Academics cum Admissions Manager

Role Summary

Academics cum Admissions Manager

Success in this position looks like:

• Seamless academic operations aligned with global music education standards.
• Increased student admissions through effective outreach and engagement.
• A well-coordinated academic community with active student-faculty interaction.
• Strong institutional relationships with the music industry and international partners.

This role is central to maintaining SAM’s reputation as a premier destination for music education and ensuring continuous academic and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Operations

• Coordinate with academic heads to implement semester schedules, curriculum plans, and faculty allocation.
• Monitor academic progress, assessments, and faculty deliverables to ensure high-quality learning outcomes.
• Facilitate student evaluations, academic records management, and feedback mechanisms.
• Organize and oversee events such as Open Mic Nights, workshops, and showcases.

Admissions & Outreach

• Develop and manage the student admissions pipeline from inquiry to enrollment.
• Execute domestic and international outreach campaigns in coordination with marketing teams.
• Conduct information sessions, campus tours, webinars, and counseling sessions for prospective students.
• Maintain updated reports, CRM records, and analytics on application trends and conversion rates.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with faculty and visiting artists to enhance curriculum delivery.
• Build and maintain partnerships with music institutions, event organizers, and recruitment agencies.
• Support internship, placement, and co-certification opportunities through industry engagement.

Qualifications

• Education

  : Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Music, Performing Arts, Education Management, or Business.

• Experience

  : 6–10 years in academic administration or student admissions; experience in a music/arts/creative education environment preferred.

• Skills

  :
• Strong organizational and leadership capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in admissions CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to work cross-culturally with international faculty and students.

• Other

  :
• A passion for music and creative education is essential.
• Familiarity with global academic models (e.g., Berklee, Trinity, ABRSM) is a plus.