About me
Christopher Nitsch is a senior higher-education and ed-tech leader with experience at the intersection of research, rankings, and digital learning. At Times Higher Education, he partnered with university leaders globally on data-informed strategy, research performance, and institutional positioning. Most recently at Coursera, he supported universities and public-sector partners in designing and scaling credential pathways, including professional certificates, micro-credentials, and skills-based programs. Across both roles, his work has focused on helping institutions align mission, strategy, and execution in a rapidly evolving learning and workforce landscape. He is particularly interested in how digital credentials and badges can make learning outcomes more transparent, portable, and meaningful for learners. Christopher is the current CEO of Veritas EduGlobal Consulting.