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Andrew Drotos

Director of Professional and Public Programs

University of San Diego

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My Work Experience

Where I've interned and worked during my career.

University of San Diego | Nov 2018 - Present

Director of Professional and Public Programs

In November, 2018, I accepted a position with the University of San Diego as their Director of Professional and Public Programs leading the Professional and Continuing Education initiatives in business, education, and other public programs providing oversight and direction for new course and program development, student recruitment, and fiscal management. Professional and continuing education programs for business and K-12 education forms the core portfolio for these areas. I also provide strategic direction and project management for program expansion of PCE’s continuing education and professional programs and am responsible for the administrative, logistical, marketing, student and instructor retention, and compliance requirements needed to support programs that serve continuing education participants. I also manage human, financial, and physical resources, and develop procedures and processes to attain enrollment and budget goals and implementing policies and programs that impact all of PCE’s continuing education activities.

Arizona State University | Feb 2018 - Aug 2018

Manager, Student and Academic Services, School of Human Evolution and Social Change

In February, 2018, I was fortunate to be hired on at Arizona State University as their Manager of Student and Academic Services in the School of Human Evolution and Social Change within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. In this role, I am responsible for managing unit-wide academic advising, retention, recruitment, outreach, and student support services, functions and activities including the development and implementation of operational strategies. I also work closely with the school's directorate and leadership team to coordinate functionality across units within the school, administering services and a set of programs that provide support to the mission of the school and the school's faculty, staff, and students.

University of Phoenix | Nov 2014 - Oct 2017

Executive Dean, College of Education

In 2014, I was promoted to Executive Dean for the College of Education, where I owned the College’s growth strategies, profit and loss (P&L) management, student satisfaction and retention, competitive marketing strategy, academic standards and programming, curriculum and assessment, and regulation and accreditation. I was also accountable for the P&L of the College and driving student retention through graduation. I addition, I was responsible for operations, academic oversight, student and faculty experience, and strategic collaboration with all internal stakeholders of the College, as well as for enhancing the College's external marketing and recognition, in order to distinguish the program from those of competitors. SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS & ACHIEVEMENTS ✔ Met all near-term and long-range operations objectives, accreditation requirements, and metrics for student and faculty experience. ✔ Created first-ever 3+1 transfer pathway between University of Phoenix and Phoenix-based community college system ✔ Improved student retention from enrollment through graduation, and then post-graduation through career placement. ✔ Developed a competitive marketing strategy that differentiated the program from the competition; highlighted strong academic standards, programming, and curriculum. *************************** I’m always open to expanding my network and connecting with other top professionals. Please add me as a connection and contact me at: ➞ PHONE: (602) 703-2212 ➞ EMAIL: [email protected]

University of Phoenix | Jan 1998 - Sep 2015

Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct Faculty, General Studies Department for Phoenix Metropolitan Area. In 2015, I was ranked at the 98.7 percentile of all faculty (171 of 12,264). Courses Taught Skills for Life Long Learning Introduction to Research and Information Utilization Skills for Professional Development Interdisciplinary Capstone Course Communication Skills and Team Development Critical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving Critical Thinking Contemporary American Society Introduction to American Popular Culture Cultural Diversity Sociology Adult Education and Training

University of Phoenix | Sep 2006 - Nov 2014

Program Dean, College of Education

From 2006 to 2014, I was responsible for directing the academic design, delivery and strategy of academic programs for a portfolio of associates and undergraduate programs within the College of Education and oversee the academic quality of the program portfolio. Monitor student learning outcomes and use assessment data to address program performance issues for continuous programmatic improvement. Provide appropriate product knowledge, education, and training for curriculum development personnel. Design and evaluate strategic plans for programs. Monitor retention performance and enrollment trends. SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS & ACHIEVEMENTS ✔ Ensured academic quality for the complete program portfolio, comprised of both associate and undergraduate programs. ✔ Improved program results by actively monitoring student learning outcomes, and leveraging data to craft BI strategies. ✔ Strengthened product knowledge, education, and training through hands-on coaching, mentoring, and leadership for curriculum development. ✔ Maximized alignment to KPI placing a strong focus on monitoring retention performance and enrollment trends. *************************** I’m always open to expanding my network and connecting with other top professionals. Please add me as a connection and contact me at: ➞ PHONE: (602) 703-2212 ➞ EMAIL: [email protected]

University of Phoenix | Sep 2005 - Sep 2006

Regional Assistant Dean, College of Education

As Regional Assistant Dean for the College of Education, I led the university’s efforts to identify program opportunities for both new and existing campuses throughout the region. SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS & ACHIEVEMENTS ✔ Played a key role in the approval completion process, including reviewing program approval documentations in progress. ✔ Facilitated focus group meetings with Campus Advisory Boards, delivering training to campuses on new programs, processes, and initiatives. ✔ Established relationships with state regulators by representing the university at Western Region NASDTEC conferences. *************************** I’m always open to expanding my network and connecting with other top professionals. Please add me as a connection and contact me at: ➞ PHONE: (602) 703-2212 ➞ EMAIL: [email protected]

University of Phoenix | Sep 2003 - Sep 2005

Assistant Dean, College of Graduate Business and Management

In 2003, I was promoted to Assistant Dean for the graduate business college, where I also oversaw the Student Appeals Committee. In this role, I developed new curriculum and drove projects related to program development, implementation, and management. *************************** I’m always open to expanding my network and connecting with other top professionals. Please add me as a connection and contact me at: ➞ PHONE: (602) 703-2212 ➞ EMAIL: [email protected]

University of Phoenix | Dec 1997 - Sep 2003

Campus Manager, Tempe/Chandler Campuses

During my six years as Campus Manager for the Tempe and Chandler campuses, I managed day-to-day operations of 49 classrooms and labs, as well as 16 staff members and 1,600+ students. I led the organization to strong financial success, as well as alignment to program enrichment, academic counseling, new enrollment growth, and retention results. *************************** I’m always open to expanding my network and connecting with other top professionals. Please add me as a connection and contact me at: ➞ PHONE: (602) 703-2212 ➞ EMAIL: [email protected]

University of Phoenix | Jul 1994 - Dec 1997

Data Analyst, Student Services

I was recruited to the University of Phoenix in 1994 to create and maintain all business and non-business course scheduling for all Phoenix campus locations. In this role, I managed numerous data analysis projects, including university retention rates, graduation and persistence rates, and campus census projections. *************************** I’m always open to expanding my network and connecting with other top professionals. Please add me as a connection and contact me at: ➞ PHONE: (602) 703-2212 ➞ EMAIL: [email protected]

Allied Signal Aerospace Company (Honeywell) | Jan 1985 - Sep 1993

Market Analyst

During an 8-year career with Allied Signal Aerospace Company, I analyzed market conditions and trends to strengthen business decision-making from executive leadership. I regularly created, maintained, reported, and published an expense budget that exceeded $110M across multiple P&L line items. *************************** I’m always open to expanding my network and connecting with other top professionals. Please add me as a connection and contact me at: ➞ PHONE: (602) 703-2212 ➞ EMAIL: [email protected]

My Education

Take a look at my formal education

PhD, Higher Education LeadershipNorthcentral University | 2012

MAED, Adult Education and TrainingUniversity of Phoenix | 1996

Bachelor of Science (BS), Business AdministrationUniversity of Phoenix | 1989

Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer ProgrammingBelmont College | 1984

About Me

Andrew Drotos serves as the Director of Professional and Public Programs at University of San Diego, leading USD’s Professional and Continuing Education initiatives in business, education, and other public programs.

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