Founded in 1922, the D'Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University offers a unique model of business education that purposely blends innovative classroom learning with real-world business application. At the undergraduate level, both the BS in Business Administration and the BS in International Business programs offer students the opportunity to develop into highly motivated business leaders. Graduate students and corporate learners can choose from a portfolio of graduate certificates, MBA, and MS programs designed to enable motivated professionals to accelerate their careers. The university is committed to embedding a global mindset into these programs, as well as in its research and outreach activities.
Job summary:
The Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions is a member of the Recruiting and Admissions Team and has responsibility for admissions pipeline process and activities (driving inquiries to application) for programs in the Graduate School of Business Administration (GSBA) including the Full-Time MBA, Part-Time MBA, MS Finance/MBA, Specialty Masters (Business Analytics, Finance, Management, International Management), Graduate Certificates and others.
The Assistant Director will participate in creating pipeline activity and executing pipeline support activities (using Slate, Business CAS/WebAdmit, Salesforce and other database management systems) that include regular communication with inquiry/lead populations and applicants.
Responsibilities:
Reviews applications, makes recommendations for admission to the Admissions Committee
Communicates decisions to applicants including wait list status and scholarship decisions.
Interviews candidates.
Tracks decisions and updates applicant records in the CRM and admissions systems.
Plans and implements recruiting and yield events for admitted candidates
Represents the D'Amore-McKim School of Business at recruiting activities such as general information sessions and program-specific sessions (on- and off-campus, virtual) which may include corporate on-site visits and information sessions, MBA/MS fairs and forums, and NU-hosted events.
Recruits and coordinates student and alumni ambassadors.
Other assignments as needed.
The local MBA, MS and Graduate Certificate program markets are extremely competitive. Aggressive and consistent admissions efforts paired with data-informed strategies are essential to increase the quantity and quality of prospective candidates, applicants, admitted, and enrolled students. The DMSB is committed to raising visibility by improving its position in the business school rankings. The Assistant Director's efforts will be critical in this regard.
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required, MBA or graduate degree in higher education administration preferred. At least three years' experience with preference given to candidates who have experience in MBA and/or MS admissions and recruiting. Expertise in overseeing and managing database systems. Candidates must demonstrate a professional presence and maturity along with leadership in dealing with a variety of audiences, external and internal to the university. Excellent interpersonal, oral presentation, and written communication skills are critical for success. Expertise in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and database management and other technological support resources. Ability to synthesize and interpret data to inform decision-making on recruitment, admissions, and yield strategies.
Strong project management/organizational skills with attention to detail, commitment to quality, and ability to balance multiple demands from demanding constituencies. Creativity, positive can-do attitude, flexibility, initiative, and ability to function effectively as member of a team. Responsive to feedback and committed to continuous improvement. Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally and work evenings and weekends as required.
Documents to Submit:
Cover Letter Resume
Position Type Enrollment
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
Position Type
Enrollment
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern is a leader in worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. Our broad mix of experience-based education programs?our signature cooperative education program, as well as student research, service learning, and global learning?build the connections that enable students to transform their lives. The University offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools.
