Aradhana Samal COUNSELOR

aradhanasamal345@gmail.com
7325802987
Ahmedabad,Gujarat
Female
Indian
17/11/1999
Profile
Empathetic & nurturing guidance counselor with a track record of successfully steering students
toward their educational goals. Have thrived working in overseas for nearly 2 years plus.
Professional Experience
COUNSELOR, Global Opportunities Pvt Ltd
01/2024 – present | Ahmedabad, India
1. Counseling: Provide one-on-one counseling to students to understand their interests, academic background,
and career goals.
2. Country and Course Selection: Help students choose the right country, university, and course based on their
preferences and eligibility.
3. Admission Guidance: Assist with university applications, document preparation, and submission.
4. Visa Guidance: Guide students through the visa application process, including preparing documents and
mock interviews.
5. Test Preparation: Advise students on required entrance exams (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, GRE, GMAT) and
provide resources for preparation.
6. Scholarship Assistance: Inform students about available scholarships and help with applications.
7. Pre-Departure Briefings: Conduct sessions to prepare students for life abroad, covering topics like culture
shock, accommodation, and more.
8. Continuous Support: Offer ongoing support and guidance throughout the student's study abroad journey.
9. Building Relationships: Foster relationships with universities and education institutions worldwide.
10. Staying Updated: Continuously update knowledge on changing policies, university requirements, and
education trends.
COUNSELOR, PLANET EDUCATION
12/2021 – 12/2023 | Ahmedabad, India
Taking care of Admissions & visa process of Australia.
Taking care of statement of Purpose (SOP),Genuine Temporary
 Entrant (GTE) & Interviews of the student.
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Represent in Educational fairs conducted by the organization &

 Partner Institutions.
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Problem-solving abilities, the capability to address challenges that

 may arise during the application and transition process.
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Understanding of visa and immigration procedures, ensuring students

 are well-informed about the legal aspects of studying abroad.
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Familiarity with standardized tests, the ability to guide students in

 preparing for exams crucial for admission to international universities.
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Operation Executive, The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL)

04/2019 – 11/2021 | Ahmedabad, India
 lead a team to develop operational strategies and objectives aligned with the organization's overall vision.
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 Operational planning: developing and implementing operational strategies to enhance efficiency, improve
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guest satisfaction, and drive revenue growth.

 Budgeting and financial management: developing and managing budgets, monitoring expenses, and
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implementing cost-saving measures to ensure profitability.

 Managing staff: overseeing the recruitment, training, and performance of staff members to ensure high levels
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of customer service and operational efficiency.

Education
DIPLOMA IN AVIATION,HOSPITALITY, TRAVEL MANAGEMENT, FRANKFINN INSTITUTE OF AIR HOSTESS
TRAINING
04/2018 – 04/2019 | Bhubaneswar, India
Aviation Management And Operations
 [AMADEUS], [RESERVATION & TICKETING] - Capstone Project
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 Graduation with Distinction

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HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION, INDIRA GANDHI WOMEN'S COLLEGE

05/2017 | Cuttack, India
Science Stream
 Final Grade: [53]%
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HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION, SARASWATI VIDYAMANDIR,COLLEGE SQURE

02/2015 | Cuttack, India
 Final Grade: [73]%
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Skills
SKILLS
 • Empathy and understanding, the ability to connect with students and address their concerns
 • effectively.
 • Patience and perseverance, the resilience to support students through the challenges of
 • studying abroad.
 • (Cultural awareness, the sensitivity to understand and navigate cultural differences and ensure a
 • smooth transition for students.)
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Adaptability/ Technical Skills/ Relationship Building/

 Easily adapt to changing circumstances and be flexible in their approach to problem-solving and
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decision-making.
 Have a good understanding of the technical aspects of their operations to effectively manage and
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oversee processes and systems.

 Able to build and maintain positive relationships with team members, other departments, and
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external stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration and communication.

Languages
English

Gujarati
Hindi

Odia
Declaration
I solemnly declare that the information in this resume is true to the best of my knowledge and belief
Aradhana Samal
Ahmedabad, 30/04/2024