Business Development Executive - India
Summary of Role
Increase and grow the students and members population in Mumbai by promoting CIMA’s qualification, products and services in line with CIMA’s global and regional business plan and strategy
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Engage and partner with corporations in promoting CIMA qualification, products and services to their employees.
Drive universities’ and general market’s activities in Mumbai to achieve CIMA’s KPIs in line with long-term strategy .
Work closely with the Line Manager to implement the market development strategies and plans across the organisation as necessary.
Identify new business opportunities and build strong business relationship with relevant stakeholders.
Pitch to potential universities including deans and senior lecturers as well as the general market through understanding the key business and CIMA’s added value to the organisation.
Devise business development strategies with major universities and general market for student recruitment through delivering CIMA’s products and services.
Organize student recruitment activities to increase students numbers and achieve targets.
Promote CIMA to potential students and ensure CIMA is the choice of professional qualification for students to pursue their career in Management Accountancy.
Work closely with Member Services Department/Members for student conversion and grow membership base in Western region of India.
Deliver career services across schools, higher educational institutes, colleges and universities to raise CIMA’s profile and increase brand awareness among students.
Identify the underperforming areas and proposes continuous improvement plan as effective business solution to fit the business needs.
Ensure all tuition providers and universities are supported to promote and the delivery of qualification with increased student progression rates.
Ensure to retain our students and their fulfilment in line with the stated objectives thus delivering high student satisfaction rates.
Review and maintains top accounts list in Client Relationship Management (CRM) system
Conduct analysis of on-going market and competitors to gauge positioning of CIMA in the market
Any other relevant responsibilities as required.
Display CIMA behaviours at all times.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Persuasive and influencing skills
Excellent presentation skills
Strong leadership skills - inspire and lead a team
Problem-solving skills - develop and implement solution across CIMA’s team and third parties
Able to deploy a range of communication skills - diplomacy, active listening and clear articulation
Able to work under pressure and meet tight datelines
Able to work independently as well as in a team
High level of Initiative – a strong self-starter
High work ethic and targets-oriented
Good IT skills
Required Experience, Qualifications & Education
Minimum diploma or degree in Business Administration, Marketing or any equivalent field
At least 2-4 year(s) working experiences in Business Development
Experienced in education industry and selling “careers” to students & corporates in is an added advantage
Preferred Experience, Qualifications & Education
Proven in advanced level of consultative sales experience
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.