Nanyang Business School
SeniorExecutive,PhDProgrammeAdministrationandStudentExperience
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“Senior Executive, PhD Programme Administration and Student Experience at Nanyang Business School. Skills: Programme Administration, Student Experience, Admissions, Scholarships. Support PhD recruitment activities. Support outreach initiatives”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure smooth programme operations; Ensure accurate records; Ensure timely delivery of services
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Recognised degree in Business Administration, Experience in higher education administration, Experience in programme management, Experience in similar operational role, Organisational skills, Attention to detail, Documentation accuracy, Good communication skills, Stakeholder coordination skills, Manage multiple priorities, Manage complex workflows, Work within tight timelines, Meticulous, Responsible, Service-oriented, Resilient, Adaptable
What You'll Do.
Support PhD recruitment activities
Support outreach initiatives
Support administrative processes
Support procurement processes
Manage PhD admissions administration
Manage scholarship administration
Coordinate with academic units
Provide student administration support
Support candidature administration
Support student activities
Assist with academic administration
Assist with programme administration
Manage progress reporting
Manage supervision records
Manage committee records
Manage internal defences
Support PhD convocation planning
Support PhD convocation administration
Administer inbound exchange programmes
Administer outbound exchange programmes
Administer PhD exchange programmes
Administer Non-Graduating Non-Exchange students
Maintain accurate programme records
Maintain documentation
Support financial matters
Support operational matters
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working closely with faculty; Working closely with PhD students; Working closely with central offices
Communication Scope
Good communication skills; Stakeholder coordination skills
Full Job Description
As one of Asia’s premier business schools and part of Nanyang Technological University (NTU)—a globally recognised, research‑intensive university—Nanyang Business School provides the intellectual depth, academic rigour, and institutional support needed for a successful research career. Joining the NBS Research & PhD Office means being at the heart of a doctoral programme in one of Asia’s leading business schools. The NBS PhD Programme supports a vibrant, internationally diverse community of researchers working closely with world-class faculty on high-impact business and management research. As part of the administrative team, you will play a meaningful role in shaping the PhD experience—from admissions and onboarding to academic milestones and graduation—contributing directly to the success of future academics and thought leaders. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating environment where your coordination, judgement, and organisational skills make a visible and lasting impact. The incumbent will provide end‑to‑end administrative and programme support for the Nanyang Business School (NBS) PhD Programme. The role supports key areas including PhD admissions and scholarships, student lifecycle administration, academic and programme coordination, and convocation‑related processes. Working closely with faculty members, PhD students, and central administrative offices, the incumbent ensures smooth programme operations, accurate records, and timely delivery of services in accordance with university policies and procedures. **Key Responsibilities include:** * Supporting PhD recruitment activities, outreach initiatives, and related administrative and procurement processes. * Managing PhD admissions and scholarship administration, including application processing, coordination with academic units, and issuance of offers. * Providing student administration support across the PhD lifecycle, including onboarding, orientation, candida
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