ANUSUA BHOWAL
Kolkata
Summary
Results-oriented EdTech professional with over 9 years in overseas education consultancy and international student recruitment. Led teams to optimise global admission processes and enhance institutional partnerships across key regions including the UK, Germany, and France. Certified by the British Council, skilled in strategic planning and operational management, focusing on driving revenue and expanding university collaborations.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager
Orion Edutech Pvt. Ltd.
Kolkata, West Bengal
03.2025 - Current
- Led sales and recruitment operations, driving revenue generation and achieving institutional goals across the UK, Germany, and France.
- Oversaw strategic initiatives integrating industry-academia collaboration, higher education trends, and student recruitment pipelines.
- Engaged with global educational institutions at international business events to expand and strengthen university partnerships.
- Direct the UK admissions compliance by leading CAS interview preparation and facilitating complete UKVI application workflows.
- Manage German study visa compliance, guiding students through CSP (APS) verification and VFS Global documentation workflows.
- Oversee end-to-end French visa processes, including Campus France procedures and VFS Global application submissions.
Team Lead Manager
Orion Edutech Pvt. Ltd.
Kolkata, West Bengal
03.2023 - 02.2025
- Led and developed team to meet enrollment targets at partner universities, fostering a collaborative environment for success.
- Monitored team performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and personal development plans for team members.
- Maintained excellent employee relationships by cultivating supportive, positive and helpful a working environment.
- Counselled and supported prospective international students throughout the admissions lifecycle, ensuring informed decisions and a positive experience.
Assistant Manager
Orion Edutech Pvt. Ltd.
Kolkata, West Bengal
08.2019 - 04.2023
- Coordinated with senior management to implement strategic plans for revenue growth.
- Managed client relations while expanding B2B and institutional channel networks.
- Streamlined operational workflows and administration for international sales strategies in overseas education division.
- Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
- Trained new employees on company policies, customer service excellence, and sales techniques.
Senior Admission Consultant
Orion Edutech Pvt. Ltd.
Kolkata, West Bengal
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Guided prospective students in selecting suitable countries, preparing application documentation, navigating university interviews, and understanding visa requirements.
- Developed relationships with client leads to understand their needs and provide tailored advice.
- Handled complex problems and issues by understanding root causes and implementing solutions.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions to upskill team members and improve service delivery.
Program Officer
Prayasam (NGO)
Salt Lake City, Kolkata, West Bengal
03.2013 - 06.2017
- Designed and executed community-level activities that promoted Child Rights and empowered gender equality, enhancing community awareness and participation.
- Coordinated stakeholder engagements and implemented programs, strengthening community outreach initiatives and fostering collaboration among local partners.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in International Business (PGDIB) -
Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning
Pune06-2023
Master of Arts (M.A.) - International Relations and Affairs
University of Calcutta
01-2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - History
University of Calcutta
01-2010
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Visa interview prep
- Revenue Generation
- Institutional partnerships
- Strategic Recruitment
- Project Management
- Performance Management
- CRM software
- Client relations
- Team Leadership
- MS Office proficiency
Languages
English
Intermediate
B1
Hindi
Advanced
C1
Bengali
Advanced
C1
Certification
- BRITISH COUNCIL Certified Agent – UK Agent and Counsellor Training
- Data Science & Business Analytics with Microsoft Excel – Simplilearn
- TOEFL iBT Certification on Product Knowledge
- Certificate in MS Office
- CEFR English Proficiency Test – British Council, 2020-04-01
- Star Achievers Award 2019 – Orion Edutech Pvt. Ltd., 2019-04-01
Interests
- Debating
- Photography
- Cooking
- Reading
Accomplishments
- BRITISH COUNCIL Certified Agent – UK Agent and Counsellor Training
- Data Science & Business Analytics with Microsoft Excel – Simplilearn
- TOEFL iBT Certification on Product Knowledge
Custom
- Debating
- Photography
- Cooking
- Reading
Timeline
Senior Manager
Orion Edutech Pvt. Ltd.
03.2025 - Current
Team Lead Manager
Orion Edutech Pvt. Ltd.
03.2023 - 02.2025
Assistant Manager
Orion Edutech Pvt. Ltd.
08.2019 - 04.2023
Senior Admission Consultant
Orion Edutech Pvt. Ltd.
07.2017 - 07.2019
Program Officer
Prayasam (NGO)
03.2013 - 06.2017
Post Graduate Diploma in International Business (PGDIB) -
Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning
Master of Arts (M.A.) - International Relations and Affairs
University of Calcutta
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - History
University of Calcutta