Online Course Facilitator - Business Studies

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 165,000 - 276,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Fully remote position

Flexible working hours

Experience with international student体

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Online Course Facilitator for Business Studies to guide students through online modules, foster engagement in discussions, and provide timely feedback on assessments in a fully remote setting.

The ideal candidate has an MBA or related master's degree, proven online teaching experience, and strong communication skills. Proficiency with LMS tools and the ability to work with an international student body are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a business-related field is required.
• Proven experience in teaching or facilitating business courses online.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for online engagement.
• Proficiency with LMS and online collaboration tools is expected.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate asynchronous online discussions and encourage student interaction.
• Grade assignments, quizzes, and assessments with timely feedback.
• Respond to student queries via email, forums, and virtual office hours.
• Monitor progress and engagement; provide targeted support as needed.
• Contribute to ongoing improvement of course content and delivery methods.

Skills

Online teaching experience

Business concepts knowledge

Communication skills

LMS proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

LMS (Learning Management Systems)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and engaging Online Course Facilitator specializing in Business Studies to join their remote team. This position involves guiding students through online learning modules, fostering active participation in discussion forums, and providing timely feedback on assignments and assessments. You will play a key role in creating a positive and effective virtual learning environment, helping students develop a strong understanding of business principles and practices. The ideal candidate is passionate about business education, possesses excellent communication and facilitation skills, and thrives in a flexible, fully remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate asynchronous online discussions, encouraging student interaction and critical thinking.
• Grade assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, providing constructive and timely feedback.
• Respond to student queries and provide academic support via email, discussion forums, and virtual office hours.
• Monitor student progress and engagement, intervening when necessary to provide additional support.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of online course content and delivery methods.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Business Management, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in teaching or facilitating business-related courses online.
• Excellent understanding of core business concepts and current industry trends.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage students effectively online.
• Proficiency with learning management systems (LMS) and online collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate for facilitation and grading duties.
• Fully remote position with flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse, international student body.
• Gain valuable experience in online adult education.
• Be part of an innovative and growing online education provider.