LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP, NJ — Cynthia M. Newman, Ph.D., has been appointed the dean of the College of Business Administration (CBA) at Rider University effective June 1, the university announced on Tuesday. Newman has served as interim dean since 2016.



She joined CBA as an adjunct professor in 1992. Since then, she has held many progressive roles, including chair of the Marketing Department, professor of Marketing, associate dean for Graduate Programs and Accreditation and interim dean.

"Cindy has been a valuable member of our CBA team for many years," Rider Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs DonnaJean Fredeen, Ph.D. said. "She has successfully led CBA during the last year, including a comprehensive reaffirmation of accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) in the areas of both business and accounting, a hallmark of excellence that has been earned by less than five percent of the world's business schools.



"I am confident that Cindy is the right leader for CBA, and I look forward to working with her as she continues to lead CBA with her new title of Dean."

Newman is also credited with the revision of CBA's MBA program to 33 credits, as well as the formation and launch of a fully online MBA degree.



She has helped to design and promote three accelerated degree programs, allowing Rider students to complete bachelor and master's degrees in an accelerated timeframe.

"My goal as the new dean of CBA is to be a compassionate, collaborative and creative leader who inspires transformation that leads to fulfilling, impactful personal and professional lives among those with whom I engage," Newman said. "This is a tremendous opportunity, and I am grateful to bring my skills and vision to lead Rider's CBA."



Before joining Rider, Newman was the vice president of Research and Marketing at Institutional Marketing and Communications, Inc., in Newtown, Pa. She earned her bachelor's degree in Economics and master's degree in Business Administration from Rider University. She completed her doctoral degree in Higher Education Administration at the University of Pennsylvania.



Newman is a member of many professional organizations, including the American Marketing Association and Omicron Delta Epsilon. She has received numerous awards for her work, and has been published in many professional business journals.

