A master class on «Management solutions in the hospitality industry and their effectiveness» was held at the university, which was conducted by our graduate, Anastasia Pavlovna Ilyicheva, manager of the Negroni restaurant. Her education in the Restaurant and Hotel Business program has become the foundation of a successful career for her, and now she is happy to share her experience with current students. Ilyicheva told how she implements the knowledge gained at the university in her work, and how management solutions help to effectively organize processes in the restaurant, provide a high level of service and create comfortable conditions for employees. Students had the opportunity to ask questions and find out how the theory passed in the classrooms is implemented in practice. Such meetings with our graduates inspire students and demonstrate real examples of career growth based on professional knowledge and experience gained within the walls of our university.
On October 31, 2024, a meeting with representatives of QazTehna LLP was held at the Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz, dedicated to updating the roadmap to strengthen the practical orientation of educational programs, taking into account the tasks of the relevant ministry and regional needs.
During the event, key areas of cooperation and new approaches to the educational process were discussed in the context of the ideas presented at the Connected - 2024 conference. Among the priorities is to improve the practical orientation and quality of educational programs through the adaptation of curricula to professional standards and current market demands. Additionally, it is planned to attract practitioners to teach professional modules, which helps students gain in-demand knowledge and skills.
Specific initiatives have been identified to implement these tasks:
Reviewing educational programs with the involvement of experts from enterprises to ensure their relevance and compliance with industry requirements, conducting practical training at the enterprise.
Organization of paid internships for students so that they can put their knowledge into practice and gain valuable work experience.
Creation of a virtual training course for workers in conjunction with the university's Digital Laboratory, which will allow employees of enterprises to master competencies on the job.
Conducting a student Hackathon where participants will be able to solve real business problems, developing teamwork and critical thinking skills.
These initiatives will make learning more practice-oriented and help students prepare for professional activities, improving the quality of graduate training. The University and QazTehna LLP are confident that their cooperation will have a significant impact on the development of the region and the creation of new opportunities for young professionals.
An exciting quest game on the topic "Digital World" was held at our university, where graduates of Karaganda Banking College, Karaganda Higher Polytechnic College and College of Economics, Business and Law competed for the title of the best digital technology experts. At the beginning of the event, the participants were welcomed by the organizer of the quest game, the master and senior lecturer of the Department of Digital Engineering and IT Analytics, S.K. Kydyrmanova. She emphasized the importance of digital education in the modern world and spoke about the broad prospects of studying at our university. A special tour of the campus was organized for guests and fans. During the tour, they were presented with a variety of training areas, unique training programs and practical opportunities that await future students. This was especially impressive for college students, many of whom plan to continue their studies at our university. During the quest, students solved problems in digitalization, data analytics, cybersecurity and programming. The game not only tested the knowledge of the participants, but also showed the importance of skills for the digital age!
Congratulations to all participants for their active participation, striving for knowledge and positive attitude! This experience has become an excellent opportunity for young professionals to test their strength in the face of career challenges
On October 30- 2024 a workshop was held at the Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz with representatives of Asia Trans KZ LLP. Asia Trans KZ LLP is an experienced transport and logistics company operating on the market since 2005. Over almost two decades of successful work, the company has accumulated expertise in the field of international transportation and earned the trust of clients around the world. The company has its own fleet of modern vehicles, which allows it to quickly and reliably deliver cargo of any type and volume to anywhere in the world. The company’s logistician, Alena Dolidchik, shared her experience and knowledge in the field of logistics and the peculiarities of working with clients. HR manager of the company Inna Strogonova spoke about the motivation system in the company, about the constant work to improve the skills of employees and care for them. Students specializing in Logistics and Marketing were invited to the company for internship and further employment. Students asked questions about the process of adaptation to a professional environment, the characteristics of working in a team and the importance of continuous learning. At the end of the workshop, a session on writing a resume was held, where participants received advice on how to write one and prepare for an interview. The workshop was successful and was highly appreciated by the students. This event helps to improve interaction between the university and business, as well as to increase the level of students’ preparation for practical activities.
Psychologists have been trained in the educational program "Psychology and Management in Education" at the Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz since 2021, and the first graduation took place in 2023. Our first graduates are currently working as psychologists in various fields: healthcare, education, business environment or engaged in individual psychological practice.
An interesting online meeting of students with Alina Nikonova, a graduate of our university in 2024, took place on October 22, 2024. Alina– a novice practicing psychologist who is just starting her career, shared with students about her first achievements, answered numerous students' questions about her first experience working with clients, about methods and approaches to solving psychological problems, and various aspects of psychotherapy. Alina especially noted how important it is to be attentive and empathetic, as well as to be able to ask the right questions to help the client better understand himself. After the meeting, the students noted Alina's enthusiasm and her desire to develop, and were inspired to further study psychology. It was an interesting and informative experience for our students-future psychologists!
