The Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation is one of the strategically important partners of Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz.
From March 30 to April 11, 2026, the Head of the Department of Accounting and Audit, Doctor of Economic Sciences Berezyuk V.I., visited the Financial University (Moscow) within the framework of the “Visiting Professor” program to deliver lectures and conduct seminars for undergraduate and graduate students of the Faculty of Taxes, Audit, and Business Analysis.
The visit of Berezyuk V.I. contributed to the expansion and deepening of further mutual cooperation between our universities and created a solid foundation for successful development and achieving new heights in scientific and educational activities.
On April 17, Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz held an Open Day as part of the events dedicated to the 60th anniversary of the University. The event was attended by more than 1,000 school students from the city and the region.
The purpose of the event was to introduce prospective applicants to the University’s educational opportunities, learning conditions, and career prospects.
Throughout the day, a rich career guidance program was organized for the students, including presentations of academic programs, meetings with faculty members and students, консультации on admission, as well as interactive faculty zones. These zones allowed school students to explore study areas, participate in master classes, communicate directly with faculty and students, and gain practical insights into their future professions. Participants also received information about the University’s modern infrastructure, academic mobility, and opportunities for personal development.
All planned activities were carried out in full and at a high organizational level.
Holding the Open Day in the юбилейный year highlights the University’s openness, its commitment to development, and strengthening cooperation with regional schools, helping students make informed career choices.
On April 17, 2026, an informational meeting was held at Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz with the participation of the regional information and explanatory group of the Internal Policy Department of the Karaganda Region.
The event was organized for students of the “International Relations” educational program and was dedicated to the implementation of state policy in the field of interethnic relations. The meeting was attended by representatives of the House of Friendship of Karaganda, highlighting the importance of institutional support for interethnic dialogue and social cohesion in the region.
During the event, key issues related to strengthening interethnic harmony, ensuring social stability, promoting a culture of tolerance, and fostering interaction among different ethnic groups were discussed. Particular attention was paid to the role of public associations and state institutions in implementing policies of social cohesion.
The speakers:
– Vitaliy Albertovich Khmelevsky — Chairman of the Karaganda Regional Polish Society “Polonia”;
– Gulnara Kaliyevna Kasembayeva — Deputy Director of the Public Institution “Qogamdyq Kelisim”.
The event was held in an open dialogue format, allowing students to ask questions and discuss important aspects of state policy in this field.
Chronicle of the events of the "week of science 2026" at the karaganda university of kazpotrebsoyuz from April 6 to April 10, 2026, the "Science Week 2026" was held at the Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz
THE FIRST DAY OF THE "SCIENCE WEEK 2026": April 6, 2026
At the opening ceremony of the "Science Week 2026", welcoming remarks were made by: Vice-rector for Research and Innovation Sikhimbayev M.R., Honored Worker of Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Director of the Scientific and Educational Center for Situalogy and Economic and Legal Regionalism of the I. Kant Baltic Federal University (Kaliningrad, Russia), Doctor of Law Professor Volchetskaya T.S., Director of the Scientific Research Institute of Law of Turan University (Almaty), Doctor of Law, Professor Akimzhanov T.K., as well as deans of faculties and honorary representatives of the University. The importance of developing scientific potential, stimulating youth research activity and introducing innovations in the academic and applied fields was noted. The opening of the week marked the beginning of a series of events (scientific seminars, workshops, round tables, advisory seminars, etc.) aimed at popularizing science and supporting young scientists.
On April 10, 2026, the XVIII Republican Student Olympiad in the educational program “World Economy” and the World Talent startup projects competition were held at Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz.
The event brought together students from leading universities across Kazakhstan, becoming an important academic platform for demonstrating theoretical knowledge, analytical skills, and practical competencies in the field of world economy. Participants showed a high level of preparation, critical thinking abilities, and the capacity to apply their knowledge to solve relevant economic problems.
The Olympiad program included individual testing aimed at assessing professional knowledge in world economy, as well as a startup projects competition focused on identifying innovative ideas and students’ entrepreneurial potential.
According to the results of the individual testing, first place was awarded to Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. In accordance with tradition, the winning university will host the Olympiad next year.
Within the framework of the World Talent startup competition, first place was awarded to the team from Esil University, which presented the well-developed and promising innovative project with strong practical significance and implementation potential.
The organization of the Olympiad and the competition contributed to the development of academic mobility, strengthening interuniversity cooperation, and supporting talented youth oriented toward scientific activity.
Congratulations to the winners of the XVIII Republican Olympiad and the "World Talent" startup project competition:
Asylkhan Dinara Beibitkyzy (Al-Farabi Kazakh National University) — 1st place in individual testing.
Anastasia Kushchenko, Anel Mitay, and Ruslan Baigutdinov (Esil University) — 1st place in the startup project competition.
We wish you academic success, the realization of all your ideas, and new professional achievements!
Representatives of Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz took part in a working meeting held at the Center for Labor Mobility, with the participation of career centers from leading universities in the city.
The meeting focused on discussing current issues related to graduate employment and developing effective mechanisms for cooperation between educational institutions and the labor market.
During the meeting, participants exchanged experiences, discussed existing barriers to the employment of young specialists, the demand for various specialties, and issues related to employment in accordance with obtained qualifications. Special attention was paid to the fulfillment of state educational grant obligations by graduates.
Director of the Center for Labor Mobility, N. Syzdykov, delivered a welcoming speech, emphasizing the importance of a systematic approach to addressing youth employment issues and implementing joint initiatives aimed at reducing graduate unemployment.
Following the meeting, the participants expressed their readiness to continue cooperation, strengthen information exchange, and develop specific measures to facilitate the successful employment of university graduates in the region.
Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz has summarized the results of the Regional Geography Olympiad held at the university. The intellectual competition brought together more than 50 students of grades 10–11 from secondary schools, gymnasiums, and lyceums of Karaganda city and the Karaganda region.
The annual Olympiad aims to promote geography as a science and to support students in their career guidance and future professional choice.
The methodological, organizational, and informational support of the event was provided by the Department of Tourism and Restaurant Business.
The jury, composed of faculty members of Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz, highly appreciated the participants’ level of preparation and their interest in geographical studies.
On March 18, 2026, an International Scientific and Practical Conference entitled “Sociocultural Dynamics in the Context of the Information Society” was held at our university, dedicated to the 60th anniversary of the institution.
The conference brought together leading scholars and public figures from Kazakhstan, Russia, Bulgaria, and other countries. The participants developed a number of recommendations aimed at advancing sociocultural dynamics in the information society, promoting active digitalization, and modernizing public institutions. Particular attention was paid to strengthening national unity, harmonizing interethnic relations, and improving mechanisms of social justice in the digital age. The importance of creating an inclusive digital environment ensuring equal access to knowledge, technologies, and opportunities for self-realization was emphasized. The implementation of these recommendations is regarded as a key factor for sustainable development and competitiveness of modern society in the context of global transformations.
We express our sincere gratitude to all participants for their active engagement, productive work, and valuable contribution to the development of scientific and public dialogue.
On March 18, 2026, Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz signed a memorandum of cooperation with the regional branch of the “Damu Entrepreneurship Development Fund” JSC in the Karaganda region.
The main objective of the memorandum is to develop long-term partnership relations aimed at expanding cooperation in the fields of education, science, and innovation. The parties intend to combine their efforts to implement joint initiatives focused on improving the quality of training and retraining of specialists, advancing research activities, and facilitating the employment of university graduates.
The signing of the memorandum is of strategic importance for the University and is aimed at strengthening ties with the regional business sector. The cooperation will enable the integration of modern business practices into the educational process, enhance the practice-oriented approach to learning, and develop востребованные профессиональные и предпринимательские компетенции among students.
Within the framework of cooperation, the parties plan to implement joint educational programs, conduct training seminars, workshops, and master classes with the participation of Damu Fund experts, as well as organize internships and practical training opportunities and facilitate the employment of students and graduates.
The signing of the memorandum opens up new opportunities for the sustainable development of the University, increasing its competitiveness, and strengthening its position in the regional educational and scientific landscape.
On March 12, 2026, Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz hosted an event aimed at promoting the “Law and Order” ideology.
The meeting was attended by distinguished guests, including K.S. Baidyldin, Prosecutor of the 6th Department of the Karaganda Region Prosecutor’s Office; Ya.A. Gorokhova, Prosecutor of the Specialized Prosecutor’s Office supervising the legality of execution of criminal sentences in institutions of the Karaganda region; and E.A. Beisekeeyev, Chief Specialist of the Department of the Penal System of the Karaganda region.
The event opened with welcoming remarks by S.V. Fedotov, Head of the University’s Compliance Service, who introduced the theme of the meeting – “Every person makes their own choice.” In his speech, he highlighted the activities of the university’s anti-corruption service and encouraged students to comply with the law and strengthen their anti-corruption culture.
During the event, K.S. Baidyldin emphasized that the “Law and Order” ideology is a key strategic principle aimed at strengthening legal awareness and fostering responsible civic behavior. As part of the meeting, a teleconference was organized with inmates serving sentences in correctional institutions of the Karaganda region.
During the teleconference, students had the opportunity to ask questions to inmates serving sentences for various offenses, including fraud, dropper schemes, and drug-related crimes. The participants shared their personal experiences, spoke about the consequences of unlawful actions, and urged students to obey the law and make conscious life choices.
