8D04110 Finance
Goal : The goal of the EP is the high-quality training of competitive financiers who possess key competencies and knowledge of the modern financial system; having fundamental scientific knowledge in the field of finance, professional knowledge of foreign languages, innovative digital technologies; able to critically analyze, manage the activities of financial institutions, evaluate and synthesize effective financial solutions; carrying out scientific, pedagogical, research and experimental research activities.
Description
Sustainable Development Goals in the Finance Educational Programme
Within the Finance educational programme, doctoral students undertake research, academic and pedagogical, as well as experimental research activities aimed at advancing the modern financial system, improving the efficiency of financial institutions, implementing digital technologies, and developing innovative financial solutions. The programme contributes to a number of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Goal 4: Quality Education. The programme is designed to prepare a new generation of researchers and educators capable of developing teaching and learning materials, applying student-centred approaches, and using modern digital technologies. The integration of education, research, and innovation contributes to improving the quality of higher and postgraduate education.
Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth. Research on corporate financial sustainability, investment activities, financial planning, and risk management contributes to improving the efficiency of businesses and financial institutions. The development of evidence-based financial solutions creates conditions for sustainable economic growth and entrepreneurship development.
Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure. Particular attention is given to the development and evaluation of FinTech projects, the implementation of digital financial products, and the financing of innovative products and services. The use of modern digital technologies and financial modelling contributes to the development of innovative financial infrastructure.
Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities. Research in international taxation, Islamic finance, and access to financial services makes it possible to analyse the mechanisms of financial resource allocation and socio-economic disparities. Particular emphasis is placed on studying financial instruments that can promote financial inclusion and reduce global inequality.
Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. Financial planning, investment project evaluation, financial resource management, and risk analysis support decision-making that takes into account long-term efficiency and the rational use of resources. Financial mechanisms are considered important tools for supporting responsible and sustainable corporate development.
Goal 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions. Research on financial regulation, international taxation, corporate tax planning, financial reporting, and independent economic assessment contributes to greater transparency and efficiency of financial institutions. Compliance with regulatory requirements and the development of sound financial governance strengthen trust in public and corporate institutions.
Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals. Working with national and international databases, participating in research projects, and studying international financial practices contribute to the development of academic and professional cooperation. Collaboration among universities, financial institutions, businesses, government agencies, and the international community provides a foundation for developing joint financial and innovative solutions.
Educational Program
The goal of the EP is the high-quality training of competitive financiers who possess key competencies and knowledge of the modern financial system; having fundamental scientific knowledge in the field of finance, professional knowledge of foreign languages, innovative digital technologies; able to critically analyze, manage the activities of financial institutions, evaluate and synthesize effective financial solutions; carrying out scientific, pedagogical, research and experimental research activities.
1. Organize and conduct training sessions taking into account the principles of student-centered learning and assessment, develop educational and methodological materials in the taught disciplines, taking into account the integration of education, science and innovation, as well as establish feedback with students using digital technologies.
2. Determine the most effective ways to use financial resources, know the program and strategic regulations in the field of regulation of financial relations, as well as carry out financial and settlement transactions of companies within the established time limits
3. Participate in the implementation of research projects, increase scientific productivity and publication activity, work with national and international databases; develop and apply scientific and methodological products in the educational process; maintain and develop the educational environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organization of higher and postgraduate education; evaluate and interpret existing analysis techniques in relation to the study of financial risk issues in Islamic finance
4. To propose a research methodology in the context of various areas of modern international taxation based on the inspection of experimental methods for analyzing economic processes in various spheres of society within the framework of a particular scientific direction
5. Develop a strategy for ensuring the financial stability of the company, draft long-term and current financial plans, forecast balances and cash budgets, as well as apply the principles of financial planning, the principles of achieving and maintaining the financial stability of the company.
6. Practice the provision of consulting services and conduct independent economic expertise to assess the effectiveness and risks of financial investments, corporate tax planning, select effective solutions for company development, and improve the quality of financial services; monitor the implementation of indicators and indicators of the company’s financial strategy; control the correctness of the preparation and execution of reporting documentation, the timeliness of its provision to external and internal users.
7. To provide financial and economic preparation of the investment project, to evaluate the financial flows of the project, to analyze the sources of financing of the investment project, as well as to make the optimal choice of financing the life cycle of innovative products/services in conditions of uncertainty and high risk
8. Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the effectiveness of fintech projects, develop and implement fintech products both within the framework of specially created firms for this purpose, and by integrating them into traditional companies in the financial sector
Doctoral Educational Programs
1) Bachelor's, Master's Degree diploma + appendices (original)
2) Identity card (original and 2 copies)
3) Certificate confirming proficiency in a foreign language
4) Official KAZTEST certificate (NTC)
5) Medical certificate form 075/y
6) 3×4 photos 6 pcs
7) Document confirming employment in accordance with the Labor Code of the RK
8)List of scientific publications for the last 3 years, research plan and essay
9) Results of the preliminary selection (in the field of "Healthcare")
Curriculum
SEMESTER 1
- Academic Writing — 3 ECTS
- The Implementation of a Doctoral Thesis — 3 ECTS
- Research Seminar — 3 ECTS
- Scientific Research Methods — 3 ECTS
- Green Finance — 5 ECTS
- Financial Technology — 5 ECTS
- Risk Management in Islamic Finance — 5 ECTS
- Financial Markets and Financial Engineering — 5 ECTS
- Tax Consulting — 5 ECTS
- International Taxation — 5 ECTS
SEMESTER 2
- Pedagogical Practice — 10 ECTS
- Research Seminar — 2 ECTS
- Graduate Seminar — 6 ECTS
- The Implementation of a Doctoral Thesis — 11 ECTS
SEMESTER 3
- Research Practice — 5 ECTS
- Research Seminar — 8 ECTS
- The Implementation of a Doctoral Thesis — 14 ECTS
- Participation in International Scientific Conferences — 3 ECTS
SEMESTER 4
- Research Practice — 5 ECTS
- Research Seminar — 4 ECTS
- Graduate Seminar — 6 ECTS
- The Implementation of a Doctoral Thesis — 15 ECTS
SEMESTER 5
- Research Seminar — 3 ECTS
- Graduate Seminar — 6 ECTS
- The Implementation of a Doctoral Thesis — 8 ECTS
- Participation in International Scientific Conferences — 3 ECTS
- Scientific Internship — 10 ECTS
- Publication of the Main Scientific Results of the Dissertation in Scientific Journals — 5 ECTS
SEMESTER 6
- Research Seminar — 1 ECTS
- The Implementation of a Doctoral Thesis — 2 ECTS
- Publication of the Main Scientific Results of the Dissertation in Scientific Journals — 10 ECTS
- Final Attestation — 12 ECTS
Employment
Graduates can work in the following areas:
• financial and banking sector
• public and quasi-public organizations
• corporate sector (large, medium, and small businesses)
• consulting and auditing companies
• investment and insurance organizations
• research and educational institutions
Contacts
al-Farabi Kazakh National university,
Republic of Kazakhstan, Almaty, 050040, 71 al-Farabi Ave.
Kassenova Gulmira, + 7 701 783 83 81
Zhumadilova Tolkyn, + 7 775 319 82 20