James Almeida

James Almeida is the Dean of Silberman College at Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU), appointed in August 2023. He has been a faculty member and part of FDU’s senior leadership for over 25 years, previously serving as associate professor of entrepreneurship, associate dean, and interim dean. His leadership has driven innovative academic initiatives such as the Saturday MBA program, supply chain management and digital marketing degrees, a PharmD MBA option, and the MS accounting program for the Orthodox Jewish community, which has graduated over 1,600 students since 2006.

Education: BS and MMS from the University of Bombay, India; MBA from the University of Louisiana, Monroe; PhD from the University of South Carolina.

Research and leadership focus on business education innovation, healthcare and technology sector partnerships, and AACSB accreditation. He has expanded corporate collaborations through initiatives like the corporate partnership program (launched Fall 2023 with double-digit enrollment growth) and maintains engagement with the Silberman College Advisory Board. His work emphasizes high-impact programs in healthcare, finance, and tech sectors.