Session Focus
The Nigeria Special served up a detailed Nigeria case study of Enroly industry data, seasoned with expert analysis from economists, thought leaders and specialists in the market.
Event Highlights and Key Takeaways:
Market Opportunities:
• Diversify University Presence: Consider expanding university recruitment efforts beyond major cities in Nigeria.
• Explore TNE Models: Investigate opportunities for delivering education through transnational models.
• Sector Collaboration: Explore possibilities for increased collaboration through consortium group university operations and with organisations like Enroly.
• Data Strategy Review: Review university data strategies and the use of real-time market intelligence.
• First-Mover Advantage: Evaluate options for gaining a first-mover advantage through new initiatives or locations in Nigeria.
Key Discussion Points:
1. Graduate Route and Economic Condition
2. Higher Education and Cultural Adaptation
3. Product-Market (Channel & Model) Fit
4. Opportunities in Nigeria's North
5. Resilience and Optimism in the Nigerian Market
We were joined by various experts such as:
Mary Curnock Cook CBE
Facilitating our discussion, Mary is a former UCAS CEO, is Chair of the Dyson Institute and Pearson Education Ltd; a non-executive director for the London Interdisciplinary School, The Student Room and Education Cubed.
Ike Nwobodo
Ike is an expert in the Nigerian economy. He is Head of Special Opportunities and Distressed Debt at Investment One Global Advisors, and CEO of Nigerian drinks company Alibi Health Drinks.
Managing Director at AfaraEd, Stuart provides universities with the platform and resources necessary to establish and grow their presence in East and West Africa.
Feedback from attendees:
"My favourite aspect was having expert outside-of-sector viewpoints. It was really helpful to challenge our way of thinking"
"Terrific presentation of stats and getting together with sector colleagues at a similar seniority level to myself was fantastic"
"The intimacy enabled an in-depth sharing of insight, experience and best practice. A wonderful collective of people assembled."
Attendance was invite only
Agenda
11.45-12:00: Arrival
12.00: Welcome and guided review of Enroly data pack
12.30-14.00: Lunch served, followed by group discussion with our Nigeria experts on how changing education landscapes will impact the market.
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