Research Workshop dedicated to the approbation of doctoral dissertations was held

On April 3, 2026, an interuniversity scientific seminar (Research Workshop) was held at L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University in collaboration with the Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The seminar was dedicated to the approbation of doctoral students’ dissertation results and took place in Room 605, the “Nobel” auditorium.

The opening remarks were delivered by Tolepov Adil Yerbolatovich, Deputy Director for Scientific Work of the Higher School of Economics and Tourism, and Sadykova Kuralai Kazhimkhanovna, Director of the Institute of Management of the Academy of Public Administration.

Seminar program:

15:10–15:20
Elubayeva Almagul Mukashkyzy, 3rd-year doctoral student of the educational program “8D04114 – Economics”
Topic: “Improving the mechanism of performance audit of central government bodies”

15:20–15:30
Zhuginisova Janargul Vyacheslavovna, 3rd-year doctoral student of the educational program “8D04113 – Public Administration”
Topic: “Effective tax policy: development and implementation in the context of Kazakhstan”

15:30–15:40
Shambyl Kazhykeldi Adilkhanuly, 2nd-year doctoral student of the educational program “8D04102 – Economics”
Topic: “Investment project evaluation – opportunities and alternative costs”

15:40–15:50
Magzumova Lazzat, 2nd-year doctoral student of the educational program “8D04114 – Finance”
Topic: “The role of the investment-budgetary approach in the development of green financing in Kazakhstan”

15:50–16:00
Arzayeva Talanty Myrzalievna, 1st-year doctoral student of the educational program “8D04114 – Finance”
Topic: “Formation and implementation of a financial mechanism for an inclusive agricultural development model”

16:00–16:10
Zlobin Bakyt Nikolaevich, 1st-year doctoral student of the educational program “8D04102 – Economics”
Topic: “Implementation of digital solutions as an important element of state mechanisms to improve accessibility of social services in Kazakhstan”

From 16:10 to 16:20, a Q&A session was held, during which participants discussed the scientific novelty and practical significance of the presented research.

The event brought together young researchers, scientific supervisors, experts, and representatives of the academic community. Participants exchanged professional opinions, received constructive feedback, and discussed ways to improve the quality of scientific research.

During the seminar, doctoral students presented the key elements of their dissertation research, including the relevance of the topic, research questions, methodology, obtained results, and their practical significance. Particular attention was paid to scientific novelty, the validity of conclusions, and prospects for further development of the studies.

The round table was held at the “Economist+” discussion platform and was followed by interactive discussions after each presentation. This format contributed to the development of critical thinking, strengthening academic ties, and building research competencies.

Leading faculty members and experts took part in the discussion, including Spataeva Saule Bakytovna, Head of the Department of “State Audit,” Professor Sembieva Lyazzat Myktybekovna, as well as representatives of partner higher education institutions:

• Zeinelgabin Altay Boltaikhanuly – Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor, Academy of Public Administration
• Dulambaeva Raushan Tlegenkyzy – Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor, Academy of Public Administration
• Aimkulov Rakhat Ashkenovich – Dean of the School of Business and Digital Technologies at Turan-Astana University, PhD
• Bakhiyarova Aigerim Zhorakyzy – Deputy Director of the Institute for Applied Research in Public Administration, Digitalization, and Artificial Intelligence under the Academy of Public Administration of the Republic of Kazakhstan
• Zhunusova Asel Zhumayevna – Head of the Department of Business Administration at Turan-Astana University, Doctor in the relevant field
• Zhumabayev Serik Assetovich – Professor at Astana International University, Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
• Kusainova Larisa Islyamovna – Associate Professor of the Department of “Economics and Management” at K.K. Kulazhanov University of Technology and Business, Candidate of Economic Sciences

Holding such scientific seminars contributes to the development of doctoral students’ research potential, strengthens inter-university cooperation, and improves the quality of research in the field of public audit.