On April 9, 2026, ALT University hosted an exclusive guest lecture by Elena Khvan, HR Director of the Orbis Auto Group and a member of the top management team of one of Kazakhstan’s leading automotive retail companies. The event, held as part of the university’s practice-oriented education strategy, provided a platform for high-level dialogue between industry and academia.
During the session, students gained a behind-the-scenes perspective on large-scale business operations and learned about strategic decision-making in international corporations. The central theme of the lecture was the essential role of human capital in an era of rapid technological transformation.
Key Highlights of the Dialogue:
The War for Talent: Why modern employers prioritize passion and soft skills over traditional academic credentials.
The Power of Initiative: Real-world examples of how a single employee’s idea can reshape a company’s global strategy.
Career Architecture: A roadmap for professional growth — from entry-level intern to top management executive.
HR Trends 2026: What Orbis Auto expects from ALT graduates today, and the key competencies required to secure a position in a global holding company.
Contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
This initiative reflects ALT University’s commitment to global sustainability standards by integrating the following goals into its educational process:
SDG 4 (Quality Education): Bridging the gap between academic theory and industry-driven practical experience.
SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth): Supporting student employability and career development.
SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure): Developing human capital for innovative sectors of the economy.
SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals): Strengthening strategic collaboration between academia and the private sector.
ALT University continues to expand its network of corporate partnerships, ensuring that its graduates are not only competitive in the labor market but also prepared to drive innovation in the economy of Kazakhstan and beyond.
