The Role
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introducing some of the first web-based professional education courses in 2001. Today, the company’s
family of brands are the leading online professional education platforms in their respective end-markets.
We proudly serve >1 million customers annually and employ more than 1,500 mission-aligned
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Position Overview
The Senior Curriculum Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of financial planning education. This position combines strategic leadership with hands-on curriculum and instruction expertise to deliver exceptional learning experiences for Boston Institute of Finance (BIF) students. You will lead curriculum strategy and innovation, integrate emerging technologies, and ensure educational excellence that empowers CFP® candidates. This role offers significant growth potential within BIF’s product division.
Key Responsibilities
Curriculum Leadership & Innovation
- Establish a forward-looking curriculum strategy that balances an exceptional student experience with enterprise partner priorities.
- Drive curriculum development projects from concept through implementation, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
- Oversee creation and revision of course materials based on industry changes, regulatory updates, and student feedback.
- Lead and mentor the broader BIF curriculum team, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and a culture of innovation.
- Deliver classroom sessions when appropriate, ensuring alignment between curriculum development and delivery for an exceptional student experience.
- Use AI tools to improve how curriculum is created, designed, and delivered, making processes faster and learning experiences more effective.
Student Success & Advanced Support
- Provide expert-level guidance to CFP® candidates.
- Resolve escalated content-related inquiries from students and faculty.
- Monitor student performance data and student feedback to identify improvement opportunities and inform curriculum updates.
- Use AI tools to enhance student support, improving the quality, accuracy, and speed of responses while delivering more personalized learning experiences.
Stakeholder Engagement & Strategic Collaboration
- Partner with sales, marketing, customer success, and operations teams to align curriculum and instructional initiatives with business goals.
- Contribute curriculum expertise and market insights during strategic planning sessions to inform decision-making.
- Gather and analyze market intelligence on curriculum trends, competitor offerings, and instructional best practices to guide program enhancements.
- Collaborate with industry partners and professional organizations to maintain competitive advantage.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date curriculum documentation to ensure consistency across all BIF programs.
- Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, focusing on maintaining CFP Board coursework program approval.
- Create and oversee curriculum review systems and conduct regular evaluations to uphold quality and drive improvements.
Required Qualifications
- CFP® certification.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in financial planning education.
- Minimum 3 years of project management experience.
- Proven team leadership experience.
- Expertise in virtual learning and educational technology.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Financial Planning.
- Familiarity with AI tools and applications in education.
- Experience with accreditation processes or regulatory compliance.
Key Competencies
- Curriculum strategy and leadership
- Project management and collaboration
- Educational technology and AI integration
- Data analysis for continuous improvement
- Quality assurance and process optimization
- Strategic thinking with execution
- CFP® Board compliance expertise
Why Join Us?
At BIF, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the financial planning profession through educational excellence. We value innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We’re committed to supporting your growth as you help shape the future of financial education.
Colibri Group welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, and we understand that not every candidate will meet every requirement listed in the job description. Research has shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply to jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification, and we want to actively combat this bias in our hiring process. If you're excited about the role and believe you have the skills and experience to contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn't align perfectly with every qualification listed. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we believe that diversity of perspectives and experiences is essential to our success. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another position within our organization. Don't hesitate to take the leap and apply today!
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