COACHING AND TRAINING AS TOOLS FOR DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP QUALITIES

Abstract

The article examines the importance of training technologies and coaching in the process of forming students’ leadership competencies. A theoretical analysis of key concepts, in particular leadership, leadership qualities and methods of their development in the educational environment, is conducted. It is determined that leadership is an important factor in the professional development of an individual, and the development of leadership competencies contributes to increasing the level of responsibility, strategic thinking, communication skills and adaptability of future specialists to modern challenges. Particular attention is paid to socio-psychological training (SPT) as an effective tool for forming leadership qualities. It is determined that the training methodology ensures not only the acquisition of knowledge, but also contributes to its consolidation through practical activities, interaction in groups and reflection. It is emphasized that the success of implementing training in the educational process depends on a number of factors, in particular, on the level of training of the trainer, the correct selection of exercises and their timely use. Incorrect or untimely application of training methods can lead to a decrease in the effectiveness of classes, an increase in the level of tension among participants or a decrease in their motivation. In addition, the article considers coaching as a method of personal development, which involves the disclosure of students’ internal potential, strengthening their motivation to study and the formation of self-development skills. It is determined that the coaching method contributes to the formation of independence in decision-making, the development of emotional intelligence and increased responsibility for the results of activities. In order to empirically verify the effectiveness of the implementation of coaching and training, we conducted an experimental study. In general, the results obtained in the process of empirical research are consistent with the results of a theoretical review of the scientific literature. We concluded that coaching and training are effective tools for developing the leadership qualities of a person, in particular, of students. The prospects for further research are outlined, including an empirical analysis of the impact of training methods on the level of students’ leadership competencies, determining the optimal conditions for their effective application in the educational process, as well as the development of comprehensive leadership development programs that combine training, coaching and mentoring approaches.