Education and Investments — A Partnership Shaping the Future

The private equity fund Central Asia Capital has signed strategic agreements with the Kyrgyz National University named after Jussup Balasagyn (KNU) and the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University (KRSU). The partnership is aimed at developing practice-oriented education, supporting startups, and creating opportunities for student employment.

The Vice-Rector for Investments of KNU Gulbara Sydykova and the Rector of KRSU Sergey Volkov noted that cooperation with the fund will open new opportunities for students for professional and academic growth, as well as strengthen interactions between universities and business.

"Our agreements with KNU and KRSU are a significant step towards creating conditions where students gain knowledge and apply it in real business. This is a strategic investment in the future of Kyrgyzstan's economy,"
— noted Anton Sobin, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Central Asia Capital.

Accelerator School and Startup Competition

One of the key areas of cooperation will be the Accelerator School, where students of KNU and KRSU will be able to turn their ideas into real business projects.
As part of the school, there will be a startup competition, where participants will receive mentorship support, training from fund experts, and the opportunity to attract investments.

The winners of the competition will be able to expect grants and collaboration with the funds and partner organizations of Central Asia Capital.

"We want young people not to be afraid to start their own business and see that it is possible to build a business in Kyrgyzstan without going abroad," emphasized Anton Sobin.

New Opportunities for KNU Students

The cooperation with the Kyrgyz National University named after Jussup Balasagyn is aimed at developing practice-oriented education and training specialists capable of applying knowledge in the real economy. As part of the agreement, the fund and the university are launching programs and initiatives that will help students acquire modern skills and a confident start in their careers:

• Education that meets market demands.
  The educational programs will be updated in accordance with current economic queries — focusing on economics, finance, management, and information technologies.

• Scholarship Programs and Grants.
  Central Asia Capital will finance scholarships and grants for students who have demonstrated high achievements in studies and research activities to support their academic and professional growth.

• Internships and Work Placements.
  Students will be able to undergo internship and production practices in the fund’s subsidiary and partner companies, gaining real work experience in the business and investment sectors.

• Collaboration with Business Experts.
  Leaders and specialists from the fund will participate in KNU’s educational programs: conducting master classes, lectures, and consultations, helping students prepare graduation and research projects.

• Support for Graduate Employment.
  The fund will assist graduates in finding jobs by providing access to vacancies within its structure and among partner companies.

• Participation in Competitions and Acceleration Programs.
  Students will be able to join accelerators, startup competitions, and educational initiatives of the fund to develop their own ideas and receive support for their implementation.

• Career Counseling and Experience Exchange.
  Regular meetings with representatives of the fund will help students better navigate the professional environment, develop entrepreneurial thinking, and plan their careers.

Support for Innovations and Student Projects of KRSU

The partnership with KRSU is aimed at developing innovative initiatives, supporting student startups, and creating a modern university infrastructure. As part of the agreement, the fund is implementing a number of programs and projects that open new opportunities for students:

• Development of Startups and Entrepreneurship.
  Students will be able to participate in the fund’s acceleration programs, develop their own projects, and receive mentorship, financial, and expert support.

• Scholarship Programs and Grants.
  Central Asia Capital will finance scholarships for students studying in key areas — digital economy, engineering and biomedical technologies, management, and entrepreneurship.

• Joint Educational Programs.
  The fund and the university will launch continuing education and business education courses, including MBA programs in partnership with RANEPA and IESE Business School.

• Internships and Employment.
  Students will have the opportunity to intern in companies of the fund and its partners, while graduates will receive support for employment.

• Development of Scientific Research.
  The fund and the university will jointly implement research projects aimed at developing new technologies and solutions that are in demand in business and industry.

• Development of University Infrastructure.
  Central Asia Capital will finance the creation of an innovative laboratory, renewal of sports equipment, and landscaping of KRSU’s territory — including a new park and bike parking. The fund will also assist in the development of the educational and health complex "Zhashtyk" on the shores of Lake Issyk-Kul.

• Search and Support for Talents.
  For students with outstanding achievements, named scholarships and special academic programs will be established, aimed at developing leadership and research competencies.

Education, Innovation, and Development of the Region

Agreements with KNU and KRSU are an important step towards forming a modern educational ecosystem where business and universities act as partners.
The fund's projects are aimed at developing human capital, supporting talented youth, and creating conditions in which knowledge is transformed into real economic results.