DSpace Repository

Recently added

01.NU Schools: Recent submissions

  • Token, Akmaral (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Business, 2022-12-14)
    Prior literature attributes stock price crash risk to managers hiding or personally absorbing firm-specific negative information from investors. Managers hide information in the 10-K reports which lead to stock price crashes ...
  • Khamzina, Guldana (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2023-12)
    After gaining independence in 1991, the question of national identity has become one of the challenges in Central Asia. As newly emerged countries, each state took different directions in conceptualizing the notion of ...
  • Kurmanov, Bakhytzhan (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2021-05)
    This dissertation asks why authoritarian regimes in Central Asia adopt the Open Government reform. This question is investigated by analyzing the 14 sub-cases from the Central Asian region that bring a new perspective on ...
  • Tanaguzova, Mereke (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2023-05)
    The primary objective of this academic research is to evaluate the impact of trade policy on trade performance. Particularly, the study investigates the impact of World Trade Organisation (WTO) on trade performance of ...
  • Makatova, Anara (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2022-04-26)
    The local community and social infrastructure development projects implemented by the extractive sector companies in the frame of their corporate social responsibility (CSR), if effective, can be an important source of ...
  • Makulbayeva, Gulnur (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2023-04-27)
    This dissertation focuses on public councils (PC) of Kazakhstan, which are consultative-advisory bodies established in 2016 with the purpose to offer recommendations to state bodies. The research aims to answer the following ...
  • Rakhimzhanov, Sultan; Bokeikhanov, Dauren; Zhalgabay, Dauren (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2023-11-05)
    This paper’s main research area is the extent to which carbon pricing has an impact on Kazakhstan's oil & gas industry. For this purpose, the research overviews the necessary energy policy reforms considering climate change ...
  • Akynov, Tomas; Gninenko, Saltanat; Kartpay, Aldiyar (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2023-11-05)
    Over the last two decades, the Kazakhstan government has discussed constructing a Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) to pursue an energy security agenda and, more recently, carbon neutrality. However, government communication on ...
  • Zhaubassar, Ablaikhan; Bozhanov, Adilkhan; Korotich, Saule (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2023-11-05)
    In the search for economic growth drivers, scholars identify consistent and transparent public policy as the foundation in any stage of a country's economic development. Transparency of public decisions and policy processes ...
  • Nurgozhina, Zhaniya; Nurzhanov, Islambek; Saktaganov, Daulet (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2023-11-05)
    In light of Kazakhstan's impressive economic achievements over its three-decade period of independence, its strategic geographic positioning and substantial oil and gas reserves have facilitated the country's capacity ...
  • Kokkozov, Dimash; Zhuszhassarova, Meruyert; Myrzatay, Gaukhar (Graduate School of Public Policy, 2023-11-19)
    With the growth of entrepreneurship globally and its potential gains to the economy and society, governments are focusing efforts on creating the fertile ground for their talents to innovate, grow and flourish. Acknowledging ...
  • Mahate, Wumuti; Imam Baqir, Burhani (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2023-11-05)
    Kazakhstan is one of China’s direct neighbors, and a prominent one by size and border. Therefore, Sino-Kazakh interactions are crucial, particularly in respect to Beijing's efforts to advance the Belt and Road Initiative ...
  • Kunbulatova, Diana; Mussabekov, Aidar; Kanatbayev, Arkhat (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2023-11-05)
    The frequent instability of world commodity prices and recurrent crises have forced Kazakhstan to restructure its economy and move away from the extraction and export of raw materials. These occurrences prompted Kazakhstan ...
  • Kussainova, Nurgul; Saparova, Dina; Zhukenova, Dina (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2023-11-05)
    The rapid and unexpected onset of the COVID-19 pandemic presented a huge challenge globally, prompting nations and institutions to swiftly implement restrictive measures in March 2020. The impact of the pandemic reached ...
  • Khadessov, Rauan; Sembayeva, Nazira; Uakbayev, Bektur (Graduate School of Public Policy, 2023-11-19)
    We live in a world of abundant resources, but we also realize that nearly one billion people worldwide suffer from chronic hunger. Food security remains an elusive objective throughout many developing countries. Each state's ...
  • Sadykova, Assel (Nazarbayev University Graduate School of Education, 2022-05)
    Kazakhstan is among the countries introducing English medium instruction (EMI) programs in higher education. Despite the rapid spread of EMI, students whose first language is not English have difficulty adjusting to an ...
  • Rakhimova, Gulmira; Shalmanov, Adilzhan; Mendagaziyeva, Sabina (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Public Policy, 2021-11-07)
    This research aims at the evaluation and comparison of the environmental and social standards and practices of national, regional, and international development institutions operating in Kazakhstan on enforcing environmental ...
  • Elmira, Bakytkhanova; Aigerim, Samarkhanova; Ulpa, Nazar; Aryslan, Aitbayev (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Business, 2023-11-23)
    This practicum project explores the unique needs of "Qazaq National Product" LLP, a specialized industrial safety consulting company in Kazakhstan. The company has specified key outcomes, including the development of ...
  • Aigul, Musrepova; Fatima, Omarova; Amina, Bimagambetova (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Business, 2023-11-23)
    This academic paper explores a dual-focused investigation aimed at enhancing the quality of university education, specifically addressing the organization of annual student internships and the development of the “Code ...
  • Zhanat, Balgabayev; Ali, Ahmad; Assylbek, Dauletzhanov (Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Business, 2023-11-23)
    The business education landscape is always changing, driven by the changing needs of sectors and the aspirations of individuals trying to progress their careers. Demand for Master of Business Administration (MBA) ...