The Nazarbayev University’s Center for Leadership (NU LEAD) is a research center within the Graduate School of Business (GSB) at Nazarbayev University (NU). NU LEAD vision is to become the premier center for leadership research and practice in Central Asia.

To achieve this vision, NULEAD’s mission focuses on producing world-class research and offers practical, evidence-based training to equip leaders with a strong focus on social, economic, and environmental impact.

To realize our mission, we engage in the following objectives:

• Advance Leadership Research: Conduct interdisciplinary research that addresses the complexities of leadership in Central Asia.
• Develop Evidence-Based Training: Offer training programs that integrate academic insights with practical applications for organizations.
• Promote Socially Conscious Leadership: Encourage leadership development that is mindful of social, economic, and environmental responsibilities.
• Cultivate Global Collaboration: Build partnerships with international scholars and institutions.

All of our efforts are guided by our core values:

• Scientific Curiosity: We promote a culture of inquiry that drives innovation in leadership studies.
• Empirical Inquiry: We base our research and programs on data-driven insights and real-world evidence.
• Sustainability: Our work is aligned with promoting long-term, responsible leadership practices.
• Community-Focus: We are dedicated to making an impact that benefits local and global communities.
• Knowledge Sharing: We support open exchange of ideas to drive continuous learning and improvement.

For more details, visit NULEAD.