Study Group appoints July Behl to new role of Executive Director of Partner Development

Study Group is delighted to announce the appointment of July Behl to the new role of Executive Director of Partner Development. 

A leading provider of international education, including international study centres run in partnership with an outstanding portfolio of universities across the world, Study Group is committed to developing its global operations to meet the current and future needs of our students and partners.  

The role of Executive Director of Partner Development reflects the company’s investment in future development based on understanding long term trends in global education matched with a strong focus on a high growth environment.  

July Behl brings to the role a track record in strategic partnerships and business development, including a focus on strategic innovation and driving growth for major corporates. His previous roles include working with education providers Pearson and multinational engineering and development companies.  

Chief Executive Officer Ian Crichton commented, 

“I am delighted that July has agreed to join Study Group at an exciting time for the company as international education opens up once more after the pandemic, and as we pursue new opportunities for ambitious global growth.” 

“I am also pleased that July is personally committed to international education through his early commercial work on personalised international education in India and in the light of his own experience as an international student.  

“I look forward to July being an outstanding addition to our team and, even more importantly, an important asset to our university partners and the increased number of students from across the world we want to help to access global education.” 

Executive Director of Partner Development July Behl commented, 

 “I am thrilled to be joining Study Group, an organisation I’ve always admired for widening access to higher education for students from all over the world. As a former international student, I understand the challenges and opportunities that come with pursuing higher education abroad; I’ve been in those shoes. The experience has given me a deep appreciation for the importance of support and guidance for international students. Like Study Group I am committed to fostering a welcoming environment for international students to succeed. 

“I look forward to collaborating with universities and am confident that together we can help even more learners achieve their higher education dreams and create a positive impact on the world.” 

July has a bachelor’s degree with honours in history from Delhi University and an MBA from University of Edinburgh.