Study Abroad Counsellor

EDUNOM; Khordha; On-site; INR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Edunom in Bhubaneswar seeks a dedicated Study Abroad Counsellor to guide students and families through MBA and MBBS program options abroad. The role covers eligibility checks, university selection, and admission requirements, with daily counselling sessions and meticulous record-keeping.

You will assist in document preparation, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and track deadlines. The ideal candidate has strong English communication, organisational skills, and a patient,

Qualifications

• Strong student counselling and advisory skills aligned to individual profiles.
• Excellent spoken and written English; explain complex admission steps clearly.
• Organized with ability to track timelines and maintain records.
• Basic knowledge of MBA/MBBS admission processes abroad or willingness to learn quickly.
• Proficient with computers and office software; ability to coordinate with stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; education/counselling background is a plus.
• Experience in education consulting or customer-facing roles is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Guide students and families through selecting MBA/MBBS programs abroad.
• Explain eligibility, university and country options, and admission requirements.
• Conduct counselling sessions by phone, email, and in person; maintain records.
• Help prepare application documents and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Provide timely updates on deadlines and procedures; participate in seminars/workshops.
• Support outreach activities and contribute to improving counselling resources.

Skills

Counselling skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Documentation & records

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM or student management systems

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Edunom is a premier guidance consultancy in India with over 18 years of experience supporting students pursuing MBA and MBBS programs, especially abroad. The organization is known for its transparent processes and personalized counselling tailored to each student’s academic background, aspirations, and financial considerations. Edunom focuses on building trust through accurate information, ethical guidance, and long-term student success. Prospective team members join a student-centric environment that values professionalism and clear communication with learners and their families.

Role Description

The Study Abroad Counsellor will work full time on-site at Edunom’s Bhubaneswar office. This role involves guiding students and families through the entire process of selecting suitable MBA and MBBS programs abroad, including understanding eligibility, choosing universities and countries, and clarifying admission requirements. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting counselling sessions, answering queries via phone, email, and in person, and maintaining accurate records of student interactions and application status. The counsellor will help students prepare application documents, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and provide timely updates on deadlines and procedures. The role also includes participating in seminars or workshops, supporting outreach activities, and contributing to continuous improvement of counselling processes and resources.

Qualifications

• Strong student counselling and advisory skills, including the ability to understand academic profiles and career goals and suggest suitable study abroad options.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in clear spoken and written English and the ability to explain complex admission processes in a simple way.
• Organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple students’ cases, track application timelines, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Basic knowledge of MBA and MBBS admission processes abroad, including entrance tests, eligibility criteria, and visa or pre-departure procedures, or a strong willingness to learn quickly.
• Comfort using computers and common office software (email, spreadsheets, presentation tools, CRM or student management systems).
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; a background in education, counselling, management, or related fields is an advantage.
• Prior experience in education consulting, career counselling, or customer-facing roles is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to work in a team, uphold ethical and non-discriminatory counselling practices, and show patience and empathy toward students and families.