What position did he hold at SAIT Polytechnic?

• A. Dean of Health Sciences
• B. Academic Chair
• C. Program Director
• D. Clinical Coordinator

Answer: (B)

Understanding how leadership roles in postsecondary institutions differ in scope helps explain why this title fits. An Academic Chair is the person who leads the academic side of a department, overseeing curriculum development, coordinating faculty, managing course scheduling, and ensuring program quality and accreditation. This role sits at the department level and acts as the main link to the dean’s office, focusing on academic standards and day-to-day scholarly operations. That focus matches a description of someone who steered the department’s scholarly and curricular work at SAIT Polytechnic.

In contrast, a Dean oversees a broader division or college, a Program Director concentrates on a specific program’s operations and outcomes, and a Clinical Coordinator handles clinical placements and practicum logistics for students. So the duties described align best with the academic leadership of a department, making Academic Chair the most fitting choice.