The Kutaisi International University (KIU) held a graduation ceremony for its 2026 undergraduate and postgraduate students. It marks an important milestone in the University's development as it celebrates the graduation of its first cohort of master's degree graduates, demonstrating its growing contribution to advancing education, research, and innovation in Georgia.
The graduation ceremony was opened by KIU Capella, with welcoming remarks addressed by Kutaisi International University Executive Director/Rector, Mr. Vakhtang Tsagareli. The event was attended by Minister of Education, Science and Youth of Georgia, Mr. Givi Mikanadze; President Emeritus of the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and Honorary President of Kutaisi International University, Prof. Dr. Wolfgang A. Herrmann; and KIU Chancellor, Dr. Levan Kopaliani, alongside the Deans of KIU’s Schools of Mathematics, Computer Science and Management.
This occasion marked KIU’s third undergraduate graduation ceremony, with approximately 270 students graduating from the Schools of Computer Science, Mathematics and Management. All three undergraduate programmes were developed in collaboration with KIU’s strategic partner, the Technical University of Munich (TUM).
The University also celebrated the first graduates of its two master’s programmes: Finance and Information Management (FIM) and Intellectual Property, Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Both programmes are unique in the region and were developed through strong international academic partnerships.
The Finance and Information Management (FIM) master’s programme is modelled on its counterpart at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), while the Intellectual Property, Innovation and Entrepreneurship programme was developed through an international partnership between KIU, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the National Intellectual Property Center of Georgia (Sakpatenti).
Graduates of Kutaisi International University have distinguished themselves through their academic and professional achievements. Some have pursued further studies at leading European universities, while many have secured employment with international companies.
KIU fosters the academic, professional and personal development of its students by providing opportunities to participate in international educational and research projects, collaborate with leading universities and technology companies, and explore the latest developments in industry. Students have the opportunity to develop practical skills and gain first-hand experience through the University's academic and innovation facilities.
KIU remains committed to providing access to education of European standards, continually developing its infrastructure and fostering an academic environment aligned with international standards. The University combines a technology-focused learning environment with comfortable, fully equipped student accommodation. The University's campus is equipped with modern laboratories, well-equipped libraries, cafeterias, and collaborative workspaces, as well as an interactive learning management system, providing all the resources and facilities necessary to support high-quality teaching, learning, and research.
Kutaisi International University congratulates all graduates on this significant achievement and wishes them continued success in their professional endeavours!
