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College Admin Platform Guide

A complete walkthrough of every section, menu, modal, and workflow available to Placement Officers and Org Admins on MySkillDB—with demo GIFs beside each feature.

13 modules 53 features & actions
Module 1

Dashboard

Your central command center for monitoring college activity, launching key workflows, and reviewing recent job and report activity at a glance.

Analytics Cards

View high-level metrics such as active jobs, enrolled students, running sprints, and pending registrations. These cards update in real time to help you spot trends and prioritize daily work.

  • Active jobs and open positions count
  • Student enrollment and registration status
  • Sprint progress and completion rates
  • Pending student verifications

Quick Action Shortcuts

Jump directly to the most common admin tasks without navigating through menus. Each shortcut opens the relevant module or modal for immediate action.

  • Job Hunter — discover and import job listings
  • Design Courses — build or edit course structures
  • Design Tests — create academic and skill assessments
  • Course Content — manage lesson materials and modules
  • Job Content — edit job-specific learning assets
  • Your Classrooms — view and manage classroom assignments
  • Define Access — configure user roles and permissions
  • Your Profile — update account settings and preferences

Recent Jobs Panel

See the latest jobs created or updated across your college. Quickly open a job for editing, review its status, or continue building associated content.

  • Chronological list of recently modified jobs
  • One-click access to job details and editing
  • Status indicators for draft, active, and archived jobs

Reports Preview

Get a snapshot of key report data without leaving the dashboard. Preview totals and trends, then navigate to the full Reports module for detailed analysis.

  • Summary counts for jobs, sprints, and student metrics
  • Quick links to full report views
  • Date-range indicators for current reporting period

Job Hunter Modal

Use AI-powered parsing to extract job details from external listings and save preferred job portals for faster future imports.

  • Paste a job URL or description for AI parsing
  • Review and confirm extracted skills, requirements, and overview
  • Save frequently used job portals for one-click access
  • Import parsed jobs directly into your job board

Add New Portal Modal

Register external job portals so Job Hunter can scrape and import listings from your preferred recruitment sites.

  • Enter portal name and base URL
  • Configure portal-specific parsing settings
  • Manage saved portals from the Job Hunter interface
Module 2

Jobs

Manage your college's job board by creating, editing, and enriching job listings with skills, overview videos, and structured content.

Job Listing Board

Browse all jobs in a searchable, filterable board view. Sort by status, department, or date to find and manage listings efficiently.

  • Search and filter by title, status, or skill
  • View job status at a glance (draft, active, archived)
  • Open jobs for editing or content development

Create Job

Add a new job listing with title, description, required skills, and metadata. New jobs can be saved as drafts or published immediately.

  • Enter job title, company, and role description
  • Define required and preferred skills
  • Set visibility and publication status

Edit Job Modal

Update existing job details including description, requirements, and associated metadata without leaving the job board.

  • Modify title, description, and requirements
  • Update skill associations and job metadata
  • Change publication status or archive the listing

Add Skill Modal

Link skills to a job listing from your skills library or create new skill entries on the fly during job editing.

  • Search existing skills in the library
  • Mark skills as required or preferred
  • Create new skills if not already in the system

Add Job Overview Video Modal

Attach an overview video to a job listing so students understand the role, expectations, and career path before engaging with job content.

  • Upload or link an overview video
  • Add a title and brief description for the video
  • Preview the video before saving
Module 3

Job Studio

Build rich learning assets for each job using a guided workspace and creation wizard for modules, videos, assessments, and flip cards.

Asset Workspace

View and organize all content assets tied to a selected job in one workspace. Navigate between modules, videos, assessments, and flip cards from a unified interface.

  • Browse assets by type and completion status
  • Edit or reorder existing assets
  • Track which assets are published or in draft

Create Assets Wizard

Step through a guided wizard to build complete job learning packages. The wizard walks you through each asset type in a logical sequence.

  • Readable module — structured text content for job concepts
  • Overview video script — scripted narration for role introduction
  • Assessments — skill-check questions tied to job requirements
  • Flip cards — quick-review flashcards for key terms and concepts

Readable Module

Create structured reading content that explains job-specific concepts, workflows, and industry context for students.

  • Rich text editor with headings and formatting
  • Embed images, links, and callout sections
  • Preview module layout before publishing

Overview Video Script

Draft a narration script for job overview videos. Scripts can be used for recording or paired with AI-generated voiceovers.

  • Section-based script editor with timing notes
  • Template prompts for role introduction and expectations
  • Export or copy script for external recording tools

Assessments & Flip Cards

Add interactive learning elements to reinforce job skills. Assessments test comprehension while flip cards support quick revision.

  • Multiple-choice and short-answer assessment questions
  • Flip card front/back content for key concepts
  • Link assessments and cards to specific job skills
Module 4

Sprint

Plan and manage time-bound learning sprints that assign assessments to specific classes and track student progress.

Sprint Manager Dashboard

Overview all active, upcoming, and completed sprints. Monitor enrollment, completion rates, and sprint timelines from a single view.

  • List of sprints with status and date range
  • Progress indicators per sprint and class
  • Quick actions to edit, extend, or close sprints

Create Sprint Modal

Launch a new sprint by defining its name, target classes, and linked assessments. Sprints create focused learning windows for students.

  • Enter sprint name and description
  • Select class scope — choose departments, classes, or sections
  • Pick assessments to include in the sprint
  • Set start and end dates for the sprint window

Class Scope Selection

Define which students participate in a sprint by selecting departments, classes, and sections. Scope controls who sees sprint assignments.

  • Filter by department and class
  • Include or exclude specific sections
  • Preview affected student count before saving

Assessment Selection

Choose academic and job-skill assessments to bundle into a sprint. Selected assessments become the sprint's learning and evaluation tasks.

  • Browse available academic and skill tests
  • Multi-select assessments for the sprint package
  • Reorder assessments to set completion sequence
Module 5

Skills & Academics

Manage topics, classroom recordings, and tests that form the academic and skill foundation for your college's learning programs.

Topic Management

Create and organize learning topics using AI-assisted job-based generation, manual entry, or selection from existing topic libraries.

  • AI job-based creation — generate topics from job skill requirements
  • Manual tab — add topics with custom titles and descriptions
  • Existing tab — browse and reuse topics from the shared library

Classroom Recordings Vault

Store and organize recorded classroom sessions for on-demand student access. Recordings are tagged by subject, class, and date.

  • Searchable vault of uploaded session recordings
  • Filter by subject, teacher, class, or date
  • Playback and download options for authorized users

Add Recording Modal

Upload a new classroom recording with metadata linking it to the correct subject, class section, and session date.

  • Upload video or audio file
  • Assign subject, class, and section
  • Add session title, date, and optional description

Test Management

Create and manage assessments across academic subjects and job-specific skills. Tests can be built manually or generated with AI assistance.

  • Academic tests tab — subject-based exams and quizzes
  • Job skill tests tab — assessments tied to job requirements
  • AI generate — auto-create questions from topics or job skills

AI Test Generation

Automatically generate test questions from selected topics, job skills, or uploaded content. Review and edit AI output before publishing.

  • Select source material (topic, job, or document)
  • Choose question types and difficulty level
  • Review, edit, and approve generated questions
Module 6

Classroom

Configure your college's organizational structure including departments, classes, sections, subjects, and teacher assignments.

Class Setup

Define the foundational structure of your college using modals for departments, classes, sections, and subjects.

  • Departments modal — create academic departments
  • Classes modal — add degree or program classes
  • Sections modal — define sections within each class
  • Subjects modal — register subjects offered per department

Section–Class Assignments

Link sections to their parent classes and assign students to the correct section-class combinations for accurate roster management.

  • Map sections to parent classes
  • View enrollment counts per section
  • Reassign sections when class structures change

Subjects & Teachers Accordion

Assign teachers to subjects within each class section using an expandable accordion interface. Manage teaching loads and subject coverage in one place.

  • Expand class sections to view subject lists
  • Assign or change teacher for each subject
  • View unassigned subjects that need teacher allocation

Department Management

Add, edit, or remove departments and control which subjects and classes belong to each department.

  • Create new departments with name and code
  • Edit department details and associated subjects
  • Archive inactive departments without losing historical data
Module 7

User Management

Manage admin, teacher, and staff accounts through a searchable directory with bulk upload and individual login creation.

User Directory Grid

View all users in a searchable grid with role, status, and last-login information. Filter by role to find specific user groups quickly.

  • Search by name, email, or role
  • Filter by active, inactive, or pending status
  • Edit user details or reset access from the grid

Bulk Upload Modal

Import multiple user accounts at once using a CSV template. Ideal for onboarding entire departments or new academic year cohorts.

  • Download CSV template with required fields
  • Upload completed file for validation
  • Review import preview before confirming creation

Create User Login Modal

Add a single user account with name, email, role, and optional department assignment. Credentials are generated and can be shared securely.

  • Enter full name and email address
  • Assign role (admin, teacher, staff)
  • Set initial password or trigger credential email
  • Link user to department or class if applicable

Role & Access Control

Assign roles that determine which modules and actions each user can access across the MySkillDB platform.

  • Predefined roles with module-level permissions
  • Activate or deactivate user accounts
  • Audit user role changes from the directory
Module 8

Student Registrations

Review and approve pending student signups and share registration links so new students can join your college on MySkillDB.

Pending Verification Dashboard

Review student registration requests awaiting admin approval. Verify details, approve valid signups, or reject incomplete applications.

  • Queue of pending registration requests
  • View submitted student details and documents
  • Approve, reject, or request additional information

Registration Review Workflow

Process student applications through a structured review flow that ensures only verified students gain platform access.

  • Compare submitted data against college records
  • Bulk approve verified batches
  • Send notification upon approval or rejection
Module 9

Reports

Access detailed analytics on jobs, sprints, and student performance to inform academic planning and placement strategy.

Total Jobs Report

Analyze job listing activity across your college including creation trends, status breakdowns, and skill coverage metrics.

  • Total jobs created, active, and archived
  • Jobs grouped by department or skill category
  • Export report data for external analysis

Sprint Reports

Track sprint participation and completion rates by class and section. Identify sprints that need extension or additional support.

  • Completion rates per sprint and class
  • Average assessment scores within sprints
  • Timeline view of sprint start and end dates

Student Metrics Report

Monitor individual and cohort-level student performance including test scores, sprint progress, and job content engagement.

  • Per-student test scores and completion status
  • Class and section aggregate performance
  • Engagement metrics for job content and recordings

Report Export & Filtering

Filter reports by date range, class, department, or sprint and export results for presentations or record-keeping.

  • Date range and scope filters on all reports
  • CSV or PDF export options
  • Save filter presets for recurring reviews
Module 10

Email HR

Send and track outbound HR communications to recruiters, partners, and stakeholders directly from the admin panel.

Outbound Communication Log

View a chronological log of all HR emails sent from your college account including subject, recipient, status, and timestamp.

  • Sent, delivered, and failed status indicators
  • Search log by recipient, subject, or date
  • Open sent emails to review full content

Create New Email Modal

Compose and send a new HR email to recruiters or partners. Use templates for common outreach scenarios or write custom messages.

  • Enter recipient, subject, and body
  • Attach files or include job listing links
  • Preview email before sending
  • Schedule send or deliver immediately

Email Templates

Use pre-built templates for common HR outreach such as job posting notifications, partnership inquiries, and placement updates.

  • Select from saved template library
  • Customize template fields before sending
  • Save frequently used messages as new templates
Module 11

Notice Board

Publish and manage notices for recruiters and students, keeping your college community informed about opportunities and announcements.

Recruiter Postings Tab

View notices targeted at recruiters including job fair announcements, placement drives, and partnership opportunities.

  • List of active recruiter-facing notices
  • Filter by category or publication date
  • Edit or unpublish outdated postings

Published Notices Tab

Browse all live notices visible to students and external audiences. Confirm content accuracy and manage notice lifecycles.

  • All currently published notices in one view
  • Sort by priority, date, or audience type
  • Archive expired notices without deleting history

Create Notice Modal

Draft and publish a new notice with title, body, target audience, and optional expiry date.

  • Enter notice title and rich-text content
  • Select audience — students, recruiters, or both
  • Set priority level and optional expiry date
  • Preview notice layout before publishing

Notice Lifecycle Management

Control notice visibility from draft through publication to archival. Schedule notices to go live at a future date if needed.

  • Save drafts for internal review
  • Schedule future publication dates
  • Auto-expire notices after a set date
Module 12

Virtual Sessions

Schedule and manage live virtual sessions such as webinars, placement prep, and recruiter meetings from an integrated calendar dashboard.

Calendar & Session Dashboard

View upcoming, in-progress, and past virtual sessions on a calendar interface. Click any session for details and join links.

  • Monthly and weekly calendar views
  • Color-coded sessions by type or host
  • Quick access to session join links and recordings

Create Session Modal

Schedule a new virtual session with title, date, time, host, and participant scope. Sessions can be open to specific classes or all students.

  • Enter session title and description
  • Set date, start time, and duration
  • Assign host and co-host teachers
  • Define participant scope by class or section
  • Generate or paste virtual meeting link

Session Attendance Tracking

Monitor who attended each virtual session and export attendance records for reporting purposes.

  • Automatic attendance capture during live sessions
  • Manual attendance override for admins
  • Export attendance lists per session
Module 13

Profile & System Utilities

Manage your admin account settings, report platform issues, and securely log out of the MySkillDB college admin panel.

Profile Page

Update your personal account information including name, email, profile photo, and notification preferences.

  • Edit display name and contact email
  • Upload or change profile photo
  • Configure email and in-app notification settings
  • Change account password

Report Issue Action

Submit bug reports or feature requests directly to the MySkillDB support team with optional screenshots and context.

  • Describe the issue with steps to reproduce
  • Attach screenshots or error messages
  • Receive confirmation and tracking reference
  • View status of previously submitted reports

Logout

Securely end your admin session and return to the login screen. Always log out when using shared or public devices.

  • One-click logout from the profile menu
  • Session cleared from the current browser
  • Re-authentication required on next visit

Need hands-on setup help?

Request a college demo and we'll walk your placement cell through admin setup, job acceptance, and sprint configuration.