About Us | Digital Education Council

The Digital Education Council (DEC) brings together universities, colleges, business schools, and vocational providers from around the world to navigate the transformation of higher education.

Higher education is under significant pressure to evolve, driven by advances in artificial intelligence, shifting workforce demands, and rising expectations from students and employers alike.

DEC provides the frameworks of knowledge and practical tools that institutions need to respond with clarity and confidence.

Members of the Council access a premier ecosystem to support their education innovation endeavors, including insights into higher education and technology, facilitated working groups, annual Summits, and training resources.

What we do

DEC operates as a structured membership council, offering institutions access to research, peer collaboration, and expert advisory across three core functions:

Access

Members receive monthly Executive Briefings and data-driven reports covering AI adoption, digital learning, governance, sustainability, and workforce development. These are working documents — practical, evidence-based, and directly applicable to institutional decision-making.

Influence

Through Thematic Working Groups, members contribute to and help shape global best practices across seven key domains: Artificial Intelligence, Digital & Online Learning, Skills & Credentials, ESG & Sustainability, Startups & Innovation, University Leadership, and Policy & Regulation.

Recognise

DEC surfaces and connects institutions leading genuine innovation in higher education. Through its publications, events, and peer networks, DEC creates visibility for institutions committed to meaningful change.