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Dr. Olga Maslennikova
PhD in Education
Expert in Higher Education Internationalization

I support universities in building international partnerships, launching joint academic initiatives, and developing sustainable internationalization strategies.

For more than 20 years, I have collaborated with university teams, guiding projects from initial concept through to implementation.

Based in Russia | Working internationally
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20+
Years in International University Partnerships

Professional Journey

20+ years in international education

Supporting university partnerships, academic programs, and internationalization strategies

Since 2000 — working with Tomsk Polytechnic University and Tomsk State University, two leading Russian research universities

Launching joint and double-degree programs, building partnerships with international universities, and promoting academic mobility

Practical experience that laid the foundation for my expertise and the creation of the Praxis platform

What I Work On

  • Joint Academic Programs

    Designing and implementing collaborative programs with Russian and international partners.

  • International Education Agreements

    Identifying partners and supporting the conclusion of cooperation agreements.

  • Development of International Partnerships

    On-site and remote work to establish sustainable academic connections.

  • Launching International Education Projects from Scratch

    From concept and team building to implementation, mobility programs, and online formats.

  • Educational Startups & Project-Based Learning (PBL)

    Designing innovative educational models and problem-based learning approaches.

  • Mentoring University Teams

    Providing methodological and strategic support for teams and leadership.

Formats of Academic Engagement

Discover flexible ways to elevate your university’s international presence and educational impact. Choose the format that fits your goals and let’s create meaningful results together:
Consultations and Strategic Support

1–12 weeks · Remote / Hybrid

Expert guidance for university teams on international education, programs, and partnerships. Short-term, high-impact support to help you make strategic decisions with confidence.

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Project-Based Work

Tailored to Your Objectives

From concept to launch — develop programs, partnerships, educational initiatives, and international projects that make a real difference.

Launch Your Project
Educational Formats in English
Individual and Group Lessons, Modules, and Intensives

Master English from A1 to C1 · Academic and professional English · Specialized landscape design courses in English – online, with optional on-site sessions.

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Professional Experience & Key Achievements

Over 20 years driving innovation and impact in international education.
60+ programs launched worldwide – including dual degree programs that open global opportunities.
Trained with top international experts in university internationalization (Boston College) and executive management at SKOLKOVO.
Keynote speaker at global higher education conferences – sharing insights on strategy, partnerships, and international trends.
Pioneered Russia’s first interdisciplinary international bachelor’s program “from scratch” – setting a new benchmark in higher education.
Created a flagship online course in intercultural communication for university teams, engaging 120+ participants.
Expanded global student mobility – developing exchange programs with 50+ international universities.
Approach & Professional Principles
My work is based on a systemic approach to developing universities as educational ecosystems, where strategies, teams, partnerships, and educational programs are interconnected.

I collaborate with universities as a strategic partner, helping to build sustainable models of international cooperation and make decisions grounded in an understanding of institutional context and long-term goals.

At the heart of my approach are trust, professional dialogue, and close collaboration with university teams. I do not offer one-size-fits-all solutions; instead, I design development models tailored to the specific goals and potential of each university.
Praxis
Praxis is an expert platform I founded to bring together professionals with practical experience in international education.

Through Praxis, projects engage specialists with relevant expertise, enabling the formation of strong project teams tailored to the university’s objectives.

Collaboration

If you share a commitment to a systemic and international approach to educational development, I would be glad to discuss how we can work together.

Please feel free to get in touch with your questions or proposals.

I am available for consultations, strategic support, or project-based collaboration, tailored to the specific needs and goals of your institution.
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