Academic Counsellor (CA, ACCA, CMA)

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Academic Counsellor to guide and support students aspiring to pursue professional courses like CA, ACCA, CMA-India, and CMA-USA. The ideal candidate will have a strong commerce background and excellent interpersonal skills to help students navigate their career pathways and academic decisions effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Student Counselling

• Provide expert guidance to students and parents regarding professional courses like CA, ACCA, CMA-India, and CMA-USA.
• Evaluate students academic backgrounds, interests, and career aspirations to suggest the most suitable programs.
• Address concerns and queries related to program requirements, challenges, and career prospects.

Program Guidance

• Explain program structures, curriculum details, and certification requirements for CA, ACCA, CMA-India, and CMA-USA courses.
• Stay updated on changes in course syllabi, examination policies, and industry trends.

Follow-Up and Conversion

• Engage with prospective students and parents through consistent follow-ups via calls, emails, and one-on-one sessions.
• Ensure timely collection of enrolment documents and fee payments to confirm admissions.

Target Achievement

• Achieve monthly and quarterly enrolment and revenue targets for CA, ACCA, CMA-India, and CMA-USA programs.
• Develop strategies to increase enrolments and align with organizational goals.

Collaboration

• Coordinate with faculty, admissions, and marketing teams to ensure a smooth counselling and enrolment process.
• Participate in webinars, seminars, and educational events to promote programs and connect with prospective students.

Record Maintenance

• Maintain accurate records of student inquiries, counselling sessions, and enrolment data using CRM tools or spreadsheets.
• Provide regular reports and updates on conversion rates and counselling outcomes to management.

Educational Background: Bachelors degree in Commerce or related field.

Experience: Prior experience in telesales, academic counselling, or education sales is an advantage.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport and inspire trust over the phone.
• Goal-driven with strong persuasion and negotiation skills.