Gartner notes that vendors in the Leaders Quadrant "have the highest combined measures of ability to execute and completeness of vision. They are performing well, are prepared for the future and have strong customer bases that have fully implemented their suites. Additionally, each of the vendors in this space has functionality beyond the minimum requirements for inclusion in this Magic Quadrant".


Oracle offers a comprehensive application suite for the higher-education industry, including student information, financial management, human resources, constituent-relationship management (CRM), grants management, alumni development, and complementary enterprise-performance management.


These integrated applications, combined with Oracle's secure infrastructure software and advanced business-intelligence tools, help education institutions operate efficiently, manage the evolving constituent lifecycle, and deliver personalized service to compete in today's dynamic higher-education industry.


"We believe our inclusion in Gartner's Magic Quadrant is acknowledgement of Oracle's clear, straightforward vision for the higher-education industry and reaffirms our strategy to deliver the most comprehensive, integrated products to institutions around the world."


"Oracle is dedicated to continuing the advancement of higher education through our software, services, and management teams. We look forward to continuing to work with our customers to help meet their unique needs today and in the future", said Curtiss Barnes, Vice-President, Industry Strategy, Oracle Higher Education.