MARIASOLE SIRIANNI
Yorktown,VA
Summary
Well-traveled linguist proficient in four languages and dedicated administrative and customer service professional with several years of experience in international affairs and higher education. Proven success in study abroad counseling and delivering exceptional administrative services. Skilled in building rapport with multicultural audiences and handling administrative tasks in academic institutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
ENROLLMENT COUNSELOR (MENA REGION)
INTO University Partnerships
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Served as point of contact and subject matter expert for INTO partnership-based programs.
- Helped students complete applications and navigate admissions processes.
- Coordinated online and in-person conversion activities within set geographical remit.
- Managed post-confirmation initiatives, including visa support, payment confirmation, accommodation booking, and student engagement calls.
- Optimized student conversion rates from offer stage to enrollment.
- Assisted students who did not meet entry requirements or conditions of their offer in finding suitable alternative study plans.
ADMISSIONS AND ENGLISH SERVICES MANAGER
INTO University Partnerships
03.2019 - 10.2022
- Counseled students and parents on studying overseas, including promoting INTO's partner universities in UK, US, and Australia.
- Managed hundreds of student applications weekly, and assisted in successful student matriculation.
- Provided pre-arrival and registration information to students and agents.
- Ensured compliance with student visa applications and immigration legislation processes.
- Provided advising support in Chinese language during application process.
- Optimized student conversion rates from inquiries to successful enrollment.
INTERNATIONAL OFFICER
University of Stirling
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Served as primary contact for coordination of application screening and tracking, visit and interview arrangement and marketing communications.
- Provided information and guidance related to studying at, and applying to, Stirling to students based in Jiangsu province.
- Assisted in identification, development, and management of potential partner institutions.
- Engaged with Stirling's local agents, coordinated alumni events, presentations, briefings, and agendas for visitors from Stirling in China.
INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC ADVISOR
Università della Calabria, UNICAL
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Organized welcome activities/open days and facilitated course registration.
- Answered student inquiries and resolved problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites.
- Supported student integration and academic success.
LECTURER IN ENGLISH
Jiangxi University Of Finance And Economics
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Developed syllabi for oral and academic English courses for students of Accounting and International Business.
- Used effective teaching techniques and learning strategies in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences.
- Served as study abroad counselor at Foreign Affairs Office.
- Increased number of international students applying to university's international programs.
Education
Master of Arts - Chinese Studies
Università La Sapienza
Rome03.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Chinese Language and Translation
Università La Sapienza
Rome12.2010
Skills
- Microsoft 365
- Salesforce,
- Power BI
- Adobe Lightroom
- Concur
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Full Professional
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
ENROLLMENT COUNSELOR (MENA REGION)
INTO University Partnerships
11.2022 - 03.2023
INTERNATIONAL OFFICER
University of Stirling
01.2020 - 10.2020
ADMISSIONS AND ENGLISH SERVICES MANAGER
INTO University Partnerships
03.2019 - 10.2022
INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC ADVISOR
Università della Calabria, UNICAL
10.2018 - 02.2019
LECTURER IN ENGLISH
Jiangxi University Of Finance And Economics
09.2016 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Chinese Studies
Università La Sapienza
Bachelor of Arts - Chinese Language and Translation
Università La Sapienza
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