About IKIGAI School of AI
IKIGAI School of AI is a leading AI and future-skills organization working with universities, corporates, government institutions, and training partners to build future-ready talent. Through industry-aligned programs, Centers of Excellence, AI Labs, faculty development initiatives, and workforce transformation projects, we are helping organizations and learners become AI-native.
About the Role
Open Positions1. Business Development Manager - Franchise Expansion & Strategic Partnerships
Experience: 8-12 Years
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and onboard franchise partners.
- Drive strategic partnerships and business growth initiatives.
- Build relationships with educational institutions, training organizations, and ecosystem partners.
- Manage the complete partnership lifecycle from prospecting to closure.
- Represent IKIGAI at industry events and networking forums.
2. Senior Manager - University Training & Academic Partnerships
Experience: 10+ Years
Key Responsibilities:
- Build relationships with Vice Chancellors, Directors, Deans, Registrars,
and Placement Heads.
- Establish strategic partnerships with universities and higher education institutions.
- Drive adoption of industry-integrated training and certification programs.
- Support the launch of AI Labs, Centers of Excellence, Faculty Development Programs, and student skilling initiatives.
- Contribute to long-term institutional growth and engagement.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in Business Development, Institutional Sales, University Relations, Academic Partnerships, Franchise Sales, or Partnership Development.
- Solid communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Experience working with Education, EdTech, Training, Consulting, or Higher Education organizations.
- Ability to build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel as per business requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Existing network within universities, co
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