CENTRAL ASIA
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE 2026
- Almaty, Kazakhstan
- 15 - 17 October, 2026
EVENT OVERVIEW
Join leading universities, school leaders, counsellors, and education stakeholders at the CENTRAL ASIA – INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE 2026. This exclusive three-day event provides a unique platform to build strategic partnerships, engage directly with schools, and explore student recruitment opportunities across Kazakhstan and the wider Central Asia region.
EVENT OBJECTIVES
What We Aim to Deliver
- Facilitate meaningful partnerships between schools and institutions
- Strengthen school-to-university international pathways
- Enable sponsors to engage directly with education decision-makers
- Create long-term collaboration opportunities beyond the event
A Platform for Global Education Collaboration
WHO YOU WILL MEET
Universities & Colleges
Schools & Counselors
Recruitment Services
Education Service Providers
Policy Makers And Associations
Students
- This is a boutique, high-impact event — not a mass expo
CONFERENCE PROGRAM
DAY 1 – Networking & B2B Meetings
- Leadership Forum — School Education Stakeholders
Discussions and networking with key K–12 representatives including School Owners, Board Members, Principals, Academic Directors, College & Career Counselors, and Education Agents from leading schools across Almaty and the wider Kazakhstan region. - Networking Lunch
An opportunity for delegates and institutional representatives to connect, exchange ideas, and build meaningful professional relationships over a shared meal. - Higher Education Leadership Forum
Panel discussions and meetings with senior leadership — Chancellors, Vice Chancellors, Presidents, Rectors, Deans, and Directors — from universities across Kazakhstan and invited institutions from the broader CIS region. - Pre-Scheduled One-on-One Meetings
Dedicated B2B sessions between participating institutions and stakeholders, arranged in advance and covering international partnerships, student recruitment, articulation and pathway agreements, faculty and research collaborations, exchange and mobility programmes, and other strategic opportunities. - Afternoon Tea & Networking Break
Informal networking and refreshments among delegates and institutional representatives.
Day 2 – University Campus Visits & Cultural Experience
- Campus Visit — Host University, Almaty
Delegates will visit one of Almaty’s leading universities for an immersive campus experience, including a guided tour and a welcome address from senior university leadership. - Student Showcase
Current students present their academic journeys, research projects, innovation initiatives, and international engagement activities — offering delegates a firsthand look at student life and higher education in Kazakhstan. - Presentation — Higher Education in Kazakhstan
Senior academic representatives share insights on the higher education landscape, internationalization strategies, research and innovation, academic partnerships, mobility programmes, and government initiatives, with scope for global collaboration discussions. - Closed-Door Leadership Roundtable
An exclusive session between the host university’s senior leadership and the international delegation, focused on strategic partnerships, student and faculty mobility, joint research, and other areas of mutual institutional interest. - Traditional Kazakh Lunch
Delegates experience Kazakhstan’s rich culinary heritage at one of Almaty’s renowned restaurants, over continued informal networking and conversation. - Cultural & Sightseeing Tour of Almaty
A guided tour of Almaty’s iconic landmarks, architecture, and cultural attractions — a fitting close to the conference and an opportunity to strengthen relationships built over the two days.
DAY 3 – International Student Recruitment Fair
- Campus Visit — Host High School, Almaty
Day 3 takes place at one of Almaty’s leading high schools — an ideal setting for direct engagement with prospective students and school leadership. - Welcome Ceremony & Cultural Performance
Delegates are welcomed with a traditional cultural performance by the host school’s students, followed by an official welcome address. - Morning Session — Undergraduate Recruitment Fair
An international student recruitment fair welcoming senior secondary school students from leading schools across Almaty and surrounding regions. Participating institutions will showcase academic programmes, engage directly with prospective students and families, and provide guidance on admissions, scholarships, student life, and career opportunities — while building visibility in one of Central Asia’s most promising education markets. - Networking Lunch
A shared meal bringing together delegates, school leadership, counselors, and education professionals for meaningful conversations and relationship building. - Afternoon Session — Postgraduate Recruitment Fair
A dedicated fair welcoming undergraduate students from universities across Almaty and neighbouring cities who are exploring master’s degree opportunities abroad. Participating institutions will present postgraduate and research programmes, engage with high-quality prospective candidates, and discuss admissions, funding options, and career pathways. - Afternoon Tea & Closing Networking
The conference concludes with refreshments and informal networking — a final opportunity for delegates and participants to exchange ideas and strengthen the relationships built across three days.
CONFERENCE INSIGHTS
- Unravelling Central Asia to Global Universities
- Engage with students across Kazakhstan & rest of CA
- Connect with school principals, counselors & recruitment partners
- Premium international student recruitment platform
- Build strategic partnerships & global visibility
- High-impact networking with universities worldwide
- Focused outreach across emerging education markets
CONFERENCE INSIGHTS
- Unravelling Central Asia to Global Universities
- Engage with students across Kazakhstan & rest of CA
- Connect with school principals, counselors & recruitment partners
- Premium international student recruitment platform
- Build strategic partnerships & global visibility
- High-impact networking with universities worldwide
- Focused outreach across emerging education markets
UNIVERSITY PARTICIPATION PACKAGE
USD 2,999*
Per Institution
Package Includes:
- Participation for one university representative
- B2B meetings
- Meetings with high school delegates and counsellors
- International Student Recruitment Fair
- High school visit program
- Conference access and networking events
- Accommodation for the conference duration
- 4/5 Star accomodation with breakfast & lunch
- Conference Venue
- Ground transportation between venues
- Share contact details of high school reps & university reps
Package Excludes:
- Visa Fees
- Travel/Health Insurance
- To & Fro International Flights from your home city to Almaty
Package Includes:
- Participation for one university representative
- B2B meetings
- Meetings with high school delegates and counsellors
- International Student Recruitment Fair
- High school visit program
- Conference access and networking events
- 4/5 Star accomodation with breakfast & lunch
- Conference Venue
- Ground transportation between venues
- Share contact details of high school reps & university reps
Package Excludes:
- Visa Fees
- Travel/Health Insurance
- To & Fro International Flights from your home city to Almaty
ICAE is an international education facilitation and engagement organisation
working closely with schools, universities, education groups, and service providers
across multiple regions.
KAN Global Education a team of educators with numerous years of experience
in teaching, educational research & training, educational administration and
international education, aptly equipped to appropriately serve the needs of all
stakeholders in the field of international education – Highschool counselors,
international universities and students.