Amplifying Georgetown’s Potential

Who We Are

The Business Design & Optimization Group is Georgetown University’s internal management consulting team that supports the delivery of world-class education and research through business process improvement, professional project management, change management, and financial analysis expertise. The internal consulting model has proven highly effective within the higher education industry at leveraging institutional knowledge through a wide variety of engagements that improve service to students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

Our Mission

To facilitate transformation that improves processes and services, and embodies Georgetown University’s larger mission and its Jesuit values.

We are excited to have a team of Georgetown experts who can help analyze and solve the university’s challenges.
Adam Donaldson, Vice President for Strategic Operations and Information Technology

What We Do

We understand that in the dynamic landscape of higher education, efficiency and effectiveness are paramount. That’s why we offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to streamline processes, optimize resources, and drive strategic initiatives forward.

Project Management

Excel in defining, planning, and executing projects that align with Georgetown’s strategic goals. Our expert project managers navigate complex approval processes and ensure that initiatives stay on track, on time, and within budget.

Financial Analysis Expertise

Partner with university stakeholders to provide financial analytical insights that inform business cases and strategic planning. We help align institutional priorities with resource allocations to support long-term sustainability and strategic goals.

Business Process Optimization

Analyze and document existing processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvements. By leveraging best practices and innovative solutions, we help Georgetown operate more effectively in service of its mission.

Change Management

Assist campus leaders in fulfilling an important role to inform, inspire, and engage their stakeholders around significant organizational changes. We design and facilitate processes that help people understand impacts and engage them in contributing to the change.

Why Use Internal Consultants?

While external consulting firms may bring insight into industry challenges, our team takes the additional step of supporting the implementation of recommendations and provides advantages, including:

Invested in Georgetown

As part of the GU community, we are fully invested in its success and our Jesuit heritage.

Institutional Knowledge

We’re Hoyas, so we understand the unique needs of Georgetown.

Services

GU administration and faculty incur no inter-departmental charges for all of our quality services.

Contact Us

To find out more about how we can support your department contact us today and one of our team members will be in touch to determine next steps.

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