On 1–2 October 2026, a two-day symposium entitled “Advancing Higher Education: Quality Assurance, Programme Development and Innovation” was jointly organised by ADA University and the Education Quality Assurance Agency (TKTA).

Mingachevir State University (MSU) was represented at the event by Lamiya Ibrahimova, Chief Specialist of the Quality Assurance and Accreditation Department, and Alyona Jafarova, Specialist at the International Language Centre of the Lifelong Learning School.

The symposium, attended by local and international experts, addressed quality assurance and accreditation in higher education, the evaluation of academic programmes, the application of artificial intelligence in the educational process, and the expansion of students’ career and employment opportunities. Workshops on various topics were organised as part of the programme, showcasing best practices and modern approaches.

The symposium provided a valuable opportunity to exchange experiences and discuss current issues related to the development of quality assurance in higher education. Participants were awarded certificates at the end of the event.