Ruslan Menoyakov, Ph.D., LL.M., EMIR
Multidisciplinary professional working across public policy, finance, regulation, international relations, law and education strategy.
Ruslan Menoyakov, Ph.D., LL.M., EMIR, is a multidisciplinary professional with academic and professional experience spanning public policy, finance, regulation, international relations, and law. He earned his Ph.D. in Social Science and Executive Master in International Relations from Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, as well as an LL.M. from Syracuse University College of Law.
Before pursuing advanced studies in the United States, Ruslan held senior and managerial positions in Kazakhstan’s public and financial sectors, including roles involving government budgeting, investment policy, financial regulation, insurance, and corporate management.
His interests lie at the intersection of public policy, economic development, financial regulation, law, and institutional reform, with a particular interest in applying comparative and interdisciplinary approaches to practical policy challenges.
Academic Credentials
Ph.D. in Social Science
Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University — 2026
Master of Laws (LL.M.)
Syracuse University College of Law — 2025
Executive Master in International Relations (EMIR)
Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University — 2024
Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS)
Syracuse University — 2019
The Meaning Behind ACUNCO and Lans
ACUNCO combines the first two letters of three types of educational institutions: ACademy, UNiversity, and COllege.
Our mascot Lans, a curious lynx cub, takes his name from LANguage School. Language study can be an important first step toward broader academic and professional opportunities.
Lans symbolizes curiosity, confidence, and the excitement of discovering new possibilities. ACUNCO helps students explore U.S. education options that fit their goals, qualifications, and budgets.
ACUNCO is an independent educational consulting business; its name does not indicate institutional accreditation or degree-granting authority.
Why I Founded ACUNCO
ACUNCO LLC is a newly established, independent educational advisory business founded in New York in 2026. The project draws on my firsthand experience studying in the United States, academic work at Syracuse University, and prior professional experience.
Our purpose is to help students and families compare education pathways, admission requirements, and costs so they can make informed decisions. We do not guarantee admission, scholarships, or visas, and we do not claim institutional partnerships without specific confirmation.
At this early stage, the founder coordinates client services. Additional advisors may be engaged when appropriate; their role and responsibilities will be agreed with the client. The scope, fees, and cancellation terms for paid services are confirmed in writing before work begins.
Ruslan Menoyakov, Founder, ACUNCO LLC
