Graduate School of Public Policy
Graduate School of Public Policy
Graduate School of Public Policy

From Publication to Policy: Maximising the Academic and Societal Impact of Health Research
This masterclass is jointly organized by the Nazarbayev University Graduate School of Public Policy (GSPP) and the School of Medicine (SoM), which are pleased to invite participants to this high-level training.
NU Graduate School of Public Policy
About the Programme
This masterclass is jointly organized by the Nazarbayev University Graduate School of Public Policy (GSPP) and the School of Medicine (SoM), which are pleased to invite participants to this high-level training.
By invitation of Nazarbayev University, the programme will be delivered by:
Prof. Judith Green (University of Exeter)
Prof. Helen Roberts (UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health)
Both are internationally recognised experts with extensive experience in advising governments, research funding bodies, and global health organisations (including NICE).

Why Attend?

Health research today must go beyond publication to deliver real-world impact. It should inform policy, strengthen health systems, and support international programmes.
This masterclass helps researchers and professionals turn evidence into publications, policy influence, and measurable impact.

Why choose us?

Faculty with international research experience who teach in Master's programs with two international accreditations:
  • EAPAA (European Association for Public Administration Accreditation), EU,
  • NASPAA (Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration), USA .
Training that links theory and practice through local and international cases.
  • Date and Duration
    May 14-15, 2026
  • Format and Language
    offline, training is conducted in English
  • Programme Fee
    50,000 KZT (50% discount for students of any degree level)
What you will learn

By the end of the program, you will learn

Academic publishing success
  • Avoid desk rejection and choose the right journals
  • Respond effectively to peer review
  • Turn rejection into publication success
Systematic reviews
  • Design strong review questions
  • Apply quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods
  • Use PRISMA standards and improve quality
Policy impact
  • Translate evidence for policymakers
  • Engage stakeholders effectively
  • Increase real-world uptake of research
Who can join?

  • Academic staff and researchers
  • PhD and Master’s students
  • Public sector and Ministry of Health specialists
  • Health policy and system reform professionals
  • International organisation staff
Especially relevant for those working at the intersection of research, policy, and implementation.
Programme Overview
May, 14 - 15
Thursday, May 14
Day 1 – Publishing for Academic Impact
Focus: journals, peer review, editorial decisions
Key topics:
  • Publishing strategy and journal selection
  • Peer review and revision strategies
  • Interactive manuscript feedback workshop
Friday, May 15
Day 2 – Policy & Societal Impact
Focus: evidence synthesis and policy translation
Key topics:
  • Systematic reviews and evidence synthesis
  • From research to policy impact
  • Translating evidence into practice and action planning
If you have any questions, contact

Zhanar Ismailova, Senior Manager, Executive Education
Graduate School of Public Policy Nazarbayev University

Tel.: + 7 (7172) 70 64 62
Email: execed.gspp@nu.edu.kz