Higher education leaders turn to Baker Tilly to enhance student and institutional success. Our client focus spans from effective risk management to innovative solutions to compliant fiscal reporting and operational controls.

Higher education leaders are under increasing pressure to enhance student success while balancing demands for greater transparency and affordability. More than ever, stakeholders are asking tough questions on topics such as academic and admissions integrity, enrollment management, cybersecurity and student wellness. This new environment presents unique opportunities for (and expectations that) institutions transform in new and bold ways such as adoption of advanced data analytics and strategic human capital management. To be successful, institutions must harness the power of an integrated partner who can collaborate with leaders across all functions and levels to facilitate solutions from an institution-wide perspective.

A forward-looking, collaborative and consultative ally, our unique insights derive from a specialized focus on higher education clients and issues. Our dedicated practitioners give you access to the industry’s best thinking to bring you unique insights and impactful solutions required to nimbly manage issues related to:

• Affordability and strategic resource alignment
• Board and audit committee governance
• Cybersecurity and privacy
• Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
• External Audit
• Enrollment and retention
• Enterprise risk management
• Fiscal resilience
• Fraud, ethics and academic integrity
• Human capital management
• Internal Audit
• Research and grants compliance
• Student wellness
• Tax preparation and compliance

Recognizing that all higher education and research institutions must balance competing priorities with limited resources, we bring tailored, innovative solutions and practicality to every situation so you can focus on your institutional mission.