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Miami Business School ( MBS ) is a comprehensive business school, offering undergraduate business, full-time MBA, Executive MBA, MS , PhD and non-degree executive education programs . One of 12 colleges and schools at the University of Miami, the Business School is a major hub of international trade and commerce and acclaimed for the global orientation and diversity of its faculty, students, and curriculum . The school delivers programs at its main campus in Coral Gables, Florida as well as at other locations across the state and abroad.
Miami Business School is currently seeking an Assistant Director , Graduate Program s, to oversee enrollment to a portfolio of graduate business programs . Under the guidance of the Associate Director of Admissions , the incumbent will be responsible for representin g the University of Miami Business School in all facets of recruiting, admissions and engagement .
The Assistant Director, Graduate Programs recruits qualified students for admission to the school in accordance with applicable internal and external policies and regulations. Moreover, the Assistant Director oversees the enrollment of target populations in programs offered by the institution.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Explain educational programs, expected outcomes, student services, and financial considerations to current undergraduate students, parents, and prospective graduate students .
M ake prompt and effective contact with inquiries and redirect unqualified candidates.
Nurture interested applicants over their entire decision journey, carefully understanding their preferences and guiding them towards appropriate options in the school’s program portfolio.
Schedule and conduct interviews and pursue qualified candidates for enrollment .
F orecast projected new students on a periodic basis for senior managing staff.
Understand the program’s target audience and effectively articulate programs’ value proposition .
Conduct follow-up meetings with all applicants to ensure successful matriculation.
Review applications to graduate business programs and provide feedback within Slate CRM.
Develop, lead, and participate in recrui tment and enrollment events and activities.
Travel occasionally to graduate fairs, conferences and colleges to attract prospective applicants to graduate programs .
Maintains exceptional customer service to internal stakeholders and prospective candidates .
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor's degree in a related field required
Master's degree preferred
A combination of relevant experience and education may be considered.
Certification and Licensing:
Not Applicable
Experience:
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form .
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to handle completing priorities and projects.
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM
Department Specific Functions
Assist prospective students (via e-mail, phone, virtual information sessions, walk-ins, scheduled appointments and/or recruiting events) with inquiries and provide insights about our graduate business programs, which include: Full-Time MBA (including MBA dual-degree programs and an Accelerated MBA program), Professional and Executive MBA programs, and specialized master's programs based in Miami .
Establish best practices to recruit prospective students in order to deliver high-quality g raduate level…