Powering Global TNE Excellence


Enabling Scalable, Sustainable Transnational Education (TNE)

Acumen partners with universities, governments and investors to design, launch and grow world-class education in new markets. We bring deep regulatory insight, on-the-ground experience and a proven track record of turning TNE ambition into lasting impact.
A Partnership for Transformative Transnational Education

Why Acumen is your trusted TNE Partner


Unmatched experience, strategic Insight

Unmatched Experience. Strategic Insight

Acumen’s team brings decades of real-world expertise in transnational education. We don’t just understand the global landscape — we help shape it. From articulation pathways to international branch campuses, we design tailored solutions that align with your strategic goals and regulatory context.
Global reach, local depth

Global reach, local depth

With a presence in over 25 markets and deep networks across education, government, and industry, Acumen provides unrivalled access to opportunities. From strategy development to launch and beyond, our integrated services cover every stage of the TNE journey. Our flexible, high-quality approach ensures compliance, and delivers real-time insights that drive smart, sustainable growth.
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End-to-ends solutions, tailored to you

Whether you are entering a new region or scaling an existing partnership, Acumen offers a flexible, full service solution, from market assessment and strategy development to partner identification, programme launch, recruitment, and student support. We listen, adapt, and deliver measurable results at every stage of the TNE journey.

Our methodology for a successful TNE Project


Acumen ensures that every TNE project is tailored to meet the specific needs of our partners.

Understanding Your Goals
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    Our capabilities in TNE


    Our story is built on real-world experience


    At Acumen, we don’t just advise on transnational education — we help deliver it. With over 17 years of experience supporting universities across borders, we turn ambition into action. From branch campuses to dual degrees, we help institutions expand access, build global reputation and deliver education where it matters most. Our work strengthens international collaboration, drives sustainable growth and shapes the future of higher education. Below are some examples:

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    Delivered strategic market analysis

    We have supported multiple governments and institutions with in-depth research on opportunities for transnational and online education. Our work has covered market sizing, regulatory recognition, product strategy and market entry models informing national and state-level strategies across Asia, the Middle East and other key regions.

    Conducted in-depth research reports
    Delivered a comprehensive TNE framework

    Developed a comprehensive business case for a consortium of Australian universities exploring a joint transnational education initiative in India. The report included TNE delivery models, engagement structures, financial feasibility, governance frameworks, revenue models and a go-to-market strategy.

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    Provided a TNE Business Case

    For a network of Australian universities to establish an opportunity in India, as a consortium. This report presented popular TNE models, engagement options, entity structures, feasibility analysis, detailed financial models, governance and revenue model and a go-to-market strategy.

    Established two articulation credit transfer programmes
    Established two articulation programmes in Vietnam

    Designed and launched credit transfer pathways in Science and Education with university partners in Ho Chi Minh City for a global top 100 university. Following this success, the university is now expanding its footprint in Vietnam, with Acumen engaged to support the development of a long-term strategic partnership.

    Meet The Acumen
    Transnational Education Team

    With a collective 100+ years of education, government and industry experience, our team combines strategic foresight, local market intelligence and operational excellence to ensure every partnership achieves measurable success.

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    Adrian Mutton, Sannam S4 Group Founder, Executive Chairman

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    Dr. Roger Brindley, President North America

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    Cecilia Pereira-Yates, Director - External Relations and TNE UK and Europe

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    Kate Barnes, Executive Director, UK and Europe

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    Sagar Bahadur, Executive Director India, South Asia and South East Asia

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    Bhawna Kumar, Director, TNE and Institutional Partnerships

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    Bang Pham, Head of Operations - Southeast Asia

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    Rebecca Bendall, Director, Partnership Development, Australia and NZ

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    Ramandeep Kaur Arora, Director - Legal & Compliance

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    Himanshu Agrawal, Executive Director, Global Finance and Operations

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