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    Informational System Audit Process
    (Suleyman Demirel University, 2007) A. Khodarina
    This article discusses the importance of a risk-based Information System (IS) audit process in modern organizations. Since information systems support and drive key business operations, their reliability, confidentiality, integrity, and availability are essential for effective corporate governance. The IS audit process aims to evaluate existing systems, identify risks, assess controls, and ensure alignment between business goals and technological infrastructure. The article emphasizes that an IS audit follows a structured lifecycle similar to the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), which includes feasibility study, planning, design, implementation, testing, and final reporting. In the initial phase, auditors develop an understanding of the business environment and define audit scope and objectives. Planning involves organizing the audit team, scheduling tasks, and determining resources. The design phase consists of creating an audit program based on identified risks and internal controls. Ultimately, a well-conducted IS audit strengthens organizational performance and mitigates security threats.
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    Adoption of ISO 9000 by Companies in Kazakhstan: Reasons for Adoption, Perceptions by Managers, and Benefits for Companies
    (Central Asia Business Journal, 2009) Moldashev K.
    The current paper explores the reasons for companies in Kazakhstan to adopt ISO 9000, the role of management, perception of Quality Management, and benefits from certification. The managers and employees of companies responsible for adoption of ISO 9000 were asked to answer survey questions. The main conclusions arising from study are that the major source of ISO 9000 knowledge are foreign partners, most companies report improvement in quality, and only small percentage of respondents agreed that costs decreased. The study shows the need to intensify promotion of ISO 9000 on local level by conferences, workshops and other means. Also, according to survey results, companies should emphasize on waste management and system approach management principles in adopting ISO 9000.
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    A course in information theory
    (Almaty, Suleyman demirel university-2009, 2009) Arslanov M.Z.
    Abstract. Information Theory is a fundamental field of study that plays a pivotal role in various aspects of modern technology, communication, and data science. This abstract provides an overview of a course in Information Theory, which covers the core principles and applications of this field.This course aims to introduce students to the foundational concepts of Information Theory, including entropy, information content, and coding theory. It explores the mathematical foundations of information and communication, enabling students to quantify and manipulate information in a systematic manner. Topics covered include Shannon's entropy, data compression, channel capacity, and error-correcting codes. Through a combination of theoretical lectures, practical exercises, and real-world applications, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles that underlie the transmission and storage of information in various communication systems. They will also learn how these principles are applied in fields such as data compression, cryptography, and error detection and correction.The course is designed to cater to a diverse range of students, from those with a strong mathematical background to those with a more practical interest in communication and information technology. By the end of the course, students will not only be equipped with a solid theoretical foundation but will also have the skills to apply Information Theory to solve real-world problems, making it an essential part of the curriculum for anyone interested in the intersection of mathematics, computer science, and communication technology.
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    PROGRESS TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR TOURISM AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
    (The Kazakh National University Named After Al -Farabi and Suleyman Demirel University, 2008) Oskenbayev Yessengali
    Since the late 1980s, sustainable developmen bas become a buzzword in development studies in general and in tourism research in particular. However, a literature review led the author of this paper to the belief that the "muddy pool" (Harrison, 1996) of debate on sustainable tourism is patchy, disjointed and at times flawed. Indeed, "little appears to have been written, in depth, on the meaning and implications of sustainable tourism development" (Hunter&Green, 1995:69).Most research had advanced little beyond the stage of formulating and discussing various principles and assumptions' (Komilis, 1994:65); while the case studies which explore the ways of applying sustainable principles to practice, often through small eco- or alternative tourism projects, provide at best a micro solution to what is essentially a macro problem (Wheeller, 1991: 93).
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    TRADE AGREEMENTS AND THEIR IMPORTANCE TO KAZAKHSTAN
    (The Kazakh National University Named After Al -Farabi and Suleyman Demirel University, 2008) Smirnova Elena
    Today every country thinks about increasing efficiency through free trade. Free trade is a system in which the trade of goods and services between or within two or more countries flow unconstrained by govemment-imposed restrictions. Such goverment interventions generally increase costs of goods and services to both consumers and producers. Interventions include taxes and tariffs, non-tariff barriers, such as regulatory legislation and quotas. Free trade opposes all such interventions. One of the strongest arguments for free trade was made by classical economist David Ricardo in his analysis of comparative advantage. Comparative advantage explains how trade will benefit both parties (countries, regions, or individuals) if they have different opportunity costs of production
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    The Rise of International Marketing
    (Suleyman Demirel University, 2007) Gokhan Karahan
    This paper discusses the growing importance and influence of international marketing in the modern globalized world. Using everyday examples, it illustrates how consumers unknowingly engage with international markets through products and services originating from various countries. The study defines international marketing as the process of identifying and satisfying customer needs across national borders, distinguishing it from simple export activities. It highlights the significance of cultural awareness in marketing, supported by examples of cross-cultural blunders made by global companies. Furthermore, the paper explores how the Internet has empowered small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and individuals to engage in international marketing, creating equal opportunities for competition regardless of company size. It also examines the re-emergence of China and India as major players in the global economy, with increasing capabilities in branding and market expansion. The paper concludes that effective international marketing requires cultural sensitivity, strategic planning, and the ability to adapt to technological advancements and global competition.
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    Banking System
    (Suleyman Demirel University, 2007) Kurdaeva V; Sihimbaev D
    This paper explores the structure, functions, and key principles of the modern banking system, with particular attention to Kazakhstan’s financial sector. The banking system plays a vital role in the economy by channeling funds from savers to borrowers, ensuring the efficient flow of capital, and supporting economic growth. Based on Frederic S. Mishkin’s model, the study highlights that loans constitute the major portion of external funding worldwide, with banks serving as the primary financial intermediaries. The paper discusses the composition of commercial bank balance sheets, detailing their assets and liabilities, and explaining how banks generate profit through asset transformation and interest rate differentials. Furthermore, it outlines the four core principles of bank management — liquidity management, asset management, liability management, and capital adequacy management — emphasizing how these ensure stability and profitability. The Kazakhstani banking system, while still developing, reflects global patterns but faces challenges of liquidity, credit risk, and diversification. The paper concludes that strengthening regulation, improving transparency, and fostering innovation are key to enhancing the efficiency and resilience of Kazakhstan’s banking sector.
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    A Method of Computer-Based Chemistry Instruction: Construction of Concept Maps
    (Suleyman Demirel University, 2007) Satılmış Yılmaz
    This study discusses the use of computer-based concept map construction as an instructional method in chemistry education. Concepts in chemistry are often abstract and difficult for students to understand through traditional teaching methods. Concept maps provide a visual and organized way to represent relationships between ideas, helping learners develop meaningful understanding. When supported by computer technologies, concept map construction becomes more interactive, motivating, and cooperative. Students actively search for key concepts, create meaningful connections, and organize information visually. This approach aligns with student-centered learning, encouraging research, discussion, and collaboration. Computer-assisted concept mapping also improves communication between students and teachers and can be used for review, assessment, and practice. The method strengthens research skills, critical thinking, and creativity. Therefore, integrating computers into chemistry lessons through concept map construction can support deeper conceptual understanding and enhance overall learning outcomes in secondary-school chemistry education.
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    Supply Chain Management: Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization
    (Suleyman Demirel University, 2007) Bahitcan Eshenkulov; Tolkynbek Nurgaliyev
    Effective management of inventory is essential for ensuring smooth operations in manufacturing, distribution, and retail enterprises. Multi-echelon supply chains, which include several interconnected storage and distribution stages such as regional distribution centers and local warehouses, require more complex coordination than single-echelon systems. Traditional approaches often treat each level independently, resulting in excess safety stocks, unreliable demand forecasting, and inconsistent service levels. These issues contribute to the bullwhip effect, where slight changes in customer demand lead to amplified variations across the supply chain. A true multi-echelon inventory optimization approach integrates the management of all echelons simultaneously. It focuses on minimizing total inventory while ensuring target service levels, improving visibility across the demand chain, accounting for lead time variability, and synchronizing replenishment decisions. By adopting such a coordinated strategy, enterprises can achieve reduced working capital, improved customer satisfaction, and better supplier performance across the entire network.
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    Opportunities and Threats Analysis: Suleyman Demirel University, 2008
    (Suleyman Demirel University, 2009) Vaishali Saple
    This article analyzes the external environment of Suleyman Demirel University (SDU) using a PEST framework, highlighting key opportunities and threats affecting the institution. SDU, a private university founded in 1996, offers undergraduate and graduate programs in economics, computer science, and languages. The study identifies opportunities such as rising educational demand, population growth in Almaty, advancements in learning technologies, evolving faculty roles, quality improvement through assessment, program diversification, and increased responsiveness to students. Conversely, threats include rapidly advancing technology, intensified regional and national competition, stringent accreditation standards, frequently changing administrative policies, and slow bureaucratic approval processes. The article emphasizes that understanding these factors enables SDU to strategically exploit opportunities and mitigate threats, enhancing its competitiveness, program quality, and global reach. Continuous monitoring and adaptation to technological, socio-cultural, and economic changes are essential for the university’s sustainable development and long-term success.