Transform Lives Through Education:

At GBS Malta (Part of GEDU Global Education), we believe in changing lives, creating opportunities, and transforming communities through education. As a dynamic and innovative group of education providers, we offer programmes that equip students, apprentices, and trainees with the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary for success in their chosen fields.

We are actively searching for an Exetrnal Examiner in Business in IT to join our team in San Ġiljan, Malta (On-site)

Purpose of the role

Provide independent scrutiny of the academic standards and assessment of assigned Business programmes and modules, including undergraduate and postgraduate provision where allocated.

Key responsibilities

Review draft assessment briefs, examination papers and marking criteria before use, providing comment or approval as required by the applicable regulations.
Scrutinise representative samples of marked work, including dissertations or projects, across grade bands and delivery modes; request further evidence where needed.
Evaluate consistency of marking, moderation and feedback, and the fairness of assessment against the intended learning outcomes.
Compare student achievement with relevant qualification expectations and standards at other higher education institutions.
Attend the designated assessment or examination boards and advise on standards and assessment decisions within the agreed remit.
Submit an evidence-based annual report by the agreed deadline, identifying strengths, concerns and recommendations; review the institutional response.
Raise concerns through the designated academic governance route and contribute advice on assessment or curriculum changes when requested.

Subject specific responsibilities

Evaluate whether assessments require appropriate application of business and management theory, critical analysis and justified recommendations.
Review the quality of business cases, consultancy projects and dissertations, including methodological rigour, use of evidence and relevance to organisational practice.
Assess the currency of business content and the balance between academic depth and professional application. Review only subject areas within the agreed expertise remit.

Essential qualifications

A Masters in Business, Management or a related area is the minimum required qualification. A relevant PhD or DBA is desirable, in addition to the Master.

Essential experience and capabilities

Substantial recent higher education teaching and assessment experience in business or management, including postgraduate provision where assigned.
Expertise relevant to the allocated portfolio, such as strategy, leadership, marketing, entrepreneurship, finance or project management; applicants should identify their specialist coverage.
Experience assessing research projects or dissertations and evaluating the application of theory to organisational problems.
Credible academic standing, sound independent judgement and experience of assessment design and moderation.
Understanding of relevant qualification frameworks and the standards expected at the award levels examined.
Clear written and spoken English, constructive professional communication and capacity to meet review and board deadlines.

Desirable criteria

A relevant PhD or DBA, in addition to the required Masters in Business.
Previous external examining experience for business programmes.
Programme leadership, curriculum review or relevant business accreditation experience.
Relevant industry, consultancy or professional body experience.

Independence and professional conduct

Candidates must disclose actual or potential conflicts of interest, including employment, personal relationships, recent collaboration and reciprocal examining arrangements. Eligibility will be assessed against the applicable appointment policy. The examiner must protect confidential material and exercise impartial judgement throughout the appointment.

Working arrangements and scope

The External Examiner’s appointment is for a fixed contractual term of three years.

The appointment letter will specify the programmes and modules, term, fees, expected workload, review deadlines, board attendance and any campus visits. Review may be undertaken electronically, with meetings or visits as agreed. Induction and access to programme documentation and assessment evidence will be provided.

Join Us & Make an Impact.

This is an exciting opportunity to inspire future professionals while enjoying the flexibility of a freelance role in a global education network.

Full Job Descriptions available upon request.

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