Mr. Shahraiz Akbar
Mr. Shahraiz Akbar
Deputy Manager, MarketingAbout Mr. Shahraiz Akbar
Professional Profile
Marketing and sales manager with 15 years of experience across retail, gold, construction, jewellery and education, skilled in developing and implementing marketing strategies, driving sales growth, managing client relationships and identifying new business opportunities.
He holds a Master’s degree in International Marketing from RUDN University, Moscow, and brings an understanding of international markets and cross-sector business operations, a results-driven approach and a strategic vision to the College’s growth.
Qualifications
- MBA in International Marketing, RUDN University, Moscow, Russia (2014)
Achievements & Awards
- Implemented the Student Facilitation System (SFS) at COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, a system that continues to operate (2008–2009)
- Managed a marketing and communications budget of approximately 3 million, Gulf Medical University, Thumbay Group (2016–2024)
- Supported student recruitment and outreach initiatives across the UAE, GCC, Asia and Africa, Gulf Medical University, Thumbay Group (2016–2024)
Areas of Expertise & Key Responsibilities
- Marketing strategy and campaign management
- Building and maintaining relationships with schools, principals, counsellors, agents, corporate partners, students and parents
- Digital marketing, Google Ads and Google Analytics
- Student recruitment and admissions marketing
- Educational outreach and corporate relations
- Customer relationship management and CRM platforms
- Lead generation and conversion
- Market research, competitor analysis and trend forecasting
Professional Certifications & Training
- Practical training and professional experience in Google Analytics, Google Ads, Zoho CRM, SalesIQ and digital marketing platforms