Education
Helping education institutions reinvent
Transforming education with Accenture
Educational institutions face increasing pressure to show value through better student outcomes, accessibility and affordability. Accenture’s Education practice helps institutions to build a strong digital core that integrates data, infrastructure and applications so that they can improve experiences for students, families, employees and alumni while addressing evolving operational demands.
We have aided over 300 institutions globally, enhancing services and operations with a team of 500+ practitioners.
How we help education institutions
Improve learner and constituent experience PreK-gray
Education institutions are under pressure to demonstrate their value. They seek to achieve their mission of student success while improving accessibility, affordability, and outcomes. We support institutions by enhancing the processes, platforms, and data infrastructure that drive enrollment, retention and alumni engagement, building a stronger constituent experience.
Plan and implement ERP/SIS operational upgrades
Institutions face growing pressure to increase operational efficiency, which can be achieved by adopting modern applications and systems. We offer end-to-end process and technology transformation services, including business process improvements, technology assessments, platform selection, pre-implementation readiness, platform implementation, change management and training.
Modernize the IT enterprise
Institutions handle highly sensitive data and work to protect that data through maintenance of robust IT infrastructures and security measures. We help institutions modernize and protect their IT ecosystem through transforming IT operating models and cybersecurity engagements like conducting security audits, developing roadmaps and implementing improvements.
Prepare for talent and skills needs of tomorrow
Just as students expect a positive experience with their institution, faculty and staff expect the same in their day-to-day work environment. We help institutions better support their faculty and staff through talent acquisition operational assessments, coaching for team effectiveness, and designing and implementing change management programs.
Leverage data, AI and establish the digital core
Institutions are taking steps to modernize data infrastructures to improve operations and realize new value streams, including as a foundation for AI. We help by enhancing data governance strategies, securing cloud environments for increased grant funding, and improving visibility and data availability to support AI processes from recruiting to advancement and beyond.
Modernize learning opportunities and experiences
Institutions are modernizing learning tools to cater to diverse students and learning styles. We conduct research and assessments to help design blueprints for new programs (non-credit, lifelong learning, etc.), integrate virtual reality into classrooms as a supplemental tool, and ensure that educational objectives are effectively met.
Our work with education clients
Accenture is teaming with Queensland University of Technology to reinvent how they communicate, engage, support, attract and retain students throughout their higher education journey.
The university transformed its HR and workforce experience with the help of Accenture and Workday Human Capital Management.
University of Cincinnati saw an opportunity to maintain students’ excitement for acceptance by creating moments that matter.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute transforms critical functions to equal its world-class degree programs, ensuring a clear view of its students.
Arrupe College of Loyola University Chicago is rethinking the way students access higher education with a high-quality, high-touch, low-cost model.
Workday Student and Supply Chain helped a large US university medical center gain oversight into its student population and urgent supplies.
Northeastern University built a hybrid, flexible learning model known as "NUFlex," which has left a lasting mark on the student experience.
Research, recognition, news
Accenture is named a Leader in IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Higher Education Cloud Professional Services 2024 Vendor Assessment
George Mason University and Accenture collaborate on Salesforce Education Cloud integration for improved student support & outcomes.
The study’s findings present a strong imperative for institutions starting to think differently about how they serve students over their lifetimes.
Accenture's Udacity acquisition enhances LearnVantage with AI & tech skills training for 21M learners globally.
Of executives say making tech more human will boost every industry.
Modernization isn’t just about adding tools—it’s about ensuring great experiences for residents and those who serve them. Agencies that align technology with human needs turn digital investments into enduring public value.
Five imperatives the C-suite must address to reinvent in the age of generative AI.