Аннотация
Since the very beginning of management as a science people were the key element for studying and analysis. Hundreds of the theories were introduced and thousands of papers were published on topics like motivation, human resources management and leadership. Yet, still some companies are more successful than others, some companies remain on the top for decades and some disappear after a short time. The article is devoted to one of the most important areas of management in the modern conditions –the corporate or organizational culture. Currently, each company, no matter commercial or non-profit, that wants to be successful in the long-run sets values and principles which should be accepted by its employees. However, the external factors may have a significant impact on the way employees act themselves at the working places. The article describes Hofstede 6-D model which helps to understand the specific way of the internal quality management at Kazakhstani companies in general and at HEIs in particular. The article highlights the importance of the organizational culture in the process of the internal quality management at the company as it is becomes clear that involvement of every employee may benefit the company as a whole.