Graduate Program Advisor

Position Number:

997943

Functional Title:

Graduate Program Advisor

Position Type:

Staff

Position Eclass:

EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning

University Information:

Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:

In the Bryan School of Business & Economics, we create and disseminate knowledge about the theory and practice of business. In addition to our courses and research, we accomplish this through hands-on projects, global experiences, and outreach to the community. Our work produces principled leaders and exceptional problem solvers who have a global perspective, an innovative mindset, a broad understanding of sustainability, and a commitment to improve the organizations in which they work and the communities in which they live.

Position Summary:

The Graduate Academic Advisor position is a permanent position that will report to the Administrative Director of Graduate Programs in the Bryan School of Business and Economics. The primary areas of responsibility will be to serve as a Graduate Program Advisor and contribute to improved retention, time‑to‑degree, and student satisfaction outcomes for students in the MBA Program and its affiliated certificates.

• Manage advising caseload reflective of current MBA enrollments
• Manage online student engagement
• Manage professional development programming
• Participate in recruitment activities and advise prospective students interested in the Accelerated Masters Program and the Dual Registration track
• Serve as chapter advisor for Beta Gamma Sigma honor society, and Spartan Women in Business
• Manage study abroad programming and course (MBA 745) planning
• Plan events like Beta Gamma Sigma ceremony, Graduation networking celebrations etc. Support orientation events
• Support Graduate Programs Office Operations
• Other duties as assigned

Employee attributes needed for success in this role:

• Ability to multi-task and balance multiple priorities or projects in a fast-paced work environment
• Willingness to embrace innovative advising practices using technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in a team environment and to make a positive contribution toward the mission and vision of the organization.
• Adept at interacting with others in a professional and collaborative manner.
• Excellent leadership skills and ability to manage sizeable projects, delegating when appropriate.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution and experience contributing to student success initiatives in a higher education setting.
• Proven experience working with diverse populations in a higher education setting.
• Experience working within the field of academic advising or in developing and implementing services/initiatives to support students’ success, and retention.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Higher Education experience working with graduate students/programs, especially with online or adult learners.
• Proficient computer skills (MS Office, Ellucian BANNER), and Canvas.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For consideration, candidates should upload:

• Cover letter, not to exceed one page, detailing qualifications as they relate to this position.
• Resume
• List of references

Applicants are required to upload a list of references of at least three (3) professional references that include:

• Name
• Company Name
• Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
• Email Address
• Contact Phone Number

Applications are not successfully submitted until an online confirmation number has been received at the end of the application process.

Recruitment Range:

$50,000 - $55,000

Org #-Department:

MBA Office - 11808

Job Open Date:

07/31/2026

For Best Consideration Date:

08/21/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

FTE:

1.000

Type of Appointment:

Permanent

Number of Months per Year:

12

FLSA:

Exempt

Percentage Of Time:

70%

Key Responsibility:

Advising and Program Support

Essential Tasks:

• Advise assigned load of graduate students – a mix of on-campus and online students.
• Meet with and advise prospective AMP and Dual Registration students.
• Manage study abroad programming and course (MBA 745) planning.
• Present at recruiting events and connect with students early in the recruitment stage.
• Maintain accuracy and currency of MBA Advising and resources webpage and student onboarding org in Canvas in support of advising outcomes.

Percentage Of Time:

20%

Key Responsibility:

Student Engagement and Professional Development

Essential Tasks:

• Programming to support and engage all online MBA students both early career and experienced track.
• Manage programming for early career MBA students’ professional development (peer ambassador program, workshops, other non-curricular support).
• Serve as chapter advisor for Beta Gamma Sigma honor society, Spartan Women in Business, and any other forthcoming graduate student chapter.
• Manage graduate student professional development funding process and tracking.

Percentage Of Time:

5%

Key Responsibility:

Event Operations

Essential Tasks:

• Plan and execute BGS chapter recognition ceremony.
• Plan and execute graduation celebration.
• Other student engagement events as needed.

Percentage Of Time:

5%

Key Responsibility:

Program Operations

Essential Tasks:

• Maintain master records for capstone course, internship placements, etc.
• Support office operations in the areas of purchasing, room reservations, syllabi collection, and monitoring general MBA inbox.

Physical Effort:

Reading - F, Writing - F, Vision-Visual inspection - O, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Standing - O, Sitting - F

Work Environment:

Inside - C