Аннотация
The rapidly growing processes of digitalization of world societies imply the need to prepare universities that can create highly skilled Information Systems (IS) professionals with both technical expertise and strong analytical skills as well as ethical decision-making abilities. This paper considers the academic, technological, and institutional processes that enable the Al-Farabi Kazakh National University (KazNU) to develop future IS experts that are engaged in digitalization of the country, building of intelligent systems, cybersecurity, and policy formulation presented by data. Basing the study on empirical findings, institutional analysis, and other academic materials, it is manifested as the research framework, interdisciplinary-oriented curriculum, innovation ecosystems, and international cooperation of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University.