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    Education and skills

    Strategic thinking in education and skills to boost the UK’s productivity.

    Higher education providers face multiple questions in a transforming world. Cost pressures are universal. Improved digital infrastructure is urgently needed, but requires significant investment. Student expectations of learning flexibility and value for money are increasing; while volumes of international students are not guaranteed. Alternative routes such as apprenticeships and the government’s Lifelong Learning Entitlement have implications for the traditional tertiary education model.

    At KPMG, we have the deep understanding and knowledge of the sector built up over many years to help it deal with the challenges. We bring incisive insights and fresh thinking to create a dynamic way forward. We draw on sector specialists and technical expertise to bring multi-disciplinary solutions in a trusted relationship that helps institutions transform. As an organisation that recruits over 1500 graduates and 600 apprentices each year, we also bring an inside perspective on the skills and attributes that are needed by employers to withstand the challenges in an industry that is also being disrupted by policy, technology and regulation

    We worked with 130+ Universities last year and we ranked 'Diamond' in the top education consultancy firms by consultancy.uk. We work in close partnership with higher education providers, such as our strategic partnerships for innovation with Leeds, Nottingham and Cambridge as well as UA92 and South Central Institute of Technology. In addition, our connections with government departments, regulators and funders gives us a wider strategic view of the policy making environment and direction of travel.

    Sam Sanders

    Partner, Consulting Lead for Education, Skills & Productivity (ESP)

    KPMG in the UK


    How KPMG can help

    Our unique 360 degree insight means we bring both challenge and understanding. We deliver work that bridges the gap between strategy and execution across areas including:

    • Strategy development, including growth and deal options
    • ESG strategy and approach
    • Funding and debt advisory
    • Organisational transformation
    • Digital transformation
    • Modernised systems and cloud migration
    • Enhanced decision making through data & analytics
    • Risk and assurance to boards and executives
    • International support and advice, including international tax
    • Place based skills strategies
    • Informing policy making at all levels


    Our difference

    Our deep technical skills, sector knowledge and track record set us apart. We help institutions chart new pathways to sustainable systems, opening the door to greater efficiency, cost effectiveness and data-driven decision making.

    Working collaboratively alongside universities and colleges as a trusted partner, we catalyse change for improved outcomes – helping build thriving centres of lifelong learning and knowledge.

    Our main areas of support for our clients

    Audit

    Get deeper insight and increase audit transparency by harnessing the latest innovative technologies.

    Tax

    Helping you navigate tax policy with specialist knowledge and technology.

    KPMG Powered Enterprise HR

    Shape your workforce for the future.

    KPMG Powered Enterprise IT

    Get more from your technology.

    Customer consulting

    Our Customer Consulting Team helps you put your customer at the heart of your enterprise to drive sustainable growth and commercial value.

    Corporate finance

    Whether you are selling your business, raising capital or making an acquisition, our corporate finance experts can help you execute your M&A strategy.

    Cyber security services

    Cyber security is more than a technology issue – it’s a golden thread that runs throughout your business, enabling it to operate effectively, efficiently, and securely. Our Cyber experts can help you to protect your future.


    Who are we working in collaboration with?

    Wonkhe

    A series of opinion pieces engaging with Higher Education in exciting new ways.

    University Partnerships

    In 2021, KPMG launched a number of strategic partnerships to benefit our clients, colleagues and communities.

    UCISA

    We've joined the discussion around the digital opportunities for universities.

    Financial Sustainability

    How can Higher Education Institutions navigate their cost pressures?

    Powered Student

    A modern and digital student education experience that connects the whole of the university.

    Powering London

    How universities drive growth through people, place and knowledge.


    Our infrastructure, government and healthcare insights

    A first class finance system for the University of St Andrews

    Implementing a cloud-based finance solution with Oracle

    Turning Research into Action


    Research translation: What are the considerations for the UK higher education institutions

    Taking higher education to new heights


    How we are helping ensure Durham University can continue to achieve success in the digital age.


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    Our case studies

    Establishing the building blocks for IT evolution

    A case study with Lancaster University
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    How we can help

    Future of skills

    How do you make your organisation ready?

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    Harnessing AI in Education

    Enrich your university's future

    Financial Sustainability

    How can Higher Education Institutions navigate their cost pressures?


    A future for all, a world for one


    A future for all, a world for one

    KPMG: Shaping Citizens’ Futures, Together
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    Our people

    Sam Sanders

    Partner, Consulting Lead for Education, Skills & Productivity (ESP)

    KPMG in the UK

    Justine Andrew

    Head of Education, Skills and Productivity in the UK

    KPMG in the UK


    Get in touch

    Read enough? Get in touch with our team and find out why organisations across the UK trust us to make the difference.

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