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Mimshack Educational Consult

1. Overview​

Mimshack Educational Consult is the group's specialized arm for international education and global mobility. It helps individuals achieve their dreams of studying, traveling, and exploring opportunities abroad through expert guidance, comprehensive documentation support, and strategic global partnerships.

2. Mission & Market​

  • Mission: To bridge the gap between African talent and global opportunities by providing transparent, efficient, and reliable educational consultancy services.
  • Market: High school graduates, undergraduates, and young professionals in Africa seeking international exposure, particularly in the UK, USA, Canada, and Europe.

3. Services Offered​

  • Study Abroad Advisory: Expert guidance on choosing the right country, course, and institution.
  • Visa Application Support: End-to-end assistance with visa documentation and interview preparation.
  • School Placement: Managing admissions and placements into partner and non-partner universities.
  • Scholarship Guidance: Helping students identify and apply for funding opportunities.
  • Travel Documentation: Assistance with passports, health insurance, and other travel essentials.
  • Career Counseling: Aligning educational choices with long-term professional goals.

4. Target Customers​

  • Students: High school and university graduates seeking further education.
  • Young Professionals: Individuals looking for Masters, PhDs, or professional certifications abroad.
  • Families: Parents seeking quality international education for their children.
  • Career Switchers: Professionals looking to pivot through international degree programs.

5. Tech Stack​

  • Web: Next.js (Consultation booking & Landing page).
  • Backend: Laravel (API & Business Logic).
  • CRM: Custom Internal Case Management System.
  • Infrastructure: VPS hosting.
  • Communication: WhatsApp Business API integration.

6. App Features​

  • Application Tracking: Real-time visibility into the status of school and visa applications.
  • Document Checklist: Automated, course-specific checklists for students to ensure nothing is missed.
  • Consultation Scheduling: Integrated calendar for booking 1-on-1 sessions with experts.
  • Payment Tracking: Dashboard for monitoring service fees, school deposits, and other payments.
  • Partner School Directory: Searchable database of affiliated institutions and their requirements.

7. API Integrations​

  • Payments: Paystack for service fees and consultation deposits.
  • Meetings: Zoom/Google Meet API for virtual counseling sessions.
  • Notifications: Termii for SMS alerts regarding application milestones.
  • Storage: AWS S3 for secure document vaulting (transcripts, passports).

8. Operations Flow​

  1. Consultation: Client books a session via the website or WhatsApp.
  2. Assignment: A dedicated Case Officer is assigned to the client’s profile.
  3. Review: Case officer performs a thorough documentation and eligibility review.
  4. Submission: Application is submitted to the chosen institutions.
  5. Visa Guidance: Upon receiving an offer, the team initiates visa prep and mock interviews.
  6. Post-Placement: Support with flight booking, accommodation, and settlement advisory.

9. Support & Escalation​

  • Dedicated Case Officers: Every client has a single point of contact.
  • Priority Support: Escalation path for urgent visa deadlines or expiring offers.
  • Partner Channels: Direct communication lines with university international offices for fast-tracked resolutions.

10. Roadmap​

  • Phase 1: Launch of the dedicated Student Portal for document self-service.
  • Phase 2: Full application automation for partner institutions.
  • Phase 3: Partner Institution Dashboard for real-time lead and enrollment management.

11. Known Issues​

  • Document Latency: Delays in receiving official transcripts from local institutions often slow down applications.
  • Visa Volatility: Constant changes in international visa policies require manual updates to the guidance modules.

12. KPIs & Metrics​

  • Visa Success Rate: Target > 95% for all processed applications.
  • Placement Rate: % of clients receiving at least one admission offer.
  • Client NPS: Net Promoter Score measuring student and parent satisfaction.