Abstract
<jats:p>Relevance. This article examines the role of economic education as a key element in shaping the informational potential of a country’s economic policy in the context of digital transformation. The purpose of the article is to substantiate the role and importance of economic education as a key factor in the formation of information support for state economic policy in the context of digital transformation. Methods. Two components of economic education – civic and professional – are analyzed with a focus on their influence on economic awareness, competence, and individual behavior. Novelty. It is emphasized that the development of economic literacy and analytical thinking skills begins in school, while professional economic education becomes a decisive factor in training specialists to implement effective economic policy. The transformation of educational requirements in the digital economy is considered, including the need to integrate disciplines such as data science, artificial intelligence, and big data analytics. The article substantiates the need to modernize educational programs, emphasize practical training, develop partnerships with business, and form a new educational paradigm based on the model «knowledge – abilities – skills – experience – competence». Conclusion. Special attention is paid to the role of information as a strategic resource in the digital economy, particularly in analysis, forecasting, decision-making, and evaluating the effectiveness of economic policy. The article highlights the necessity of developing digital infrastructure, data exchange standards, information transparency, and training a new generation of professionals capable of operating in a dynamic economy while ensuring Ukraine’s competitiveness and integration into the global economic space.</jats:p>