Abstract
The article examines mechanisms for implementing public-private partnerships (PPPs) in higher and postgraduate education in Kazakhstan. In the context of modernizing the educational system and increasing its competitiveness, PPP is considered an effective tool for attracting private investment, developing infrastructure, and improving the quality of training. The paper analyzes the main models of interaction between universities and businesses, including joint construction of infrastructure facilities, industrial departments, dual education, research centers, and scholarship programs. The purpose of the study is to analyze the state, problems, and prospects of implementing public-private partnerships in the system of higher and postgraduate education in Kazakhstan. Based on statistical data for 2019-2024, a correlation and regression analysis of the impact of key PPP factors on graduates' employment rates was conducted. The analysis showed a strong positive correlation between the development of PPP and employment growth among young professionals. The paper proposes indicators for evaluating the effectiveness of partner projects and the concept of a National PPP Index in Education. Promising areas for further development include scaling dual education, digitalization, regional expansion of projects, and the development of KPIs. The research has applied significance for government agencies, universities, and investors.