Academic Advisor

The University of Southern Mississippi

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Evaluate transcripts and advise new prospective undergraduate and second degree students on the applicability of transfer credit for College of Business and Economic Development program requirements; prepare semester guides for new students showing courses completed; and meets individually with new students who missed Preview (orientation). Ensure student degree progress report is accurate in SOAR; process course substitutions in business core and general education core; process add/drop/withdrawal of classes, change of major/minor/certificate applications, overloads on classes and prerequisite for classes.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHattiesburg, MS

    Description

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

    Job Summary

    Advise undergraduate business students regarding progression to degree, course selections, and student success. Assist the college with the recruitment and retention of students.

    Primary Duties and Responsibilities

    • Advise continuing students each semester prior to registration; update the semester guide prior to the advising meeting.
    • Evaluate transcripts and advise new prospective undergraduate and second degree students on the applicability of transfer credit for College of Business and Economic Development program requirements; prepare semester guides for new students showing courses completed; and meets individually with new students who missed Preview (orientation).
    • Audit and approve applications for degree for undergraduate CBED students and meet with students when filing for degree to discuss GPA requirements; course requirements, residency requirements, and final-processing procedures.
    • Advise and coach students on Probation, Probation Continued, and Suspension; hold signature authority for the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education related to Exceptions in SOAR, Probation, Probation Continued, and Suspension student''s SOAR holds.
    • Answers questions from faculty, staff, and general public regarding degree requirements for CBED and College policies and University policies regarding enrollment; notifies faculty, staff, and students of important dates.
    • Ensure student degree progress report is accurate in SOAR; process course substitutions in business core and general education core; process add/drop/withdrawal of classes, change of major/minor/certificate applications, overloads on classes and prerequisite for classes.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

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