Woxsen University is seeking a

Manager – International Rankings & Institutional Analytics

to lead the day-to-day execution, data management and institutional coordination required for strengthening Woxsen's position across major

global university and business-school rankings and international benchmarking frameworks .The role will be responsible for converting institutional performance into

accurate, timely, verifiable and strategically positioned ranking submissions

across bodies such as

QS, Times Higher Education, Financial Times, U.S. News, ARWU, P&Q;, Bloomberg Businessweek and relevant discipline-specific/global rankings , as applicable.This is a

data-intensive, analytical and execution-oriented role . The Manager will work across Schools, Research, Admissions, International Relations, Placements, Alumni, Finance, HR, Marketing, IQAC and other institutional units to ensure that ranking-relevant data is systematically captured, validated and improved.The ideal candidate should understand that rankings are not merely a reporting exercise—they are an

institutional performance and reputation management function .Key Responsibilities1. International Rankings ManagementManage the end-to-end annual ranking calendar for relevant national and international rankings.Track ranking methodologies, indicators, weightages, eligibility requirements and annual changes.Maintain a central

Rankings Calendar and Compliance Tracker .Coordinate institutional submissions, surveys, data requests and supporting documentation.Ensure timely and accurate responses to ranking agencies.2. Rankings Data & Institutional IntelligenceBuild and maintain a central

Institutional Rankings Database .Develop indicator-wise datasets covering:FacultyResearchCitationsInternationalisationEmployabilityPlacementsAlumniStudent outcomesIndustry engagementSustainabilityEntrepreneurshipDiversityAcademic reputationEmployer reputationInternational faculty/studentsEstablish data definitions and ownership for each ranking indicator.Identify inconsistencies across institutional databases and resolve them before submission.3. Ranking Methodology AnalysisContinuously monitor changes in ranking methodologies.Benchmark Woxsen against peer institutions.Conduct

indicator-level gap analysis .Identify where Woxsen is underperforming, overperforming or failing to receive credit for existing performance.Develop recommendations to improve performance against specific indicators.4.



Data Validation & AuditEnsure every submitted ranking figure is supported by an auditable institutional source.Establish a

source → calculation → submission

trail for major indicators.Conduct pre-submission quality checks.Reconcile ranking data with AACSB, NIRF, NAAC, annual reports, websites and other institutional submissions.Maintain historical datasets to enable year-on-year trend analysis.5. Institutional Data CollectionCoordinate with:Schools | R&D; | HR | Admissions | Placements | Alumni | International Relations | Finance | IQAC | Marketing | Library | Sustainability | ITto establish systematic data collection.The Manager will not merely request data; they will build

repeatable systems through which the data becomes available automatically or routinely .6. Benchmarking & Competitor IntelligenceMaintain a defined peer group of Indian and international universities/business schools.Track:RankingsFaculty strengthResearch productivityCitationsInternationalisationStudent qualityEmployabilityPartnershipsAccreditationProgramme portfolioSustainabilityReputationEmerging institutional strengthsProduce periodic

Woxsen vs. Peer Benchmarking Reports .7. Ranking Performance AnalyticsDevelop dashboards showing:Current position → historical position → peer position → indicator performance → gap → improvement opportunityUse Excel/Power BI/Tableau or equivalent tools to create management dashboards.The role should be able to answer questions such as:“Why did our ranking move?”“Which three indicators are holding us back?”“What would need to improve for us to move into the next ranking band?”“Which data are we currently not receiving credit for?”8. Reputation & Survey ManagementSupport institutional efforts around:Academic reputation surveysEmployer reputation surveysFaculty/expert databasesAlumni engagementInternational partner engagementCorporate relationshipsDevelop systematic and

ethically compliant

engagement mechanisms to improve response rates and institutional visibility.No manipulation, fabricated responses or misrepresentation of institutional information will be permitted.9.



Research & Bibliometric AnalyticsWork closely with the R&D; Office to monitor:Scopus/WoS publicationsCitationsFWCIh-indexInternational co-authorshipInstitutional affiliationsHighly cited papersResearch collaborationJournal qualityField-weighted performanceIdentify publication-affiliation or database issues that may cause Woxsen to lose legitimate ranking credit.10. Internationalisation AnalyticsDevelop institutional datasets covering:International studentsInternational facultyInternational partnershipsStudent mobilityFaculty mobilityInternational research collaborationsJoint programmesInternational placementsGlobal academic engagementsEnsure that definitions are aligned with the relevant ranking methodology.11. Reporting to LeadershipPrepare:Monthly rankings dashboardQuarterly institutional benchmarking reportRanking-specific readiness reportsAnnual rankings strategyExecutive summaries for senior leadershipRed-flag reports on data gapsRecommendations for institutional improvementThe role should convert complex datasets into

transparent management decisions .Key DeliverablesThe successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain:Rankings Master DashboardA single institutional view of all major ranking indicators.Rankings Data DictionaryClear definition, source, owner and calculation methodology for every major metric.Rankings CalendarAll submission dates, surveys, data requirements and institutional owners.Peer Benchmarking DashboardWoxsen versus selected national and international peers.Ranking Gap AnalysisTop weaknesses, opportunities and recommended interventions.Five-Year Rankings DatabaseHistorical data enabling trend and trajectory analysis.Ranking Submission Audit FileEvidence supporting every major submitted figure.Candidate ProfileEducationMaster's degree in

Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Management, Public Policy, Higher Education Administration, Institutional Research or related discipline .MBA/PGDM or equivalent preferred.Additional qualifications in analytics or institutional research will be advantageous.Experience4–8 years of relevant experience , preferably in:University rankingsInstitutional researchHigher-education analyticsAccreditationQuality assuranceBusiness intelligenceInstitutional strategyData analyticsConsultingResearch administrationExperience with

QS, THE, FT, U.S. News, ARWU, NIRF, AACSB, EQUIS or AMBA

will be strongly preferred.Candidates from consulting, analytics or higher-education strategy backgrounds with strong quantitative capabilities may also be considered.

📌 Manager – International Rankings & Institutional Analytics (Mumbai)
🏢 Woxsen University
📍 Mumbai