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Education Industry Overview

• Focus on Kindergarten through 12th Grade (K-12) education.

Market Dynamics

Revenue Entrance

• Initially low revenue due to complex processes required for opening new public schools.

• Involves local district and government engagement, alongside necessary approvals.

Bargaining Power of Suppliers

• Moderate Bargaining Power:

  • Primary suppliers include government entities and educational unions.

  • Influence of teacher protests and public school unions on the education system.

Bargaining Power of Buyers

• High Bargaining Power:

  • Numerous schools and alternative forms of education available to consumers.

  • Families have significant choice due to the growing population.

Threat of Substitutes

• High Threat of Substitutes:

  • New schools frequently open in the same districts, contributing to competition.

  • Alternative educational methods like homeschooling and online education are viable options for families.

Industry Rivalry

• High Rivalry Among Existing Competitors:

  • Numerous schools in the same demographic areas increase competition.

  • Parents may base school choices on various factors—such as ratings and extracurricular offerings (e.g., high school sports).

  • Example chosen for analysis: Elk Grove Unified School District.

Customer Choices

• Due to particular factors like population growth, customer bargaining power remains robust.

• Choices include:

  • Inter-district transfers.

  • Private options like Saint Elizabeth and Saint Francis schools.

  • Alternative education formats such as online schooling and homeschooling.

Changing Supplier Landscape

• Upcoming government changes may influence bargaining power dynamics.

• Population boom leads to increased tax revenue from property taxes, potentially impacting funding and facility capability.

Threat of New Entrants

• Moderate Threat:

  • The overcrowding of existing schools complicates new entries into the market.

  • Construction of new schools involves significant investment and logistical challenges.

Conclusion

• Competitive landscape encapsulated by numerous options, consumer demand, and evolving industry dynamics.