Senior Director - Transnational Education Partnerships

Senior Director Transnational Education (TNE) Partnerships

Business Line: MSM Group

Location: Gurugram

Reports to: Vice President

Role Overview

The Senior Director Transnational Education (TNE) Partnerships will lead and expand MSM Group’s global TNE initiatives, including dual degrees, articulation agreements, offshore campuses, and academic collaborations. The role is focused on building high-impact academic partnerships that drive internationalization, enhance institutional growth, and promote cross-border access to quality education.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Partnership Development
• Identify and establish long-term TNE partnerships with universities, colleges, government bodies, and education networks.
• Manage a strong pipeline of TNE opportunities such as 2+2, 3+1, dual degrees, twinning programs, and research collaborations.

Global Academic Engagement

• Represent MSM at global education events, summits, and institutional forums.
• Act as a key liaison between academic partners and MSM’s internal teams to ensure effective collaboration.

Contracting & Institutional Alignment

• Oversee end-to-end contracting processes for TNE agreements including MoUs, articulation frameworks, and QA protocols.
• Ensure regulatory and accreditation compliance in home and host countries.

Program Design & Commercialization

• Co-develop globally relevant academic programs with partner institutions.
• Contribute to program pricing, delivery models, credit transfers, and mobility pathways.

Stakeholder & Government Engagement

• Cultivate relationships with accreditation bodies, regulators, and embassy representatives.
• Lead policy advocacy efforts and institutional discussions to promote international academic exchange.

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Define KPIs and performance metrics for TNE initiatives.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in higher education partnerships, academic development, or international relations, with a focus on transnational education.
• Proven success in developing and managing global academic collaborations across countries and education systems.
• Deep understanding of international regulatory frameworks and accreditation standards.

Key Competencies

• Academic Leadership: Strong expertise in higher education models and cross-border program design.
• Strategic Influence: Ability to align stakeholder goals and drive complex negotiations.
• Global Mindset: Cross-cultural sensitivity and experience working in diverse regulatory environments.
• Execution Excellence: Capability to implement scalable and sustainable academic initiatives.
• Collaboration: Effective teamwork across academic, legal, operations, and marketing units.

About MSM Group

MSM Group is a global leader in international education, student mobility, and workforce development with operations in over 20 countries. Through its platforms such as MSM Unify, Q Academy, and Innivec, MSM creates transformative opportunities by linking students, institutions, and partners worldwide. The Senior Director – TNE Partnerships will play a strategic role in scaling MSM’s academic footprint and driving cross-border impact.