Department
Booth Admissions, MBA Programs: Admissions
About the Department
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges.
Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment.
Chicago Booth is proud to claim:
-an unmatched faculty.
-degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents.
-a global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni.
-strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities.
As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University's core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment.
For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/.
Job Summary
As a highly visible member of the MBA Admissions team, the Senior Associate Director will be responsible for recruiting, evaluating, and yielding highly selective candidates for the working professionals MBA Programs. This position reports to the Director of Student Recruitment and Admissions for the working professionals MBA Programs.
Responsibilities
- Develops and maintains relationships with prospective students via phone, zoom, email, walk-in, and in-person meetings throughout the application process for working professionals MBA Programs. Continually improves processes associated with these activities to enhance prospective student satisfaction.
- Recruits qualified prospective students into the working professionals MBA Programs applicant pool by presenting at Booth hosted events including, but not limited to, information sessions, lunch and learns, networking events, dinners/receptions across North America and virtual events. Represents Booth at MBA Fairs and Forums and continues engagement with prospective students from these events.
- Oversees strategies from recruitment through matriculation for the working professionals MBA Programs and implement new ideas to streamline processes and increase the applicant pool. Analyzes data and make recommendations for future initiatives.
- Manages overall yield strategy and management for admitted students across the working professionals MBA Programs. Contributes to new ideas, best practices and efforts to attract and yield top candidates to the working professionals MBA Programs. Provides team with yield guidance and monitor performance.
- Serves as a key member in all aspects of the application review process for the working professionals MBA Programs including evaluating applications, nurturing and maintaining the applicant pools, formulating recommendations on suitability of applicants, releasing decisions, and interviewing candidates as needed.
- Oversees the recruiting, training, and managing of the Evening MBA and Weekend MBA Admissions Committee who represent/support crucial recruiting initiatives and conducts interviews of candidates.
- Leverages data analysis and creativity to guide strategy and decision-making that informs recruitment, evaluation, and yield initiatives. Benchmarks Chicago Booth against similar competitors and makes recommendations on ways to enhance Chicago Booth’s applicant pipeline to the working professionals MBA Programs.
- Serves as key Admissions member working with marketing team on advertising for the working Professionals MBA Programs including campaign management, performance tracking, pipeline development, and process improvement.
- Collaborates with a wide range of Booth stakeholders and departments including London and Hong Kong EMBA teams, Student Life, Academic Services, Career Services, Centers, etc.
- Plays a key leadership role by managing direct reports and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. Ensures high levels of productivity and engagement. Sets clear goals and expectations and provides guidance, feedback, and mentorship.
- Provides expertise to expand outreach messaging via alumni clubs and special events and/or reunions. Maintains updated alumni contact records and cultivates new contacts in appropriate industries. Manages portfolio of prospective students that require special handling.
- Manages regional event programming such as receptions and career trek field trips for students. Works independently to expand outreach to employers in the region.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Experience:
- A minimum five years of professional experience in admissions, higher education, or sales.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Background using Technolutions Slate as an applicant management system.
Preferred Competencies
- Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills.
- Work independently with little supervision; possess a self-motivated disposition; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes, all while achieving key objectives resulting in desired outcomes.
- Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, and persuasion skills.
- Handle multiple detailed tasks/projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines with frequent interruptions.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically with colleagues, as well as with students, faculty and corporate contacts in a multitude of communication methods, including in person, email, and phone.
- Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach.
- Maintain confidentiality.
Working Conditions
- This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Student Affairs & Services
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$70,000.00 - $90,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in theBenefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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