Project Manager/ Program director

About the Company Pune Institute of Business Management is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and operational efficiency. Our mission is to enhance student outcomes and ensure a supportive learning environment.

About the Role The Program Director acts as the central academic and operational leader responsible for managing program execution across batches, ensuring smooth academic delivery, student engagement, faculty coordination, placement preparedness, and compliance.

Responsibilities - Academic Planning & Batch Management

• Lead annual academic planning and semester execution across all programs.
• Ensure academic calendars are finalized before term commencement.
• Oversee timetable planning and schedule adherence.
• Manage coordination between Senior and Junior Batch Incharges.
• Conduct periodic review meetings to ensure academic alignment.
• Ensure smooth onboarding of new batches.
• Academic Delivery & Monitoring
• Monitor subject completion across all batches.
• Ensure timely syllabus completion.
• Track faculty delivery effectiveness through student feedback.
• Ensure execution of planned academic activities.
• Maintain academic quality standards.
• Monitor academic performance benchmarks and student progress.
• Student Lifecycle Management
• Monitor student attendance, discipline, and engagement.
• Ensure mentoring and counselling support for students.
• Oversee internships, projects, and academic milestones.
• Handle student escalations, grievances, and retention concerns.
• Improve student satisfaction and campus experience.
• Placement & Industry Readiness
• Drive placement preparedness initiatives across all programs.
• Monitor placement rates and hiring outcomes.
• Ensure execution of CRT programs, mock interviews, and assessments.
• Build corporate partnerships for live projects and industry exposure.
• Improve employability outcomes and placement success.
• Team Management & Operational Excellence
• Lead Senior and Junior Batch Incharges and academic coordinators.
• Conduct performance reviews for reporting teams.
• Improve issue resolution timelines and process adherence.
• Ensure operational compliance and reporting accuracy.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for academic operations.

Qualifications - 8–15 years of experience in academic operations / program management

• Experience in B-schools, universities, higher education institutions, or EdTech preferred
• Prior experience managing large student batches is highly preferred
• Strong exposure to academic planning, student management, and institutional coordination Required Skills - Academic Leadership
• Program Management
• Team Management
• Student Lifecycle Management
• Placement Coordination
• Stakeholder Management
• Operational Excellence
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
• Data-driven Planning and Execution
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Conflict Resolution and Team Collaboration Preferred Skills - Master’s Degree in Management / Education / Business Administration
• PhD preferred (for senior academic leadership roles)
• Additional certifications in Academic Administration, Program Management, or Educational Leadership will be an added advantage Pay range and compensation package Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Statement Pune Institute of Business Management is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.