LIDER “лидер”: The Educational Leadership and Management Fellowship Programme for Kazakhstan

Funder

Bolashak’ Research Fellowship Programme

Value to Coventry University

£57,000

Project Team

Ayoubi, R. (Principal Investigator)

Karakus, M. (CoPI), 

Clouder, D. (Co-Investigator)

Jorio, F. (Co-Investigator)

Angelov, D. (Co-Investigator)

Johnson, E. (Co-Investigator)

Tramontano, C. (Co-Investigator)

Fero, K. (Co-Investigator)

Dang, Q. (Co-Investigator)

Morini, L. (Co-Investigator)

Alsop, S. (Co-Investigator)

Agha, A. (Co-Investigator)

Duration

March 2025 - August 2025

Project overview

The Educational Leadership and Management Fellowship Programme “лидер” (LIDER) is a specialised capacity-building initiative aimed at strengthening the leadership and management capabilities of educational professionals in Kazakhstan. The programme provides a comprehensive framework for developing essential skills in educational leadership, management, and policy implementation. Through exposure to global trends, economic aspects of educational services, and principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion, participants will gain a well-rounded perspective on managing educational institutions effectively.

Additionally, the programme integrates key aspects of managerial psychology, academic and general English writing, project management, and research methodologies. By engaging with diverse case studies and business theories, participants will enhance their strategic thinking and decision-making skills. The programme concludes with an individual project, enabling participants to apply their acquired knowledge and skills to address real-world challenges in the Kazakhstani education sector, bridging theory and practice.

Project objectives

1. Capacity building in educational leadership: Enhance the leadership competencies of educational professionals, equipping them with strategic decision-making skills and innovative management practices.
2. Development of managerial and research skills: Strengthen proficiency in project management, research methods, and academic English writing to support evidence-based decision-making in education.
3. Promotion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI): Foster a deep understanding of EDI principles and their application in educational leadership to create inclusive and equitable learning environments.
4. Integration of global trends and economic aspects: Provide insights into international best practices and the economic dimensions of educational services, enabling participants to adapt and implement effective strategies in their institutions.
5. Application of knowledge to institutional challenges: Facilitate hands-on learning through an individual project, where participants will address a current management challenge in the Kazakhstani education sector, ensuring practical application of their learning.

Impact statement

The Educational Leadership and Management Fellowship Programme “лидер” (LIDER) empowers educational professionals in Kazakhstan by enhancing their leadership, management, and research capabilities. Through capacity building in strategic decision-making, project management, and equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), the programme equips participants with the skills to drive institutional improvement. By integrating global best practices and fostering hands-on learning, LIDER strengthens the education sector’s resilience and adaptability. Graduates will apply their expertise to address real-world challenges, contributing to sustainable educational reforms and the development of a skilled leadership network across Kazakhstan.

Outputs

Academic Outputs : None at this stage

Non-academic implementation support tools: None at this stage