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Decision of the FIBAA Accreditation Commit- tee for Institutional Procedures 21 st Meeting on July 9 th , 2019 in Project Number: 17/135 Higher Education Institution: KIMEP University, Almaty, Kazakhstan The FIBAA Accreditation Committee for Institutional Procedures has taken the following de- cisions: According to § 7 (3) in conjunction with § 10 (2) of the “Special Conditions for awarding the FIBAA Quality Seal for the Institutional Accreditation”, the HEI is accredited under two condi- tions. Period of Accreditation: July 9th , 2019 until July 8th , 2025 Conditions: KIMEP University revises/clarifies its approach on becoming one of the worlds` top ranked 100 universities in its Strategic Vision in a consistent manner and ensures that the description of the goal corresponds to its institutional claim. KIMEP University develops a University-wide strategic plan for research for the up- coming years with defined strategic steps for the University and its units. Proof of meeting this condition is to be supplied by April 8 th , 2020. The FIBAA Quality Seal is awarded. 1 Institutional Accreditation, Report (KIMEP University) © FIBAA Institutional Accreditation KIMEP University, Almaty, Kazakhstan Assessment Report 2 Institutional Accreditation, Report (KIMEP University) © FIBAA TABLE OF CONTEMTS Chapter Page A. Accreditation Procedure 4 B. Summary 5 C. Panel Recommendation 5 I. Mission Statement, HEI’s Profile and Strategic Objectives 6 Appraisal 9 II. Management Structure and Quality Management 10 Appraisal 14 III. Studies and Teaching 15 Appraisal 19 IV. Research 20 Appraisal 22 V. Services (Administration, Counselling, Academic Support) 24 Appraisal 26 VI. Resources 27 Appraisal 31 VII. Publication / Public 32 Appraisal 34 Quality Profile 36 3 Institutional Accreditation, Report (KIMEP University) © FIBAA A. Accreditation Procedure A contract for the initial Institutional Accreditation of KIMEP University, Almaty, Kazakhstan was made between FIBAA and KIMEP University on October 30 th , 2017. On February 18 th , 2019, the HEI submitted a self-evaluation report including appendices to prove that the crite- ria for Institutional Accreditation were met. At the same time, FIBAA appointed a review panel. The HEI agreed with the chosen experts. The panel consisted of: Prof. Dr. habil. Elisabeth Fröhlich Cologne Business School, University of Applied Sciences, Cologne, Germany President Dr. Loretta O'Donnell Nazarbayev University, Astana, Kazakhstan Vice Provost for Academic Affairs Prof. Dr. Marion Halfmann Hochschule Rhein-Waal, University of Applied Sciences, Kleve, Germany Vice President for Studies, Teaching and Further Education Dr. Meruyert Narenova University of International Business, Almaty, Kazakhstan Academic director of the M.Sc. and PhD programmes on Economics and Management Dr. Manfred Schmidt s&s schmidt & schmidt GdbR, Sankt Ingbert, Germany Managing Partner of sikos GmbH Julia Ekhardt Technical University of Munich, Germany Student in Management and Technology (M.Sc.) FIBAA project manager: Ass.jur. Lars Weber The assessment is based on the self-evaluation report, amended by further documents, re- quested by the panel, and a site visit. The site visit took place on April 10 th – 12 th , 2019 at the HEI’s premises in Almaty, Kazakhstan. At the end of the on-site visit the panel gave a short feedback on its impressions to representatives of the HEI. The assessment report based on this was delivered to the HEI for comments on June 11 th , 2019. A statement on the report was given on June 26 th , 2019; it has been taken into account in the report at hand. 4 Institutional Accreditation, Report (KIMEP University) © FIBAA B. Summary KIMEP University has formulated a clear and comprehensible mission statement and devel- oped a corresponding profile with a strong orientation towards Western education. Room for development is seen with regard to a lack of clarity in KIMEP’s Strategic vision. KIMEP University has established and defined a well-functioning University manage- ment and self-governing structures with various bodies, academic and advice commit- tees as well as offices/departments for its administration and support services. The Uni- versity’s quality management system follows the Plan-Do-Check-Act-Cycle and is suitable to regularly examine the quality of KIMEP´s different areas of performance. KIMEP’s study programme portfolio on Bachelor, Master and PhD level corresponds to the University’s profile and the quality management system for studies and teaching ensures compliance with the respective European regulation for higher education. Full-time teaching staff are involved in research of their respective subjects and the Universi- ty claims and took various steps to increase its research activities within the next years. The panel appreciates the taken steps and efforts to sharpen the University’s research profile. However, in the view of the panel the overall strategic plan for research must be more pre- cise and concentrated and include short-term and long-term targets for the University itself as well as for the different units. The services and administration at KIMEP University are well-organised and create good conditions for students and staff as well as external stakeholders. With regard to the capaci- ties for research, studies, teaching and administration, the available rooms and facilities ena- ble a smooth running of the University. The qualifications of the full-time and the part-time academic staff correspond clearly to the requirements of study, teaching and research. KIMEP University members, external stakeholders and the public are informed on KIMEP’s activities on a regular basis and through diverse channels. The University website, an inter- nal newspaper and newsletter as well as the use of social media ensure that prospective and current students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and partners are provided with information on activities and services. C. Panel Recommendation According to § 7 (3) in conjunction with § 10 (2) of the “Special Conditions for awarding the FIBAA Quality Seal for the Institutional Accreditation”, the HEI is accredited under two condi- tions. Period of Accreditation: July 9 th , 2019 until July 8 th , 2025 Conditions: KIMEP University revises/clarifies its approach on becoming one of the worlds` top ranked 100 universities in its Strategic Vision in a consistent manner and ensures that the description of the goal corresponds to its institutional claim. KIMEP University develops a University-wide strategic plan for research for the up- coming years with defined strategic steps for the University and its units. Proof of meeting this condition is to be supplied by April 8th , 2020. 5 Institutional Accreditation, Report (KIMEP University) © FIBAA I. Mission Statement, HEI’s Profile and Strategic Objectives Established in 1992, KIMEP University (KIMEP) is an independent, non-profit higher educa- tion institution in Kazakhstan serving a multinational student body. KIMEP is licensed and has been attested by the Kazakhstan Ministry of Education and Science (MES) as a higher education institution (HEI) authorised to provide educational services. In 2012, KIMEP ob- tained university status. KIMEP University wants to provide Kazakh students with a Western style education, leader- ship training and professional development that shapes the next generation of political and business leaders and specialists in Central Asia and abroad. The mission of KIMEP University is “[…] to develop well-educated citizens and to improve the quality of life in Kazakhstan, Central Asia and beyond through teaching, research, learn- ing, community service and the advancement of knowledge in business administration, social sciences, law, languages and other fields". In accordance with the Mission Statement, the KIMEP University commits itself to the follow- ing core values, developed by faculty, staff and students: 1. An academic environment, which fosters integrity, mutual trust, free exchange of ide- as, lifelong learning and encourages students, faculty and staff to reach their highest potential; 2. Intellectual and personal honesty in learning, teaching, research, and service; 3. The well-being of students, faculty, and staff; 4. An inclusive environment for students, their parents, alumni, staff, faculty, and the wider community, blind to nationality, gender, age, religion, or other factors not relat- ed to the purposes of the University; 5. The development of the future leaders of society who will embrace the highest ethical standards; 6. The University’s high reputation and its important contribution to the growth of society; 7. Transparent decision making, free from favouritism, nepotism or corruption. KIMEP University has four main disciplines (business, social science, law and languages) with corresponding colleges/schools/center, which offer the following 28 undergraduate and graduate programmes, which are taught mostly in English. 6 Systemakkreditierung, Gutachten (HSBA) © FIBAA KIMEP University is interested in Kazakh students and in specifically targeted students from other Central Asian countries as well as in European, Korean and Chinese students. The Belt and Road Initiative has contributed to further partnerships with numerous Chinese uni- versities including Alibaba Business School. A total of 311 international students from 34 countries studied at KIMEP in 2017-18 academic year. (BCB: Bang College of Business, CSS: College of Social Sciences) 7 Institutional Accreditation,