A student of Almaty Management University, Darina Zhanysbay, has become the first student in Kazakhstan to obtain the international ACCA «Finance and Business Management» diploma under the Dual Award programme - one of the most prestigious professional achievements in the fields of finance, accounting, and auditing.

The ACCA qualification is widely regarded as one of the most challenging milestones in professional development within finance and audit. The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants unites professionals from more than 180 countries, and its qualifications are recognized by leading international companies and audit organizations worldwide.

Darina is currently a 3rd-year student in the «Accounting and Audit» programme at the School of Digital Technologies and Economics at AlmaU, and has already demonstrated a level of competence aligned with international professional standards.

«For me, the ACCA diploma is a reminder of the effort it took to achieve it and what I am capable of. Above all, I proved to myself that I can handle significant academic pressure and continue moving forward. In addition, earning two diplomas within three years of study is a strong start to my professional journey. These exams were a real challenge that gave me confidence that I can successfully handle many complex tasks», -  said Darina Zhanysbay.

Among her achievements are the ACCA «Finance and Business Managemenеt» diploma; the ACCA certificate in Financial Management; and 1st place in Kazakhstan in the ACCA Financial Reporting exam, with a score of 66.

At AlmaU, education is built on a practice-oriented approach and the integration of international professional standards into the academic process. Students acquire theoretical knowledge while being prepared for real industry requirements in finance and audit, including the opportunity to take international examinations during their studies. This story reflects the development of a new generation of Kazakhstan specialists focused on international standards and the global professional environment.