More than 50 applications were submitted for the competition. The selection process took into account student evaluations of teaching performance, assessments by Academic Quality Committees, and evaluations by senior university leadership. All stages of the competition were conducted in a transparent and open manner.

The honorary certificates and one-week holiday vouchers for two people at one of the best hotels in Vietnam were presented to the winners by the Chairman of the Board of MNU, Talgat Narikbayev. He congratulated the winners as well as the university’s faculty on the completion of the academic year. The aim of the competition is to motivate and reward high teaching performance and to enhance the quality of education.

The Best Teacher from the MNU Law School for 2026 is Aigerim Kusainkyzy. She has been working at the university for about a year and a half and teaches “Constitutional Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan” and “Theory of Law.” She holds a Master’s degree in International Law from the University of Montreal (Canada), is a PhD candidate in Public Administration, and is a well-known expert in human rights, gender equality, and constitutional law.

The Best Teacher from the MNU International School of Economics for 2026 is Sagadi Kisikov. He joined the university in the fall of 2024 and teaches “Foreign Policy Analysis” and “International Security.” He holds an MBA in International Public Administration and Management from the University of Southern California (USA), is a PhD candidate in Public Administration and Political Science, and is an experienced expert in international security, peacekeeping operations, strategic planning, and analytical research.

The Best Teacher from the MNU School of Liberal Arts for 2026 is Aizat Zhaksylyk. She has been working at the university for six years and teaches “Basic Foreign Language (I, II),” “Cambridge English B2+, C1, C1+,” and “History of Foreign Language Teaching Methods.” She organizes academic writing seminars for undergraduate and graduate students, conducts workshops for faculty on innovative teaching approaches, and leads the popular intellectual quiz UniQuiz among students in Astana.

The Best Teacher from the MNU International School of Journalism for 2026 is Kalima Tazhikul. She joined the university in December 2024 and teaches “History of the Media Industry in Kazakhstan,” “News Writing I,” and “News Journalism II.” She is an experienced media expert, media critic, book editor, and mentor for students participating in the Republican Subject Olympiad in Journalism.

It is also noted that the winner of the “Best Staff Member of the Year” competition will be announced in the near future.

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The project became an important step in the university’s efforts to enhance the professional and digital skills of its team. The training was conducted from May 13 to June 4, providing participants with an opportunity to master modern AI tools and explore ways to apply them in their professional activities to improve efficiency and productivity.

As a result of the course, faculty members and staff developed their own AI assistants designed to automate various work processes. The program was delivered by experienced specialists from the University’s Digitalization Department. More than 350 participants completed the training.

It is worth noting that MNU alumni had previously taken part in the AI Upgrade course as well.

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The program lasted for three months and brought together specialists from various industries. Participants gained practical knowledge of labor legislation, human resource management processes, and legal risk management. The courses were delivered by six highly qualified experts, the majority of whom are professors at MNU.

The curriculum included an in-depth examination of labor relations regulation, legal risk management systems in HR management, social partnership, and collective labor relations. Participants also studied labor dispute and conflict resolution, HR approaches to recruitment and staffing, competency modeling, and personnel assessment methods. This comprehensive approach enabled participants to develop a thorough understanding of labor relations and the fundamentals of HR management.

Over the past five years, more than 200 professionals have received certificates upon successful completion of the program.

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Provost Anar Ibrayeva shared the results of the academic work carried out over the past year and congratulated faculty members on the successful completion of the academic year. According to her, academic processes have been standardized, while the methodological competencies of the teaching staff have been strengthened. In addition, projects aimed at fostering a reading culture among students have been implemented, and artificial intelligence components have been integrated into the content of academic courses.

Meanwhile, MNU Vice Chairman of the Board for Science, Innovation, and Artificial Intelligence Sergey Pen emphasized the need for a systematic transformation of educational programs in response to current labor market demands and the rapid development of AI technologies. In the upcoming academic year, the University will launch several new programs, including Artificial Intelligence and Frontier Systems: AI + X, Business Administration in Accounting with AI Applications, Law, Linguistics (TESOL) and Translation Technologies, and Tourism and Hospitality Management. The integration of AI components into educational programs will also be further expanded, with a strong focus on the principles of responsible AI use.

During the meeting, special attention was given to the implementation of a practice-oriented learning model based on the regular alternation of academic study and real-world professional experience. This approach involves continuous engagement between students, the University, and industry partners, enabling learners to apply their knowledge in practical settings and subsequently reflect on their experiences to further develop professional competencies. The model will be piloted at the International School of Journalism.

The meeting concluded with a substantive discussion on the implementation of new approaches to the educational process.

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The Admissions Office of Maqsut Narikbayev University has officially started its work. Applications from prospective students will be accepted for nearly three months.

MNU’s mission is to serve people by providing quality and accessible education. In the upcoming academic year, the University offers around 30 educational programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, MBA, and DBA levels. Students can also take advantage of academic mobility and dual-degree programs with leading international universities, as well as opportunities to pursue additional specializations.

A key highlight of this year’s admissions campaign is the launch of a new educational program — Artificial Intelligence and Frontier Systems: AI + X. The program provides students with a strong technical foundation in artificial intelligence and equips them with the skills to apply AI across various industries. It also covers emerging fields and includes hands-on project work with partner companies to develop real-world AI solutions. The program is implemented in partnership with Seoul Cyber University (South Korea) and the China University of Political Science and Law (China).

It should be noted that MNU is accredited by 10 prestigious international accreditation agencies and consistently demonstrates high graduate employment rates. Applicants may also participate in the competition for state educational grants and the annual Maqsut Narikbayev Scholarship Olympiad. Applications for undergraduate programs will be accepted until August 25, 2026 (inclusive), while applications for postgraduate programs will be accepted until August 28, 2026 (inclusive).

More information about the educational programs is available via the corresponding link. The Admissions Office operates on weekdays from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at 8 Korgalzhyn Highway, Astana. For консультации and additional information, applicants may contact the Admissions Office at +7 700 170 30 30 or +7 7172 70 30 30.

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The negotiations primarily focused on developing academic mobility opportunities for students and faculty members. The parties also discussed the possibility of launching a joint double degree program. Representatives of both universities confirmed their mutual interest in establishing a long-term partnership, expanding international collaboration, and implementing joint educational and research projects.

It is worth noting that the South China University of Technology is one of China’s leading universities, offering educational programs in the fields of natural sciences and engineering. The university was founded in 1952 in Guangzhou. Today, it ranks among the TOP-30 universities in China and is included in the TOP-500 universities in the world.

Earlier, MNU also signed a memorandum of cooperation with Lanzhou University.

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The event brought together the university’s partners, including executives and experts from leading domestic companies and major international organizations. During the discussion, MNU Deputy Chairman of the Board for Science, Innovation, and Artificial Intelligence Sergey Pen shared his vision for adapting the university’s academic programs to modern technological challenges and the opportunities presented by AI. MNU Provost Anar Ibrayeva also emphasized the importance of synergy between academia and the real sector.

“Such dialogue platforms allow us to thoroughly analyze current labor market demands, respond promptly to global technological changes, and keep pace with the times. Through this collaborative work, we can efficiently transform the educational process in order to provide students with high-quality, relevant, and востребованное education that fully meets employers’ expectations,” said Anar Ibrayeva.

Participants of the meeting were introduced in detail to the activities of MNU’s Higher School of Liberal Arts and the prospects for the development of its educational programs. Employers shared a number of proposals and positively assessed the plans to launch the educational programs “Linguistics (TESOL) and Translation Technologies” and “Tourism and Hospitality Management.” In addition, representatives of partner companies were presented with letters of appreciation for strategic cooperation and organizing internships.

“This event clearly demonstrates how deeply the university studies future trends and understands the needs of employers. As an MNU graduate, I personally experienced the high quality of education, as the knowledge I gained helped me secure a managerial position within a short period of time. Our company is already cooperating with the university — just last year we hired an MNU graduate who is currently showing excellent results,” noted Olga Abeldinova, Director of the Department for Tourism Product and Service Development at Astana Tourism Development Center.

It should be noted that the X meeting of the Business Council of MNU’s International School of Economics was also held earlier.

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The Olympiad was held from May 19 to 21 at the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics in Moscow. The event was organized by the Interstate Statistical Committee of the CIS with the support of the CIS Executive Committee. More than 60 students from Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan took part in the competition.

The central theme of the Olympiad was the 35th anniversary of the Commonwealth of Independent States, symbolizing many years of cooperation among member countries. Participants were required to demonstrate their knowledge, analytical skills, and ability to apply statistical methods in practice. The program included team presentations, individual testing, defense of team research projects, and thematic discussions dedicated to current issues in statistics and its role in the modern world.

During the Olympiad, students of the MNU International School of Economics Aslan Seidalin, Aida Ogay, and Nikita Piltsov presented a project on panel data analysis of CIS countries focusing on factors contributing to the gender pay gap. As a result of the competition, Aida Ogay won first place in the individual category, outperforming participants from the Altai Branch of the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration and the Azerbaijan State University of Economics. In addition, the MNU team received awards in the nominations “Coverage of a Relevant Topic” and “Competitors’ Choice”.

Earlier, MNU students also became champions of the Central Asian moot court competition Asia Zangeri 2026.

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Maqsut Narikbayev University wishes everyone good health, prosperity, and peace!

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The agreement marks an important step in strengthening partnership ties between Kazakhstan and Indonesia in the field of higher education. The memorandum was signed by Sergey Pen, Deputy Chairman of the Board for Science, Innovation and Artificial Intelligence at MNU, and Hamam Hadi, Rector of Universitas Alma Ata. The signing ceremony was also attended by the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Indonesia to Kazakhstan and Tajikistan, Mochammad Fadjroel Rahman.

The memorandum outlines cooperation in the implementation of joint educational and research projects, the development of academic mobility programs, the organization of scientific events, and the exchange of expertise. Special attention was given to collaboration within the programs of the Faculty of Economics and Business at the Indonesian university. The parties emphasized their shared interest in building a long-term partnership and implementing initiatives aimed at improving the quality of education and research.

It is worth noting that Alma Ata University is one of Indonesia’s young and rapidly developing private universities. The university is located in Yogyakarta, one of the country’s largest educational and cultural centers. It offers 22 academic programs in the fields of healthcare, information technology, engineering, economics, education, and the humanities.

Earlier, MNU also signed an agreement with Indonesia’s Sunan Ampel State Islamic University Surabaya.

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