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Kalaivani Aranan

Summary

Dynamic Assistant Manager of Academic Affairs with a strong passion for educational excellence. Proven ability to streamline academic processes, implement innovative solutions, and foster a positive learning environment. Exceptional interpersonal skills, adept at collaborating with diverse stakeholders and building productive relationships. A detail-oriented professional committed to driving academic success and facilitating a seamless educational experience.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager of Academic Affairs

ESSEC Business School
09.2017 - 06.2023

1. Program Management:

  • Overall responsibility of the program delivery on APAC campus, including academic year preparation, class scheduling, examination, jury session, all other activities relating to the program.
  • Collaborating with Academic Directors for a successful preparation and delivery of the program
  • Course Scheduling: Prepare / validate program schedules for approval. Follow through in the class scheduling system used in ESSEC: system entry, classroom booking, maintaining and communicating changes

2. Students-related:

  • Supervision of program – including induction, student attendance monitoring & communication, examination coordination & communication, grades data-entry, and relaying general student announcements
  • Collecting, analyzing, and proposing action plans based on students' feedback
  • Maintain students' records
  • Basic student care, supporting students' mental and physical well-being

3. Coordinating with counterparts in other ESSEC campuses to ensure program rules alignment.

4. Curriculum-related events: Orientation/Seminars/Workshop/Program-specific events

  • Be responsible for the smooth coordination and execution of the planned activities with seamless logistical and administrative arrangements. Where required, source for vendors and confirm bookings, respecting finance processes
  • Assist in travel claims/reimbursement/payment

5. Finance process for program expenses:

  • Consolidate and update program expenses and maintaining the shared master database.
  • Raise program related purchase requests on procurement system

6. Other program-related support:

  • Set up/Coordinate Teleconference / virtual meetings with counterparts in Singapore or other global campuses, collaboration with International IT Department
  • Minutes-taking, filing, general house-keeping of stationeries
  • Preparing / updating deck presentations and program website.
  • Supervision of team members.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations

Senior Program Executive of Academic Affairs

ESSEC Business School
11.2014 - 09.2017

1. Course Scheduling:

  • Guided by the Program Manager, prepare approved program schedules in the class scheduling system used in ESSEC: system entry, classroom booking, maintaining and communicating changes

2. Students-related:

  • Checking of student admission documents,
  • Arranging admission interviews online and face to face.
  • Managing student pass application and cancellations
  • Managing students P-files including opening and closing of P-files
  • Liaise with parents on admission matters.
  • Prepare student contracts.
  • Supervision of program – including induction, student attendance monitoring & communication, course registration, examination coordination & communication, grades data-entry, and relaying general student announcements.
  • Provide student support in personal and practical matters.
  • Maintain students' records, in consultation with Program Manager

3. Support teaching staff:

  • Program-related support for Professors / external lecturers, including contractual documentation
  • Under the guidance of the Program Manager, coordinate and execute the planned activities, and setup of venue, to ensure smooth logistical and administrative arrangements.
  • Where required, source for vendors and confirm bookings, respecting finance processes

4. Finance process for program expenses:

  • Consolidate and update program expenses, where relevant.
  • Raise program related purchase requests on procurement system

5. Other program-related support:

  • Set up/Coordinate Teleconference / virtual meetings with counterparts in Singapore or other global campuses, collaboration with International IT Department.
  • Minutes-taking, filing, general house-keeping of stationeries
  • Preparing / updating deck presentations and program websites.

Executive of Academic Affairs

ESSEC Business School
06.2014 - 11.2014

1. Course Scheduling:

  • Guided by the Program Manager, prepare approved program schedules in the class scheduling system used in ESSEC: system entry, classroom booking, maintaining and communicating changes

2. Students-related:

  • Checking of student admission documents.
  • Arranging admission interviews online and face to face.
  • Managing student pass application and cancellations
  • Managing students P-files including opening and closing of P-files
  • Liaise with parents on admission matters.
  • Prepare student contracts.
  • Supervision of program – including induction, student attendance monitoring & communication, examination coordination & communication, grades data-entry, and relaying general student announcements.
  • Maintain students' records, in consultation with Program Manager

3. Support teaching staff:

  • Program-related support for Professors / external lecturers, including contractual documentation
  • Under the guidance of the Program Manager, coordinate and execute the planned activities, and setup of venue, to ensure smooth logistical and administrative arrangements.
  • Where required, source for vendors and confirm bookings, respecting finance processes
  • Printing and distribution of course materials.

4. Finance process for program expenses:

  • Consolidate and update program expenses, where relevant
  • Raise program related purchase requests on procurement system.

5. Other program-related support:

  • Set up/Coordinate Teleconference / virtual meetings with counterparts in Singapore or other global campuses, collaboration with International IT Department
  • Minutes-taking, filing, general house-keeping of stationeries
  • Preparing / updating deck presentations and program websites.
  • Conducted regular meetings with team to discuss issues, concerns and updates

Administrative Executive

Singapore Workforce Development (WDA)
01.2012 - 03.2014
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
  • Collected data, input records and protected electronic files.
  • Conduct consulting with individuals seeking training to explain the process of enrolling in the course, finalize training dates, and coordinate the collection of fees.
  • Engage in communication and collaboration with training providers to arrange the venue, confirm training dates, and ensure attendees' participation.
  • Send notifications and periodic reminders to clients regarding the specific details of the workshop.
  • Verification of invoices from training providers and training seekers records for processing of payment.
  • Monthly reconciliation of training records
  • Administrate the WPLN test to the candidates.
  • Generate certificates and dispatch them to the respective candidates via mail.

Management Assistant Officer

National University of Singapore (Office of Student Affairs)
02.2009 - 12.2011
  • Address student inquiries related to hostel accommodation, billing for hostel services, requests for changing hostels, or room change requests.
  • Respond to student appeals and gather feedback from both students and parents.
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Maintain program websites.
  • Updating student records in the school system.
  • Other administrative duties.

Administrative Assistant

Institute of High Performance Computing
10.2007 - 03.2009
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.

Patient Service Assistant

National University Hospital
04.2003 - 04.2005
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits and treatments in patient medical files.
  • Provide Financial consulting to patients.
  • Register and schedule appointments for patients
  • Manage email, phone and upfront enquiries from patients
  • Perform cashiering duties
  • Provide chaperone assistance to patients
  • Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients

Education

Associate of Arts - Law And Psychology

University of Tasmania
Hobart
07.2007

Diploma in Legal Studies - Legal Studies

Singapore Institute of Commerce
Singapore
11.2005

High School Diploma -

St Anthony's Canossian Secondary School
Singapore
12.2002

Skills

  • Possesses strong expertise in student affairs and adept at managing higher education programs
  • Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and proficient time management abilities, allowing for seamless adaptation in a dynamic and innovative environment
  • Exhibits a mature and collaborative approach, skilled at working both independently and as an effective team player
  • Proficient in utilizing various MS Office applications to enhance productivity and streamline processes
  • Holds valuable experience in coordinating study trips, workshops, events, and seminars, providing an added advantage
  • Familiarity in leveraging Google Tools, including managing Google Agenda and utilizing other Google Functions, further enriches the skill set
  • Knowledgeable in working with Moodle and Celcat softwares, ensuring efficient management of academic platforms
  • Capable of making informed preliminary decisions by evaluating and presenting proposals
  • Skilled at reviewing and negotiating payment contracts with external vendors, ensuring beneficial agreements are reached

Accomplishments

  • Engaged in collaborative efforts with the team in France to develop a standardized operating procedure (SOP) for exam rules and regulations for common exams across 3 campuses.
  • Formulated an SOP specifically addressing examination processes for Singapore campus.
  • Crafted a comprehensive student handbook to provide essential information and guidelines.
  • Developed a exclusive program website specifically designed to cater to students based in Singapore, providing them with a dependable resource for accessing learning tools and essential information.
  • Streamlined the course registration process by implementing an online platform, resulting in a more efficient and user-friendly experience for students and faculty.
  • Received recognition for outstanding customer service, consistently exceeding student and faculty expectations and fostering positive relationships.

Training

In 2015, I was assigned the task of visiting our main campus in France to conduct a presentation on the student pass application, accommodation process, and regulations in Singapore. This was in connection with the launch of the Bachelor of Business Administration program at our Singapore campus for the first time. I committed myself to becoming well-versed in the curriculum and program procedures to ensure alignment between the two campuses.

During my visit, I underwent training on the IT systems utilized for admissions, student enrollment, grade processing, exams, and student exchange programs. Additionally, I had the opportunity to interact with prospective students and their families, delivering comprehensive information about the Singapore campus and addressing any administrative queries they had.

Upon my return, I took the initiative to propose to my Director the importance of our team learning French to facilitate effective communication with our counterparts, as not all staff members were fluent in English. Recognizing the significance of this suggestion, my Director brought it up to management, resulting in all Singapore staff members being sponsored by ESSEC to attend French lessons.


In 2018, I had the privilege of returning to France when a new campus was inaugurated in Rabat, Morocco. During this visit, my primary responsibility was to deliver a presentation on the curriculum of our Singapore campus. Furthermore, I provided detailed information on the student pass application, accommodation process, and relevant regulations, with a specific focus on student exchange programs. To ensure information alignment among the three campuses, I actively engaged with the Rabat team, providing them with comprehensive insights into the Singapore campus. Additionally, I took the opportunity to address any administrative inquiries they had, ensuring clarity and consistency across all campuses.

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Beginner (A1)

Additional Information

Last Drawn salary : $4,715

Expected Salary : $5,500

Availability : Immediate


Timeline

Assistant Manager of Academic Affairs

ESSEC Business School
09.2017 - 06.2023

Senior Program Executive of Academic Affairs

ESSEC Business School
11.2014 - 09.2017

Executive of Academic Affairs

ESSEC Business School
06.2014 - 11.2014

Administrative Executive

Singapore Workforce Development (WDA)
01.2012 - 03.2014

Management Assistant Officer

National University of Singapore (Office of Student Affairs)
02.2009 - 12.2011

Administrative Assistant

Institute of High Performance Computing
10.2007 - 03.2009

Patient Service Assistant

National University Hospital
04.2003 - 04.2005

Associate of Arts - Law And Psychology

University of Tasmania

Diploma in Legal Studies - Legal Studies

Singapore Institute of Commerce

High School Diploma -

St Anthony's Canossian Secondary School
Kalaivani Aranan