The Role of Finance Professionals in Logistics in the Digital Era

On November 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., a guest lecture was held in Lecture Hall No. 1 of the Higher School of Economics and Business. The event was organized by the Department of Business Technologies and delivered by N.Kh. Maulina, Associate Professor of the Department.

The event was organized ahead of the upcoming professional holiday of financial sector employees. Its primary objective was to introduce students to experienced industry practitioners and broaden their understanding of the role of finance professionals in financing transportation and warehousing infrastructure.

The topic of the guest lecture was “Financing Transportation and Warehousing Infrastructure: Defining the Role of Finance Professionals in Logistics in the Digital Era.”

Two invited speakers delivered presentations during the event.

The first speaker, Asel Zharasqaliqyzy, a finance professional, expert, and business trainer, presented on **“Financing the Transportation Business: Loans, Leasing, and Digital Banking Tools.”** Her presentation focused on the key financing mechanisms available to transportation businesses, the specific features of loans and leasing arrangements, and the opportunities offered by modern digital banking solutions.

The second speaker, Aliya Qanatqyzy, Managing Director of Mortgage Business at Finance Hub, delivered a presentation entitled **“Investment in Logistics Infrastructure: Warehouses, Terminals, and Transportation Assets.”** She addressed key issues related to attracting investment for logistics infrastructure development, financing warehouse and terminal facilities, and managing transportation assets.

The lecture concluded with a question-and-answer session and an exchange of views between the students and invited experts. The meeting provided students with valuable insights into the practical application of financial instruments in the logistics sector and helped deepen their knowledge and understanding of the professional competencies required for their future careers.

Event organizers: Faculty members of the Department of Business Technologies: Z.B. Akhmetova, N.Kh. Maulina, D.A. Sadykhanova, G.M. Mukhamediyeva, and L.M. Ibrayeva.