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DCC Inc. partners with organizations to revitalize or reinvent systems, policies and practices for higher education to support success, streamlining, change management and learner mobility. We do this by providing research and consulting expertise in the areas of strategic and operational transformation, policy development and digitization.
We are a Canadian-based firm dedicated to helping government, allied not-for-profits, corporations and funding organizations build systems, policies and capabilities to advance rapid access to work and learning. We are change agents who know how to bring people together to transform policies, practices and systems to transform service for learners.
Services
Strategic Market Planning
Stay ahead in the competitive education landscape with our strategic market planning services. We help you revision your brand identity and communications, understand market trends, align your messaging to vision and mission, and identify opportunities and actionable strategies to achieve growth and sustainability.
Change Management
Embrace the future of education with our organizational redesign, digital capacity building, and change management services. We help optimize your organizational structure, streamline processes, and integrate cutting-edge technologies to drive efficiency and growth.
Research
Leverage our expertise in research and writing to support your institutional goals. We provide comprehensive research services, covering areas such as market research, recruitment, learner mobility, policy standards, digitization, and more, ensuring your projects are well-supported and expertly executed.
Our Service Approach: Innovating Together for Better Outcomes
At DCC Inc., we understand that every organization is unique. Our approach is customized to meet the specific needs of each client, ensuring the provided solutions are both effective and sustainable.
- Collaborative Partnerships: We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and goals, fostering strong, collaborative partnerships.
- Data-Driven Strategies: Our solutions are based on thorough research and analysis, ensuring they are grounded in data and best practices.
- Sustainable Impact: We focus on creating long-term, sustainable impact, helping organizations achieve lasting success.
Featured Research Studies and Projects
Micro-Credentials Study
International Study
ARUCC National Network
An exceptional capacity to manage work of provincial and national scale successfully, on time, and on budget.
Robert Adamoski
Director - Research and Admissions | BCCAT
Professional, prepared, and well known in Higher Education for expertise.
James D'Arcy
Past-President | WARUCC
DCC Inc.'s ability to synthesize and make sense of the complexities of change management, technology implementations, policy matters, and other stakeholder issues has enabled ARUCC to keep pace and remain agile.
Romesh Vadivel
Past-President | ARUCC
What impressed me the most was Joanne's and her team's ability to bring senior level expertise alongside the people skills necessary to engage the whole team in the process.
Anna Hughes
Former Director of Enrolment Services and Registrar | Red River College
Joanne and her team were able to provide an overview of practices at post-secondary institutions across Canada and to offer solid recommendations to Sask Polytech that are being implemented.
Dr. Barb Gustafson
Special Advisor to the Provost | Saskatchewan Polytechnic
A source for encouragement, collaboration, problem-solving, and outside-the-box thinking.
Dennis Stark
Director, Student Recruitment | University of Northern British Columbia
Go-to experts for insight, perspective, and sound advice.
Charmaine Hack
Former Registrar | Toronto Metropolitan University, formerly Ryerson University
Helped to inform next steps for transfer credit research and data in Alberta.
Ann Marie Lyseng
Director, Learner Pathways | ACAT
Over a multi-year period, Joanne and the team at Duklas Cornerstone Consulting Inc. provided exceptional leadership and collaboration.
Dr. Robert Flemming
Director | PCCAT
Thorough, intentional, and always works with a lens of moving beyond the status quo for the betterment of all stakeholders in the higher education.
Shamira Madhany
Managing Director and Deputy Executive Director | World Education Services
DCC Inc.'s expertise brought valuable insight and provided guidance.
Michael Ringuette
Coordinator | CMEC