On January 8, as part of the event VISION 2025: SPORT MANAGEMENT LEADERSHIP organized in Astana, Kazakhstan, a diploma presentation was held for the first graduates of the EMBA Sport Management degree program implemented by the Academy of Physical Culture and Mass Sports in cooperation with WSG. The study program was implemented with the support of the Ministry of Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Kazakhstan and European partners, including Poland.

Diplomas were presented by:

Minister of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan - Mr. Erbol Myrzabosynov,
Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan - Mr. Nurbek Sayasat,
Chairman of the Management Committee of the Public Services Hub - Mr. Alikhan Baymenov.

On behalf of the European partners who implemented the practical modules of this prestigious program, the graduates were welcomed by WSG Professor Dr. Alexander Skaliy, Director of the Institute of Sport and Physical Culture, who is the direct coordinator of the program block implemented in Poland in July 2024.

The event was also attended by representatives of the diplomatic corps, including:

Ambassador of Brazil - H.E. Marcel Biato,
Secretary of the Indonesian Embassy in Kazakhstan - JE Joenys Duana Sirait.

Graduates of the EMBA Sport Management international degree program are experienced professionals working in the field of Olympic and sports initiatives in Kazakhstan. Among them are prominent managers, department heads, representatives of Olympic preparation schools, world-class athletes and experts in sports management.

Representatives of the Kazakhstan government highly appreciated the quality of the international education and the practical effects of the program, emphasizing the key role of international cooperation in the development of modern Sport Management in Kazakhstan and its global importance.

Alumni, too, expressed appreciation for the knowledge gained, new experiences and skills they acquired during the EMBA program - especially during the module conducted in Poland.