Education Counsellor - Study Abroad

Job Description

Title: Education Counsellor - Study Abroad

Company Name: SIG Travels & TOURS

Vacancy: 4

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka (Motijheel)

Salary: --

Experience: --

Published: 2026-04-26

Application Deadline: 2026-05-06

Education:

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Skills Required:

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Responsibilities & Context:

1. Student Counselling & Profile Evaluation

The core of the job is understanding a student's background to match them with the right opportunities.

• Academic Assessment: Evaluating transcripts, test scores (IELTS/TOEFL/GRE/GMAT), and work experience to determine eligibility.

• Goal Mapping: Discussing career aspirations to recommend suitable countries, universities, and specific courses.

• Financial Planning: Advising students and parents on tuition fees, living expenses, and available scholarships or financial aid.

2. Admission & Application Management

Counsellors guide the student through the complex paperwork required by foreign institutions.

• Document Verification: Ensuring all documents (SOPs, LORs, CVs) meet the specific standards of the target university.

• Application Submission: Managing deadlines and ensuring applications are submitted accurately through university portals.

• Interview Prep: Training students for university admission interviews or English proficiency tests.

3. Visa Guidance & Compliance

Since a university acceptance is useless without a visa, this is a critical responsibility.

• Visa Documentation: Assisting with the compilation of financial proof, health insurance, and embassy-specific forms.

• Mock Interviews: Conducting practice sessions to prepare students for rigorous visa officer interviews.

• Regulation Updates: Staying informed about changing immigration laws in major hubs like the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, and Europe.

4. Business Development & Marketing

In most agencies, a counsellor is also responsible for the "pipeline" of students.

• Lead Conversion: Following up with inquiries from social media, walk-ins, or educational fairs to convert them into registered students.

• Relationship Building: Maintaining strong ties with university representatives and "aggregator" platforms.

• Event Participation: Representing the agency at seminars, schools, and colleges to promote study abroad services.

5. Pre-Departure Support

The job often continues until the student actually lands in their destination.

• Briefing Sessions: Organizing "Pre-Departure Orientations" to cover topics like cultural adjustment, part-time work laws, and accommodation.

• Logistics: Sometimes assisting with flight bookings, foreign exchange, and initial housing setups.