Ganira Mammadzada is the Head of the Strategic Planning Department at Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction (AzMIU), one of the leading public universities in Azerbaijan specializing in architecture, engineering, construction, and technical sciences. She is actively involved in institutional development, internationalization strategies, global rankings, accreditation processes, and international academic cooperation.

With extensive experience in higher education management and strategic development, Ganira Mammadzada leads initiatives related to university rankings, quality assurance, international partnerships, and global engagement. She has represented AzMIU at numerous international education forums, conferences, and summits, collaborating with global organizations such as QS and Times Higher Education.

Her work focuses on strengthening the university’s international visibility, expanding academic collaborations, and supporting innovation-driven development in higher education. Under her coordination, AzMIU has significantly increased its participation in international rankings, interdisciplinary initiatives, and global academic networks.

Ganira Mammadzada is recognized for her active contribution to advancing higher education internationalization in Azerbaijan and promoting sustainable institutional growth through strategic planning and international cooperation.