KazNU alumnus Daniyar Makhanov discusses future cooperation with the university

Students at the Higher School of Economics and Business of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University met with Daniyar Makhanov, a 2005 graduate of the faculty and Chief Operating Officer of Eurasia Critical Minerals Organisation (ECMO).

The meeting was attended by Zhandos Baizhuma, Director of the University’s Centre for Strategic Development and Shynggys Nurgazy, Deputy Dean for Research, Innovation and International Relations. They discussed opportunities for future cooperation between the university and ECMO.

The participants also considered how the professional experience of alumni could contribute to the university’s teaching and research activities. Possible areas of cooperation included expert talks for students, exchanges of practical experience, and discussions on economics, investment and strategic development.

The meeting with Daniyar Makhanov highlighted the importance of maintaining ties between the university and its graduates. Alumni’s professional experience helps students better understand current labor market expectations and creates opportunities for dialogue between the university and industry professionals.