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Coordinator, Study Abroad

Mississippi State University · Starkville, Mississippi, US

Position Function: The position is responsible for coordinating all aspects of education abroad, including university risk management, promotion of study abr...

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Position Function: The position is responsible for coordinating all aspects of education abroad, including university risk management, promotion of study abroad programming, advising students of study abroad opportunities, as well facilitating all study abroad programs. The objective of this position is to encourage globalization on campus by expanding students’ academic opportunities in study abroad/exchange programs at universities overseas. Salary Grade : 13: Please see Staff Compensation Structure for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Assist students in determining their best abroad options and counsel students through the application process. Options include faculty-led programs, Cooperative Center for Study Abroad (CCSA) courses, direct exchange, and program provider companies. 2. Maintains relations with international offices in partner schools. Good communication between universities ensures exchange students (incoming and outgoing) have the best possible experience. 3. Works with faculty to develop summer study abroad programs in various...