Shruthi Kittur
Manager - Student Recruitment Executive MBA
Dubai
Summary
Professional Summary
Sales and Marketing professional with over 9 years of experience in driving student recruitment and client engagement within competitive markets, delivering consistent year-over-year revenue growth. Known for strategic thinking, relationship-building, and strong negotiation skills, with a record of exceeding sales targets. Proficient in CRM systems, data analytics, and digital marketing tools.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Manager - Student Recruitment (Executive MBA)
SP Jain School of Global Management
Dubai, UAE
12.2022 - Current
- Revenue Growth: Achieved annual revenue of 4 million AED, contributing to a team total of 13 million AED through successful student recruitment across multiple regions.
- Student Enrollment: Consistently exceeded enrollment targets, growing UAE enrollments by 5-7% per intake, and expanded recruitment reach by 3-5% in new international markets.
- Diversity Initiatives: Increased cohort diversity by recruiting from major corporate (e.g., ABB, Google, Amazon), achieving representation across multiple industries and nationalities.
- Market Strategy & Analysis: Conducted targeted market research, refining audience demographics to increase lead quality and conversion rates.
- Events & Networking: Spearheaded networking events within and beyond UAE, enhancing program visibility and cultivating corporate partnerships.
- Team Leadership: Managed a cross-functional team, providing mentorship, and delivering data-driven insights to support senior management decision-making.
Assistant Manager - Student Recruitment (EMBA)
SP Jain School of Global Management
Dubai, UAE
09.2019 - 12.2022
- Applicant Preparedness: Facilitated applicant readiness for admissions interviews, boosting acceptance rates and aligning with program standards.
- Marketing Campaigns: Executed multi-channel marketing campaigns (social media, email, online ads), driving significant upticks in applicant engagement.
- Competitive Analysis: Conducted ongoing competitor analysis to adjust strategies and enhance competitive positioning in the executive education market.
Admissions Manager
Global Indian International School
Abu Dhabi, UAE
12.2014 - 03.2019
- Admissions & Sales Leadership: Managed school admissions, leading enrollment efforts that supported an expanding student base and contributed to year-over-year revenue growth.
- Operational Efficiency: Established streamlined processes for applicant tracking and fee collection in collaboration with the finance team.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivated relationships with prospective and current parents, increasing retention and referral rates through effective campus tours and value demonstrations.
- Team Development: Played a foundational role in onboarding and training new admissions staff, enhancing team capabilities and ensuring alignment with school objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) - Computer Science, Engineering
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Academic Project (Final Major Project): RFID Based Automation for Library Management
- Academic Project (Mini Project): Karnataka Tourism Guide (basically tourism website)
MBA - Executive MBA
03.2024 - Current
Skills
Operations Management
Product and service knowledge
Cost Reduction
Business Development
Sales Strategies
Sales Reporting
Business Analysis
Data Analysis
Employee Training
Marketing Management
Collaborate cross-functionally
Client Relationship Management
Negotiation
Sales Management
Strategic Management
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/13/90
- Driving License: Valid UAE Driving License
- Marital Status: Married
- Visa Status: U.A. E Residence Visa (Husband Sponsorship)
References
References available upon request.
Languages
English, Hindi and Kannada
Travelledto
United States, U.A.E, U.K., Russia, Mauritius, Thailand, Oman, Maldives, Qatar
Work Availability
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Interests
Cyclist
Playing Chess
Timeline
S P Jain School of Global Management - MBA, Executive MBA
03.2024 - Current
Manager - Student Recruitment (Executive MBA) - SP Jain School of Global Management
12.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager - Student Recruitment (EMBA) - SP Jain School of Global Management
09.2019 - 12.2022
Admissions Manager - Global Indian International School
12.2014 - 03.2019
SDM College of Engineering And Technology - Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Computer Science, Engineering
01.2008 - 01.2012