Offline training has started at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University as part of the third module of the Data-driven Decision Making program within the Academic Leadership Institute.

The project was initiated by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Graduate School of Education of Nazarbayev University.

Chairman of the Board and Rector of Al-Farabi KazNU, Zhanset Tuimebaev, addressed the participants of the training, noting that the third module of the "Data-driven Decision Making" program was developed by KazNU specialists. The knowledge and skills acquired during the module at KazNU will help effectively determine the design, scope, and nature of strategic changes in various fields of activity using relevant data and analytical methods. "This program aims to create and expand highly professional and effective management teams in universities that possess skills in managing changes in a rapidly changing environment. I believe this is an excellent opportunity and motivation for effective management of the country's universities," emphasized the university's leader.

 The event also featured presentations by Rustem Bigari, the CEO of the Center for Digital Government Support; Zhandos Shaimardanov, the Head of the Bureau of National Statistics at ASPR RK; Sergey Khristolyubov, the Regional Director of QS Agency; Aydana Kaskyrbek, Advisor to the Chairman of the Board at the Center for Payment and Financial Technologies Development of the National Bank of Kazakhstan; employees of Al-Farabi KazNU, and other experts.

The Academic Leadership Institute program consists of 9 modules, each of which covers specific processes of transformation in universities. These include topics such as the core values and their significance for society, leadership, rethinking university structure, addressing student issues, ensuring the quality of academic programs, and more.

During the training, the university's leadership, including rectors, vice-rectors, deans, and department directors, will update their knowledge and acquire skills and innovative technologies necessary for effective university management in today's complex and dynamic environment.

The Academic Leadership Institute program, which started in April 2023, will continue until October 2023. It will include lectures by representatives of ministries, members of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as national and international experts in higher education.

 Press Service of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University