Academic Advisor

Academic Advisor Doctorate of Education / Business Administration

Location: Mumbai

Business Unit: upGrad WP International

Experience: 810 Years

Level: Senior Manager / Associate Director

About upGrad

upGrad is Asias leading integrated learning, skilling, workforce development, and placement company. Founded in 2015, upGrad offers online and hybrid degrees, study abroad programs, certifications, bootcamps, and doctoral programs for working professionals.

With 10M+ learners across 100+ countries, 300+ global university partners, and 20,000+ recruitment partners, upGrad continues to empower professionals to achieve career success through high-impact education.

Role Overview

We are looking for an Academic Advisor to support and guide learners enrolled in the Doctorate of Education (EdD) and Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) programs.

This role involves academic advising, research guidance, content oversight, and collaboration with faculty to ensure a high-quality doctoral learning experience for working professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Advising

• Monitor student progress through a data-driven advising approach
• Conduct 1:1 and group counseling sessions with students
• Identify academic challenges and provide appropriate support resources
• Address academic queries via calls, email, or discussion forums
• Guide learners in research methodologies and doctoral journey

Content Management

• Manage and review doctoral program content to ensure accuracy and alignment with curriculum
• Develop learning materials such as syllabi, assignments, and grading rubrics
• Conduct quality checks for assignments, projects, and live sessions

Curriculum & Instruction

• Provide expert input on curriculum development and instructional design
• Ensure program relevance and alignment with academic standards

Live Sessions & Workshops

• Conduct live sessions, lectures, and workshops on:
• Research methodology
• Quantitative & qualitative research
• Data analysis and academic writing
• Evaluate the quality of live sessions based on predefined parameters

Collaboration

• Work closely with faculty, academic teams, and internal stakeholders
• Assist in reviewing and interviewing potential dissertation support staff
• Stay updated with trends and best practices in online higher education

Candidate Requirements

Experience

• 810 years of academic experience, preferably in doctoral programs
• Experience in guiding M.Phil / PhD dissertations
• Strong background in research methodologies and academic advising

Research Expertise

• Strong knowledge of:
• Quantitative & qualitative research methodologies
• Research design and academic writing
• Data analysis techniques

Tools

Experience with research tools such as:

• R Commander
• Smart PLS

Education

• PhD / DBA in Management, Education, or related fields

Preferred:

• Experience working in higher education or online learning environments
• Certifications in instructional design or academic advising

Key Skills

• Academic advising & mentoring
• Research methodology expertise
• Curriculum development
• Strong communication & presentation skills
• Analytical thinking & problem solving
• Stakeholder collaboration
• Proficiency with online learning platforms

Diversity & Inclusion

At upGrad, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and ensure equal opportunity employment based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.