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Advising higher education worldwide

Expert guidance for institutions

Global solutions for colleges

Strategic planning for institutions

Develop tailored strategies to strengthen your institution’s mission, growth, and long-term sustainability. Our experts guide you through every step of the planning process.

International partnership development

Expand your global reach with effective partnership strategies. We connect institutions with the right collaborators to foster academic and operational success.

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Operational and academic reviews

Enhance performance with comprehensive reviews of academic programs and operations. We identify opportunities for improvement and actionable solutions.

Higher education expertise

Advising institutions for success

Empowering mission-driven institutions to thrive through expert consulting, global insight, and sustainable innovation.

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Services

Expert Guidance for Higher Education

Higher education insights & updates

Discover case studies, expert analysis, and practical strategies for institutional growth and leadership.

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International Education Conferences

Invited to speak at international conferences

Edu Alliance senior consultants are often invited to speak at top international conferences on specialist and general topics related to higher education.

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Interview

Dr. Senthil Nathan on CNN Newsroom

Dr. Senthil Nathan was interviewed on CNN Newsroom. The discussion covered the contributions of international graduate students to U.S. universities.
The manifold advantages that international graduate students bring to US universities were discussed at length.

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Case Study

American University of Bahrain​ and the Center for Lifelong Learning and Applied Research (CLAR)

Edu Alliance analysis demonstrated a significant need to develop a strong and vibrant Center for Lifelong-learning and Applied Research

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Case Study

Feasibility Study - Center for Continuing Education New York University, Abu Dhabi

Dr. Senthil Nathan details a college’s approach to increasing diversity and retention with updated recruitment practices.

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Blog

Edu Alliance Journal

Edu Alliance Journal delivers expert analysis and thought leadership on emerging trends and challenges shaping higher education in the U.S. and around the world.

Interviews

Artificial Intelligence & Education

The Future of Education with AI: Opportunities & Challenges: Research universities developing breakthroughs in AI; but in teaching and learning, there is resistance to apply AI; relevance of many degree programs for the world of AI.

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Higher Ed Without Borders

A 30-minute podcast series produced by Edu Alliance

Our episodes feature thought-provoking conversations with global higher education leaders, tackling critical topics that shape the future of education. Launched in 2022, the series has gained a robust following, with 14 episodes to date featuring leaders from the U.S., Japan, the UAE, and beyond.

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Opinion Pieces

Providing insights to mass media on higher education

Edu Alliance is often sought after by the popular print-media and digital-media to provide insights into important national, regional, and global developments in higher education.

Trusted by higher education leaders

Dr. Nathan is a visionary and always thinks ahead of the team. He has amazing strategic planning and tactical skills. His ability to switch from working on one subject/project to another completely different subject in a short span of time is amazing.

Dr. Hamad Odhabi
Vice Chancellor at Abu Dhabi University
former Dean at Higher Colleges of Technology

Lindenwood University is very pleased with the consulting received from Edu Alliance. We asked for a business case to start a branch overseas and we feel you all did a very good job scoping out the landscape, interviewing the appropriate folks on the viability of the branch and put together a financial business case to support findings.  I would certainly recommend Edu Alliance as I believe you truly care about the work you do and the deliverables you produce.

Dr. John R. Porter
President, Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO, USA

I’ve had the great pleasure and honor of working with Dean and Senthil on issues related to education for many years, most recently while I served as President of the American University of Bahrain. They are first-rate thinkers, and their work helps practitioners like me stay on top of trends and issues that impact our institutions. 

Dr. Bradley Cook
President American University of Iraq - Baghdad

Overall, the Edu Alliance team has been a tremendous help to me as I took on the task of adding graduate programs to NYUAD. Being able to regularly consult with a set of experienced academic administrators and to obtain relevant and insightful data was invaluable. I felt like we've had an excellent and productive relationship and I have found the team to be responsive, productive, and excellent colleagues.

Dr. Carol Genetti
Vice Provost for Graduate and Postdoctoral Programs
NYU Abu Dhabi

Past and current clients

Abu Dhabi University
United Arab Emirates University
Ajman University
ADEK
NYUAD
Dubai Investments
KIMEP University
Zayed University
University of Georgia Tbilisi
Murdoch University
Sullivan University
Zayed University
Rabdan Academy
Musicians Institute
Abu Dhabi University
United Arab Emirates University
Ajman University
ADEK
NYUAD
Dubai Investments
KIMEP University
Zayed University
University of Georgia Tbilisi
Murdoch University
Sullivan University
Zayed University
Rabdan Academy
Musicians Institute
our team

Expertise for higher education

Meet the consultants guiding institutions worldwide. Our team brings decades of leadership experience in higher education to every project.

Your questions, answered

Clarity for your next step

Explore answers to common questions about our consulting services, process, and expertise in higher education.

What consulting services do you provide?

We offer management consulting, strategic planning, partnership development, accreditation support, and market analysis for higher education institutions worldwide.

Who do you typically work with?

We support universities, colleges, and K-12 schools in the UAE, GCC/MENA regions, Asia, and the rest of the world, as well as international universities seeking guidance on institutional growth and global engagement.

What is your team's background?

Our consultants have held senior roles in higher education and completed 60+ projects across diverse academic settings.

How can we begin a engagement?

Email Dr. Senthil Nathan at senthil.nathan@edu-alliance.net to schedule a consultation. We’ll discuss your needs and recommend a tailored approach for your institution.