Access to higher education remains a significant obstacle to Commonwealth nations with more applicants than places in many countries leading to an insufficient number of skilled graduates entering the workforce. Digital transformation initiatives have the potential to significantly increase access to higher education, however, if Commonwealth nations are to benefit from a greater number of young people accessing higher education, the quality and relevance of the education being offered must also be addressed. Universities have a critical role to play in creating social impact, helping to develop entrepreneurial skills, and ensuring students leave university prepped to be both employed and to become employers. Skills such as communications, team-working and problem-solving are vital in allowing graduates to adapt to a changing labour market and it is essential that these are developed as part of a formal university education. Students must be prepared for the Fourth Industrial Revolution with skills in digital literacy and basic statistical analysis. Following a consultation of Commonwealth higher education stakeholders, the following recommendations are made to Commonwealth Education Ministers: (1) Support innovations in pedagogy and teaching and learning; and (2) Invest in lifelong learning and adult education.