Overview
Transnational Education (TNE) is reshaping the global higher education landscape, opening up new growth opportunities, reach, and impact. This one-hour introductory workshop equips Canadian higher education leaders and practitioners with a clear, practical foundation in TNE. Together, we’ll unpack the global and Canadian context, explore different delivery models and associated risks, and highlight success factors and common pitfalls drawn from international best practices and global case studies.
Participants will also gain insights into what to consider internally, from operational readiness and strategic alignment to building stakeholder buy-in and setting realistic timelines. The session draws on Edified’s decades of international experience delivering TNE operations and supporting clients worldwide, complemented by lived insights from guest speakers sharing an institutional perspective.
Interactive polls and Q&A segments throughout will ensure participants leave with practical tips, greater confidence in assessing potential markets and partners, and a clearer understanding of how TNE can strengthen their institution’s strategic future.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the global and Canadian scope and scale of TNE, and its strategic relevance.
- Identify and differentiate between key TNE models and the associated risk profiles.
- Recognize critical success factors and common pitfalls when pursuing TNE initiatives.
- Begin to assess internal readiness, including operational considerations and institutional drivers.
- Articulate how TNE can align with and support their institutional strategy and objectives.
- Apply top tips for evaluating potential markets and selecting partners effectively.
- Begin to outline realistic expectations, timelines, and approaches to gaining internal buy-in.
