Program and Operations Analyst, Strategy and Innovation

Job Description Summary

Bentley University seeks a highly motivated and analytically skilled Program & Operations Analyst to join the Strategy & Innovation Division (SID) and support its growth and transformation agenda. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in strategic analysis program operations and evaluation and business development support with a strong foundation in data analytics and AI-enabled workflows. The Program & Operations Analyst will support global and strategic initiatives Executive & Professional Education (EPE) and related growth efforts reporting to the Director of Global & Strategic Initiatives Head of EPE and working closely with the Senior Program Manager Executive & Professional Education and Director of Enrollment Systems and Data Strategy Strategy and Innovation.

Essential Duties

Strategic Analysis & Insights

• Build dashboards scorecards and KPI frameworks to monitor program performance market activity and strategic initiatives.

• Conduct market competitor benchmarking and trend analyses to identify growth opportunities and inform EPE strategy.

• Use quantitative analysis scenario modeling and AI-enabled tools to generate actionable insights and strategic recommendations.

• Translate analytical findings into executive-ready presentations briefs and recommendations.

Program Management & Evaluation

• Support the planning delivery and evaluation of EPE programs including custom open enrollment online and blended offerings.

• Coordinate timelines deliverables and stakeholder communications to ensure effective program execution.

• Develop and support program evaluation frameworks including surveys outcome measurement and post-program assessment.

• Analyze participant client and program data to identify improvement opportunities and inform future program development.

• Support of other strategic initiatives as needed.

Business Development Support & Market Research

• Support sales proposal development for client opportunities.

• Conduct market research benchmarking and demand analysis to identify business opportunities partnership prospects and client leads.

• Analyze market client and pipeline data to inform business development strategy proposal development and partner prioritization.

• Maintain CRM (Hubspot) and pipeline data to support lead tracking client engagement and partnership development.

• Collaborate with business development and marketing teams to support outreach and strategic marketing initiatives.

AI & Data Analytics

• Use AI-enabled tools to improve research coding documentation and reporting workflows across strategic initiatives and program operations.

• Apply machine learning and generative AI to support insight generation and data-informed decision-making.

• Stay current with developments in AI and analytics and their applications in higher education and executive learning.

• Support strategic segmentation in the CRM and associated activities for sales and marketing campaigns.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required. Masters degree in Data Analytics Business Analytics or a related quantitative field is preferred.

• 5 years of relevant professional experience in strategic analysis program operations business development support or a related field.

• Experience in strategic analysis market research business development support or program operations including internships or academic projects.

• Proficiency with SQL Excel and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau. Python and R preferred.

• Experience using AI-enabled tools to support research analysis reporting or workflow improvement.

• Experience preparing analyses presentations and briefing materials for senior leaders or executive stakeholders with the ability to communicate complex information clearly to non-technical audiences.

• Experience working across international markets and multicultural environments supporting global partnerships cross-border sales and diverse stakeholder engagement.

• Experience with dashboarding survey tools and program evaluation methods strongly preferred.

• Strong communication presentation and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced cross-functional environment.

• Entrepreneurial mindset adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Office-based work with frequent computer use.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Occasional evening/weekend work.

• Ability to travel within and outside campus for work related meetings and events.

• Ability to sit for extended periods.

Pay Transparency

At Bentley we offer a total rewards package designed to attract motivate retain and reward our employees. This includes competitive compensation robust benefits career development and opportunities generous paid time off workplace flexibility and a positive engaging employee alignment with the Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity and transparency were sharing the salary grade range for this role. The grade range is based on market data and the scope of responsibilities. Final pay will depend on your experience education and other relevant qualifications.

Salary Grade Range:

$60225 - $96687 per year

If you have questions about the salary grade range or need additional information please contact us at

Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.

Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups individuals with disabilities covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.