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101 MANAGEMENT, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND GOVERNANCE UDC 37.07:005.21:004 Albina Heorhiivna Tyshchenko Deputy Director for Academic Affairs Ivanivskyi Lyceum №1 of Ivanivka Settlement Council Kherson Oblast, Ukraine TRANSFORMATIVE LEADERSHIP IN LANGUAGE EDUCATION: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT APPROACHES FOR THE DIGITAL AGE Abstract. This paper explores innovative management strategies in language education institutions, focusing on the integration of digital technologies and adaptive leadership models. The research examines how educational administrators can effectively navigate the challenges of modern language teaching while maintaining academic excellence and student engagement. The study presents a comprehensive framework for implementing strategic management principles in English language programs, emphasizing the importance of data-driven decision-making, stakeholder collaboration, and continuous professional development. The findings demonstrate that successful educational leadership requires a balanced approach combining traditional pedagogical values with contemporary management practices.