Role Overview: As the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to create engaging educational courses, identify and recruit suitable lecturers, and generate revenue through effective partnerships. Your project management expertise and budgeting skills will be crucial as you oversee the entire development process.
Reporting directly to Chief of RSX, you will be responsible for:
- Develop and implement strategies for new educational programs that align with market needs and organizational goals.
- Crafting and curate innovative courses that enhance our educational offerings, ensuring they are relevant and impactful.
- Identify, evaluate, and engage qualified lecturers and industry experts to deliver high-quality content.
- Create business models that drive income generation through course enrollments, partnerships, and sponsorships.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of educational projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
- Conduct market research and feasibility studies to assess the potential success of new programs and initiatives.
- Develop and manage budgets for courses and projects, ensuring financial sustainability and accountability.
- Build and maintain relationships with external partners, including educational institutions, industry leaders, and sponsors to enhance program offerings and reach.
- Provide regular updates to senior management on project progress, financial performance, and partnership opportunities.
The ideal candidate should possess the following background:
- Bachelor's degree in BA, Economics, Education or related field.
- Proven experience in business development, project management, or a similar role, preferably in the educational sector.
- Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building partnerships and engaging stakeholders.
- Solid understanding of budgeting and financial management.
- Good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (advantage) and MS Office proficiency.
- Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
