Results of the Republican Student Olympiad in the Educational Program "Economics"

Written on 02 June 2025.

On May 30, 2025, our university hosted the Republican Student Subject Olympiad in the educational program "Economics" on the topic: "Circular Economy as a Driver of Sustainable Development: Innovative Solutions and Prospects for Business and Society."

Students from leading universities of Kazakhstan participated in the Olympiad, demonstrating a high level of preparation, analytical thinking, and digital competencies.

The relevance of the chosen topic was driven by global challenges in the field of sustainable development and the need to transition to resource-efficient economic models. The Olympiad became an important platform for exchanging ideas and discussing the prospects for the development of the circular economy, as well as the role of innovation in shaping a sustainable future for business and society.

The jury included the Director of the QuantumHub Research Center for Sustainable Development and Creative Industries, a top manager from the business community, and the Head of the Internal Policy Department of the city of Karaganda.

Information Session on Applying for Erasmus+ Projects

Written on 28 May 2025.

On 23 May 2025, an information session on applying for Erasmus+ projects was held for the university's teaching staff. The event was conducted with the participation of Laura Kalabaevna Paluanova, Director of the Erasmus+ National Office in Kazakhstan, and Shayzada Umirzakivna Tasbulatova, Scientific Consultant and Lead Expert.

The aim of the event was to familiarize participants with the latest developments in the Erasmus+ programme, as well as national and regional priorities, and to develop practical recommendations for participating in funding competitions.

The session included presentations on Jean Monnet modules and Capacity Building (Higher Education) projects, case study analyses, practical exercises, and consultation sessions. Participants included representatives of ongoing Erasmus+ projects, potential proposal developers, and other interested individuals. The event contributed to expanding professional networks and facilitated experience sharing with invited experts.

Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz has been actively cooperating with the Erasmus+ programme for many years, implementing international projects and demonstrating sustainable results. The university has repeatedly won competitions within this European programme and continues to develop academic mobility, partnership relations, and research initiatives.

The results of the Republican Student Olympiad on the educational program «Finance»

Written on 16 May 2025.

On April 28, 2025, the Republican Student Subject Olympiad in the educational program “Finance” was held among universities of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The theme «Modern Drivers of Sustainable Development of the Financial System in the Context of Transformation and Digitalization».

The event addressed the growing transformation of the financial system under the influence of digital technologies, ESG transformation, and blockchain innovations. Fintech is reshaping the industry, competing increasingly with traditional institutions.

Certificate Awarding Ceremony for Participants of CirculEC Trainings

Written on 08 May 2025.

On May 8, 2025, Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz hosted a certificate awarding ceremony for participants of the trainings organized within the framework of the international project CirculEC (Development of innovative curricula and modules in Circular Economy and Sustainable Development), supported by the European Union.

The CirculEC project aims to strengthen human capital in Central Asian universities in the field of circular economy by equipping staff, students, and the wider public with skills and competencies relevant to local labor market needs and environmental challenges faced by the region.

The training program focused on current issues in circular economy, sustainable practices, and educational innovation. Participants included faculty members, administrative staff, and students interested in applying modern approaches in educational and institutional contexts.

Innovation in Action: Roboproject-2025 Robotics Championship Held at the University

Written on 02 May 2025.

On April 28, 2025, the Roboproject-2025 Robotics Championship was held at Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsoyuz among students. The event was organized by the Department of Digital Engineering and IT Analytics.

The championship brought together talented and proactive students passionate about engineering creativity and modern technologies. Participants presented their own robotics projects, demonstrating practical skills in programming, assembly, and control of robotic systems. Based on the results of the championship, the prizes were awarded as follows: