Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — The first Faculty of Creative Economy has officially opened in the Republic of Uzbekistan — a strategic project initiated by the Culture and Arts Development Fund under the Cabinet of Ministers.

This significant event marks the continuation of systemic reforms in the creative industries, outlined in the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan "On Creative Economy," passed on 3 October 2024.

The opening of the faculty reflects the growing role of creative industries in the national agenda and addresses the current demands of the time. The new educational direction aims to prepare professional cadres in the fields of creative entrepreneurship, creative management, digital technologies, and cultural policy.

"The Fund has consistently advocated for a systematic approach to forming the ecosystem of the creative economy from the very beginning. We are confident that the opening of the faculty will provide a strong intellectual and educational foundation for the new generation of cultural leaders and entrepreneurs in Uzbekistan," emphasized Gayane Umerova, representative of the Culture and Arts Development Fund.

The curriculum for the faculty has been developed with the involvement of leading international experts and is based on the best global practices adapted to the national and regional context. The training is built on an interdisciplinary model, combining economic, managerial, and creative disciplines such as design, media, fashion, architecture, cultural design, and others.

The Master’s program in Creative Industries Management will be implemented at the International Westminster University in Tashkent (IWUT), ensuring high academic standards and practical orientation.

The Culture and Arts Development Fund will continue to implement new educational formats and initiatives aimed at supporting the creative sector and unlocking the potential of young people. The opening of the faculty is an important step in building a sustainable architecture for the creative economy in Uzbekistan.