Head of Institutional Partnerships and Outreach

Company Description MB Learning enhances global education by offering immersive, short-term international programs for Indian students. These programs focus on areas such as Business, AI, Business Analytics, Finance, and Economics, and are delivered in partnership with leading international universities. The learning experiences are designed to be hands-on, providing practical exposure to global academic and professional environments. By aligning academic learning with industry demands, MB Learning helps students develop relevant skills and competencies needed to succeed in a global economy.

Role Description The Head of Institutional Partnerships and Outreach will lead the development and management of strategic relationships with universities, schools, and other educational institutions in India and abroad. This full-time, on-site role based in Mumbai involves identifying potential partners, negotiating collaboration agreements, and overseeing program integration with institutional stakeholders. The role includes designing outreach strategies, coordinating events and information sessions, and representing MB Learning at conferences and meetings. The individual will work closely with internal teams to align partnership objectives with program development, marketing, and student recruitment goals, while tracking performance metrics and reporting on partnership outcomes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in institutional partnerships, business development, or higher education collaborations, preferably in international education or related sectors.
• Strong relationship-management and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trust and long-term collaborations across diverse institutions.
• Proficiency in outreach strategy, networking, and public speaking, including leading presentations, workshops, and events for academic and industry audiences.
• Capability in project planning, coordination, and execution, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in additional languages commonly used in Indian educational contexts is an advantage.
• Analytical and negotiation skills to evaluate partnership opportunities, structure agreements, and track impact using qualitative and quantitative metrics.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, with a collaborative mindset and a strong commitment to learner-centric and inclusive practices.
• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Education Management, International Relations, Marketing, or a related field; international exposure or study experience is a plus.