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Student Recruitment Officer Courses

Student Recruitment Officers are employed by universities, colleges and training organisations to attract potential students to the institution and secure their enrolment. They are part of the sales and marketing team and spend the majority of their time talking with leads and prospects in person, on the phone, and through video interactions.

As a Student Recruitment Officer you could be meeting with a prospective student on Zoom, updating the customer relationship system (CRM), creating telephone scripting tools and other sales support materials, representing the university at a local careers day, or meeting with the sales team to review monthly conversion rates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Student Recruitment Officers earn?

Salaries for Student Recruitment Officers in Australia start at $75,000 per annum with opportunities for performance bonuses and incentives. Increase your earning capacity by gaining additional qualifications in business administration, sales and marketing, and interpersonal relationships.

What are the job opportunities for Student Recruitment Officers?

There are no clear employment figures for Student Recruitment Officers working in Australia right now. They are employed by universities, Registered Training Organisations (RTOs), community colleges and private schools.

How do I become a Student Recruitment Officer?

Student Recruitment Officers are essentially sales and marketing professionals. To succeed in this occupation, you’ll need excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to connect with people. Launch your career with the Certificate IV in Business (Business Administration) and/or the Diploma of Marketing and Communications. Universities may require a Bachelor’s degree.

If you are seeking a role with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) you will need a thorough understanding of VET (vocational education and training) compliance standards. The Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or the Diploma of Vocational Education and Training will definitely help here.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023

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