APPLY NOW
BUSINESS AND
ECONOMICS

Why business and economics at NU?

01

WORLD-CLASS BUSINESS EDUCATION

Study in an academic environment where modern business practice meets international experience and research. Nazarbayev University Graduate School of Business has a strategic partnership with Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business.

02

FROM THEORY TO REAL BUSINESS CHALLENGES

Go beyond management models and economic theory. Analyze markets, evaluate investment decisions, develop business strategies and study consumer behavior. Apply your knowledge in projects, teamwork, research and hands-on tasks that mirror how real companies operate.

03

DATA, FINANCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Modern business runs on data-driven decisions.
Master economic analysis, quantitative methods, financial modeling and digital management tools.
Learn how technology, analytics and artificial intelligence are transforming companies, financial markets and economies.

04

A CAREER WITHOUT BORDERS

Business and economics open doors across industries, from banking and consulting to tech companies, international organizations and entrepreneurship. Build your professional network, learn from researchers and practitioners, take part in projects and make the most of the university’s career opportunities.

ANALYZE.
DECIDE.
LEAD.
Behind every successful business are decisions.
Behind every market shift are economic patterns.
Behind every new company is an idea someone dared to bring to life.

At Nazarbayev University, you’ll learn to see opportunity where others see uncertainty, understand complex economic processes and turn ideas into working business models.

DEGREE PROGRAMS

BACHELOR’S

Bachelor of Business Administration

4 years · 242 ECTS

Learn to build a business, run companies and make decisions in an ever-changing market.
Study management, marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, business analytics and strategic management. The program combines core business disciplines with practical projects, case studies and leadership development.

BACHELOR’S

Bachelor of Business Administration in Eurasian Business

4 years · joint program of NU and HKUST

Study international business through the economic, cultural and commercial landscape of Eurasia. This joint program of Nazarbayev University and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology combines study in Kazakhstan and Hong Kong.
Spend two years at NU and two years at HKUST, studying international management, business strategy and Eurasian markets.

BACHELOR’S

Bachelor of Arts in Economics

4 years

Learn how markets work, why prices change, what drives economic growth and how decisions are made when resources are limited. Study microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, statistics, mathematical methods and economic policy. The program combines fundamental economic theory with the analysis of real-world economic processes.

MASTER’S

Master of Science in Finance

16 months

Build professional expertise in finance, investment analysis and financial decision-making.
Study corporate finance, financial markets, asset valuation, quantitative methods and risk management. The program brings together financial theory, modern analytical tools and practical challenges.

MASTER’S

Master of Arts in Economics

2 years

Gain an in-depth understanding of economic theory, econometrics and quantitative methods.
Learn to study economic processes, build models, analyze data and assess the impact of decisions on business and society.
Develop skills in independent research, working with academic literature and preparing analytical reports.

MASTER’S

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

18 months · evening and weekend classes

Strengthen your management skills and prepare for the next stage of your career.
Study strategy, finance, marketing, operations management, leadership and managerial decision-making.
Work on business cases, team projects and real management challenges.

MASTER’S

Executive MBA

For experienced executives

Develop strategic thinking, leadership skills and the ability to lead organizations through change. Study corporate strategy, finance, team leadership, organizational transformation and global business processes.

DOCTORAL

PhD in Business Administration

4 years

Explore how companies, financial markets and management systems work, and create new knowledge in business and economics. The program combines advanced academic training, research methods and independent research. Choose a research track: Accounting, Business Economics, Finance, Management, Organizations or Strategy.

DOCTORAL

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

3 years · 180 ECTS · hybrid format

Turn your management experience into research that solves real business problems.
The program is designed for experienced executives and professionals who want to apply scientific methods to complex challenges facing organizations and industries. Study applied research approaches, analyze business processes, evaluate management decisions and develop practical recommendations.

What will you study?

01

ECONOMICS AND MARKETS

Study microeconomics, macroeconomics, international trade and how markets function. Understand how the decisions of people, companies and governments shape the economy.

02

FINANCE AND INVESTMENT

Explore financial markets, corporate finance, investment instruments and asset valuation methods. Learn to analyze financial performance and make well-grounded decisions.

03

MARKETING AND CONSUMER BEHAVIOR

Learn how demand is created, why people choose certain products and how companies build a competitive advantage. Master marketing strategy, market research, branding and consumer behavior analysis.

04

MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP

Learn to manage teams, projects and business processes. Study organizational behavior, strategic management, leadership and decision-making methods.

05

BUSINESS ANALYTICS AND MODELING

Use statistics, econometrics, quantitative methods and digital tools to study business processes. Learn to analyze data, forecast outcomes and measure the effectiveness of decisions.

06

ПРЕДПРИНИМАТЕЛЬСТВО И ИННОВАЦИИ

Discover how new business ideas emerge, how products are created and how companies grow. Master business modeling, go-to-market strategy, innovation management and venture development.

SHAPE DECISIONS AND MARKETS.

ANALYZE

  • Economist
  • Business Analyst
  • Financial Analyst
  • Research Economist
  • Business Intelligence Specialist

INVEST

  • Investment Analyst
  • Corporate Finance Specialist
  • Risk Management Specialist
  • Financial Advisor
  • Financial Markets Analyst

СОЗДАВАЙ БИЗНЕС

  • Entrepreneur
  • Startup Founder
  • Business Developer
  • Product Manager
  • Innovation Manager
  • Brand Manager
  • Marketing Analyst
  • Market Research Specialist
  • Business Development Manager

LEAD

  • Project Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Manager
  • Head of Business Unit
  • Management Consultant
QUESTIONS ABOUT ADMISSION?
Get advice on admission to Nazarbayev University.
Start your journey in business and economics at Nazarbayev University.