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Comparing School Franchises, Management Contracts, and Direct Ownership Models
When it comes to international school expansion or new school setup, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Investors and operators have several structural models to choose from. Each has its own risk profile, control dynamics, and return potential. The three most...
From Land to Learning: The Complete Guide to Building a School as an Investment
For many investors, building a school isn’t just about returns, it’s about creating a lasting institution that generates income, impact, and long-term value. But make no mistake: building a school is a business, and like any business, success hinges on structure,...
Risks and Red Flags: What to Watch for When Investing in Education Projects
Education is widely regarded as a resilient, high-impact sector. But like any investment class, it comes with risk and those risks are often misunderstood or underestimated by new investors. At Global Services in Education (GSE) and GSE Capital Advisory Group, we’ve...
Inside the School Investment Process: How We Structure Deals for Education Assets
The school investment process is a unique path that should be travelled carefully and led by seasoned professionals. Investing in schools is unlike any other asset class. It’s part real estate, part operations, part regulation, and all mission-driven. That’s why...
The Ethical School Crossroad – Leadership Case Study
This story is part of GSE's Leadership Case Study Series, inspired by the 20-Point Checklist for Effective School Leadership in an International School. While fictional, it is designed for educational purposes and does not depict real individuals or organisations. As...
The Power of Misinformation: How What’s Not Said Can Shape Our Reality
The Power of Misinformation: How What’s Not Said Can Shape Our Reality In an age where information is abundant and easily accessible, the power of misinformation has become one of the greatest challenges to truth and rational discourse. While outright lies and...
Why the Profit of International Schools Stands Out: EBITDA, Sustainability & Investment Resilience
Why the Profit of International Schools Stands Out: EBITDA, Sustainability & Investment Resilience In a world of economic uncertainty, investors are increasingly seeking assets that offer strong cash flow, operational stability, and long-term growth. While...
10 Skills Every Educational Leader Needs to Thrive in the Age of AI
Let's be honest, many of the current discussions and philosophical debates about AI are not as concrete as they need to be. What do you need to know? Where do you get it? How do you do it? Why do you need it? The following 10 key skills for AI focus on the basics that...
EBITDA Benchmarks: How Profitable Are International Schools Really?
In recent years, international schools have emerged not only as sought-after centres for global education but also as attractive assets in the portfolios of institutional investors and private equity firms. But behind the glossy campuses and strong enrolment numbers...
Education as an Asset Class: Why Family Offices Are Doubling Down
In a world of shifting investment priorities, family offices are quietly making bold moves in one of the most mission-aligned, stable, and undervalued sectors available: education. Traditionally viewed through the lens of philanthropy or CSR, education is now being...
What Investors Need to Know About the Booming EdTech + Brick-and-Mortar Hybrid Learning Models
As we move deeper into the post-pandemic era, one thing is certain: education has changed forever. The forced digitisation of learning during COVID-19 didn’t fade away when schools reopened. Instead, it laid the foundation for a powerful and scalable model that...
Planning for the Future – Leadership Case Study
This story is part of GSE's Leadership Case Study Series, inspired by the 20-Point Checklist for Effective School Leadership in an International School. While fictional, it is designed for educational purposes and does not depict real individuals or organisations....
International School Investments: Are They the New Safe Haven Asset?
In a world of economic uncertainty, where volatility in tech, crypto, and even real estate can rattle portfolios overnight, a surprising contender has emerged as a stable and profitable alternative: International School Investments. Once the domain of mission-driven...
The Budget Balancing Act – Leadership Case Study
This story is part of GSE's Leadership Case Study Series, inspired by the 20-Point Checklist for Effective School Leadership in an International School. While fictional, it is designed for educational purposes and does not depict real individuals or organisations. As...
Emerging Markets, Explosive Growth: Best Regions for Education Investment in 2025
As global economic landscapes shift and populations surge, the next wave of high-return education investment isn’t in the saturated markets of London, New York, or Sydney. It’s in emerging markets and rising cities like Nairobi, Riyadh, and Ho Chi Minh City. In 2025,...
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