10 leaders who are changing IT education in Uzbekistan

Demand is growing in Uzbekistan not only for IT specialists but also for high-quality technological education. The country hosts major private academies, IT schools, and specialized universities that train programmers, analysts, engineers, and other professionals for the digital economy.

Bakhodir Ahmedov
Rector of New Uzbekistan University. He holds a Doctor of Science degree in physics and mathematics and previously served as a professor at Inha University in Tashkent and as the first Vice Rector for Academic Affairs at New Uzbekistan University. The university develops programs in engineering, technology, and science and collaborates with international universities, including MIT, TUM, and Khalifa University.

Bobur Abdullaev
Rector of Inha University in Tashkent. He has 12 years of experience in the ICT sector, including three years in university leadership. Under his guidance, the university develops areas related to IT, AI, and cybersecurity, as well as cooperation with international technological and educational organizations.

Muzaffar Djalalov
Muzaffar Djalalov is the Rector of Sarbon University, an expert in digital transformation, EdTech, and artificial intelligence. He previously served as Rector of Inha University in Tashkent and as Chief Digital Officer at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy.

Komiljon Karimov
Rector of Westminster International University in Tashkent. He previously served as the First Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation of Uzbekistan. Under his leadership, WIUT develops cooperation with companies and new opportunities for students, including internships and programs focused on training specialists for business and the technology sector.

Zarina Lukhmanova
CEO of School 21 Uzbekistan, a digital engineering school that trains specialists for the IT industry. Zarina Lukhmanova has been leading the school since December 2023. She is also engaged in teaching and scientific-educational activities in Uzbekistan.

Botir Arifdjanov
Founder of Astrum IT Academy, which trains specialists for the IT industry. The academy emphasizes practical training and cooperation with companies: according to StrategEast, 85% of students in the ProSkills program found employment immediately after graduation.

Temurbek Adhamov
Founder and head of Najot Ta'lim, one of the major educational centers in Uzbekistan. The academy has been operating since 2018 and teaches modern IT professions, including programming and design. Najot Ta'lim is expanding its network of branches, including in Tashkent and Fergana, and helps graduates acquire skills for working in IT.

Odilbek Mirzayev
Founder of PDP Academy and PDP EcoSystem. The academy was established in 2017 and specializes in practical IT education. The ecosystem also includes PDP Online and IT companies, allowing for the combination of training, practice, and further employment of graduates.

Jakhongir Pulatov
Founder of Cambridge Learning Center, Mars IT School, Modme, and Jahon School. Pulatov is developing several educational projects, including the Mars IT School. Together with Ruslan Yuldashev, he also created Modme, a platform for automating the operations of educational centers.

Saidravshan Shakirov
Founder of Monday Academy and Monday Labs. Monday Academy focuses on training IT specialists, and Shakirov himself has extensive experience in development and educational projects. He is also mentioned by IT Park Uzbekistan and Startup Weekend Uzbekistan as the founder of the academy.