The leadership of Nazarbayev University (NU) ensures the University’s strategic development and effective operation. Its responsibilities include the development of internal policies, financial and resource management, coordination of academic and administrative units, engagement with governmental and international
partners, and the assurance of high standards in education and research in compliance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan and international best practices.
partners, and the assurance of high standards in education and research in compliance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan and international best practices.
NU’s governance structure includes:
The Supreme Board of Trustees – the highest governing body
The Board of Trustees – the governing body
The Executive Council – the executive body
The Academic Council – the body responsible for academic (educational) matters
The Research Council – the body responsible for research matters
The Managing Council consists of:
The President
The Executive Vice President
The Provost
Vice Presidents overseeing respective portfolios
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
The Executive Council of Nazarbayev University provides overall leadership of the University’s day-to-day operations, ensures the practical implementation of its development strategy, and acts on the basis of, and in accordance with, the decisions of the Supreme Board of Trustees and the Board of Trustees.