About us
ECA is a global leader in international education, celebrating 20 years of excellence in student recruitment, transnational delivery, institutional growth, partnerships, and student success across global markets.
Education Centre of Australia
A global leader in international education
celebrating 20 years of excellence.
Education Centre of Australia (ECA) is a global leader in international education, proudly celebrating 20 years of excellence in student recruitment, transnational delivery, and institutional growth.
Through strategic partnerships with leading universities, ECA facilitates over 10,000 international enrolments annually, supporting institutions to grow both locally and internationally.
We operate across 20+ growth markets with a trusted network of 4,000+ certified education agents spanning South Asia, LATAM, Africa, and other key international regions.
ECA supports students through every stage of their journey, from English language training and academic pathways to career-ready degrees and professional internship opportunities.
Our ecosystem includes university partnerships, private higher education institutions, pathway and professional programs, and EdTech ventures including OpenLearning, ECA Online, UniReady Global, and TheUniGuide.
20+
years experience
11K+
new students
77
countries represented
13
countries with ECA staff
Why partner with ECA
ECA brings together recruitment capability, institutional relationships, and technology infrastructure to support education partners across global markets.
Global Education Expertise
20 years of international education growth and delivery.
University Partnerships
Trusted partnerships with leading universities and institutions.
Transnational Education
Proven capability in international campus development.
Education Ecosystem
Integrated higher education, pathways, recruitment and technology.
Technology & Innovation
OpenLearning, UniReady Global and TheUniGuide.
Global Recruitment Network
4,000+ certified agents across growth markets.
Vision, Mission & Values
Our Vision
A world where accessible, high-quality education
empowers people everywhere to learn, adapt, and shape their future.
Our Mission
To deliver accessible, high-quality education through innovative learning platforms that help people learn, reskill, and thrive in a changing world.
Our Values
How we work together every day to deliver our mission.
20 Years of Growth & Impact
Over two decades, ECA has evolved into a diversified international education group spanning university partnerships, higher education, pathways, and education technology.
2006
ECA Founded
2011
APIC joins ECA Group
2018
CHS established
2022
Major university partnerships
2023
Investment in
OpenLearning
2024
UniSC
Adelaide
Campus
2026
20 years of
excellence
Our Leadership Team
Rupesh Singh
Founder & CEO
Gavin Dowling
CEO UK & Europe
Dr Scott Dickson
Chief Academic Officer
Chief Executive Officer‑
Higher Education
Richard Goldman
Chief Financial Officer
Archana Singh
Group Director
Corporate Investments
and Events
Andrew Holloway
Vice-President, University Partnerships & Pathways
Fernando Scarmozzino
Vice-President, International Relations and Group Campuses
Lee Kennedy-Davidson
Chief Operating Officer
Lawrence Pratchett
CEO Uni-Ready
CEO ASGS
Rodrigo Guimaraes
Vice President
Student Acquisition
Rajesh Singh
ECA Global Director
Greg West
Chair
Steve Berridge
CEO ECA Ventures
Matthew Reede
CEO Pathways & Professional
Cesar Muradas
Chief Technology Officer
Partnering for Global Education Growth
Supporting universities and students worldwide
20
years of operational
track record
700+
multilingual staff in 17
countries
4,000+
network of vetted and
certified education agent
10,000+
on-campus students
annually
Strategic Insights for Australia’s Future Workforce
Understanding how labour market trends, employability, and student demand are shaping the next phase of international education. Developed by ECA in collaboration with Studymove, based on Jobs and Skills Australia projections, QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey data, and international education insights.
80%+ of graduates in Australia feel career-ready
Australian universities continue delivering strong employment and workforce-ready outcomes.
+541,900 healthcare workers needed by 2035
Rising healthcare demand is creating strong career opportunities across the sector.
AI will reshape traditional industries, not replace them
AI is transforming industries and creating more advanced, human-focused careers.
Students’ success drivers are changing with AI
Evolving roles are increasing demand for strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
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