About Us
MMA is a team of higher-education specialists with one focus: converting South Asia's direct university applicants into enrolled students. We've worked the India and South Asia student market for over two decades — for universities, governments, and education bodies.
Today we bring that depth to a university's hardest yield problem: converting the inbound it already has. We read intent in your direct South Asia applicant pool and land the students genuinely committed to enrolling.
15,000+ students
15+ Clients
- Top 5 research university
- Top 15 public university
- Mid-sized research university
- International education council
- Independent research think-tank
- Regional government agency
- Membership organization for universities
- Government international education division
Experienced Professionals
Our team at MMA is a blend of seasoned education specialists, counsellors, and skilled digital marketers. We leverage our deep-rooted relationships and unique competencies to convert high-intent student applicants from South Asia for the institutions we serve.
Over two decades of experience has shaped our understanding of higher-education institutions and the international student market in India, enabling us to deliver strategic outcomes for our clients.
Maria Mathai, MMA founder, was awarded prestigious Governor General's medallion by Canada's Head of State for her “dedication to learning and to promoting Canadian education interests in India.”
Maria Mathai
Founder
Maria Mathai has over 20 years of experience working in international education industry in India. Prior to founding MM Advisory Services, Maria was the Director of the Canadian Education Centre (CEC) in India which was set up with support from Government of Canada to promote Canada as an education destination.