On May 1, 2025, the Graduate School held a congratulatory ceremony to honor colleagues who received diplomas from the Supreme Attestation Committee during the current academic year. The ceremony was attended by faculty, staff, and colleagues in celebration of this significant academic milestone.

The following colleagues were recognized:

• Khikmatullo Urazbaev – Docent diploma
• Nodira Isamukhamedova – Docent diploma
• Lobar Babakhodjaeva – Docent diploma
• Nilufar Rakhimova – PhD diploma
• Zamira Ataniyazova – PhD diploma
• Anil Kumar – PhD diploma (nostrification)
• Hamid Waqas – PhD diploma (nostrification)

The Graduate School community extends heartfelt congratulations to all awardees for their hard work, dedication, and contributions to academic excellence.

On 30 April 2025, Rajabbek Teshayev, PhD student in "Management" presented his research at the SOBE Research Colloquium titled "Improving Healthcare Management Tools in Uzbekistan Based on Foreign Experience." He highlighted the continued use of paper-based records in Uzbekistan’s healthcare system and proposed voice-to-text technology as a modern solution to improve efficiency. Drawing from international experience, on-site modelling, and experimental research, Teshayev demonstrated the potential of digital tools to ease administrative burdens and enhance patient care. The session concluded with engaging discussion on practical applications of the findings. Fruitful recommendations and feedback were provided to the presenter by experienced academic staff based on their experience and best international practices.

After several discussions, his dissertation was recommended to proceed to the next stage of defense/VIVA according to Supreme Attestation committee requirements.

On April 9, 2025, Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT) hosted a research colloquium as part of the School of Business and Economics (SOBE) series, featuring Farrukh Ataev, a final-year PhD student in Econometrics and Statistics.

The presentation, titled “Total Factor Productivity Estimation: Evidence from the Great Silk Road Region,” explored the critical role of total factor productivity (TFP) in understanding economic growth and development.

Farrukh Ataev’s research highlights the efficiency with which inputs such as labor and capital are transformed into outputs, shedding light on the broader drivers of economic performance. Despite the strategic importance of the Silk Road region, comprehensive analyses of TFP in this area have remained limited—particularly within the context of Uzbekistan.

The presentation offered valuable insights for researchers and policymakers, enriching the academic discourse on productivity and its determinants in historically significant but under-researched regions. The session concluded with a thought-provoking discussion on the practical implications of improving productivity in the Silk Road economies.

After several discussions, his dissertation was recommended to proceed to the next stage of defense/VIVA according to Supreme Attestation committee requirements.

On March 4, 2025, The Graduate School of Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT) conducted the Doctorate Admission Interviews.

Candidates who applied as Independent Researchers for the PhD and DSs programs were invited to participate in the next stage of the selection process following the successful evaluation of their applications. The shortlisted applicants were invited to present their proposed research projects related to Uzbekistan and the region. As part of the process, applicants delivered short presentations outlining their research objectives, methodology, and preliminary.

The interview stage is a key part of WIUT’s commitment to supporting high-quality, locally relevant research and building the next generation of scholars in Uzbekistan. Final decisions will be made following the interview stage, with successful candidates advancing to the formal admission process.

On February 12, 2025, the seminar, titled “Improving Econometric and Statistical Bases for Credit Risk Assessment in Credit Institutions,” was presented by Olmas Isakov, a final-year PhD student in Econometrics and Statistics and an independent researcher.

Drawing from his ongoing doctoral research, the presenter explored one of the most critical challenges faced by credit institutions—credit risk assessment. His presentation highlighted the importance of adopting advanced econometric and machine learning techniques to evaluate and predict non-performing loans (NPLs), a key indicator of financial vulnerability in lending institutions.

Isakov introduced a dynamic panel data approach to identify the determinants of NPLs and presented a machine learning workflow designed to predict loan delinquency in microfinance institutions (MFIs). The workflow included the application of eight supervised machine learning methods: Logistic Regression, Linear Discriminant Analysis, Quadratic Discriminant Analysis, Classification Tree, Random Forest, K-Nearest Neighbors, Extreme Gradient Boosting, and Neural Networks.

Participants gained valuable insights into how traditional statistical methods and cutting-edge machine learning tools can be integrated to improve credit risk models. The session concluded with an engaging discussion, where attendees explored the practical implications of the research and its potential applications in the financial sector.

After several discussions, his dissertation was recommended to proceed to the next stage of defense/VIVA according to Supreme Attestation committee requirements.

We are pleased to announce that WIUT Research Ethics Briefing successfully took place, offering valuable insights into the fundamental principles and best practices in research ethics. The seminar was designed to serve as an introduction for junior researchers and a refresher for seasoned academics, emphasizing the importance of ethical standards in contemporary research, particularly in the social sciences.

Speakers:

• Dr. Ikrom Rikhsiboev, Dean of Graduate School (Research)
• Dr. Viktoriya Levinskaya, Global Education Department

The speakers highlighted the critical role of research ethics in maintaining public trust and ensuring the integrity of the research process. Participants were encouraged to remain informed and prioritize ethical considerations throughout their research endeavors.

This seminar underlined WIUT's commitment to fostering a culture of ethical research and academic excellence.

In line with ongoing reforms in higher education and the increasing demand, Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT) is pleased to announce the expansion of its Scientific Council.

The Scientific Council initially established in 2019 to provide a platform for candidates to defend dissertations in "Management" (08.00.13), it has now broadened its scope to include specialty "Econometrics & Statistics" (08.00.06).

This significant development was approved by the Supreme Attestation Commission under Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation during its meeting on 25 December 2024. The Council’s extension allows candidates to defend their dissertations for PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) and DSc (Doctor of Science) degrees in both disciplines "Management" (08.00.13) and "Econometrics & Statistics" (08.00.06).

On November 26, 2024, at Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT), examinations and interviews for admission to basic doctoral programs, doctoral programs, and independent research will be held according to the following schedule:

Examinations and interviews will take place in Room IB-121 of the Istiqbol Building at WIUT.

To observe the entrance examinations online, use the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82382219508?pwd=MfzzBB7nKohrWnAarw5IyOxxvLFdYd.1
Meeting ID: 823 8221 9508
Passcode: 696252

Tayanch doktorantura, doktorantura, mustaqil izlanuvchilikka qabul uchun imtihon va suhbatlar

2024-yil 26-noyabr kuni Toshkent shahridagi xalqaro Vestminster universitetida (TXVU) quyidagi grafik asosida tayanch doktorantura, doktorantura va mustaqil izlanuvchilik uchun imtihon va suhbatlar bo‘lib o‘tadi:

Imtihon va suhbatlar TXVU Istiqbol binosidagi IB-121 xonada bo‘lib o‘tadi.

Qabul imtihonini online kuzatish uchun  Zoom havola:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82382219508?pwd=MfzzBB7nKohrWnAarw5IyOxxvLFdYd.1 

Identifikator: 823 8221 9508

Kirish kodi: 696252

Admission for PhD/DSc programs (Independent Researcher) in the specializations "Management" (08.00.13) and "Econometrics and Statistics" (08.00.06) at the Graduate School of the Westminster International University in Tashkent. Submission of documents will continue until November 10, 2024.

Admission and study requirements for PhD/DSc programs are based on the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. 304 dated 05/22/2017 " On measures to further improve the system of post-graduate education".

All documents need to be submitted online through the https://phd.mininnovation.uz/ platform (https://daraja.ilmiy.uz)

For more information do not hesitate to visit to our website https://science.wiut.uz/ or contact us via phone (+71-238 74 15, +71-238 74 62).

Тошкент шаҳридаги халқаро Вестминстер университетининг Докторантура мактабига “Менежмент” (08.00.13) ва “Эконометрика ва статистика” (08.00.06) ихтисосликлари бўйича мустақил тадқиқотчиликка ҳужжатлар қабули 2024 йил 10 ноябргача давом этади.

Докторантурага (мустақил тадқиқотчиликка) кириш ва ўқиш талаблари Ўзбекистон Республикаси Вазирлар Маҳкамасининг 22.05.2017 йилдаги “Олий таълимдан кейинги таълим тизимини янада такомиллаштириш чора-тадбирлари тўғрисида”ги 304-сон қарорига асосланади.

Барча ҳужжатлар https://phd.mininnovation.uz/ ( https://daraja.ilmiy.uz) платформаси орқали онлайн топширилади.

Қўшимча маълумот учун https://science.wiut.uz/ веб сайтига ёки телефон орқали (+71-238 74 15, +71-238 74 62) мурожаат қилишингиз мумкин.

Начался прием документов на Докторантуру (включая программу самостоятельного соикателя) по специализациям «Менеджмент» (08.00.13) и «Эконометрика и статистика» (08.00.06) в Международном Вестминстерском университете в г. Ташкенте. Подача документов продолжится до 10 ноября текущего года.

Требования к приему и обучению основаны на постановлении Кабинета Министров Республики Узбекистан от 22.05.2017 № 304 «О мерах по дальнейшему совершенствованию системы послевузовского образования».

Все документы подаются онлайн через платформу https://phd.mininnovation.uz/ (https://daraja.ilmiy.uz)

Для получения дополнительной информации https://science.wiut.uz/ или позвоните по телефону (+71-238 74 15, +71-238 74 62).