About Global University Systems (GUS)
Global University Systems is an international education group that empowers students to transform their lives through education. We believe education drives careers, lives, and society forward, enabling a brighter future for all. Our network of 30 institutions offers the broadest range of industry-relevant skills through inclusive, accessible, and digital-first learning. We currently educate around 122,000 students on campuses worldwide and have 20M+ unique subscribers to our courses. Our global ecosystem powers accessible digital learning and academic achievement.
Position
The Study Abroad Manager will lead the development of a Business Plan for a new Study Abroad programme in Italy and later can be considered for the leadership position in our new Study Abroad centre.
Key Responsibilities
1. Program Development, Business Plan Design & Strategy
Design study abroad programs in Italy by building a new business plan with us
Ensure compliance with Italian regulations, education required standards, insurance and all requirements to launch the project
2. Operations & Student Experience
Plan, design and arrange student housing, and other essential support (housing, visas, student services)
4. Academic Coordination
Plan to align curricula between academic institution
Plan on how to support faculty and students’ engagement, course planning, and delivery
Plan on how monitor academic quality, student performance, and program outcomes
Requirements
Essential Criteria
Minimum 3 years’ experience in study abroad program management
Strong track record in building and managing partnerships with academic institutions
Experience coordinating logistics and ensuring student experience excellence
Familiarity with Italian systems, regulations, and all requirements
Fluency in English required; Italian language is required
Desirable Criteria
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education, International Relations, or related field preferred
Experience working with U.S. or international academic institutions
Strong cross-cultural communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Other Information
Please note this position is only available on our consultancy agreement.
The post holder may be asked to undertake different or additional duties in line with business requirements at the request of their line manager.
There is an expectation that all employees will maintain the values of the Group and comply with the Code of Conduct, as well as equality and diversity, health and safety, and safeguarding policies.
There will be a need to undertake extensive business travel.
Over time, the nature of the job may change. Consequently, GUS reserves the right to revise this job description from time to time and will consult with the job holder at the appropriate time.
Skills Required
- Minimum 3 years' experience in study abroad program management
- Strong track record in building and managing partnerships with academic institutions
- Experience coordinating logistics and ensuring student experience excellence
- Familiarity with Italian systems, regulations, and all requirements
- Fluency in English
- Fluency in Italian
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree in Education, International Relations, or related field
- Experience working with U.S. or international academic institutions
- Strong cross-cultural communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
What We Do
Global University Systems (GUS) is a Netherlands-based corporate group that owns and operates a diverse international network of private higher education institutions across Europe, North America, Asia, and the Middle East. It provides accredited undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, professional qualifications, and language courses, serving over 120,000 students globally and reaching millions more learners through its digital education platform, FutureLearn.
