Academic Counsellors

Sterling Study Abroad; Kozhikode district; On-site; INR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Study Abroad is seeking an Academic Counsellor in India to guide students and parents in selecting suitable academic programs, courses, and career pathways. You will counsel prospective students, handle enquiries, support admissions, and strive to achieve enrolment targets.

Ideal candidates will maintain regular communication with applicants, assist with application forms and documentation, and coordinate with internal teams during the admissions process.

Qualifications

• Counsel students and parents regarding available courses, programs and opportunities.
• Explain admission procedures, eligibility, and fees.
• Manage enquiries via phone, WhatsApp, email, and walk-ins.
• Support admissions process and achieve enrolment targets.
• Coordinate with academic and admissions teams.

Responsibilities

• Counsel students and parents regarding courses and opportunities.
• Understand student backgrounds and goals to guide choices.
• Provide information on eligibility, fees, duration, and admission steps.
• Handle enquiries via phone, WhatsApp, email, and in person.
• Follow up with prospects to convert enquiries into admissions.
• Maintain records of counselling sessions and admissions.

Skills

Academic counselling

Student guidance

Communication

Enquiries handling

Admissions coordination

Job description

Job Description – Academic Counsellor

Job Title: Academic Counsellor

Department: Admissions / Student Counselling

Location: Calicut, Kochi, Edappal, Trivandrum, Banglore

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated and student-focused Academic Counsellor to guide students and parents in selecting suitable academic programs, courses, and career pathways. The candidate will be responsible for counselling prospective students, handling enquiries, supporting the admissions process, and achieving enrolment targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Counsel students and parents regarding available courses, programs, and academic opportunities.
• Understand students' educational background, interests, and career goals.
• Provide accurate information about course eligibility, fees, duration, admission procedures, and career opportunities.
• Handle enquiries through phone calls, WhatsApp, email, and walk-in enquiries.
• Follow up with prospective students and convert enquiries into admissions.
• Maintain regular communication with students throughout the admission process.
• Assist students with application forms, documentation, and admission formalities.
• Maintain accurate records of counselling sessions, enquiries, and admissions.
• Achieve assigned counselling and admission targets.
• Coordinate with academic, admissions, and other internal teams.
• Participate in education fairs, seminars, workshops, and promotional activities when required.
• Stay updated on courses, admission requirements, educational trends, and career opportunities.