Herald College Kathmandu

What Herald College Kathmandu does

Herald College Kathmandu (HCK) is a private higher-education institution headquartered in Naxal, Kathmandu, Nepal, founded in 2016. It operates as part of Innovate Nepal Group (ING) under CEO Prakash Shrestha and employs 101-250 staff. HCK's core business is delivering UK-accredited undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Nepal through a direct partnership with the University of Wolverhampton, awarding identical degree certificates as the UK campus. The four academic programs are BSc (Hons) Computer Science, BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity, BSc (Hons) International Business Management, and the International MBA. Academic delivery uses an L-T-W (Lecture, Tutorial, Workshop) methodology and is supplemented by 5 computer labs, dedicated cybersecurity labs, and a portfolio of add-on programs including the Industry Preparation Course (IPC), Academic Summer Enrichment, the WLV Exchange Fellowship, and Thailand International Exposure trips.

HCK monetizes primarily through recurring tuition fees paid per academic period, with revenue mix supplemented by professional development offerings (summer enrichment, IPC, continuing education) and a scholarship administration stream (AAA Scholarship covering Academics, Attendance, Attitude, with NRs 1.5 Crores disbursed to 89 students in 2024). Pricing is not publicly disclosed; the AAA Scholarship effectively waives full tuition for top performers, functioning as both a marketing and merit-incentive tool. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via online applications and campus visits, with community-led GTM motion through 8 DevCorps student communities (UI Visual, Game Dev Heroes, AI Learners, Ethical Hacking, IoT Innovators, BizCore, DevOps Pioneer, CreateR) and event-driven acquisition through orientation events, hackathons, and the HackAstra cybersecurity summit. HCK serves post-secondary +2/A-Level graduates in Nepal seeking internationally recognized degrees without the cost or visa risk of studying abroad, with pathways into ING-affiliated employers (Innovate Tech, ING Skill Academy, ING Cybersecurity Research Hub) for post-graduation employment.

The institution has scaled rapidly, with graduations growing from 396 students in 2022 to 903 students in 2025 across its BSc CS, BIBM, and IMBA programs. HCK has no disclosed venture capital or private equity ownership and operates as a private educational subsidiary within the diversified ING conglomerate.

Name

Herald College Kathmandu

Legal name

Herald College Kathmandu

Website

https://heraldcollege.edu.np

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Herald College Kathmandu is a private Nepali higher-education institution delivering UK-accredited BSc and International MBA degrees through a partnership with the University of Wolverhampton, serving post-secondary students seeking internationally recognized credentials in IT, cybersecurity, and business management.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Online International & Cross-Border Universities (Global/Transnational Providers) (EDAHALAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Hybrid, Multi-Location & Multi-Country Study Abroad Programs (EDAIAAAE)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• UK degree programs
• Cybersecurity education
• International business management
• Professional skills training

Headquarters

HQ city

Kathmandu

HQ country

Nepal

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Recurring tuition fees from undergraduate programs (BSc Computer Science, BSc Cybersecurity, BSc International Business Management) and postgraduate International MBA program. Fees are paid per academic period with multiple payment options available.
2. AAA Scholarship Administration: Merit-based scholarship program covering full tuition costs for students excelling in Academics, Attendance, and Attitude. In 2024, approximately NRs 1.5 Crores distributed to 89 students.
3. Professional Development Programs: Revenue from summer enrichment programs, industry preparation courses, and continuing education offerings for IT and business students

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Herald College Kathmandu delivers UK-accredited undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs (BSc Hons Computer Science, BSc Hons Cybersecurity, BSc Hons International Business Management, and International MBA) through a direct partnership with the University of Wolverhampton, UK. The institution also offers preparatory programs (Industry Preparation Course), enrichment and community programs (Herald DevCorps, Summer Enrichment), and international exposure programs (WLV Exchange Fellowship, Thailand trips) targeting Nepali +2/A-Level graduates seeking globally recognized credentials domestically.

Product overview

Herald College Kathmandu is an educational institution offering UK university degrees in Nepal through direct partnership with the University of Wolverhampton. The core offerings consist of four academic programs: BSc (Hons) Computer Science, BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity, BSc (Hons) International Business Management, and the International MBA. These are complemented by preparatory (Industry Preparation Course), enrichment (Summer Enrichment), community (Herald DevCorps with EthicalHCK), and international exposure programs (WLV Exchange Fellowship, Thailand trips). The institution also hosts flagship events like Hackअस्त्र cybersecurity summit. All programs deliver University of Wolverhampton degrees recognized globally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BSc (Hons) Computer Science An undergraduate degree program in computer science delivered in direct partnership with the University of Wolverhampton, UK, covering software engineering, database systems, networking, and project management. Designed for students who have completed +2 or A-Levels and seek an internationally recognized UK degree without leaving Nepal.
• BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity A comprehensive cybersecurity undergraduate program covering ethical hacking and penetration testing, digital forensics and incident response, network security and cryptography, risk management and compliance frameworks, and malware analysis and threat intelligence. Awarded by University of Wolverhampton and targeted at students pursuing cybersecurity careers.
• BSc (Hons) International Business Management An undergraduate program examining the global economy, multinational enterprises, and international business practices, preparing students for careers in international business and management. Delivered in partnership with University of Wolverhampton, UK.
• International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) A postgraduate MBA program delivered in partnership with the University of Wolverhampton, offering global business education with theoretical and practical training, guest lectures, workshops, and industry events. Targeted at professionals and graduates seeking leadership roles or entrepreneurship.
• Industry Preparation Course (IPC) A pre-university intensive program for +2 graduates covering 10 skills including UI/UX design with Figma, web development, Python programming, AI and data concepts, cybersecurity basics, and digital marketing. Top performers earn paid internships at ING tech companies.
• WLV Exchange Fellowship Programme An international academic exchange program between Herald College Kathmandu and the University of Wolverhampton, offering students week-long immersion in lectures, workshops, industry visits, and cultural experiences in the UK. Nine students selected annually, with 2 full scholarships and 7 partial scholarships.
• Thailand International Exposure Trip An international experience program visiting the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce for workshops and training, including industrial visits, Design Thinkers Academy workshops on Human-Centered Design, and interactions with industrialists in Thailand.
• Academic Summer Enrichment A summer program offering practical skills modules for IT and BIBM students, including web development, AI, data engineering, ethical hacking, UI/UX design, and business modules with internship components.
• Hackअस्त्र (HackAstra) Cybersecurity Summit A flagship two-day cybersecurity summit featuring Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions, elite speaker sessions, panel discussions, and offensive security project exhibitions, organized by the EthicalHCK community in partnership with OWASP Kathmandu, Pentester Nepal, and Hack@Sec.

Quantifiable outcome

• 903 graduates successfully completed degrees in 2025 with direct pathway to employment
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• University of WolverhamptoncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Direct partnership with UK public university delivering BSc (Hons) Computer Science, BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity, BSc (Hons) International Business Management, and International MBA programs. Students receive University of Wolverhampton degree certificates identical to those awarded in UK. Partnership provides credit transfer pathway to UK campus.
• ING (Innovate Nepal Group)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Parent organization housing Herald College along with tech companies including Innovate Tech, ING Skill Academy, and ING Cybersecurity Research Hub. Provides industry connections, internship opportunities, and employment pathways for graduates. Located at Kamal Pokhari, Kathmandu.
• ING Skill AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides mentorship for hackathons and tech events, sells Christmas cards for charitable causes. Strategic alignment with tech education initiatives.
• OWASP KathmanduminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCommunity partner for Hackअस्त्र 2026 cybersecurity summit, contributing to cybersecurity awareness and education initiatives.
• Pentester NepalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCommunity partner for Hackअस्त्र 2026 cybersecurity event, supporting CTF competitions and professional development.
• Thammasat University (Thailand)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational partnership providing study abroad and workshop opportunities for Herald College students. Part of Thailand international exposure trip program.
• University of the Thai Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational partner for Thailand exposure trips, providing workshops and industrial visits for business students.
• Design Thinkers Academy (Thailand)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDelivers Human-Centered Design workshop during Thailand international exposure trips, teaching user research, brainstorming, and prototyping skills.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• The British College Kathmandu: A Kathmandu-based college delivering UK university degrees (in partnership with Leeds Beckett University) in IT, Business and related fields. Direct peer in the Nepal transnational UK-degree market, targeting the same +2/A-Level student segment with a comparable business model.
• Islington International College: A Kathmandu-based college affiliated with London Metropolitan University, offering UK degrees in computing, business and hospitality. Direct peer operating in the same niche of UK-affiliated transnational education for Nepali students.
• NAMI College: A Nepal-based higher education institution offering undergraduate programs with international partnerships. Direct peer in the Nepal higher education market competing for the same +2 graduate cohort.

Regional players

• Kathmandu University: Nepal's prominent domestic private university offering undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple disciplines including IT and management. Regional competitor that draws students who might otherwise choose transnational UK-affiliated programs.
• Tribhuvan University: Nepal's largest public university offering a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs at lower price points. Regional competitor providing a domestic alternative to transnational UK-degree offerings.

Broad incumbents

• University of Sunderland: A UK public university with established transnational partnerships and global recruitment operations in South Asia. Broad incumbent that competes for the same UK-degree-seeking Nepali student segment through partner colleges and direct online enrollment.
• University of Nottingham (Malaysia/Ningbo): A UK public university operating major transnational campuses in Malaysia and China, with established South Asia recruitment. Broad incumbent demonstrating the scaled transnational UK-degree model that HCK operates at smaller scale.
• Manipal Academy of Higher Education: A large Indian private university with international branch campuses and partnerships delivering UK/US-style degrees across South Asia. Broad incumbent operating a transnational higher education model at greater scale than HCK.
• Amity University: A large private university with global campuses and online programs targeting international students, including South Asia. Broad incumbent providing transnational degree alternatives that compete for the same Nepali student pool.

Others

• University of the West of England (UWE Bristol): A UK public university with established transnational partner college models in South Asia. Indirect peer as a potential alternative degree-granting partner or competitor in the Nepal UK-affiliated college segment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/heraldcollegektm
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/herald-college-kathmandu

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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