Abstract
<jats:p>The article explores the role of strategic management in the development of educational institutions under conditions of ongoing transformational changes. The relevance of the study is determined by the growing complexity of the educational environment, influenced by globalization, digitalization, and the integration of Ukraine into the European educational space. These processes require a revision of traditional management approaches and the implementation of more flexible and forward-looking strategies. The study substantiates that strategic management serves as an effective tool for ensuring the long-term development of educational institutions as open socio-economic systems. It enables institutions not only to define their development priorities but also to adapt to external changes while maintaining the quality of educational services. Particular attention is paid to the multidimensional nature of education quality, which includes learning outcomes, professional competencies of teachers, infrastructure, and stakeholder interaction. The paper also considers the potential of applying the concept of antifragility in educational management. This concept emphasizes the ability of systems not only to withstand shocks but also to benefit from uncertainty and change. In the context of education, this means creating conditions in which institutions can experiment, adapt, and continuously improve their practices. The analysis of international experience, including examples from Finland and Singapore, demonstrates that successful educational systems rely on autonomy, innovation, and gradual implementation of reforms. It is shown that strategic planning, combined with decentralization and the development of human capital, contributes to increasing the resilience and adaptability of educational institutions. The findings confirm that the transition to strategic management approaches is essential for the sustainable development of education systems in a rapidly changing environment. The concept of antifragility is identified as a promising direction for further research and practical application in educational management.</jats:p>