A practical training program on the topic of “Financial Technologies and Digital Transformation” took place from October 13 to 15, 2026, organized jointly by the Department of Economics and Management at Khazar University and the Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

The three-day training sessions were held daily in the University’s Marble Hall. A total of 38 students from Khazar University’s School of Economics and Management and the School of Science and Engineering participated in the program.

As part of the training program, representatives from the Central Bank delivered presentations on topics including “Managing the Economy through Data,” “Digital Financial Products,” “Payment Systems and Innovations,” “Data Management,” and “Regulation of Virtual Assets.” Participants were provided with theoretical and practical knowledge regarding developments, modern challenges, innovative solutions, and approaches applied within the digital financial ecosystem.

During the interactive sessions, students engaged in discussions on the topics, posed questions, and expanded their knowledge through real-world examples. In the practical component of the program, participants worked in teams to develop concepts for innovative financial products and digital solutions, subsequently presenting their ideas. The teams that achieved the best results were awarded prizes.

The final event of the training program took place on October 30, 2026, in the Marble Hall of Khazar University. At the closing ceremony, students who successfully completed the program were presented with certificates by the Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

This initiative serves to develop students' knowledge and skills in the field of digital financial technologies, foster an innovative mindset, and strengthen cooperation between higher education institutions and the financial sector.