Costing & Flexible Engagement Options

We know that every project, team, and institution is different. That’s why we design flexible costing options that reflect your goals, your timeline, and your budget. Whether you need a short-term consultation, a training series, or long-term support for a major initiative, we’ll work with you to build an approach that fits.

Project-Based Pricing

For clearly defined projects, we provide a customized proposal outlining our scope of work, deliverables, timelines and the total project cost estimate.

Final pricing is always based on size, complexity, and timelines, and we will happily adjust recommendations to work within your budget.

This approach works well for:

  • Program development and curriculum design
  • Qualitative research and interviews
  • Planning and facilitation sessions
  • Toolkit or resource development
  • Program reviews or audits

We offer a range of project options starting from short, focused engagements to multi-phase initiatives.

Hourly and Daily Rates

For teams looking for targeted support, coaching, or quick turnaround work, we offer hourly and daily rate options along with the support of one or two facilitators.

This is ideal for:

  • Review and feedback on existing materials
  • Short-term consulting or advisory work
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Coaching for leaders or teams
  • Assistance with grant writing or academic documents

You can hire us for as little as a few hours or as much as you need.

Retainer Options

For ongoing support, we offer monthly or multi-month retainer plans that ensure you always have access to our expertise when you need it.

Standard Retainer

A flexible monthly package that can include:

  • A set number of consulting hours per month (e.g., 10–20 hours)
  • Priority scheduling for meetings and review
  • Ongoing advisory support
  • Rolling access to emerging resources, templates, and tools

Enhanced Retainer

Designed for institutions undergoing major change or development, this option can include:

  • Extended monthly hours (20+ hours)
  • Project coordination and check-ins
  • Regular facilitation sessions or workshops
  • Support for implementation planning and communication
  • Continuous advisory support for leadership teams

Retainers are fully customizable and we will work closely with you to shape a package that aligns with your goals, pace, and available budget.

Flexible & Collaborative Pricing

We believe cost should never be a barrier to meaningful improvement.

Our commitment:

  • We will always design options that meet your financial reality.
  • We will recommend multiple pathways-  from lean to comprehensive.
  • We will be transparent and collaborative in the budgeting process.

If you’re unsure what level of support you need, we’re happy to explore possibilities with you.

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Key Educational Consulting & Research
Key Educational Consulting & Research empowers post-secondary institutions through strategic planning, curriculum development, and grant support. We deliver tailored solutions that drive innovation, impact, and long-term success.