Elms College has appointed Benjamin Sullivan as director of MBA and graduate programs and assistant professor, bringing to the role more than 15 years of experience across higher education, finance, accounting, and business development.
In his new role, Sullivan will provide leadership and oversight for graduate business education at Elms while teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in accounting, taxation, entrepreneurship, and other business disciplines. He will help guide the continued growth and development of the college’s Master of Business Administration program, which offers flexible courses to support students as many are pursuing their degree while working full-time.
Sullivan brings a breadth of professional and academic experience to Elms. Prior to joining the college in this leadership role, he built a distinguished career in both corporate and entrepreneurial settings. His professional background includes serving as controller and vice president at Michael’s Party Rentals, vice president of business development for The Stepping Stones Group’s Autism and Community Division, and co-founder, chief financial and operating officer of New England ABA, a fast-growing provider of Applied Behavioral Analysis services.
“Elms College’s MBA program aims to always look beyond the horizon in this rapidly changing business environment in order to remain relevant for students and employers; we are thrilled to welcome Benjamin Sullivan to lead this great program,” said Dr. Harry Dumay.
Sullivan earned a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in accounting from Fitchburg State University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Suffolk University. His teaching and professional interests include accounting, taxation, entrepreneurship, operations management, financial reporting, and organizational leadership.
“I am excited for the opportunity we have in front of us to build on the strong history of academic excellence and positive impact on our community at Elms College. I look forward to working with the faculty and staff to help bring a positive impact to our students,” Sullivan said.
At Elms, Sullivan will work closely with graduate business students to bring classroom concepts to life through practical application and industry-informed instruction. His combination of academic leadership, entrepreneurial success, and extensive business experience positions him to strengthen the MBA program and support students.
“The Elms College MBA and Business graduate programs are designed to prepare business professionals to be leaders in their field; each professional is mentored to develop their skills and reach their goal for success,” said Dr. Joyce Hampton, vice president of academic affairs.
Elms College’s MBA program is designed to help students build advanced business knowledge and leadership skills while balancing the demands of work and life. The program offers flexible options for working professionals, with classes available online, on campus, or through a combination of both formats. Evening classes further support students who are managing graduate study alongside full-time careers and personal commitments.
For more information about the MBA program at Elms College, visit elms.edu/graduate-studies/master-of-business-administration.