Education
Solving the Finance & Technology Challenges of Universities
A full suite of services to future-proof the public sector
Educational institutions are a primary influence on tomorrow's societies, yet they face a range of modern challenges that lead to many organisations falling into debt and losing ground in the technological lifecycle.
Our team has years of senior level experience working for public institutions, universities, and other educational facilities. Our methodologies employ data, research and a variety of intelligent frameworks to help you design and implement large-scale organisational changes that will ensure your institution is capable of delivering a modern network fit for the needs of your staff, researchers and students; as well as the operational and leadership finesse necessary for future success in a constantly evolving environment.
We have a dedicated team who are experienced at transforming institutions so they remain at the forefront of education
We excel at planning, managing, and executing complex transformation projects and mission critical IT programmes.
Our global network of consultants have senior executive and leadership experience in the public sector, including government roles, boards, advisory bodies, think tanks, universities, and other educational institutions.
Case Study
Cyber Security
Cambridge MC was approached to conduct a comprehensive cyber capability maturity assessment for a major UK academic institution, leveraging a team of experts with technical understanding and frontline experience in cyber defence. Our team carried out a thorough evaluation through a series of tests, interviews, and artefact examinations. Unlike conventional assessments, our strategy focused on actionable insights which were tailored to the unique operational context of the institution.
The assessment was structured around recognised capability categories, informed by the team’s extensive experience defending against cyber attacks. The methodology was particularly effective for its sensitivity to the institution’s risk appetite — balancing cost, risk, and investment to propose solutions that were unique to their situation.
How we help our clients
Our team of experts has decades of experience providing financial and technological services to universities and other institutions
Sustainability Strategy & Decarbonisation
Our experts combine advanced analytics with deep expertise in environmental strategy to support the decarbonisation of your university or institution —we help with infrastructure, energy supply, transport, supply chain, and more.
Procurement for Education
Through the deployment of digital tools and agile strategies, we can assist you at every stage of resourcing your departments, including negotiation, contract management, supplier selection, and cost reduction.
Human Resources for Education
Our holistic approach to HR combines advanced technology solutions with strategic insights to streamline HR processes, enhance data-driven decision-making, and improve overall operational efficiency and workforce resilience in your institution.
Capital Projects
Designed to maximise project outcomes using data-driven multi-year planning, comprehensive risk management, robust governance, and digital enablement.
Recruitment for Projects
Our tailored service operates on a transparent, fixed fee model, eliminating any financial uncertainties and aligning with your budget requirements, helping to identify the most suitable candidates who can drive significant value to your organisation.
Digitising Education for the Future
It is just as important for Public Sector bodies to build a resilient and scalable digital backbone as it is for Private Sector businesses. Our digital practitioners drive innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth, paving the way for a secure, digitally enabled environment.
Cyber Resilience for Educational Institutions
We focus on embedding robust security measures into the foundation of your IT systems, ensuring that resilience against cyber threats is integrated into the architecture of your technology environment.
Innovation & Collaboration between Universities
Projects and Programmes are often most fruitful when they harbour collaboration between different organisations. We can support you in promoting and establishing this in the Public Sector in order to increase innovation.
Property & Investment
Designed to meet the specific needs of public and educational institutions, our Property & Investment service is a cornerstone service for organisations looking to enhance their physical assets to future proof their long-term success.
Planning
It is extremely resource-intensive to plan for large-scale infrastructure, urban planning and policy development in the Public Sector. Outsource some or all of the project management stages to a bespoke PMO and we can help you simplify this process at every stage.
Our global Public Sector & Education practice is led by Craig Cheney
Managing Partner - Public Sector
With over 25 years of experience across both the public and private sectors, Craig is Cambridge MC’s Managing Partner for Public Sector & Education. In 2016, Craig became the Deputy Mayor of Bristol, serving in the Mayor’s cabinet with responsibility for Finance, City Economy, Culture, and Property. In this role, and working for the Local Government Association across the country, Craig has developed a consummate understanding of the public sector landscape. He excels at collaboration, business transformation and strategic thinking.
During his time in the Mayor's cabinet, Craig oversaw over £120m in budget savings though business transformation, restructuring, and service redesign. During this time, Craig sat as a shareholder of numerous council-owned companies, and led a £30m digital transformation exercise which earned Bristol’s recognition as the UK’s top ‘Smart City’. The Bristol City Leap program was a world first, a public/private partnership between Bristol and Ameresco, which will bring nearly £1bn of investment in decarbonisation and sustainability, recognised by government as a model for the rest of the country to follow.
Craig has also chaired the One City Economy Board, which brought together private sector businesses, the voluntary sector, equalities groups, and public sector institutions, supporting a quick recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Our team can be your team
Our team of experts have multiple decades of experience across many different business environments and across various geographies.
We can build you a specialised team with the skillset and expertise required to meet the demands of your industry.
Our combination of expertise and an intelligent methodology is what realises tangible financial benefits for clients.
Our Public Sector & Education Experts
Industry insights
"We found exactly what we were looking for. We were immediately impressed by their approach - understanding our business and technical requirements in detail"
Paul Brock, CEO BCS Consulting
"We found exactly what we were looking for. We were immediately impressed by their approach - understanding our business and technical requirements in detail"
Paul Brock, CEO BCS Consulting
"We were immediately impressed"
Get in touch with our
Education team today
Case Studies
Our team has had the privilege of partnering with a diverse array of clients, from burgeoning startups to FTSE 100
companies. Each case study reflects our commitment to delivering tailored solutions that drive real business results.
A little bit about Cambridge MC
Cambridge Management Consulting is a specialist consultancy drawing on an extensive global network of over 220 senior executives in 26 countries.
Our purpose is to help our clients have a better impact on the world.
