Priyashi Priya

Deputy Director of Admissions @ Indira University

About

With over a decade of experience in academic management and strategic enrollment, I serve as Deputy Director of Admissions at Indira University. I am committed to driving operational excellence, streamlining admissions processes, and achieving ambitious enrollment targets that align with the university’s mission to foster educational access and student success. By leveraging CRM systems, automation tools, and data-driven strategies, I aim to enhance applicant engagement and contribute to building a diverse, vibrant academic community. At Indira University, I lead a high-performing team of managers and counselors to execute end-to-end admissions for over 4,000 intakes annually. I’ve spearheaded the implementation of CRM/UMS/IVR systems, reducing response time by 30% and ensuring 95% application processing accuracy. By mentoring team members and strengthening external partnerships, our team has achieved a 20% increase in productivity while improving lead conversion rates and streamlining reporting processes. My work continues to focus on driving impactful enrollment strategies and fostering an innovative admissions environment.

Country

India

City

Pune Division

Industry

Education Management

Skill

Academic Management, Strategic Enrollment Management, Recruiting, Team Management, Process Optimization (Manufacturing), Vendor Management, Admissions Counseling, Enrollment Management, B2B Commerce, Admissions, Real Time Reports, Operational Efficiency, Ethics, Application Processing, International Marketing, Staff Development

Experience

Deputy Director of Admissions

Indira University

2025-3 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

Led end-to-end admissions for all programs, achieving 4,000 annual intakes with 95% application processing accuracy. Managed 40,000+ leads and 8,200 applications, improving conversion rate to 5% from 4% yoy. Implemented CRM/UMS/IVR automation, reducing response time by 30% and enhancing real-time reporting. Mentored 8 managers and 20 counsellors, driving 20% team productivity growth and strengthened consultant partnerships for wider reach. Promoted from Senior Manager – Admissions to Deputy Director within six months, driven by exceptional achievement in meeting and exceeding targeted admissions goals.

Senior Admissions Officer

ALARD University Pune

2024-10 - 2025-3 · 6 mos

Delivered admissions for 918 students, managing 4,500 applications and 15,000 leads with a 6% conversion rate. Led targeted counselling and high-impact campaigns, boosting applicant engagement. Streamlined lead management and documentation, improving reporting accuracy by 25%. Forged strategic partnerships with coaching institutes and academic collaborators, expanding outreach and pipeline quality.

HEAD- Admissions

Al Janoub International School KSA

2020 - 2025 · 5 yrs

Managed admissions for 3,340 students over five years, ensuring 100% compliance and accuracy in documentation and eligibility checks. Streamlined admission tracking, reducing processing errors by at least 30% and improving operational efficiency. Enhanced parent communication, achieving 95% satisfaction scores through timely updates and support. Supervised and trained staff, boosting onboarding efficiency by 25% and maintaining high service standards.

Entrepreneur & Independent Admissions Channel Partner

Good choice Departmental Store

2021-1 - 2023-11 · 2 yrs 11 mos

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Independently executed admissions for multiple institutions, achieving full enrolment without CRM dependency. Conducted counselling, planning, and admissions processing end to end. Founded and managed Good Choice Departmental Store listed on Just Dial & Google Store. Oversaw inventory, staffing, vendor relations, and customer experience. Demonstrated resilience during COVID-19 and strong operational leadership.

Head of Admissions (HOD)

SIDDHANT GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS

2006 - 2014 · 8 yrs

Spearheaded admissions for 11,700 students over eight years, ensuring seamless onboarding and compliance. Processed over 50,000 applications and 150,000 leads, improving conversion to 7.8% from 6% year-on-year. Introduced transparent workflows and automation, driving 15% annual intake growth and reducing processing time by at least 20%. Designed staff training modules, boosting team efficiency by 20% and standardising operations across departments.