Summary: The article deals with the methodological basis of designing development strategy for higher education. Methodical provisions for the strategic program of higher education as a specific tool of strategic management.

Keywords: strategy, institution of higher education, economic development.

Summary: The article deals with the theoretical basis of designing economic development strategy for higher education. Methodical provisions for the strategic program of higher education as a specific tool of strategic management.

Keywords: strategy, institution of higher education, economic development.