Higher Ed Pulse

Pulse Check: Mergers & Acquisitions in Higher Ed — Part 1

Episode Summary

Welcome to the inaugural episode of our Pulse Check series on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in higher education, where we dive into the fascinating world of institutional partnerships and consolidations. In today's episode, host Kin Sejpal is joined by Kevin Cavanagh, a seasoned expert in the field, who provides us with a bird's-eye view of the M&A landscape. Whether actively involved in an M&A initiative or not, gaining a high-level understanding of this topic will better equip listeners for what may be inevitable for many in the future.

Episode Notes

Welcome to the inaugural episode of our Pulse Check series on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in higher education, where we dive into the fascinating world of institutional partnerships and consolidations. In today's episode, host Kin Sejpal is joined by Kevin Cavanagh, a seasoned expert in the field, who provides us with a bird's-eye view of the M&A landscape. Whether actively involved in an M&A initiative or not, gaining a high-level understanding of this topic will better equip listeners for what may be inevitable for many in the future.

In today’s episode, you can expect to:

• Understand why mergers and acquisitions are becoming more prevalent in higher education and how they serve as strategic responses to sector challenges.
• Learn about the importance of keeping student welfare and educational outcomes at the heart of merger and acquisition strategies.
• Discover the critical role that thorough planning and transparent communication play in the success of M&A processes.

Guest Name: Kevin Cavanagh

Guest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-cavanagh-b4999b2a/

Host Name: Kin Sejpal

Host Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kinsejpal/  

X (Twitter): @KinSejpal 

Threads: @Kinsejpal