Managerial Finance Subject Matter Expert

Founded in 1886, National Louis University (NLU) is a private, nonprofit institution committed to expanding access to high-quality education for working adults and diverse learners. With campuses in Chicago and Florida and robust online programs nationwide, NLU focuses on career-connected degrees that integrate academic rigor with real-world application. The university is nationally recognized for innovation in workforce-aligned education and for its deep commitment to student success, equity, and upward mobility.

Learn and Earn in 3 (LE3) is a reimagined undergraduate model for full-time working adults. Students earn their degree, B.S. in Business Management, in 2.5-3 years while remaining employed full time, receiving course credit for time spent at work. All courses are related to workplace and leadership skills. 

LE3 uses a focused quarter structure designed for depth and application:

• Academic courses (major and general education) run in 4-week blocks, with students taking one course at a time

• Each quarter also includes a 12-week Professional Skills Seminar focused on durable skills such as communication, teamwork, leadership, and self-advocacy

• Courses are fully virtual and blend asynchronous learning with one intentional live session per week

In this model, we believe in what we call the Learning-Doing Loop. This Loop means that there is a strong connection between learning in the classroom and current professional experiences. All LE3 courses are career connected and highly applied, designed for adults who are working full time. They are built around reflection and growth, with a focus on building practical artifacts rather than purely academic products. Finally, they are focused on building durable skills, with a heavy emphasis on self-awareness, leadership, communication, and decision-making. 

LE3 faculty are partners in student success, helping students connect learning to their professional lives and apply skills immediately at work.

We are seeking experienced Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to support the design and development of the following course within the LE3 program:

• →Master’s degree or higher in Business, Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related field.
• →3+ years of professional experience involving budgeting, financial analysis, resource planning, operational management, business strategy, or related management responsibilities.
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  Demonstrated ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-financial audiences.

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  Experience applying concepts such as cash flow, profitability, budgeting, cost management, financial performance, and return on investment in workplace settings.

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  Ability to connect financial and resource decisions to leadership, operational performance, employee impact, and organizational goals.

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  Experience developing training, curriculum, assessments, learning materials, or coaching resources is preferred.

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  Commitment to accessible, inclusive, learner-centered instruction and practical work-integrated learning.

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  Comfort collaborating virtually and using digital tools such as Zoom, Google Workspace, Slack, learning-management systems, and common spreadsheet or financial-analysis tools.

• Experience with work-integrated learning or experiential education models.
• Professional experience outside of academia in fields such as HR, management, finance, project management, coaching, negotiation, or digital transformation.

• Relevant industry credentials.

• Project-based contract work aligned to course development timelines.

• Estimated 10-15 hours per week during active development periods (may fluctuate based on project scope and deliverables).

• Participation in virtual meetings, content reviews, and SME advisory discussions as needed.

• Occasional availability during standard business hours for collaboration with the LE3 curriculum and design teams.

• Flexible scheduling with the understanding that deadlines for content development, review cycles, and quality assurance must be met.

National Louis University is deeply committed to serving its community, advancing access and equity, and ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued.  We are dedicated to fostering a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion remain at the core of who we are. These are more than just words to us: they are truly a way of life for the NLU community. We recognize that differences in abilities, age, ethnicity, gender (identity and expression), race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and background bring richness to our work environment. We affirm diverse perspectives, innovative contributions, and authentic presentations of self from every member within the NLU community. We believe inclusion is grounded in the actions we intentionally take each day. Our goal is to inspire and empower NLU employees and community members to cultivate an environment where we collectively focus on uplifting and advancing our institutional culture.

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