British College of Professional Management

What British College of Professional Management does

The British College of Professional Management, operating as The British College (TBC), is a private higher-education institution headquartered in Kathmandu, Nepal, founded in 2012 by Rajen Kandel. The institution operates under the parent umbrella of The British Education Group, which also encompasses affiliated institutions across Dubai and the UK. TBC delivers undergraduate, postgraduate, and pre-masters programmes validated by three UK universities: the University of the West of England, Leeds Beckett University, and Keele University, allowing students to earn UK-awarded degrees while studying in Nepal.

The core academic portfolio spans business and computing disciplines, including BBA (Hons) Business and Management, BSc (Hons) Computing, BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Digital Forensics, BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence, BSc (Hons) Data Science, BSc (Hons) Hospitality Business Management, MSc Information and Technology, MBA, and Executive MBA. Supporting infrastructure includes a Computer Forensics Lab, an IoT Lab, a TBC Incubation Centre for student startups, an Academic Success Centre, a Sustainability Unit, and a Research and Development Centre. The institution also operates an official Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic testing centre and offers an annual Summer Academy plus a Distinguished Guest Lecture Series.

TBC's revenue model is built on semester-based tuition across degree programmes, supplemented by PTE testing fees, short-course Summer Academy offerings, and corporate-sponsored MBA cohorts under a 10-30% volume discount scheme. The institution targets four customer segments: domestic school leavers from +2/A-Level programmes, working professionals pursuing weekend or executive postgraduate study, international students from China, India, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Mauritius paying SAARC or non-SAARC surcharges, and corporate organisations sponsoring employees. Three physical campuses in Kathmandu (Trade Tower, Thapathali), Lalitpur (Chakupath), and Pokhara, combined with country-specific recruitment agents, support the direct-to-consumer go-to-market motion.

Name

British College of Professional Management

Legal name

The British College

Website

https://thebritishcollege.edu.np

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The British College is a Nepal-based private higher-education institution delivering UK-validated undergraduate and postgraduate degrees (business, computing, cyber security, AI, data science, MBA) through three campuses in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Pokhara, serving domestic school leavers, working professionals, and international students.

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Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Professional & Executive Short Courses (Non-Degree, International) (EDAIAIAH)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• UK-validated degrees
• Business management programs
• Computing degree programs
• Professional education

Headquarters

HQ city

Kathmandu

HQ country

Nepal

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees - Undergraduate Programs: Degree programs (BBA, BSc Computing, BSc Cyber Security) with tuition fees charged per semester. UK university validation fees are included in the college tuition.
2. Tuition Fees - Postgraduate Programs: MBA, Executive MBA, MSc programs with semester-based tuition billing.
3. Pre-Masters and Foundation Programs: Preparatory programs for undergraduate and postgraduate entry with associated tuition fees.
4. PTE Academic Testing: Official Pearson Test of English examination centre providing testing services for study abroad and immigration purposes.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The British College delivers undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes validated by UK universities (University of the West of England, Leeds Beckett University, and Keele University) at its campuses in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Pokhara, Nepal. Programmes span business (BBA, MBA), computing (BSc Computing, Cyber Security, AI, Data Science) and hospitality management, supplemented by PTE Academic English testing, an annual Summer Academy, and student startup incubation services.

Product overview

The British College is an educational institution offering a portfolio of degree programmes from internationally recognised UK universities (University of the West of England, Leeds Beckett University, and Keele University). The core offering consists of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in business, computing, and hospitality management. These include BBA (Hons) Business and Management, BSc (Hons) Computing, BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Digital Forensics, BSc (Hons) Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence, BSc (Hons) Data Science, MSc Information and Technology, Weekend MBA (Executive), and MBA (Graduate). Supporting the academic programmes are specialised facilities including a Computer Forensics Lab and IoT Lab, plus the TBC Incubation Centre for student startups. The institution also offers the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic as an official test centre, runs an annual Summer Academy with short courses, hosts the TBC Distinguished Guest Lecture Series featuring industry experts, and provides student support services through the Academic Success Centre, Sustainability Unit, and Research and Development Centre.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BBA (Hons) Business and Management Undergraduate honours degree programme delivered in partnership with University of the West of England (UWE), covering marketing, strategy, operations, entrepreneurship, finance, and managing change. Targeted at school leavers and international students seeking a UK-recognised business qualification in Nepal.
• BSc (Hons) Computing Undergraduate honours degree in computing offered in partnership with UK universities, focusing on software development, systems, and computing fundamentals.
• BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Digital Forensics Undergraduate honours degree programme covering cryptography, cybersecurity, and digital forensics with hands-on experience in the Forensics Lab.
• BSc (Hons) Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence Undergraduate honours degree programme focusing on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer science principles. Launched in January 2024.
• BSc (Hons) Data Science Undergraduate honours degree programme covering data science, statistical analysis, and machine learning fundamentals.
• BSc (Hons) Hospitality Business Management (BHM) Undergraduate honours degree programme in hospitality and business management offered in partnership with UK universities.
• MSc Information and Technology Postgraduate degree programme in information technology offered in partnership with UK universities.
• Weekend MBA (Executive) Executive MBA programme designed for working professionals, offered in partnership with Leeds Beckett University. Includes corporate discount schemes for company-sponsored employees.
• MBA (Graduate) Full-time MBA graduate programme offered in partnership with UK universities.
• Pre-Masters and Foundation Programs Preparatory programmes for undergraduate and postgraduate entry offered by The British College, with associated tuition fees.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic Entirely computer-based English language proficiency test accepted worldwide for study and immigration purposes, administered at the official TBC test centre at Trade Tower, Kathmandu (7 days/week, 6 shifts daily).
• Summer Academy Annual summer programme (June to August) offering courses in business, computing, arts, culture, and leadership taught by professors and industry experts. Topics include Data Science, IoT, UI/UX Design, and Digital Marketing.

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• University of the West of England (UWE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK university partner validating BBA and other degree programs. Students receive the same qualifications as studying in the UK with access to UWE resources including Blackboard platform.
• Leeds Beckett UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK university partner offering MBA (Executive) program validated by Leeds Beckett. Corporate discount schemes available for company-sponsored employees.
• Keele UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK university partner offering MSc Advanced Computing and other programs. Provides same curriculum as UK campus with local delivery.
• The Araniko ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInitiative that uncovers the history of Nepal-China relations using primary source references. Collaborates on China Week Summer School program.
• Fintech Alliance NepalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on industry sessions including insightful discussions on hire purchase financing for student learning.
• Soji HospitalityminorOthersPartner hostel located in Jhamsikhel, Lalitpur providing accommodation for students. Contact: Jeevan Shrestha 9840434539. Monthly fees: NRs. 20,000-21,000 including meals.
• Sahara Girls HostelminorOthersGirls hostel partner providing accommodation with facilities including furnished rooms, meals, laundry, Wi-Fi. Located convenient to college.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• University of Nottingham (international campuses): A UK Russell Group university with branch campuses in Malaysia and China, validating UK degrees at international locations. Comparable international branch-campus model to TBC's UK-partnered degree delivery in Nepal.
• GEMS Education: A large global K-12 and higher education group with prior presence in Nepal (GEMS Institute of Higher Education, cited in TBC leadership backgrounds). Comparable as a multi-country, international-curriculum private education operator with pathway and validation partnerships.

Others

• Study Group: A global education pathway provider partnering with universities to deliver foundation, diploma, and degree programs internationally. Comparable role in connecting UK universities to international student markets via local delivery.
• Navitas: An Australian education provider specializing in international pathway, foundation, and partnership programs with universities globally. Comparable as an enabling/partner infrastructure for UK university international student recruitment and validated delivery.

Regional players

• Manipal Academy of Higher Education: One of India's largest private higher education groups with international students and cross-border programs across South Asia. Comparable as a South Asian private university competing for similar student segments in the region.
• British University Vietnam (BUV): A Vietnam-based university delivering UK-validated degrees through partnerships with UK institutions, comparable to TBC's UK-validated degree model. Operates in a different South-East Asian geography but pursues a similar international branch-campus value proposition.

Direct peers

• Schiller International University: A multi-campus international university delivering US/UK-validated degrees across multiple countries. Comparable business model to TBC's multi-campus, international-validated degree delivery.
• University of Sunderland: A UK university with extensive transnational education delivery, validating and delivering UK degrees at international partner campuses. Directly comparable to TBC's UK-validation model with UWE, Leeds Beckett, and Keele.
• Nepal College of Management: Another Nepal-based private management college offering BBA, MBA, and similar professional programs. TBC's Associate Dean previously served as principal here, signaling direct competition for the same Nepal school-leaver and working-professional segments.
• Kathmandu College of Management: A direct Nepal-based competitor offering business and management degrees, including MBA and BBA programs. TBC's Associate Dean (Dr Maria Emerita Shrestha) is a former Vice Principal at KCM, confirming close competitive overlap in the Nepal private higher education market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/TBritishcollege
• Facebookfacebook.com/TheBritishCollege

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

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