SDG 7 - MNU

«Funding the Future – Boosting Revenues for Lasting Investments»

Fariza — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 12:24:00 +0000

On February 4, 2025, the World Bank presented its Kazakhstan Economic Update 2025: «Funding the Future – Boosting Revenues for Lasting Investments». The event featured opening remarks by Andrei Mikhnev, Country Manager for the World Bank in Kazakhstan.

The keynote presentation was delivered by Azamat Agaidarov, Economist at the World Bank, highlighting Kazakhstan’s economic performance, fiscal challenges, and strategies for sustainable growth. The discussion covered tax reforms, public investment efficiency, infrastructure development, and green taxation.

During the panel discussion, representatives from the Ministry of National Economy, the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms, and the National Chamber of Entrepreneurs of Kazakhstan shared insights on fiscal policy stability, national development priorities, and private sector growth.

Students actively participated in the Q&A session, asking insightful questions and engaging in discussions on key economic issues.

We appreciate everyone’s engagement and look forward to future discussions!

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«China’s Expanding Role in Central Asia — Russia’s Partner or Competitor?»

Fariza — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 12:15:00 +0000

Join us for an insightful lecture by Dr. Elizabeth A. Wishnick on the topic «China’s Expanding Role in Central Asia — Russia’s Partner or Competitor?»
The lecture is co-organized by our school and American Councils for International Education and held as part of the U.S.-Central Asia Research Network Program (U.S.-CARNet). U.S.-CARNet is funded by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Embassy in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic and administered by American Councils for International Education.

About the lecturer: Elizabeth Wishnick is an Adjunct Senior Research Scholar at the Weatherhead East Asia Institute, Columbia University, and a Senior Research Scientist in the China and Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Division at CNA. Dr. Wishnick has dual regional expertise on China and Russia and an expert on Chinese foreign policy, Sino-Russian relations, Northeast Asian and Central Asian security, and Arctic geopolitics. Her book, China’s Risk China’s Risk: Energy, Water, Food and Regional Security (forthcoming Columbia University Press) addresses the security consequences of energy, water and food risks in China for its Eurasian neighbors, a topic she explores in a related policy blog, www.chinasresourcerisks.com.

Synopsis: Dr. Elizabeth Wishnick will examine how China’s perspective on geopolitics, domestic politics, economic interests, and cultural factors shape its role in Central Asia, with special emphasis on Kazakhstan. Dr. Wishnick also will address the contention by some experts that, since the full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia’s role has been diminishing as China’s expands. Beijing’s effort to increase its influence is occurring at a time when Central Asian states are developing their own agenda for regional integration. In conclusion, she will address how Central Asian states are responding to efforts by China to expand its role in the region.

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Partnership with HubSpot for Academic Programs

Fariza — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 07:43:00 +0000

The “Tourism” and “Hospitality” programs announced a partnership with HubSpot to integrate CRM tools and digital marketing courses into the curriculum. Students gain access to simulators and certifications; instructors receive teaching modules and analytics. SDG linkage: development of digital skills and employability (SDG 8), innovation in the learning process (SDG 9), and stronger partnerships (SDG 17). Outcomes: a pilot certification cohort was formed; courses for case integration were identified. Next steps: progress monitoring and joint webinars with the partner.

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Guest Lectures and Workshops for Tourism and Hospitality Programs

alina — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 12:09:00 +0000

As part of the academic semester, the “Tourism” and “Hospitality” programs hosted an extended series of guest lectures and practical workshops featuring industry experts. Topics covered sustainable business models, digital marketing, energy efficiency in tourism facilities, and career pathways. The format included talks, case discussions, and Q&A sessions. Initiators: the program head and faculty members. SDG alignment: enhancing education quality (SDG 4), expanding employability (SDG 8), fostering innovation (SDG 9), and reducing poverty through skills development (SDG 1); attention to clean energy in services and infrastructure (SDG 7). Outcomes: students received practical recommendations and a list of open courses/certifications. Next steps include mentoring sessions and integrating cases into course assessments.

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