Graduate Program Advisor

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 55,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

University of North Carolina at Greensboro is seeking a Graduate Academic Advisor to join the Bryan School of Business and Economics. The role focuses on advising MBA students and online learners, improving retention, and supporting time-to-degree objectives for the MBA program and affiliated certificates.

The advisor will manage online and on-campus caseloads, support recruitment activities, and coordinate study abroad programming and MBA 745 planning in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution with experience in student success initiatives in a higher education setting.
Experience working with diverse populations in a higher education setting.
Experience in academic advising or related services to support student success and retention.

Responsibilities

Advise a graduate student workload including on-campus and online students.
Meet with prospective AMP and Dual Registration students.
Plan study abroad programming and MBA 745 course planning.
Present at recruiting events and engage students early in recruitment.
Maintain MBA advising resources webpage and Canvas onboarding.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Technology-enhanced advising

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Ellucian Banner

Canvas

Job description

Position Number

997943

Functional Title

Graduate Program Advisor

Position Type

Staff

Position Eclass

EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning

University Information

Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

In the Bryan School of Business & Economics, we create and disseminate knowledge about the theory and practice of business. In addition to our courses and research, we accomplish this through hands-on projects, global experiences, and outreach to the community. Our work produces principled leaders and exceptional problem solvers who have a global perspective, an innovative mindset, a broad understanding of sustainability, and a commitment to improve the organizations in which they work and the communities in which they live.

Position Summary

The Graduate Academic Advisor position is a permanent position that will report to the Administrative Director of Graduate Programs in the Bryan School of Business and Economics. The primary areas of responsibility will be to serve as a Graduate Program Advisor and contribute to improved retention, time-to-degree, and student satisfaction outcomes for students in the MBA Program and its affiliated certificates.

Manage advising caseload reflective of current MBA enrollments
Manage online student engagement
Manage professional development programming
Participate in recruitment activities and advise prospective students interested in the Accelerated Masters Program and the Dual Registration track
Serve as chapter advisor for Beta Gamma Sigma honor society, and Spartan Women in Business
Manage study abroad programming and course (MBA 745) planning
Plan events like Beta Gamma Sigma ceremony, Graduation networking celebrations etc. Support orientation events
Support Graduate Programs Office Operations
Other duties as assigned

Employee attributes needed for success in this role

Ability to multi-task and balance multiple priorities or projects in a fast-paced work environment
Willingness to embrace innovative advising practices using technologies.
Demonstrated ability to participate in a team environment and to make a positive contribution toward the mission and vision of the organization.
Adept at interacting with others in a professional and collaborative manner.
Excellent leadership skills and ability to manage sizeable projects, delegating when appropriate.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution and experience contributing to student success initiatives in a higher education setting.
Proven experience working with diverse populations in a higher education setting.
Experience working within the field of academic advising or in developing and implementing services/initiatives to support students’ success, and retention.

Preferred Qualifications

Higher Education experience working with graduate students/programs, especially with online or adult learners.
Proficient computer skills (MS Office, Ellucian BANNER), and Canvas.

Recruitment Range

$50,000 - $55,000

Org # - Department

MBA Office - 11808

Job Open Date

07/31/2026

For Best Consideration Date

08/21/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

FTE

1.000

Type of Appointment

Permanent

Number of Months per Year

FLSA

Exempt

Percentage Of Time

70%

Advising and Program Support

Essential Tasks

Advise assigned load of graduate students – a mix of on-campus and online students.
Meet with and advise prospective AMP and Dual Registration students.
Manage study abroad programming and course (MBA 745) planning.
Present at recruiting events and connect with students early in the recruitment stage.
Maintain accuracy and currency of MBA Advising and resources webpage and student onboarding org in Canvas in support of advising outcomes.

Student Engagement and Professional Development

Essential Tasks

Programming to support and engage all online MBA students both early career and experienced track.
Manage programming for early career MBA students’ professional development (peer ambassador program, workshops, other non-curricular support).
Serve as chapter advisor for Beta Gamma Sigma honor society, Spartan Women in Business, and any other forthcoming graduate student chapter.
Manage graduate student professional development funding process and tracking.

Event Operations

Essential Tasks

Plan and execute BGS chapter recognition ceremony.
Plan and execute graduation celebration.
Other student engagement events as needed.

Program Operations

Essential Tasks

Maintain master records for capstone course, internship placements, etc.
Support office operations in the areas of purchasing, room reservations, syllabi collection, and monitoring general MBA inbox.

Physical Effort

Reading - F, Writing - F, Vision-Visual inspection - O, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Standing - O, Sitting - F

Work Environment

Inside - C

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