Travel Study Programs Manager

University of California, Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Los Angeles explores the Travel Study Program by providing programmatic and contractual support, analyzing enrollment and revenue, and coordinating with faculty, campus partners, vendors, and Study Abroad teams to implement and sustain Travel Study initiatives.

The role includes advising students on selection, eligibility and costs, managing logistics, and ensuring compliance with university policies and best practices.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of travel planning and contract negotiations or equivalent.
• Knowledge of study abroad field, program development and student services.
• Program and project management across multiple complex programs with deadlines.
• Financial and quantitative skills for budgets, enrollment, revenue and expenses.
• Experience with travel planning, vendor relationships and contract coordination.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex policies and requirements clearly.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for varied audiences.
• Interpersonal advising to diverse students, staff and partners.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Maintain and analyze program data and handle confidential information.
• Working knowledge of university purchasing, contracting, risk management, financial administration and student services.
• Willingness to travel and work on campus 1–3 days per week.

Skills

Travel planning

Contract negotiations

Study abroad knowledge

Program management

Analytical thinking

Budgeting & revenue analysis

Vendor relationships

Policy interpretation

Communication skills

Interpersonal advising

Independent work

Data privacy & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or counseling

Job description

University of California, Los Angeles explores the Travel Study Program by providing programmatic and contractual support, analyzing enrollment and revenue, and coordinating with faculty, campus partners, vendors, and Study Abroad teams to implement and sustain Travel Study initiatives.

The role includes advising students on selection, eligibility and costs, managing logistics, and ensuring compliance with university policies and best practices.