Instructor in Management

University of Southern California

Institution: University of Southern California (USC), Sol Price School of Public Policy
Department: Public Policy and Management
Location: Los Angeles, California
Position Type: Part-time, Adjunct
Term: Spring 2026

Course Overview

PPD 407 – Financial Management of Public and Non-Profit Organizations
Topics include:

  • Time value of money

  • Risk management

  • Government bonds and tax-exempt financing

  • Cost of capital

  • Budgeting

  • Financial statement analysis

  • Working capital management

Qualifications

  • Required: Ph.D. in public policy, political science, law, or related field

  • Considered: Master’s degree with significant relevant experience

  • Prior teaching experience and strong teaching evaluations preferred

Responsibilities

  • Deliver course content and instruction

  • Schedule and hold office hours

  • Be accessible to students

  • Grade assignments and exams

  • Provide a syllabus outlining course goals, schedule, and requirements under Department Chair guidance

Compensation

  • Hourly rate: $29.06 – $38.89/hr

Application Materials

  • Letter of interest

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Sample syllabus (one or more)

  • Sample teaching evaluations (one or more sets)

Apply Here: USC Careers Posting

Posting Reference: REQ20168310
Posted Date: 10/09/2025

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