John D. Murphy's book "Mission Forsaken" still worth reviewing. Here's an interview with the Phoenix co-founder, who dedicated years to the school to make it successful. The first part of the video is about how UoPX grew. The second part (from about 11: 40) is how the Apollo Group shifted to a more profit-centered approach. If the "transition team" is sincere in making APOL succeed, they need talk to Mr. Murphy and discuss his findings.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3fJB9j6r-o