Consultancy

We are the result-driven trusted partner that transforms your international higher education strategy for sustainable growth and global impact.

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What do we offer?

We provide a full portfolio of consultancy services in the higher education sector through a network of IC Global Fellows, who are leaders and professionals with specialisation in specific areas of internationalisation and global engagement.
The IC Global Fellows are sector-leading experts with a breadth of specialist knowledge and vast experience, so we are able to develop your strategy, expand your offerings, grow your business, solve your problems and fulfil your needs.
Whether you manage a small, growing international team or a large, established institution, we have experience of successfully working with clients in both the UK and international institutions.

What are our areas of expertise?

Strategy, delivery and support

  • Internationalisation at Home (IaH)

  • Transnational Education (TNE)

  • International Strategy

  • International Partnerships

  • Student Mobility

  • Geographical Specialisation (countries and regions)

  • International Alumni Engagement

  • International Marketing and Communications

Resourcing, development, and operations

  • Training – Coaching – Mentoring as a solution

  • Resource Planning

  • Human Resources

  • Finance

  • Legal

  • Operations

  • Governance

Reputation, research and  insights, and thought leadership

  • Business Development

  • Brand and Reputation

  • Change Management

  • Research

  • Thought leadership

  • Data analysis and insight reports

What areas can we support you with? Get in touch?

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What do our clients say?

Keele University was delighted to work with The IC Global to develop the capacity of School Directors of Internationalisation across the University. Their work was key to building up the community of practice both through the formal workshops, collaborative sharing and mentoring process.

Keele University

The IC Global did a fantastic job at supporting us with analysis of stakeholder feedback as part of a brand review we'd conducted. They provided a clear set of findings that we could action, findings which have formed a solid basis for work we are now carrying out to refresh our brand. It was hugely valuable to work with trusted colleagues, who have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of international higher education and the pathway space.

NCUK

The IC Global adopted an extremely professional and personal approach to the project. They agreed clear targets with clear deadlines and unfailingly met our expectations. We were impressed with the expertise within the team and their willingness to go the extra mile. The result was a thorough report which set us off in a really positive direction and which has helped to shape our thinking. Even after completion of the commission, the IC Global team made themselves available to offer support and advice and have a genuine interest in the overall outcome of the work we are doing.

University of Nottingham

With their rich international education experiences, in-depth sector knowledge and insights, as well as their strong network and community, The IC Global provided top-notch quality and professional services, shared best practices, solved problems, helped us build and grow the new team, and develop the engagement strategy with UK HE stakeholders.

British Council, China

We commissioned IC Global to undertake a study to better understand the international student mobility pathways and recruitment channels. We were looking for a supplier with a good understanding of the policy context, lived experience of international recruitment practices, the right contacts within the HE sector in the UK and a good network of enabling organisations internationally. They needed to understand the UK’s ever-changing international student mobility eco-system and have a relationship with all the key players. IC Global ticked every box for us, and we also thoroughly enjoyed working with them.

British Council (Education and Society)

The IC Global did an excellent job at supporting us with a bold and brave move to produce a report communicating the value of pathways, during a period of significant and challenging media attention on the topic of pathways in the UK. We felt this was an important thing to do for the sector and it was hugely valuable to work with trusted colleagues, who have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of international higher education and the pathway space.

NCUK

The IC Global team has built a strong and credible working relationship with the team and their work is frequently mentioned at executive-level meetings as being of the highest standard.

University of Nottingham

The global expertise and knowledge provided by The IC Global was invaluable and the professionalism of the team was evident from day one. The IC Global team’s interview style was considered and diplomatic and this supported the sensitive nature of the project. By doing this, they were able to bring together critical perspectives, roles and processes to the benefit of the project.

The University of Greenwich

The IC Global has demonstrated excellent knowledge and expertise of international higher education common and emerging practices in areas including quality assurance, teaching and learning, partnerships and transnational education. Their professionalism, high level of customer care and flexibility enabled improvements to be done and as a result, they provided a service that fully met the expectations and in certain areas exceeded. The IC Global’s approach is very welcoming, open and inclusive, they are willing to make their work most relevant to their clients and they certainly know how to add value and build sustainable relationships.

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How do we work?

Working Collaboratively

We believe in working collaboratively with you to deliver on your projects. We will help you to find the balance between what is possible and what is achievable. When supporting you, we take a consultative, independent and objective approach.

Specialist Experience and Expertise

We use our specialist experience and expertise as international education leaders and influencers to provide well informed, impactful, actionable and winning recommendations and outcomes.

Sector Best Practice

The diversity of our consultants means they have a true understanding of sector best practice, so we can assess, adjust and improve your activities. Your carefully selected team of consultants will be your trusted advisors bringing you innovative solutions and creative ideas to ensure sustainable, long term outstanding results and success.

Impact Driven

As specialists who have worked in the education sector for many years, we understand the marketplace, the education landscape and your role within it, and will work with you to ensure a clear focus on delivering outcomes and impact.

Values Led

Our core values of sustainability, collaboration, innovation, global learning and inclusivity underpin everything we do. Being values-led ensures successful and mutually beneficial relationships in all our projects.

Who are our clients?

A collective of expertise

We provide a full-portfolio of consultancy services delivered through a network of IC Fellows who are professionals with specialisation in specific areas of internationalisation and global engagement. We support organisations, governments, representative bodies, institutions and individuals globally, providing them with external and impartial expertise. Could you benefit from the support of a team of experienced consultants?

Our IC Global Fellows are well placed to help you because they have either held senior positions in the higher education sector; played influential roles in sector-specific advisory and professional bodies and/or provided consultancy/training/audits within the sector.

How can we support you? Get in touch!

Contact Our Team