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Ltd.LocationBhopal Head OfficeTravelExtensive, pan-IndiaEmployment typeFull-timePreferred backgroundNLU or IIM alumniExperience2-4 years in partnerships, institutional sales, business development or education consultingToprankers is a coaching-focused edtech company headquartered in Bhopal, running 64 company-owned centres across 32 Indian cities. It is best known for preparing students for CLAT, IPMAT and other competitive entrances.\nThe College Advisory Program is Toprankers' newest offering. It helps students choose the right college and course, and builds structured partnerships with schools and higher-education institutions across India.\nRole Purpose\nThe Manager - Partnerships will build and grow the institutional partner network for the College Advisory Program. 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