Finance
Degree
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance
Program length
4 years
Threshold score for state scholarship
100
Threshold score for paid department
65
ECTS
240
Level of English
B1 (Intermediate)
The SP Finance was opened in 2015 at SDU University Business School and it is focused on corporate finance, financial management, and the relationships between manufacturing enterprises and the financial sector. It is based on the knowledge of microeconomics and macroeconomics, mathematics, statistics, computer science, accounting, law, taxation, and economic and financial management. Specialized courses focus on the fields of financial planning and operational financial management in industrial companies. All of this is based on the application of modern methods and tools of financial management and managerial decision-making. Special emphasis is placed on the use of simulations of real decision-making tasks.
The SP Finance is focused on training specialists in a new format, highly educated, free from traditional thinking, creative in solving professional problems in the field of financial education, possessing both practical skills and scientific data, necessary competencies in finance, English and research activities based on international experience.This SP offers additional training and certification for international qualifications, including ACCA.
Students able:
-To demonstrate knowledge in the field of natural sciences (social, humanitarian) disciplines that contribute to the formation of a highly educated personality with a broad outlook and a culture of thinking;
-To apply in professional activities basic knowledge in the field of economics, contributing to the development of a competitive personality with analytical thinking;
-To solve economic indicators and analyze data, related to the activities of organizations, applying knowledge of the basics of mathematical analysis, statistics, econometrics;
-To use information technology and analytical (statistical) software to collect, store, process information;
-To reflect on the accounts of accounting results of the firms’ economic activities and prepare accounting and statistical reporting, tax declaration ;
-To be proficient in several programming languages, as well as to know algorithms and data structures. This knowledge can be useful in the development of software, websites and applications;
-To verify the accuracy of financial reporting and accounting to the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan and to know ethical and professional standards;
-To develop Data Analytics and Visualization competencies. These abilities facilitate making data-driven decisions and resolving intricate problems effectively;
-Identify the components of the financial system, analyze their interaction, assess the impact of economic policy, predict changes in the financial environment, interpret financial market data, develop risk management strategies, apply knowledge to make informed financial decisions, and improve the effectiveness of financial institutions
Graduates of the Finance program at SDU University demonstrate a high level of employability, both within the national job market and internationally. The curriculum is strategically designed to equip students with in-demand analytical, quantitative, and decision-making skills relevant to modern financial environments. Through a combination of theoretical instruction, practical case studies, and exposure to financial technologies, students are well-prepared for a broad range of career paths in banking, corporate finance, investment management, consulting, and the public sector. Furthermore, the program emphasizes soft skills development, ethical awareness, and real-world engagement through internships, research projects, and industry partnerships—enhancing graduates’ readiness to contribute effectively from the outset of their professional careers. Many alumni of the program pursue successful careers in leading financial institutions or continue their education in prestigious graduate schools globally.
Effective from 2024, our Finance program has been officially accredited by the Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation (FIBAA). This distinguished international accreditation serves as a testament to the program’s adherence to stringent standards of academic excellence, practical applicability, and global employability, as recognized across Europe and beyond.
The FIBAA accreditation confirms that the program:
- Conforms to internationally accepted best practices in the fields of accounting, auditing, and business education
- Combines rigorous theoretical instruction with applied learning, scholarly research, and engagement with industry professionals
- Cultivates the critical competencies required in the global accounting and finance sectors
- Provides a robust academic foundation for students seeking to pursue advanced studies or obtain professional certifications on an international scale
Berik Sabdenaliyev
Dean
BERIK SABDENALIYEV
berik.sabdenaliyev@sdu.edu.kz
Post
Dean
Profile
Berik Sabdenaliyev joined the SDU University in 2010 as a teacher assistant. In 2011, after completion of his Master degree he started to work as a senior Lecturer. From 2015 to 2016 Berik was a vice-dean of academic affairs at Faculty of Economics and 2016 to 2018 he was program coordinator of Accounting and Finance at undergraduate level in the same department. Since 2018 he was appointed to his current position of Dean of Business School. His research interest is human resources management and organizational behavior. Berik enjoys sport and reading.
Degree Qualifications
BA in Management (2007), Kokshetau State University named Sh. Ualikhanov
MA in Management (2011), SDU University
PhD candidate in Management (ongoing), SDU University
Certificates
Certificate in Consultancy in Business (2019)
ACCA F1-F5
Courses
FIN 20, BA, Principles of Accounting
FIN 202, BA, Financial Accounting
FIN 302, BA, Corporate Finance
Publications
Books: ‘Impact of US Federal Reserve Policies on Frontier Markets’ (2016): Handbook of Frontier Markets Evidence from Middle East North Africa and International Comparative Studies. 2016 Elsevier Inc.
Research interests
Private Equity Funds
Hedge Funds
Scholarships & awards
BOLOSHAK scholarship for the professional internship, Heriot Watt University, UK 2022
Darkhan Zamanbekov
Director of the Master’s Degree Program
DARKHAN ZAMANBEKOV
darkhan.zamanbekov@sdu.edu.kz
Post
Director of the Master’s Degree Program
Profile
Darkhan Zamanbekov joined SDU University in Kazakhstan in 2014 as an assistant professor to devote my attention to teaching Financial modelling, SAP accounting to their staff and to expand my knowledge base so that I could tutor other aspects of corporate finance and banking in general. He attended a number of courses including those on Banking Basics, Corporate Finance and Valuation, Interest Rates and Derivative Products. To demonstrate the widening of his expertise, he took responsibility for teaching the majority of the theoretical subjects covered in the Corporate Finance weeks of the Graduate Training Programme that the bank runs for all newly recruited graduates and MBAs. His topics included each of the many different ways to value a company.
Degree qualifications
Bachelor of Sciences, 1995 – 1999 Finance Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University Almaty, Kazakhstan
PhD Islamic Finance, 2007-2010 Al-Farabi Kazakh National University Almaty, Kazakhstan
Membership of professional organisations
AIFC
Scholarships & awards
Postdoctoral Executive Education Program Finance 2012-2014
JSC «Center for International Programs Bolashak» London School of Business & Finance London UK
Ugur Choban
TR
UGUR CHOBAN
ugur.choban@sdu.edu.kz
Post
TR
Profile
Ugur Choban joined SDU University in 2005. Since then, he has been engaged in various academic and pedagogic activities such as; revision, control and development of course syllabuses, design of curriculum plans for faculty programs, teacher training, and teaching-learning coordination. The classes he delivered mainly include; Accounting, Financial Management (ACCA). He has been counselling students in academic, social and psychological issues. He completed his master degree in SDU in 2012 and later won his doctoral degree (PhD) in 2021 from National University of Malaysia (UKM). Recently, he has been appointed as the research coordinator of SDU Business School. He has supervised numerous dissertations and his research interests include; entrepreneurship, network theory, small firm strategy and financing. He likes travelling and nature.
Degree qualifications
Bachelor (1995): Istanbul University
MSc (2012): SDU University, KZ
Doctor of Philosophy (2021): National University of Malaysia (UKM)
Certificates
IELTS, British Council. (2020)
Courses
ECO 109 Principles of Economics I, Bachelor
ACC 207 Principles of Accounting, Bachelor
ECO 203 Statistics I, Bachelorbr
ECO 212 Statistics II, Bachelor
FIN 303 Fundamentals of Financial Management, Bachelor
FIN 302 Corporate Finance, Bachelor
FIN 405 Financial Management, Bachelor
FIN 307 Cost Accounting, Bachelor
FIN 306 Managerial Accounting, Bachelor
MAN 413 Data Analysis in Business and Economics, Bachelor
Publications
– Choban U. 2014. An Overview of the Credit Management Performance of Turkish Banking Sector during Global Financial Crisis. Economics: Strategy and Practice. 1(29):61-67.
– Чобан, У., & Жубанова, Г. 2018. An Empirical Analysis of Accounting Students’ Career Plans in Kazakhstan. Вестник КазНУ. Серия Экономическая 125(3):18-26.
– Özdemir, C., Özdemir, E. D., Choban, U., & Uysal, S. 2019. Determination of Problems in the Basic Language Skills of University Students learning Turkish in Kazakhstan. The European Educational Researcher, DOI: 10.31757/euer.212.
– Choban U., Meyrambek A. 2021. An Examination of Digital Banking Technology Acceptance among Middle-aged People in Kazakhstan: A Conceptual Investigation. Suleyman Demirel University Bulletin: Social Sciences 6(2): 44-61.
– Nizar N., Choban U., Amri Hussain M. H. 2021. Application of TPB on the Saving Intention among the Students of Community Colleges: Moderating Effect of Mobile Applications. Global Business and Management Research: An International Journal 13(4).
– Fundamentals of Financial Management (2016) SDU
Conference
– Choban U. 2005. An Overview to Rural Development Policies and Sustainable Development- Some Selected Countries. International Ataturk Alatoo University. “Problems and Success Factors in Business: Perspectives from Emerging Markets and Transition Economies II”, Bishkek (November 10)
– Choban U. 2005. Agriculture-Environment-Economy Circle in the Developing countries-The Case of Aral. SDU University and Abay National Pedagogical University. “Competitiveness of National Economies in the context of Sustainable Development” (December 22-23 )
– Choban U. 2006. Theoretical Aspects of Agricultural Efficiency. International Ataturk Alatoo University “Problems and Success Factors in Business: Perspectives from Emerging Markets and Transition Economies III”. Bishkek (September 21)
– Choban U. 2006. Small Business Development and Support Programs in Kazakhstan. SDU University and Abay National Pedagogical University. “Public Support on the development of SMEs in Central Asian Countries”. Almaty (November 3-4)
– Choban U. 2011. Effects of Financial Crisis on Management of Working Capital for Small and Medium Sized Businesses: case of Kazakhstan”. Zhambyl Technical University. Taraz (Ferbruay 9)
– Choban U. 2015. Role of Social Networks on Entrepreneurship in Kazakhstan. World Business Institute 8th Asia Pacific Business Research Conference. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (9-10 February 2015)
– Choban U., Hashim NA. 2018. Role of Social Networks on Entrepreneurship in Kazakhstan; An Exploratory Study. 9th International Management and Accounting Conference (IMAC 9). Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (9-10 February 2015)
Research interests
Network and Institutional Studies, Entrepreneurship, Social Capital, Quantitative Analysis
Scholarships & awards
BOLASHAK scholarship for the research internship, George Washington University (GWU), 2022
Aruzhan Zhaksylyk
Assistant instructor
ARUZHAN ZHAKSYLYK
aruzhan.zhaksylyk@sdu.edu.kz
Post
Assistant instructor
Profile
Аружан Жақсылық 2022 жылдың қыркүйек айынан бастап SDU-да жас маман ретінде еңбек жолын бастады. Экономика негіздері сабағынан оқытушы. Бос уақытында әртүрлі бағыттағы кітаптарды оқығанды, жеке тұлғаны дамытуға арналған іс-әрекеттермен айналысқанды ұнатады.
Degree Qualifications
BA Finance (2022) SDU Univeristy
Courses
ECO 109 Бакалавр, Principles of economics/ Экономика негіздері
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