Graduate Program Advisor

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

Organization

UNCG at a Glance

Founded in 1891, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is the largest and most diverse state university in the Piedmont Triad. Standing apart from other universities, the UNCG community is joined together by a shared value: We define excellence not only by the people we attract, but by the meaningful contributions they make.

With more than 19,400 students and 2,500 faculty and staff, UNCG is the largest state university in the Piedmont Triad and has an annual economic impact of more than $1 billion. The campus has grown to include 30 residence halls and 30 academic buildings on 210 acres.

UNCG takes pride in being a learner-centered public research university. The College of Arts & Sciences and seven professional schools offer 79 undergraduate majors, 65 master's programs and 30 doctoral programs.

The university holds two classifications from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, as a "research university with high research activity" and for "community engagement" in curriculum, outreach and partnerships. More than $35 million in grants and contracts for research and creative activity are awarded to faculty members annually. Among the most prominent of UNCG's research initiatives are the Gateway University Research Park and the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering. Both are partnerships with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

Globalization of the curriculum has expanded opportunities for international education, through new programs such as the UNC Exchange Program and the Lloyd International Honors College. In addition, innovative signature programs such as Building Entrepreneurial Learning for Life (BELL), Communication Across the Curriculum, Undergraduate Research and Freshman Seminars enhance the student experience.

As a cultural leader, UNCG offers concerts, lectures, dance and theater performances, exhibitions at the internationally known Weatherspoon Art Museum and readings by nationally known authors. In athletics, Spartan teams compete in nine women's and nine men's sports in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. With ethnic minority students making up 26 percent of the student body, UNCG is the most diverse of the UNC system's historically white campuses.

Although much has changed, some things remain the same. The university motto — "Service" — continues to be a guiding principle put into practice through all aspects of university life.

UNCG Schools and College of Arts & Sciences

The University's Academic Affairs Division consists of seven academic schools, the College of Arts & Sciences, the Graduate School and the Lloyd International Honors College. The names below are the ones currently in use. In some cases, the names have changed since the academic units were founded. The schools and their dates of establishment are: Graduate School 1921-22; College of Arts & Sciences 1969, Lloyd International Honors College 2005, Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering 2007, Joseph M. Bryan School of Business & Economics 1969, School of Education 1921, School of Health and Human Sciences 2011, School of Music, Theatre and Dance 2010, and School of Nursing 1966.

Achievements & Accolades

UNCG is garnering national attention and awards for its challenging academic programs, supportive environment and engaged community. Take a look at some of our latest accomplishments and meaningful contributions on campus, in the community and around the globe. Curious about more accolades, achievements, our student body, faculty and staff excellence and other signs of our success? Find out more at UNCG Now: http://newsandfeatures.uncg.edu/.

Challenging Academic Programs

U.S. News & World Report ranked three UNCG online programs among the best in the nation in the 2015 list of Best Online Programs.

UNCG's slate of online programs has earned a top 10 ranking for affordability from BestColleges.com.

The graduate program in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies has earned a Top 10 ranking by the The HDFS Report.

Supportive Environment

UNCG is a Military Friendly School for the fourth straight year, putting it in the top 15 percent of colleges and universities nationwide that are doing the most to support veterans and ensure their success.

UNCG is ranked among the best colleges for your money nationwide by College Factual, a new site that guides students through the college selection process.

The Education Trust singles out UNCG among the nation's universities for its success at closing the gap in graduation rates between black and white students.

Engaged Community

For the fifth year in a row, UNCG has earned the "Tree Campus USA" designation for promoting healthy trees and encouraging the spirit of conservation.

UNCG's innovative dynamic mailbox system has been honored as one of University Business Magazine's Models of Efficiency.

For the eighth consecutive year, UNCG is highlighted on Washington Monthly's list of American universities that contribute most to the public good.

Careers at UNCG

UNCG is committed to the creation of an inclusive, collaborative and responsive university by attracting, retaining and developing a diverse community of talented individuals in support of the university's mission.

Company info

Website: https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/

Telephone: 336-334-5009

Location: 723 Kenilworth Street, Greensboro, NC 27402, United States