SHIVIKA LALCHANDANI
Senior Education Counsellor | International Admissions Specialist Pune, India | Open To UAE Relocation | +91-9890281485 | Lalchandanishivika@gmail.com
Pune
Summary
Results-driven Overseas Education Counsellor with 10+ years of experience guiding students for Canada, UK, Europe, USA, South Korea, and Australia. Expert in student counselling, conversion, admissions processing, and visa guidance. Currently running a consultancy managing end-to-end student journeys. Strong ability to handle student pipelines, drive enrolments, and support international student recruitment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Education Counsellor & Business Operations Head
Migrare Overseas Education Consultant
01.2018 - Current
- Counselled 250+ students for international programs
- Managed complete admissions lifecycle (counselling → applications → visas)
- Built collaborations with KC Overseas, Crizac, SI-UK network partners
- Generated leads via digital and referral channels
- Strong conversion of qualified student enquiries into enrolments
Sr. Abroad Counsellor
QBIX Academia
09.2015 - 12.2017
- Conducted counselling sessions and follow-ups
- Coordinated with universities and sub-agents
- Delivered SOP/LOR workshops
Admissions Counsellor
Geo Intellectual Careers Pvt Ltd
05.2013 - 08.2015
- Guided students on course and career selection
- Conducted interviews for partner universities
- Managed admissions and visa documentation
- Maintained CRM/MDB records
Coordinator / Counsellor
CIMS
05.2012 - 05.2013
- Managed student enquiries across channels
- Provided counselling and course guidance
- Maintained admission and enquiry records
- Tracked payments and follow-ups
Education
BBA -
Pune University
Skills
Study Abroad Counselling
Student Conversion & Sales Funnel
University Applications & Documentation
Educational leadership
Parent-teacher communication
Student counseling
Certification
British Council Certified Agent
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Freelance Writer, Stylist & Model
- Worked with Femina Magazine on fashion and lifestyle content
- Participated in brand shoots including Times of India
- Collaborated on styling and visual presentation projects
- Developed skills in branding, communication, and media production
Timeline
Senior Education Counsellor & Business Operations Head
Migrare Overseas Education Consultant
01.2018 - Current
Sr. Abroad Counsellor
QBIX Academia
09.2015 - 12.2017
Admissions Counsellor
Geo Intellectual Careers Pvt Ltd
05.2013 - 08.2015
Coordinator / Counsellor
CIMS
05.2012 - 05.2013
BBA -
Pune University