Developing communicaive leadership of master degree students majoring in management at foreign language classes

The article is devoted to communicative leadership development of students majoring in management. Dwelling upon the theoretical and practical research reviewed, the author states that there is a need for innovation in language education of Master degree students majoring in management. The ability to communicate effectively and be communicative leaders is highlighted as a prerequisite for future upper executive management. Considering own pedagogical experience and scientific publications analyzed, the author suggests introduction of content and language integrated learning (CLIL) and professionally-oriented tasks into “Foreign Language for Professional Purposes” course. Examples of micro-situations stimulating professionally-oriented interaction of students majoring in management are given. The author concludes that the tasks developed contribute to personal qualities and professional skills of future communicative leaders.