaluates where AI autonomy is appropriate versus where speaking and instructing skills remain irreplaceable, explicitly mapping tasks to the Q2 augmented-impact zone to guide departmental AI adoption policy Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Pedagogical AI literacy instruction — integrates hands-on AI tool use into business courses, teaching students to evaluate AI-generated analyses, prompts, and business plans with the same critical lens applied to traditional case materials WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 5915
Augment share: 95%
Time saved: 81.6%
AI autonomy: 3.10
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Speaking
Score: 48.5 / 100
Quadrant: Q2_ai_augmented
precision: exact
WEF cluster
Human-Technology Interaction
human_technology_interaction
Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.

Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication12 statements
Emerging
  1. Lecture delivery — presents introductory business concepts such as supply and demand or basic accounting principles to undergraduate students using prepared notes and slides Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Discussion facilitation — poses open-ended questions to prompt classroom dialogue on business case studies with moderate instructor guidance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Written feedback — provides brief comments on student assignments covering grammar, argument structure, and basic content accuracy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Lecture adaptation — adjusts explanations of financial accounting or marketing principles mid-session based on visible student confusion or questions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Syllabus construction — drafts clear, organized course syllabi that communicate learning objectives, grading criteria, and assignment schedules to students O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Academic writing — composes research manuscripts suitable for submission to peer-reviewed business journals with cohesive argumentation and proper citation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Multi-modal instruction — delivers lectures, facilitates Socratic discussions, and leads case-based workshops on operations management or business strategy with consistent clarity across formats Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Audience-calibrated communication — translates complex econometric or managerial finance concepts into accessible language appropriate for undergraduate, graduate, or executive-education audiences Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Scholarly publication — produces polished research articles and book chapters that communicate original findings in business disciplines to academic and practitioner audiences O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Keynote and panel leadership — represents the institution at national academic conferences, delivering persuasive addresses on emerging business research to expert audiences Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Communication mentorship — coaches junior faculty and doctoral students on academic writing, grant proposals, and conference presentation techniques Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Curriculum narrative design — architects program-level communication frameworks that sequence business communication skill development across multiple courses and years Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
2Leadership11 statements
Emerging
  1. Classroom ownership — takes responsibility for managing daily course logistics including attendance records, assignment distribution, and grade entry without supervisor prompting Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Student advising initiation — meets with students during office hours to provide early guidance on course selection and business program requirements Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Committee participation — contributes substantively to departmental curriculum committees, advocating for course revisions based on current business trends Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Doctoral mentorship — guides graduate students through literature review and research design phases of thesis or dissertation work Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Course innovation leadership — independently proposes and implements new instructional methods such as flipped classrooms or simulation-based learning in business courses Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Program development — leads the design or revision of a degree concentration in areas such as entrepreneurship or supply chain management, coordinating faculty input and administrative approval Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Research lab direction — oversees a research group or working paper series, setting agendas, assigning tasks, and maintaining scholarly momentum Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Faculty mentorship — formally mentors junior faculty through tenure-track milestones including teaching observation feedback and research agenda development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Departmental leadership — serves as department chair or program director, setting strategic priorities for faculty hiring, curriculum innovation, and accreditation compliance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Field thought leadership — shapes disciplinary direction through editorial board service, conference organization, and invited scholarly commentary on emerging business education paradigms Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Institutional advocacy — champions curriculum and policy reforms at the college or university level, influencing resource allocation and accreditation standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition10 statements
Emerging
  1. Teaching self-assessment — reflects on lesson effectiveness after class sessions, identifying specific moments where student engagement or comprehension fell short Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning strategy awareness — recognizes differences in how students absorb business concepts and begins experimenting with varied instructional approaches Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Instructional self-monitoring — tracks student performance data across assessments to identify patterns that indicate gaps in one's own pedagogical approach Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Research process reflection — evaluates one's own scholarly productivity and adjusts writing schedules, literature review methods, and analytical strategies accordingly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Professional development planning — sets explicit annual learning goals tied to emerging areas of business scholarship or new teaching methodologies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Curriculum self-evaluation — systematically reviews course outcomes against learning objectives each semester, revising content and pedagogy based on evidence of student learning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Scholarly self-regulation — manages long-term research projects by monitoring progress against milestones, diagnosing bottlenecks, and recalibrating effort allocation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Bias recognition in grading — applies structured rubrics and blind review practices to counteract personal bias when evaluating student work in subjective business case analyses Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Metacognitive modeling — explicitly teaches doctoral students and junior faculty how to monitor and regulate their own research thinking and academic writing processes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Program-level reflective practice — facilitates department-wide after-action reviews of curriculum outcomes, modeling disciplined collective reflection and evidence-based revision cycles Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking11 statements
Emerging
  1. Case analysis introduction — guides students through a structured framework to identify problems, stakeholders, and options in introductory business case studies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Assignment evaluation — applies standard rubric criteria to assess logical coherence and evidence use in undergraduate business essays Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Assumption interrogation — designs discussion prompts and exam questions that require students to surface and challenge hidden assumptions in marketing strategies or financial models Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Literature critique — evaluates the methodological rigor, validity, and contribution of published research articles when preparing course readings or conducting literature reviews Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Curricular alignment analysis — examines whether course assessments accurately measure stated learning outcomes and revises misaligned components Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Evidence-based argument construction — models rigorous business research by formulating hypotheses, selecting appropriate analytical methods, and drawing conclusions bounded by data limitations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Advanced case facilitation — leads graduate students through multi-variable strategic analysis of complex business scenarios, probing logical gaps and alternative interpretations in real time Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Grading validity assurance — constructs and administers assessments in accounting or management courses that reliably distinguish levels of student analytical competence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Scholarly peer review — provides rigorous, constructive evaluation of manuscripts submitted to business journals, identifying theoretical gaps, methodological flaws, and contribution significance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Critical curriculum reform — leads evidence-based redesign of business program learning outcomes, applying systematic analysis of graduate employment data, accreditation feedback, and industry trend research Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Doctoral seminar leadership — challenges doctoral candidates to stress-test theoretical frameworks and research designs through sustained Socratic inquiry across advanced seminars Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration11 statements
Emerging
  1. Departmental integration — participates in faculty meetings, shares course materials with colleagues, and coordinates scheduling conflicts across business program sections Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Co-teaching support — assists lead faculty in team-taught capstone or interdisciplinary business courses, executing assigned instructional segments reliably Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Cross-disciplinary curriculum coordination — collaborates with faculty from economics, law, and data analytics departments to align business program learning sequences and reduce content redundancy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Student team facilitation — structures and coaches student group projects in organizational behavior or strategy courses, managing inter-group conflict and ensuring equitable participation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Research collaboration — co-authors working papers or grant proposals with colleagues, contributing defined analytical or writing components on agreed timelines Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Accreditation team contribution — works with AACSB or ACBSP accreditation committees, supplying assessment data, revising learning outcome documentation, and aligning syllabi with standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Industry partnership coordination — builds relationships with business practitioners to bring guest speakers, real-world projects, or internship pathways into the classroom Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Multi-institutional research consortium — participates in collaborative research projects spanning multiple universities, navigating diverse institutional cultures and shared publication responsibilities Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Accreditation leadership — chairs accreditation self-study teams, orchestrating cross-functional faculty collaboration to produce comprehensive program quality documentation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Consortium building — establishes and sustains multi-institutional research or pedagogical networks, negotiating shared goals and governance structures among senior scholars Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Employer advisory board facilitation — convenes and leads industry advisory boards that co-create curriculum revisions responsive to evolving business workforce needs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
6Character11 statements
Emerging
  1. Academic integrity modeling — communicates clear expectations for academic honesty in syllabi and enforces plagiarism and citation standards consistently and transparently Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Grading accountability — submits grades accurately and on time, acknowledging and correcting errors when identified Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Equitable assessment practice — applies grading rubrics consistently across all student submissions, actively mitigating favoritism or demographic bias in business course evaluations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Conflict-of-interest disclosure — transparently discloses consulting relationships or research funding sources that could influence course content or student advising Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Professional reliability — meets all course delivery, advising, and committee commitments with minimal institutional follow-up required Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Ethical business pedagogy — integrates corporate ethics, sustainability, and social responsibility content throughout business curricula rather than treating them as isolated elective topics Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Research integrity — adheres to IRB protocols, data transparency standards, and co-authorship attribution norms across all scholarly work Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Student advocacy — acts in students' genuine academic and professional interests during advising, even when it conflicts with enrollment or departmental pressures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Institutional ethics leadership — serves on research ethics boards or academic integrity committees, shaping institutional policy and adjudicating complex misconduct cases Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Professional standards stewardship — contributes to disciplinary codes of conduct through involvement with the Academy of Management, American Accounting Association, or equivalent bodies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Character modeling at scale — earns recognition as an exemplar of professional integrity whose conduct shapes departmental and institutional culture over years and cohorts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity11 statements
Emerging
  1. Novel example generation — creates original business scenarios and hypothetical company cases to illustrate concepts such as price elasticity or competitive strategy beyond textbook examples Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Assignment redesign — replaces rote examination questions with application-oriented prompts that invite students to solve realistic business problems Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Simulation-based learning design — develops role-play exercises, market simulations, or business plan competitions that immerse students in experiential decision-making contexts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Research question origination — identifies underexplored gaps in business literature and formulates novel research questions with theoretical and practical significance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Interdisciplinary course framing — integrates behavioral economics, data analytics, or sustainability frameworks into traditional business courses in ways that generate new conceptual connections Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Innovative course architecture — designs entirely new elective or certificate courses responding to emerging fields such as platform economics, business analytics, or social entrepreneurship Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Creative pedagogy deployment — applies design thinking, hackathon formats, or live client consulting projects as primary instructional vehicles in advanced business courses Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Scholarly innovation — produces research that introduces new theoretical constructs, measurement instruments, or methodological approaches to the business discipline Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Curricular paradigm creation — conceives and champions transformative program models such as integrated STEM-business degrees or competency-based business credentials adopted institution-wide Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Disciplinary knowledge creation — publishes research that establishes new sub-fields, frameworks, or debates in business scholarship cited broadly by peers and practitioners Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Pedagogical innovation dissemination — presents teaching innovations at national conferences or publishes in journals of business education, advancing the broader field's instructional repertoire Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset11 statements
Emerging
  1. Literature currency maintenance — regularly reads new publications in one's business specialty and incorporates updated examples, data, and findings into course content Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Teaching feedback receptivity — reviews student course evaluations without defensiveness and identifies at least one actionable instructional improvement per semester Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Conference-driven learning — attends discipline-specific academic conferences and applies newly encountered research insights or pedagogical approaches in subsequent course cycles Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Methodological skill expansion — learns new research methods such as panel econometrics, qualitative coding, or machine learning to extend scholarly capabilities Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Failure normalization in teaching — redesigns lessons or assignments that produce poor student outcomes, treating low performance data as instructional information rather than student failure alone Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Sustained professional development — pursues teaching certifications, faculty development programs, or executive education experiences that continuously refresh both pedagogical and business domain expertise Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Research resilience — responds to manuscript rejections with substantive revision and resubmission, incorporating reviewer feedback to strengthen theoretical and empirical contributions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Classroom experimentation culture — deliberately pilots unproven instructional formats and assesses their effectiveness, sharing both successes and failures with departmental colleagues Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Growth culture cultivation — mentors junior faculty in reframing peer review rejections, teaching setbacks, and tenure pressure as developmental data rather than identity threats Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Lifelong learning modeling — pursues formal coursework, sabbatical research projects, or cross-disciplinary collaborations well into mid- and late-career stages, demonstrating that mastery is always incomplete Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Institutional learning advocacy — champions faculty development infrastructure such as teaching centers, writing groups, and research mentorship programs at the departmental or college level Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness11 statements
Emerging
  1. Classroom presence — enters lecture sessions with attention fully oriented to the room, minimizing distraction from administrative tasks or personal devices during instructional time Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Student signal awareness — notices non-verbal cues such as confusion, disengagement, or distress in students during lectures and pauses to check in rather than proceeding automatically Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Deliberate discussion pacing — moderates classroom dialogue with intentional pausing, allowing silence to generate student thinking rather than filling every gap with instructor commentary Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Stress-aware scheduling — structures research, teaching, and service workloads across the academic calendar with attention to sustainable pacing and recovery periods Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Emotionally regulated grading — applies consistent evaluative standards when grading stacks of student papers, managing fatigue and frustration to prevent grade drift Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Intentional feedback delivery — conducts student advising conversations with full attention, resisting multitasking, and calibrating tone to the emotional weight of the discussion Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mindful lecture adjustment — monitors group energy and comprehension in real time during class and deliberately varies pacing, format, or content emphasis in response Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Research focus maintenance — protects dedicated writing and analysis time through intentional boundary-setting against email, committee requests, and administrative interruptions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Organizational mindfulness modeling — teaches doctoral students and junior faculty to recognize cognitive overload, context-switching costs, and attentional limits as performance variables to actively manage Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Contemplative pedagogy integration — incorporates structured reflection practices such as journaling, structured dialogue, or ethical pause exercises into business courses to develop student self-awareness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Crisis-steady leadership — maintains measured, deliberate decision-making during periods of institutional turbulence such as accreditation jeopardy or enrollment crises, demonstrating regulated response over reactive behavior Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude11 statements
Emerging
  1. Rejection tolerance — continues research submission efforts after initial manuscript rejections, maintaining scholarly output without abandoning research agenda Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Difficult classroom navigation — persists through disruptive or unengaged class sessions, maintaining instructional structure and professionalism rather than abandoning lesson plans Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Tenure-track endurance — sustains simultaneous progress on teaching, research, and service demands across multi-year tenure evaluation cycles without chronic productivity collapse Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Constructive criticism absorption — receives critical peer review or student evaluation feedback, processes it constructively, and implements changes without prolonged defensive withdrawal Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Controversial topic courage — teaches ethically complex or politically contested business topics such as income inequality, corporate malfeasance, or labor relations with intellectual honesty regardless of audience discomfort Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Research program persistence — sustains a coherent long-term research agenda through funding rejections, data collection setbacks, and publication delays inherent in academic business scholarship Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Institutional adversity navigation — maintains teaching quality and student support during periods of budget cuts, administrative turnover, or accreditation pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Unpopular stance advocacy — defends evidence-based curriculum or grading standards positions within faculty governance processes despite social pressure or senior colleague opposition Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Scholarly legacy building — sustains a research program and mentorship pipeline over decades, persisting through paradigm shifts, field evolution, and repeated professional challenges Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Crisis leadership resilience — guides departments or programs through existential threats such as accreditation loss risk or major enrollment decline, maintaining team morale and forward momentum Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Courageous institutional reform — initiates and perseveres through multi-year curriculum or policy reform initiatives that face structural resistance, bureaucratic inertia, and stakeholder conflict Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Accountancy Professor · Accounting Instructor · Accounting Professor · Accounting Teacher · Adjunct Business Professor · Adjunct Instructor · Adjunct Lecturer · Advertising Teacher · Assistant Professor · Associate Professor · Banking Instructor · Banking Teacher
RAPIDS apprenticeships
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O*NET skills
SpeakingInstructingLearning StrategiesReading ComprehensionWritingActive ListeningCritical ThinkingActive LearningMonitoringComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingTime ManagementSocial PerceptivenessSystems AnalysisSystems EvaluationMathematicsCoordination
Knowledge domains
English LanguageEducation and TrainingAdministration and ManagementEconomics and AccountingMathematicsLaw and GovernmentComputers and ElectronicsCustomer and Personal ServicePersonnel and Human ResourcesCommunications and MediaPsychologyAdministrative
Abilities
Oral ExpressionSpeech ClarityWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionOral ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningSpeech RecognitionProblem SensitivityNear Vision
Work styles
Intellectual CuriosityDependabilitySocial OrientationAchievement OrientationIntegrityCooperation
Technology
Computer based training softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareWord processing softwareInformation retrieval or search softwareElectronic mail softwareWeb platform development softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareOptical character reader OCR or scanning softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as financial accounting, principles of marketing, and operations management.
  2. Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
  3. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
  4. Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  5. Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional organizations and conferences.
  6. Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
  7. Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
  8. Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
CIP education codes
13.130313.131030.160130.280130.710451.070252.010152.020152.020252.020352.020552.020652.021052.021152.021252.021352.030152.030352.030452.030552.050152.059952.070152.070252.080152.080452.080652.080752.080852.081052.090952.100152.100252.100352.100452.110152.130152.130252.130452.140152.140252.140352.140452.149952.170152.180152.200252.209952.2101

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