Faizan Rashid

Program Coordinator @Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago

Chicago, IL, US

The Credential Programs at UChicago Harris offer short-term, non-degree academic experiences for early- to mid-career professionals, focusing on applied public policy and data skills through intensive workshops and coursework. Led outreach and recruitment by conducting advising calls and email campaigns, managing prospective student data in Slate CRM, and supporting virtual and in-person info sessions, exceeding enrollment targets. Coordinated the end-to-end management of multiple non-degree credential programs by working closely with marketing, operations, and academic teams, helping ensure smooth delivery and a positive experience for participants. Planned and executed student-facing events, including orientation sessions, policy workshops, and social mixers, to promote engagement and foster a sense of community across cohorts. Improved onboarding and admissions processes by identifying bottlenecks in communication between departments (e.g, Registrar, Bursar) and helping streamline student transitions into the program. Acted as a liaison between faculty, staff, and external speakers, ensuring logistical coordination and alignment on curriculum delivery and session materials. Tracked and analyzed program metrics (e.g, enrollment, participation, completion) using tools like Slate CRM and Tableau dashboards, helping identify areas for operational improvement. Contributed to post-program evaluations by reviewing participant feedback and suggesting adjustments to future program sessions and communications.

Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy Analysis

National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Forman Christian College (A Chartered University)

FSc Pre-Engineering, Pre-Engineering