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Using methodological provision for rational decision-making technology, systems and systems activity approaches, the structure of the innovative activity aimed at updating the effectiveness of the system of public authorities is grounded. Besides, this type of activity is presented as an open system combining the set of internal and external components: the first ones are formed by interacted innovation activities of system-wide, functional and instrumental levels; the second ones include resources, opportunities and favorable preconditions as well as basic types and means of maintenance.

The article deals with the problems of educational policy. Particular attention is focused on established policy goals in the field of high education. We consider education policy as part of humanitarian government policy. The analysis of regulation of educational relations the current development of state is held.

The role, objectives and purpose of the national education policy are examined in the article. The main stages in the formation of public policy in education are determined. Normative regulation of relations in the field of higher education is analyzed.