CHETANYA BHUTANI
Summary
Career Guidance and University Placement counselor with over 7 years of experience in career counseling and international admissions, including strong exposure to IB and CBSE school environments. Experienced in guiding students through end-to-end global university applications, subject selection, and career pathway planning. Successfully supported and placed 500+ students across major study destinations including the UK, USA, Europe, Australia, Canada, and Asia-Pacific. Recognized for strong university partnerships and effective school-based counseling practices.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Career Counselor
Shiv Nadar School
Noida
08.2025 - Current
- Provide career counseling and university placement guidance to IB and IGSCE students.
- Guide students on subject selection, academic planning, and global career pathways.
- Work closely with international university representatives to host school sessions, university fairs and workshops.
- Support students and parents through application timelines, profile building, and admissions processes.
- Maintain counseling records, placement data, and reports for internal review.
- Administered PSAT (by collegeboard), SAT, and CUET mock tests to prepare students for assessments.
University Placement Counselor
Genesis Global School
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered comprehensive career counseling and university admissions guidance.
- Supported IB students with academic planning, subject selection, and post-school pathways.
- Organized university fairs, workshops, and information sessions at schools.
- Coordinated IC3 Regional Forum while engaging global university representatives.
- Provided personalized career guidance to students and parents regarding university pathways.
- Assisted DP students with completion of university documentation.
Senior Counselor
IDP Education
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Advised students on study abroad, covering admission processes, visa requirements, and scholarship opportunities.
- Conducted personalized counseling sessions to align academic aspirations with suitable institutions.
- Assisted students in compiling and submitting application materials to meet educational standards.
- Monitored developments in education policies and communicated relevant updates to students and families.
University Enrollment Advisor
Cialfo
Noida
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Managed partner schools across India, supporting students with international admissions processes.
- Conducted webinars for parents and students regarding Indian and overseas admission opportunities.
- Guided students through university shortlisting, application submissions, and enrollment procedures.
- Possessed extensive knowledge of the admissions platform to provide accurate information.
Senior International Counselor
Leap Scholar
Delhi
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Advised students on overseas education options and suitable programs.
- Supported over 300 students through individualized counseling sessions.
- Assisted with development of SOPs, LORs, resumes, and interview preparation.
- Facilitated application processes for students seeking admission to overseas universities.
Senior Life Skill Counselor
Eduvelocity
Delhi
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with schools to enhance student engagement and support services.
- Delivered seminars and organized individual and group sessions on career paths and life skills.
- Conducted aptitude assessments, followed by discussions with students and parents regarding outcomes.
- Guided students through Ivy League admissions processes, facilitating applications to multiple institutions.
Education
Diploma in Guidance And Counseling -
NCERT
01-2021
Bachelor of Education -
Kurukshetra University
01-2020
Master’s in Psychology -
Panjab University
01-2018
Bachelor’s in Applied Psychology (Hons.) -
Delhi University
01-2015
Skills
- Strategic career counseling
- International university admissions
- Counseling techniques
- Application processing
- Career assessment
- Knowledge of IB, CBSE, and IGCSE curricula
- University relations management
- Parent engagement
- Programme planning
- Documentation and tracking systems
- Familiarity with Cialfo, Ulio, Common App, UCAS, OUAC
- Team management and mentoring
- Cross-functional coordination
- Event coordination
- Personal development sessions
Certification
-Times Counsellor Accelerated Program
-Certified Canada and UK Counsellor, IDP
-British Council Certified Counsellor, UK Destination
-ICEF Academy Certification, USA Counselling
-PIER Certified for Australia Education
-Attended various certification programs, including IC3, SAIBSA, IB Manthan, and university-specific certifications from institutions in India, the UK, Canada, and the USA.
-Certified Canada and UK Counsellor, IDP
-British Council Certified Counsellor, UK Destination
-ICEF Academy Certification, USA Counselling
-PIER Certified for Australia Education
-Attended various certification programs, including IC3, SAIBSA, IB Manthan, and university-specific certifications from institutions in India, the UK, Canada, and the USA.
Timeline
Career Counselor
Shiv Nadar School
08.2025 - Current
University Placement Counselor
Genesis Global School
12.2024 - 07.2025
Senior Counselor
IDP Education
11.2023 - 12.2024
University Enrollment Advisor
Cialfo
09.2022 - 09.2023
Senior International Counselor
Leap Scholar
01.2022 - 09.2022
Senior Life Skill Counselor
Eduvelocity
07.2018 - 12.2020
Diploma in Guidance And Counseling -
NCERT
Bachelor of Education -
Kurukshetra University
Master’s in Psychology -
Panjab University
Bachelor’s in Applied Psychology (Hons.) -
Delhi University