Business Development Executive - Chennai

Boston Institute of Analytics; Chennai District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Institute of Analytics (BIA) is seeking a business development executive/academic coordinator at our Anna Nagar, Chennai location to support admissions and academic counseling. You will manage inquiries, schedule sessions, maintain CRM records, and assist with pre-admissions activities, requiring strong coordination and communication.

The role involves collaborating with academic counselors to guide prospective students through the admissions journey.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year in admissions support, academic coordination, BD, or counseling.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with CRM/lead tools preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist academic counselors with inquiries and initial information.
• Schedule counseling sessions and maintain CRM records.
• Coordinate webinars, information sessions, and virtual meetings.
• Prepare reports on inquiries and admissions metrics.
• Follow up with prospective students in a timely manner.
• Engage with students to guide course options and applications.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

Employment Type: Full-time

About Boston Institute of Analytics (BIA)

The Boston Institute of Analytics is one of the top-ranked international education and training institutes, headquartered in Boston, USA, with 107 campuses across 7+ countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, South Africa, and India. BIA delivers industry-leading programs across new-age technical and non-technical disciplines, helping students and professionals build future-ready careers in the world's most in-demand fields. Our programs emphasize practical learning, career-focused training, and global certification pathways, enabling learners to develop the skills required to succeed in competitive global industries.

Role Overview

The Boston Institute of Analytics is looking for a business development executive | academic coordinator to support the admissions and academic counseling process at our Anna Nagar, Chennai, location.

In this role, you will work closely with academic counselors to manage prospective student inquiries, coordinate counseling sessions, maintain CRM records, and assist with pre-admissions activities. The position requires strong coordination, communication, and organizational skills to support students throughout the admissions journey.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Admissions Support

• Assist academic counselors in managing the initial stages of student inquiries.
• Schedule counseling appointments and provide preliminary information about available programs.

Student Engagement

• Interact with prospective students and provide guidance regarding course options, prerequisites, and the application process.
• Counselor Coordination
• Support counselors in preparing for counseling sessions by organizing required materials and student information.

Data Management

• Maintain accurate records of student inquiries, follow-ups, and interactions in the CRM system.

Follow-Ups

• Conduct structured follow-ups with prospective students and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.

Information Sessions & Virtual Meetings

• Assist in organizing webinars, information sessions, and Q&A events for prospective students.

Market Insights

• Collect feedback from prospective students and share insights with the admissions team to improve engagement strategies.

Reporting

• Support preparation of reports related to student inquiries, follow-up activities, and admissions metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in admissions support, academic coordination, business development, or counseling roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with CRM systems or lead management tools is preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Boston Institute of Analytics

• Work with a growing EdTech organization focused on career-oriented learning.
• Gain exposure to admissions operations, student engagement, and EdTech business development.
• Collaborate with a professional team supporting students and working professionals in their learning journeys.

Equal Opportunity Statement

• The Boston Institute of Analytics evaluates applicants based on qualifications, skills, and role requirements and is committed to fair and inclusive hiring practices.