MBA Enrollment Data Analyst

Rice University • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The MBA Enrollment Data Analyst supports the strategic objectives of the Rice Business Recruiting and Admissions Office as part of the MBA Enrollment Management Operations team. Reporting to the Director of MBA Operations, the role collects, analyzes, interprets, and reports Rice Business MBA enrollment data to inform recruiting and admissions strategies, enrollment planning and forecasting, and data-informed decision-making in support of enrollment targets.

The analyst manages data concerning prospective student engagement, application activity, admissions decisions, enrollment conversion, student demographics, and prospective student experiences. The role supports the development and maintenance of forecasting models, dashboards, and reports to monitor performance, identify trends, and evaluate progress toward enrollment goals.

The position also improves and maintains data integrity through ongoing auditing, cleaning, validation, and standardization. The analyst identifies and resolves inconsistencies, establishes consistent reporting definitions and methods, and collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure reliable, accurate, and actionable reporting across the Recruiting and Admissions Office.

This is an exclusively on-site position at McNair Hall, with a five-day in-office schedule and an 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. workday. Remote work opportunities are limited and may be assessed and approved as needed after the probationary period. Business professional attire is often required, with flexibility for business casual attire in some circumstances. The hiring range is commensurate with experience. The position is exempt and not eligible for overtime.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; no substitutions permitted for the degree requirement.
• At least two years of professional data analysis experience. Additional related education beyond the required degree may substitute for experience on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
• In-depth knowledge and experience using and applying analytical software, database management system software, database reporting software, database user interface and query software, and data mining software.
• Advanced ability to collect data using methods such as data mining and hardcopy or electronic documentation study to improve or expand databases.
• Basic statistical ability.
• Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple activities in a deadline-oriented environment; strong organization, flexibility, and rigorous attention to detail.
• Ability to use logic to calculate data and efficiently construct a database or scrutinize the form of a question.
• Ability to work with data of varying levels of quality and validity.
• Demonstrated ability to present data clearly and understandably while meeting user requirements.
• Ability to work in person on campus five days per week, with the stated 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. workday.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education, graduate business education, or enrollment management.
• Experience working with CRM platforms such as Slate, Salesforce, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of data extraction and database management.
• Experience with enrollment funnel analysis, forecasting, and conversion reporting.
• Experience presenting analytical findings to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Familiarity with graduate rankings, external benchmarking surveys, and institutional reporting.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret enrollment data across all Rice Business MBA modalities.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and recurring reports monitoring inquiries, leads, applications, admissions, deposits, and matriculation.
• Track enrollment funnel performance at the direction of the Director of Operations and identify trends, conversion gaps, and improvement opportunities.
• Monitor progress against enrollment goals and provide regular reports to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Conduct historical and comparative analyses to support enrollment forecasting, strategic planning, and resource allocation.
• Identify opportunities to improve data collection, reporting processes, and the use of analytics in enrollment management strategies.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather and validate enrollment-related information, including graduate student profiles and employment outcomes, student demographics, admissions selectivity, academic profiles, and program performance.
• Identify data discrepancies and work with stakeholders to ensure information is accurate, consistent, and submitted on time.
• Serve as a primary data resource for internal stakeholders contributing to enrollment objectives.
• Provide insights to inform recruiting strategies, event effectiveness, lead management, and enrollment conversion.
• Conduct ongoing data audits, cleanup, and standardization to address historical discrepancies and improve data accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
• Establish and maintain standardized data definitions, reporting methodologies, and documentation for consistent enrollment reporting and analysis.
• Identify opportunities for synergy and integration with Recruiting and Admissions Office and Rice Business colleagues.
• Coordinate with primary stakeholders aligned with enrollment management targets, including Marketing and Rice Business reporting.
• Provide as-needed support to enrollment management initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level