Babita Barla
Hyderabad
Summary
Highly accomplished Branch Manager with a strong track record of driving business growth, maximizing student enrollments, achieving revenue targets, and leading high-performing teams in the Education and EdTech sector. Expertise in branch operations, academic administration, stakeholder management, and strategic execution, with a proven ability to enhance performance and deliver sustainable results. Aspiring to transition into a Zonal Manager role, leveraging leadership, operational excellence, and business to drive growth and success across multiple centers.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Branch Manager
I.T. Vedant Education Pvt ltd.
Mumbai-Hyderabad
02.2024 - Current
- Manage overall branch operations, ensuring achievement of business, academic, and operational targets.
- Drive student enrollments, revenue growth, and profitability through effective sales and marketing strategies.
- Develop and implement local marketing initiatives, seminars, workshops, and promotional activities to increase brand visibility and student acquisition.
- Maintain strong relationships with students, parents, corporate clients, colleges, and educational institutions.
- Ensure smooth delivery of academic programs and adherence to company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
- Handle escalations, student grievances, and operational challenges effectively.
Center Manager
Jamboree Education Pvt Ltd.
Mumbai
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Led operational strategies to enhance student enrollment and retention rates.
- Streamlined center processes, improving efficiency in daily operations and administrative tasks.
- Coordinated community outreach initiatives to promote educational programs and partnerships.
Asst Manager
Aakash + Byju’s
Mumbai
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Streamlined operational processes, resulting in improved efficiency and resource allocation.
- Developed strategic marketing campaigns to increase brand visibility and engagement.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
Center Manager
Lakme Academy Powered by Aptech
Mumbai
01.2017 - 02.2020
- Developed training programs for new hires, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for center operations.
- Collaborated closely with other department managers to align goals, share knowledge, and boost overall center performance.
Administrative Assistant
ITM -Institute Of Hotel Management
Mumbai
04.2014 - 12.2016
- Streamlined office operations by implementing digital document management systems.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports and presentations for academic committees and board meetings.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
Education
Post Graduation Diploma - Human Resource Management
Welingkar Institute of Management Development And Research
Mumbai, India01-2017
B.A. - International Hospitality and tourism Management
Queen Margaret University, Scotland
Mumbai, India01-2014
Skills
- Branch operations management
- Sales management
- Business development
- Students relationships
- Operational efficiency
- Budget oversight
- Strategic planning
- Policy adherence
- Process improvement
- Data analysis
- Decision-making
- Team leadership
- Employee development
- Staff management
- Performance reviews
- Sales development
Timeline
Branch Manager
I.T. Vedant Education Pvt ltd.
02.2024 - Current
Center Manager
Jamboree Education Pvt Ltd.
06.2022 - 01.2024
Asst Manager
Aakash + Byju’s
02.2020 - 05.2022
Center Manager
Lakme Academy Powered by Aptech
01.2017 - 02.2020
Administrative Assistant
ITM -Institute Of Hotel Management
04.2014 - 12.2016
Post Graduation Diploma - Human Resource Management
Welingkar Institute of Management Development And Research
B.A. - International Hospitality and tourism Management
Queen Margaret University, Scotland
Roles And Responsibilities
- Managing the academic admissions process
- Providing guidance to students and parents for career selection
- Supervising educational counseling and profile evaluation abroad
- Utilizing Salesforce, Lead Square, Ameyo, and ERP systems for effective management
- Establishing educational partnerships in both B2B and B2C segments
- Handling staff recruitment, training, and facilitating student placements
- Conducting business meetings with schools, colleges, and corporate entities for collaborative initiatives
- Handling both inbound and outbound calls efficiently
- Overseeing day-to-day operations, conducting audits, and managing delivery service at the center