Modern Challenges and Digital Solutions in Auditor Training

The second meeting of the Project Management Group of the Republican Educational and Methodological Association (REMA) for the field of “Business and Management” (“Audit and Taxation”) was held at L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University. The session was chaired by Ardaq Beisenbai, Deputy Chair of REMA and Member of the University Board – Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs.

The meeting brought together faculty members from leading universities across the country, representatives of the state audit sector, digitalization experts, and developers of educational programs.

The discussion focused on key issues related to improving the “Audit and Taxation” and “Public Audit” educational programs. Particular emphasis was placed on developing students’ professional competencies in internal audit and integrating modern digital technologies into the learning process.

The first presentation was delivered by Aigul Abdrahmanova, Internal Auditor at the Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan JSC, Candidate of Economic Sciences, Associate Professor. She introduced approaches and tools aimed at strengthening competencies in internal audit. The importance of practice-oriented case studies, assignments based on real data, and alignment with professional standards was highlighted.

Altynbek Zulkhazhav, Deputy Director of the Digitalization Department at L.N. Gumilyov ENU, presented on the application of artificial intelligence tools in educational programs. The discussion addressed the advantages of AI integration, associated risks, and emerging requirements for faculty members. Participants emphasized that digital competencies are essential not only for students but also for teaching staff.

Aliya Rakaeva, Associate Professor of the Department of Public Audit, Candidate of Economic Sciences, presented a report on the implementation of blockchain technologies within the “Public Audit” program. The potential of blockchain to enhance transparency, ensure data reliability, and support the digital transformation of audit processes was discussed.

At the conclusion of the meeting, participants reaffirmed the importance of continued collaboration aimed at improving the quality of audit education, aligning curricula with labor market demands, and integrating digital technologies into academic practice.