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Educational institutions face mounting pressure, from workforce shortages and evolving regulations to legacy systems and cybersecurity risk. Protiviti partners with colleges, universities and education organizations to modernize operations, strengthen compliance and build resilience — so leaders can focus on advancing their mission.
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Sectors we serve

Supporting colleges and universities through change

Higher education institutions are navigating enrollment pressures, funding constraints, compliance requirements and aging technology environments. Protiviti helps colleges and universities improve transparency, modernize systems and strengthen controls, without disrupting day‑to‑day academic and administrative operations.

Improving transparency, efficiency and outcomes

K–12 systems face persistent staffing shortages, evolving regulations and pressure to do more with constrained resources. Protiviti supports districts and education agencies with practical solutions that improve financial transparency, operational efficiency, technology enablement and risk management.

Strengthening accountability and operational performance

Public education entities must balance accountability, compliance and service delivery while adapting to new funding models and technologies. Protiviti brings deep public sector experience to help organizations enhance controls, manage risk, modernize systems and improve operational performance.

Helping mission‑driven institutions scale with confidence

Nonprofit education organizations face unique challenges in governance, funding, compliance and growth. Protiviti helps mission‑driven institutions build well‑controlled, efficient operations powered by modern technology and focused on creating impactful learning experiences.

Managing Risk, Adapting to Change and Positioning for Opportunity in Higher Education


Protiviti’s 2026 Top Risks Survey captures the issues education leaders believe will have the greatest impact on their organizations in the year ahead. Higher education institutions are navigating a landscape defined by declining enrollment, regulatory volatility, and the urgent need to modernize legacy systems.
 
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Recent client successes

Protiviti partners with education organizations to deliver measurable improvements across operations, risk management and technology — helping leaders address immediate challenges while building long‑term resilience.

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Protiviti’s solution enabled automated data extraction from five systems into a unified Power BI platform, eliminating manual spreadsheet consolidation and delivering daily KPI updates across departments. Interactive reports now allow users to update forecasts directly, providing real-time visibility into financial performance and supporting more timely, informed decision-making. Read more

Protiviti’s solution enabled automated data extraction from five systems into a unified Power BI platform, eliminating manual spreadsheet consolidation and delivering daily KPI updates across departments. Interactive reports now allow users to update forecasts directly, providing real-time visibility into financial performance and supporting more timely, informed decision-making. Read more

After a surge of more than 18,000 new leads overwhelmed admissions capacity, Protiviti deployed a tailored teleservices solution to pre‑qualify prospects and ensure timely follow‑up. The result was a 27% improvement in scheduled appointments, allowing admissions teams to focus on high‑intent applicants without adding staff. Read more

After a surge of more than 18,000 new leads overwhelmed admissions capacity, Protiviti deployed a tailored teleservices solution to pre‑qualify prospects and ensure timely follow‑up. The result was a 27% improvement in scheduled appointments, allowing admissions teams to focus on high‑intent applicants without adding staff. Read more

Protiviti partnered with a regional public university to redesign its budgeting process and implement driver‑based financial models. The new approach reduced the annual budget timeline by four weeks while improving collaboration, scenario planning and data‑driven decision‑making across the institution. Read more

Protiviti partnered with a regional public university to redesign its budgeting process and implement driver‑based financial models. The new approach reduced the annual budget timeline by four weeks while improving collaboration, scenario planning and data‑driven decision‑making across the institution. Read more

Our services for Education

AI & automation

AI & automation

ERP modernization

  • Centralized ERP readiness assessments
  • Learning Management System (LMS) and Student Information System (SIS) integration and management  
  • System selection, implementation support and rollout
  • Change enablement, training, and post-implementation

Technology strategy & modernization

Finance / operational transformation

Digital transformation

Internal audit

HR & workforce consulting

Legal, risk & compliance

Trusted alliance partner

Protiviti collaborates with leading technology providers and alliance partners to deliver scalable, future‑ready solutions for education institutions. Our alliances support ERP modernization, digital transformation, analytics, automation and cybersecurity initiatives.
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Microsoft
Workday
SAP
Servicenow
Salesforce

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Meet our education consulting experts

Charles Dong
Charles is a Managing Director with Protiviti and serves as the firm’s Global Public Sector industry leader. He has significant experience in providing accounting and financial advisory, risk consulting and business transformation to both Public Sector and commercial ...
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Eric Groen
Eric is a Managing Director with over 20 years of experience in compliance, internal/external audit, and risk management. Eric's focus is primarily in the higher education industry, with specific experience in Internal Audit, Accreditation, Title IV compliance and ...
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Zachary S. Unger
Zack is a Managing Director in the Business Performance Improvement Solution in Protiviti’s Metro New York Region. Zack serves as the East Region Public Sector Lead and has been at Protiviti for over 15 years. During this time, Zack has supported numerous organizations ...
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What types of education organizations does Protiviti serve?

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Protiviti works with higher education institutions, K–12 systems, public sector education entities and nonprofit, mission‑driven education organizations.

How does Protiviti support educational institutions?

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Protiviti provides education consulting services across operations, technology, risk, compliance and workforce — delivering tailored solutions that strengthen performance and resilience.

Does Protiviti support regulatory compliance and audit readiness?

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Yes. Protiviti helps education organizations address regulatory requirements, strengthen internal controls and enhance audit readiness across finance, operations and technology.

How is Protiviti different from other education consulting firms?

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Protiviti combines deep education industry experience with a collaborative, practical approach — delivering scalable solutions aligned to each institution’s priorities.

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