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Himanshu Khurana

Bengaluru

Summary

Accomplished Senior Program Associate with a proven track record at Scaler, skilled in strategy, team management, and program development from scratch. With a focus on operational excellence and learner engagement, I successfully led initiatives that drove a 20% growth in enrollment, improved learning outcomes, and streamlined processes. Experienced in product management and stakeholder coordination, I consistently delivered impactful results and enhanced program success.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Program Associate

Scaler
Bengaluru
07.2023 - Current
  • As a Neovarsity Program Manager at Scaler, directly reporting to the COO, I led the strategic direction, growth, and productization of the program, driving a 25% improvement in operational efficiency by aligning with emerging industry trends.
  • Successfully productized internal operational tools, resulting in cost savings, and further enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Successfully launched and managed two new programs—a B2B program and a DevOps program—leading them from the program management side, and contributing to a 20% growth in learner enrollment.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance the Neovarsity curriculum, and introduced scalable systems for tracking learner progress, resulting in a 30% increase in learner satisfaction and engagement.
  • Spearheaded initiatives that increased program enrollment by 15% and streamlined instructor and mentor collaboration, fostering a high-performing team culture.
  • Actively contributed to content creation and strategic goal-setting, achieving a 20% improvement in learner outcomes by delivering impactful, industry-relevant learning experiences.

Program Associate

upGrad
Bengaluru
08.2021 - 07.2023
  • Spearheaded cohort management and academic delivery, ensuring a seamless learning experience for learners, resulting in a 20% improvement in learner satisfaction.
  • Oversaw daily operations, including project feedback, doubt resolution, live sessions, mentoring, and vendor management, achieving a 15% enhancement in operational efficiency.
  • Delivered projects within budget and timeline constraints, while maintaining high-quality standards, contributing to a 10% cost reduction in program operations.
  • Built and maintained a network of professional freelancers and industry experts for grading, live sessions, and mentorship, improving program content quality by 25%.
  • Collaborated with technology teams to automate dashboards and analyze data, streamlining reporting processes, and reducing manual effort by 30%.
  • Worked on a critical initiative to improve cohort completion rates, increasing passing percentages by 20% through strategic collaboration with universities and internal teams.
  • Led SME sourcing initiatives for content creation and mentoring through LinkedIn and other platforms, expanding the expert pool by 35%.

Program Associate

Vedantu
Delhi
09.2020 - 08.2021
  • Honored with the Best Employee Award for significant contributions to India Sales and Operations at Vedantu.
  • Conducted interviews and onboarded Master Teachers, ensuring seamless Wave platform training, and driving a 20% improvement in teacher readiness for Master Classes.
  • Managed MasterClass assignments and weekly data tracking across segments like SuperCoders, SuperReaders, SuperSpeakers, SuperSchool, and CS Tuitions, leading to a 15% increase in operational efficiency.
  • Handled CRM processes for MasterClasses, including message preparation and scheduling, resulting in a 25% improvement in class attendance rates.
  • Spearheaded referral program operations, generating ₹28.69 lakhs in revenue from over 750 leads, and increasing lead conversion rates by 30%.

Business Development Associate

BYJU'S (Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd.)
Bengaluru
03.2020 - 09.2020
  • Represented Byju's, the world’s most valued Ed-Tech company, known for its personalized learning programs, with over 33 million registered students and 2.2 million annual paid subscriptions globally.
  • Successfully conducted client prospecting and appointment booking, leveraging strong interpersonal and rapport-building skills to meet weekly targets.
  • Delivered effective product demonstrations through in-person presentations, ensuring a high conversion rate by tailoring pitches to client needs and family profiles.
  • Built long-term relationships with clients, increasing referrals, and contributing to a 15% growth in the client base within the region.
  • Coordinated schedules to accommodate client availability, ensuring a 100% conflict-free appointment calendar, and a seamless customer experience.

Zonal Business Manager

OYO
New Delhi
07.2018 - 03.2020
  • Managed the South Delhi cluster with full ownership of operations, driving a 15% improvement in P&L performance through effective cost control and revenue generation strategies.
  • Oversaw a team of property managers, ensuring high performance, compliance, and operational excellence, resulting in a 20% increase in resident satisfaction.
  • Optimized lead tracking and occupancy rates, achieving a 25% improvement in cluster occupancy through strategic retention efforts and targeted BTL activities.
  • Enhanced resident experience, improving rent collection rates by 15%, while minimizing operational expenses at the cluster level.
  • Conducted regular property health audits, maintaining compliance, and ensuring asset integrity, which reduced maintenance costs by 10% over the fiscal year.

Project Engineer

OCEAN SEVEN BUILDTECH PRIVATE LIMITED
Gurgaon
08.2017 - 07.2018

Education

Bachelor of Technology - BTech -

Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU)
Rohtak
01.2016

Skills

  • Team management
  • Strategy
  • Learning Development
  • Product Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Operational excellence
  • Policy analysis

Timeline

Senior Program Associate

Scaler
07.2023 - Current

Program Associate

upGrad
08.2021 - 07.2023

Program Associate

Vedantu
09.2020 - 08.2021

Business Development Associate

BYJU'S (Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd.)
03.2020 - 09.2020

Zonal Business Manager

OYO
07.2018 - 03.2020

Project Engineer

OCEAN SEVEN BUILDTECH PRIVATE LIMITED
08.2017 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Technology - BTech -

Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU)
Himanshu Khurana