In this paper through a literature and an interview survey, the study seeks to uncover the position of women in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The paper examines the problems faced by women, and suggests ways in which women can better their position. The paper concludes that there is a need to...

Since 1997, Astana, the Capital of Kazakhstan, in the north-central part of the country, is fast growing and becoming a popular centre in Central Asia. Through a literature review and a series of interviews, the authors suggest ways and various strategies in branding the capital city. The model...

In this article, through a series of interviews, the authors reveal the problems and prospects faced by small business owners in the Republic of Kazakhstan. They suggest ways to motivate the growth of small businesses in the Republic. These recommendations include a call for greater governmental...

The key focus of the paper is to examine the impact of diversity in business in Kazakhstan. Using focus groups, this research seeks to examine the value of diversity and its effects in Kazakhstan; its purpose is to analyze the possible opportunities, benefits, and, if any, negatives or downsides...

The economy of Kazakhstan is currently dominated by the export of raw materials. In recognizing the need for economic diversification, the president Nursultan A. Nazarbayev has instituted the Kazakhstan 2030 program. One prong of this program proposes to build on the tourism potential within the...

The paper is based on a qualitative study on Kazakhstan's national culture. Series of interviews were held to identify the cultural traits within the nation, which show that it has a strong leaning towards learning and education. It has implications on learning within businesses, organizations...

Initiating and implementing an entrepreneurship start-up is a complex decision-making process, where many opportunities and risks need to be analyzed. To help entrepreneurs grow, policymakers should provide a favorable environment that facilitates business rather than creating obstacles. The...

In order to attract talents and resources, cities in Kazakhstan need to factor in various marketing techniques in their administrative practices and governing philosophies. This paper explores the concept of city branding and its application to the Kazakhstani environment. The authors suggest a...

The purpose of this paper is to gain an understanding of the theory, use, practice, and benefits of the father leadership in small businesses in Kazakhstan. Design/methodology/approach: A hybrid or combination of both the focus group and interviewing data collection methods. Findings: Father...

The purpose of this paper is to investigate the impact of the value of diversity in business in Kazakhstan, analysing the possible opportunities, benefits and, if any, negatives or downsides for companies that diversity can bring. Design/methodology/approach: Focus groups and interviews....