Acumen Appoints Raji Sogamaur as Country Director for Malaysia
3 min readeighth January 2024: Acumen, a part of the Sannam S4 Group, are proud to announce the appointment of Raji Sogamaur as the brand new Country Director for Malaysia, bringing over 17 years of in depth expertise within the schooling business. Raji’s exceptional profession spans Corporate Marketing, PR and Communications, Business Development, and Student Recruitment.
In her earlier roles, Raji demonstrated her proficiency by driving market enlargement throughout Southeast Asia, South Asia, and Australasia. Her strategic imaginative and prescient and management have persistently contributed to the expansion and success of instructional establishments in various areas.
Before becoming a member of Acumen, Raji performed a pivotal position at Swinburne University of Technology, Sarawak. As a key determine main a big staff of selling, pupil recruitment, and admissions professionals, she spearheaded a strategic realignment that resulted in vital progress in each income and pupil numbers. As a valued member of the chief group, Raji actively assisted in shaping and executing the college’s strategic initiatives in collaboration with senior members.
During her tenure at RCSI & UCD Malaysia Campus, an Irish Medical Foreign Branch Campus, Raji led the Corporate Marketing, PR & Communications, and Student Recruitment Teams. Her strategic contributions have been instrumental in driving income progress for the college. Raji efficiently spearheaded the restructuring of the company advertising and marketing staff, emphasising the hiring, coaching, and retention of a high-performing group of entrepreneurs and communications specialists.
One of her vital achievements was main the rebranding train when the college attained Foreign Branch Campus Status in 2018. Raji’s obligations additionally prolonged to fostering strategic partnerships for the college. Through shut collaboration with the Irish Embassy, Foundation Schools, and different stakeholders, she labored tirelessly to reinforce the establishment’s status.
Having lived in Singapore for greater than 9 years, Raji brings a wealth of expertise working in cross-cultural settings and extremely matrixed organisations. Her collaborative efforts prolonged past borders, involving partnerships with universities within the UK, Australia, Germany, and Ireland.
“We are thrilled to welcome Raji Sogamaur to the Acumen household as our Country Director for Malaysia. Her wealthy background in schooling and spectacular monitor file of driving progress align seamlessly with our mission. Raji’s strategic acumen and management abilities make her a helpful addition to our staff,” stated Adrian Mutton, Acumen Founder and Executive Chairman.
Raji’s appointment comes at an thrilling time for Acumen, as the organisation continues to strengthen its presence within the schooling sector. Her management is anticipated to play a pivotal position in driving ahead Acumen’s dedication to delivering distinctive worth to its shoppers and companions.
ACUMEN, a part of Sannam S4 Group, is dedicated to serving to globally-ambitious college and schooling companions enter, discover and develop in South Asia, South East Asia, and past. We supply a devoted vary of providers to drive recruitment, pupil enrolment, develop strategic partnerships, and analysis collaboration. As a end result, we act as an extension of your model, by connecting you with the world’s finest college students, utilising strategic worldwide schooling alternatives, understanding your superb market via analysis and insights, and assist mitigate any dangers alongside the way in which. We function in over 20 international locations, with greater than 250 business practitioners with deep native data and world experience. We assist navigate a aggressive schooling panorama from finish to finish, whereas at all times prioritising your success.
Rekha Nair